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Salavaux Beach: the large sandy beach of Lake Murten, with family
Want a real beach day without leaving the Swiss Romande? The Plage de Salavaux, in Vully-les-Lacs, features a long stretch of sand and grass by Lake Murten. Free entry, shallow water, shade from the pines: it's one of the most family-friendly spots in the area. Shall we take you there?
Bécassine Park Beach: family swimming by Lake Geneva in Versoix
Want a relaxing day by the lake without spending a dime? At Parc de la Bécassine, at the mouth of the Versoix, your kids can splash in Lake Geneva while you enjoy a large shaded lawn. A free and family-friendly beach, perfect for sunny days in Versoix.
Falaises Beach in Neuchâtel: lawn by the lake and family swimming
Want a peaceful afternoon by the lake, east of Neuchâtel? The Plage des Falaises welcomes you for free on a large lawn, right next to the Nid-du-Crô pools. A natural spot, perfect for families to splash around, picnic, and bask in the sun.
Paradis Plage: the largest sandy beach of Lake Neuchâtel in Colombier
Want a real beach day with the kids without leaving French-speaking Switzerland? In Colombier, in the municipality of Milvignes, Paradis Plage features the largest stretch of sand on the northern shore of Lake Neuchâtel. Swimming, shaded lawns, and games: everything is in place for a successful family outing.
La Ramée Beach: the large free and family-friendly beach at Lake La Tène
Want a day by the lake without spending a dime? La Plage de La Ramée, in La Tène, unfolds its vast expanse of sand and lawn along the shores of Lake Neuchâtel. With its playground and shaded areas, it is one of the most beautiful public and free beaches in the region for a family outing.
Eaux-Vives Beach: swimming in the heart of Geneva
Want a day at the beach without leaving the city? Just a stone's throw from the harbor, the Plage des Eaux-Vives stretches 400 meters of sand and pebbles along Lake Geneva, right in the heart of Geneva. Shallow water, a large shaded park, and free access: here’s a perfect summer outing for the family.
Dorigny Beach: the large free beach of Lake Geneva at the foot of UNIL
Want a day by the lake without spending a dime? The Plage de Dorigny, in Saint-Sulpice, unfolds its large lawn and sand at the foot of the UNIL campus. Swimming in Lake Geneva, shaded spots, and a playground: here’s a family-friendly free spot just a stone's throw from Lausanne.
Moratel Beach: the large grassy cove of Cully in the heart of Lavaux
Are you looking for a free beach by Lake Geneva for a family day in Cully? Moratel Beach offers its vast lawn in the heart of the Lavaux vineyards, with a small cove perfect for children and a stunning view of the Alps.
Vidy Beach: the large free beach of Lausanne by Lake Geneva
Are you looking for a lakeside spot to lay down your towel without spending a dime? Vidy Beach, in the heart of Louis Bourget Park in Lausanne, is the largest free beach on Lake Geneva: sand, large shaded lawns, and swimming for the whole family, just a stone's throw from the city.
Rive Bleue Beach: family swimming by Lake Geneva, in Bouveret
Want a day with your feet in the water by Lake Geneva, without spending a dime? Rive Bleue beach, in Bouveret (municipality of Port-Valais), offers free public access to the lake, with a gentle sloping entrance that reassures parents of young children. A simple and friendly stop, right next to Aquaparc.
Arboretum du Vallon de l'Aubonne: 200 hectares of nature to explore with the family
Fancy a big breath of fresh air with the children on the Vaud part of La Côte? In Aubonne, the Arboretum du Vallon de l'Aubonne unfolds nearly 200 hectares of forest and meadows, crossed by themed trails and home to more than 3000 species of tree. A nature day to be savoured at child height.
Reposoir Beach in Pregny-Chambésy: large lawn and swimming in Lake Geneva
Want a day by the lake with the kids, without paying for entry or squeezing onto a dock? The beach of Reposoir in Pregny-Chambésy offers you its large lawn facing Mont-Blanc, just a few minutes from Geneva. A large sandbox, access to Lake Geneva, and a refreshment stand: that's enough to keep the whole tribe entertained.