Winter activities for children in the canton of Vaud

Want to get the whole family moving in the forest without spending a franc? Above Trélex, on the road to Saint-Cergue, the Parcours Vita unwinds 2.5 km of trail and around fifteen exercise stations, with views over the lake and the Alps. Free, open all year round, maintained since 1971.

Want a pool outing that pleases both the little splasher and the swimmers in the family? In Villars-sur-Ollon, the pool at the Centre des Sports welcomes you with its large 25-meter indoor pool and its heated outdoor area, in the heart of the Vaud Alps. Perfect for swimming, sliding, and relaxing at altitude, summer or winter.

Want a warm bath even when it's raining on the Riviera? In La Tour-de-Peilz, the Mousquetaires Indoor Pool welcomes families to a heated pool at 27°, just a stone's throw from the center. Perfect for splashing around, taking lessons, or swimming laps with the family.

Want to enjoy a warm outing, even when the cold wind blows over Chablais? At Les Bains de Lavey, in Lavey-les-Bains, your children can splash around in naturally warm thermal water, both outside and inside, at the foot of the mountains. The largest thermal center in French-speaking Switzerland quickly becomes a family outing that you'll want to repeat.

Are you looking for a warm getaway, summer or winter, in the heart of the Vallée de Joux? The indoor pool at the Centre sportif de la Vallée de Joux, in Sentier, welcomes families all year round. With its shallow pool designed for the little ones and its large pool for swimmers, it's the perfect spot when the weather in the Jura gets unpredictable.

Fancy lacing up your skates in the open air this winter? In Saint-Cergue, at the foot of the slopes, an open-air village ice rink welcomes you free of charge, skates included. Between free skating, ice hockey and a warm snack, it's the simplest ice outing in the Vaud Jura.

An interactive museum in Lausanne where families explore the body, health, and sciences. Fun exhibits, workshops, and hands-on activities to awaken curiosity and critical thinking.

Just steps away from the Lausanne train station, Plateforme 10 brings together three museums and a large esplanade. A vibrant cultural space where you can stroll, learn, and marvel with children.

At the heart of the Palais de Rumine in Lausanne, the zoology department of the Naturéum invites families to explore animals, skeletons, and curiosities of the living world. A curious visit, suitable for ages 3 and up, available year-round.

At mudac, just a stone's throw from Lausanne train station, design becomes a game of exploration. Exhibitions, everyday objects, and clever ideas spark children's curiosity.

In the heart of Lausanne, the Palais de Rumine houses several cantonal museums and a large library. A cultural outing, calm and curious, ideal for children of all ages.

A manor in the heart of a wooded park, accessible art exhibitions, and a café with a view: the Fondation de l'Hermitage in Lausanne is a gentle and inspiring family outing.

What if you gave your children their first big show emotion? In the heart of Yverdon-les-Bains, the Théâtre Benno Besson offers a youth program each season: theater, dance, puppetry, and circus, to be experienced as a family.

In Morges, the Théâtre de Beausobre presents a youth program each season designed for families: puppetry, storytelling, musical theater, and circus, to provide children with their first great emotions of live performance.

At the foot of the Cathedral, Le Petit Théâtre offers gentle performances for young audiences. A child-sized room, stories that help you grow, and a warm welcome.

Want a sweet and cultural moment with the kids? The Cinéma Capitole, in the heart of Nyon, offers comfortable family screenings that are easily accessible and perfect for any weather.

A castle by Lake Geneva, historic rooms, and a breathtaking view: the Château de Nyon offers a gentle and curious visit, perfect for awakening your children to history.

Want warmth and fascinating animals near Lausanne? The Tropiquarium in Servion offers an ideal tropical immersion with children, in all weather, all year round.

Feeling like animals and fresh air? The Zoo de Servion, near Lausanne, offers an easy stroll with big cats, wolves, and primates. Perfect for sparking children's curiosity all year round.

A colorful stroll by Lake Geneva: the floral mosaic of Nyon transforms the Parc du Bourg-de-Rive into a living painting, perfect for a free outing with children.

An animal park in the heart of the Côte, in Le Vaud. La Garenne introduces European wildlife to families, featuring nature trails, a large immersive aviary, and a playground, all year round.

Looking for a team challenge with your kids? The Door offers immersive escape games, perfect for cooperating, thinking, and laughing together, no matter the weather.

Want to move and think as a team? Lasered Lausanne combines laser tag and indoor escape games, perfect for any weather to let the kids blow off steam and stimulate their minds.

A family escape game in the heart of Nyon, brought to you by the Centre de Magie de la Côte. Puzzles, illusions, and teamwork for an hour of playful adventure, suitable for ages 4 and up.

