Activities In summer in Canton Vaud
Discover the best activities In summer for children in Canton Vaud.
199 activities for children
The Canal d'Entreroches: a nature trail and its daffodils, near Eclépens
Fancy an easy family nature walk? Between Eclépens and La Sarraz, an interpretive trail runs along a 17th-century canal. In spring, carpets of wild daffodils line the path. A 3.7 km loop, free, ideal with children.
The Sources of the Venoge in L'Isle: a nature walk along the water
Fancy a family nature walk at the foot of the Jura? In L'Isle, an easy walk leads from the castle park to the sources of the Venoge, where the water gushes from the rock. A refreshing and instructive outing, along the water.
The Étang du Sépey in Cossonay: a nature walk in frog country
Fancy a free nature walk as a family? Near Cossonay, the Étang du Sépey reserve is home to frogs, newts and birds in a peaceful setting. An easy walk to observe the life of a pond, especially in spring.
The Musée Suisse du Cheval in La Sarraz: all about horses for families
Do your children love horses? In the heart of the Château de La Sarraz, the Musée Suisse du Cheval — the only one in Switzerland — tells the story of the horse across eight rooms, workshops and demonstrations. A fascinating visit for the whole family, from April to October.
The Château de La Sarraz: a medieval fortress to explore as a family
Fancy travelling back in time as a family? In La Sarraz, north of Morges, an imposing medieval fortress can be visited from April to October. With its playful exhibition « 900 ans de Dynasties » and its park, the castle plunges young and old into history.
The Gardens of Vullierens Castle: irises, sculptures and the Roi Lézard for families
Fancy a magical nature day as a family? In Vullierens, on the heights of La Côte, the Castle Gardens unfold 400 varieties of irises, giant sculptures and the « Royaume du Roi Lézard » (Kingdom of the Lizard King), a nature trail for children. All with a view of Lake Geneva and the Alps.
The Swin-Golf of Lavigny: a family nature golf with a view of Lake Geneva
Fancy a relaxed family round of golf? In Lavigny, on the heights of La Côte, the swin-golf offers a nature course of 18 holes, with a single club and a soft ball. A sport accessible from age 8, with a lovely view of Lake Geneva.
The Bain des Dames in Saint-Prex: a swimming cove on Lake Geneva
Fancy a quiet family swim on Lake Geneva? In Saint-Prex, at the foot of the medieval old town, the Bain des Dames is a small peaceful cove: a pebble beach, a wooden platform for sunbathing and showers. A free nature stop, facing the lake.
The Morges tourist train: town and vineyard for families
Fancy discovering Morges without tiring little legs? From April to October, the tourist train offers a Town Tour and a Vineyard Tour, departing from the landing stage. A 45-minute seated ride, ideal for families, between lake, old town and vineyards.
Saint-Cergue bike park: free-access mountain biking to start and progress
Do your children want to ride and jump on a mountain bike? In Saint-Cergue, the bike park opens up 4,000 m² of pump track and loops with progressive difficulty, from beginner green to more technical red. Free open access, helmet on: the ideal place to progress on a bike.
Saint-Cergue disc golf: a free frisbee course at the foot of the Jura
A new way to run around outdoors as a family in Saint-Cergue? Disc golf! On a free, open-access 9-basket course, you throw the frisbee from target to target, between forest and meadow at the foot of the Jura. Discs are available to rent on site: perfect for trying it together.
Bonmont Abbey in Chéserex: a free journey into the Middle Ages
Fancy a quiet, free journey into the Middle Ages? In Chéserex, at the foot of the Jura, Bonmont Abbey opens its Cistercian church—founded in 1123—to families. A short, peaceful visit to awaken children to history, just a few minutes from Nyon.
