Activities in the canton of Vaud
302 activities for children
Leysin Swimming Pool: a covered pool with a giant inflatable course
Are you looking for a sheltered water activity, open all year round? The covered pool in Leysin combines a semi-Olympic pool, a practical movable floor for children, and on certain days, a large inflatable WIBIT course for hours of splashing around.
Leysin Ice Rink: year-round skating in the resort
What if your children could put on skates even in the middle of summer? In Leysin, the sports center of the ice rink is open all year round. Skates, helmets, and even ice scooters are available for rent on-site for an easy and accessible sliding outing.
Outdoor pool in Chexbres: swim with a view of Lavaux
What if your children swam with Lake Geneva and the Lavaux vineyards as a backdrop? The outdoor pool in Chexbres features two basins, a large lawn, and a snack bar in a stunning natural setting. A paddling pool for the little ones, a very affordable rate after 6 PM: the perfect summer outing.
Bex Salt Mines: a journey to the heart of the mountain by little train
And what if you took your children on a little train to dive into the heart of the mountain? At the Bex Salt Mines, the oldest salt mine still in operation in Switzerland, you can explore vast galleries hand-carved at a constant 18 °C. An unforgettable underground adventure.
Maladaire Beach: the free public beach by Lake Geneva
Want a day by Lake Geneva without breaking the bank? At La Tour-de-Peilz, the Maladaire beach is a public and free beach, highly sought after on the Riviera. Pebbles, shaded lawns, hot showers, and a restaurant kiosk: everything you need to settle in with the family.
Rivaz Beach: swimming at the foot of the Lavaux vineyard
Imagine stepping off the train and arriving directly with your feet in the water, in the heart of the UNESCO vineyard of Lavaux. This is the promise of the beach of Rivaz, a small free beach with a playground, diving board, and a view of the Château de Glérolles. An exceptional setting for a family day out.
Grimper.ch Villeneuve: the largest climbing gym in French-speaking Switzerland
What if your children tried climbing in the largest climbing gym in French-speaking Switzerland? In Villeneuve, Grimper.ch offers about 4000 m2 of walls, a dedicated area for children with auto-belays, and classes starting from ages 4 to 5. An exhilarating activity, open all year round.
Vevey Historical Museum: heritage at the heart of the castle
Curious about the history of Vevey? Located in the castle at the heart of the old town, the Vevey Historical Museum tells the story of the region through its collections. An accessible visit (5 CHF, free for those under 18) for a cultural interlude with the family.
