Activities in the canton of Bern
8 activities for children
Main cities in the canton of Bern
Île Saint-Pierre: the boat crossing from La Neuveville
A whole island just for the day, how does that sound? From La Neuveville, a boat drops you on the Île Saint-Pierre, in the middle of Lake Biel: quiet beaches, picnic areas, a former priory and shaded paths. On Saturdays, children travel free.
Maurice Moeckli Playground: pirates and suspension bridge by Lake Biel
And what if your children's adventure began aboard a pirate ship stranded on the sand, with their feet at the edge of Lake Biel? The Maurice Moeckli playground, in La Neuveville, is a public and free play area located along the lake. Let us take you to see what awaits you there.
Covered pool of l'Orval: family swimming in the heart of the Bernese Jura
Want to enjoy a water outing sheltered from the weather in Bévilard? The Piscine couverte de l'Orval, the only indoor pool in the Bernese Jura, welcomes young and old all year round with its large swimming pool, its heated non-swimmer area, and, since its renovation, a brand new slide. A sure bet for splashing around with the family.
Château Pool in Tramelan: the large outdoor swimming area of the Bernese Jura
Want a day to splash around and dive in nature? In Tramelan, the Piscine du Château features its outdoor pools set in a vast wooded park. A 50 m pool, a wading pool for the little ones, diving boards, beach volleyball: here is our family favorite in the Bernese Jura.
Saint-Imier Pool: outdoor swimming in the heart of the Vallon
Want a great day of swimming with the family in the Vallon de Saint-Imier? The outdoor pool in Saint-Imier welcomes you from mid-May to mid-September with its large pool, its paddling pool for the little ones, and its shaded lawns. Everything you need to refresh both young and old all summer long.
Plage Saint-Joux: family grass swimming in La Neuveville
What if your next day at the lake took place on a large lawn, with your feet in Lake Biel? The Saint-Joux beach, in La Neuveville, is a free public beach, family-friendly and easily accessible. Let us take you to see what awaits you there.
Reconvilier Minigolf: a family round in the Bernese Jura
Looking for a simple, sociable outing in the heart of the Bernese Jura? The minigolf in Reconvilier welcomes you right in the centre of the village, a stone's throw from the station. An open-air course, a refreshment kiosk for ice creams, and a round where young and old compete shot by shot. Perfect for a family afternoon.
Lantern Path (Laternenweg) at Oeschinensee, Kandersteg
A simple and magical winter walk: the lantern path of Oeschinensee, above Kandersteg. Ideal for introducing children to night hiking, gently.