In Nyon, Lasered combines laser tag and action escape game in an indoor space. A fun outing to move, cooperate, and laugh with family, no matter the weather.

Want to get the whole family moving in the forest without spending a franc? Above Trélex, on the road to Saint-Cergue, the Parcours Vita unwinds 2.5 km of trail and around fifteen exercise stations, with views over the lake and the Alps. Free, open all year round, maintained since 1971.

Fancy lacing up your skates in the open air this winter? In Saint-Cergue, at the foot of the slopes, an open-air village ice rink welcomes you free of charge, skates included. Between free skating, ice hockey and a warm snack, it's the simplest ice outing in the Vaud Jura.

And what if the same mountain spot offered your children free swimming in the summer and sledding on snow in the winter? At the Espace de Frience, above Gryon, the alpine lake and the sledding slopes alternate with the seasons for the greatest pleasure of families.

Every winter, a mobile ice rink covering about 525 m² is set up at the Grand-Champ sports complex in Gland, from late October to early March. Free access, affordable skate rentals, and activities for children: it's the family gathering of the cold season on La Côte.

Every winter, a covered ice rink is set up by the lake in Nyon: it's "La Cabane," located at the Place des Fêtes de Rive. Free entry, skate rentals for children, hockey lessons, and a warm refreshment stand. A friendly ice outing, with your feet almost in the Léman.

At the Marchairuz pass, in the heart of the Parc Jura vaudois, one of the longest toboggan runs in the region awaits you: nearly a kilometer of descent. With a groomed area for the little ones at the bottom of the slope, it's a free and friendly winter outing for the whole family.

Want a pool outing that pleases both the little splasher and the swimmers in the family? In Villars-sur-Ollon, the pool at the Centre des Sports welcomes you with its large 25-meter indoor pool and its heated outdoor area, in the heart of the Vaud Alps. Perfect for swimming, sliding, and relaxing at altitude, summer or winter.

Want a warm bath even when it's raining on the Riviera? In La Tour-de-Peilz, the Mousquetaires Indoor Pool welcomes families to a heated pool at 27°, just a stone's throw from the center. Perfect for splashing around, taking lessons, or swimming laps with the family.

Are you looking for a warm getaway, summer or winter, in the heart of the Vallée de Joux? The indoor pool at the Centre sportif de la Vallée de Joux, in Sentier, welcomes families all year round. With its shallow pool designed for the little ones and its large pool for swimmers, it's the perfect spot when the weather in the Jura gets unpredictable.

What to do when the beach is closed and it's raining outside? In Pully, the indoor pool takes over from October to May. Its heated pool with a movable floor allows for depth adjustment, ideal for children and beginners. A warm water bubble for the whole family.

What if you gave your children their first big show emotion? In the heart of Yverdon-les-Bains, the Théâtre Benno Besson offers a youth program each season: theater, dance, puppetry, and circus, to be experienced as a family.

Want a day swimming with your feet in the lake, or a warm swim in winter? The Vevey-Corseaux Plage pool features an indoor pool, a large outdoor pool, a paddling pool, and a beach on Lake Geneva. Perfect for swimming almost all year round with the family.

Want to enjoy a warm outing, even when the cold wind blows over Chablais? At Les Bains de Lavey, in Lavey-les-Bains, your children can splash around in naturally warm thermal water, both outside and inside, at the foot of the mountains. The largest thermal center in French-speaking Switzerland quickly becomes a family outing that you'll want to repeat.

Do your children dream of racing down icy channels seated in a big tube? At the Tobogganing Park in Leysin, snow tubing takes place on runs designed each winter by a bobsleigh champion. Thrills guaranteed for the whole family, from age 5.

Ready for one of the longest toboggan runs in Switzerland? In Les Diablerets, you take the cable car and slide down 7.2 kilometers through the snowy forests. An exhilarating winter adventure, accessible from 3 years old when accompanied, with even night sledding sessions.

In Morges, the Théâtre de Beausobre presents a youth program each season designed for families: puppetry, storytelling, musical theater, and circus, to provide children with their first great emotions of live performance.

Above Saint-Cergue, the La Dôle area is the quintessential family resort of the Vaud Jura. Baby lift, toboggan runs, ski lifts, and gentle slopes for beginners: it is the perfect place to introduce little ones to the snow, less than an hour from Nyon.

Above Saint-George, in the Jura vaudois, this family winter hub brings everything together under the snow: about twenty kilometers of cross-country skiing, including a lit trail, sledding slopes, snowshoeing circuits, and ski lifts with blue and red slopes for beginners.