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.
A simplified golf, accessible to all
In Lavigny, on the heights of La Côte, the Swin-Golf of Lavigny (run by the Institution de Lavigny) offers a nature course of 18 holes, each named after a bird. Swin-golf is a simplified version of golf: a single club and a soft ball are enough, and an introduction is included. With its lovely view of Lake Geneva, it's an ideal outdoor sport to enjoy as a family, with no gear or experience.
What your children will discover
Children (from age 8) learn to aim, judge their strength and play through the holes, club in hand, in a big green space. Swin-golf, simpler and more forgiving than golf, is picked up in a few minutes thanks to the introduction. It's a fun activity that develops concentration, precision and fair play, in the open air.
What you do and the atmosphere on site
You pick up your club and ball, follow a short introduction, then set off around the course at your own pace. The atmosphere is relaxed and family-friendly, with a refreshment stand for a break. Allow about 1h30 to 2h for 9 holes, more for the 18 holes, depending on level.
Before you go
- Recommended age: from age 8 (child rate ages 8-11)
- Duration: 9 holes ~1h30-2h; 18 holes ~2h-4h
- Price: adult 19.–, child 8-11 12.–, student/AVS 15.– (gear and introduction included)
- Season / opening hours: open March to November (annual closure Dec-Feb); check the hours on the website
- What to bring: walking shoes, comfortable clothes
- Getting there: in Lavigny, on the heights of La Côte
- Best season: from spring to autumn
Parents' tips
- The introduction (15 min) is included: no experience needed.
- For a first time, start with 9 holes.
- The gear (club, soft ball) is provided.
- The refreshment stand is handy for a mid-round break.
- Check the hours and the weather before coming.
Useful information
- Address: Lavigny (heights of La Côte)
- Official website: swingolf-lavigny.ch
- Price: adult 19.–, child 8-11 12.–, student/AVS 15.– (gear included)
- Season: March to November
- Course: 18 holes, a single club and a soft ball
Why we recommend it
Because it's an outdoor sport accessible to all: a simple, fun swin-golf course, from age 8, with an introduction included and a lovely view of Lake Geneva. Enough to have fun as a family in the open air, with no gear or experience.
In a nutshell
An 18-hole swin-golf course in Lavigny, from age 8, with a single club, a soft ball and a view of Lake Geneva — a nature golf accessible to all, March to November.
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