Activity catalogue

Fancy a wild getaway just steps from Lausanne? Between La Sarraz and Ferreyres, the Tine de Conflens hides a rocky amphitheatre where two rivers meet via two waterfalls. Ten minutes' walk is all it takes to plunge into this secret corner of the Gros-de-Vaud, free and a real change of scenery.

What if a simple walk became a real exploration? In Môtiers, in the heart of the Val-de-Travers, a waterfall tumbles down the Jura cliff and, at its foot, a natural cave opens up where Jean-Jacques Rousseau loved to take refuge. Ten minutes' walk, a lamp in your bag, and the adventure begins.

Looking for a real adventure for keen walkers, just steps from the lake? Above Montreux, the Gorges du Chauderon climb alongside a cascading torrent in an almost tropical forest setting. Be warned: this is not a stroll but a fine mountain hike, spectacular and refreshing, from age 7.

What if you offered your children a dive into a dizzying canyon, on wooden walkways clinging to the rock? In Vernayaz, just a stone's throw from the train station, the Gorges du Trient plunge into a narrow crevice where the torrent roars. A short, refreshing, and spectacular visit, perfect in the height of summer.

Want to see an impressive natural spectacle without walking for hours? In Vernayaz, the Pissevache waterfall cascades from nearly 116 meters right by the road, just a stone's throw from Martigny. A refreshing and free stop, perfect for breaking up a trip in Valais and dazzling the kids.

Want a relaxing day by the water with the kids, without spending a dime? At Landeron, the Plage du Nouveau Port welcomes you on the shores of Lake Biel, with its sand, shallow water, and family-friendly atmosphere, just a stone's throw from the old medieval town.

Want a day by the water with the kids, without paying for entry? In Morges, the La Cure d'Air beach welcomes you for free on the shores of Lake Geneva: shaded lawn, small cove, playground, and a view of the lake. The ideal family spot for an afternoon of swimming.

Want a day by the water, between Lausanne and the vineyards of Lavaux? The Plage de Curtinaux, in Lutry, combines a large shaded lawn and a pebble shore on Lake Geneva. A free swimming spot, perfect for families looking to relax in front of the mountains.

Are you looking for a quiet spot by Lake Geneva for a family outing in Allaman? Allaman beach, on La Côte, is a public and free beach featuring grass, pebbles, and large trees. A natural place, away from large infrastructures, perfect for wading, picnicking, and relaxing.

Want a large free beach by Lake Geneva, just a stone's throw from Montreux? In Clarens, the Plage du Pierrier welcomes you with its fine sand, tree-lined lawn, and view of the Alps. A great classic of the Vaud Riviera for spending the day with family, feet in the water.

And what if you offered your children a day of swimming at the foot of the mountains? At the entrance of the border village of Saint-Gingolph, on the Valais side, the Plage de la Bâtiaz stretches its fine sand along Lake Geneva, with a magnificent view of the Riviera and the Dents du Midi.

Want a day with your feet in the water with the kids? The Plage du Petit-Cortaillod, by Lake Neuchâtel, features its large pebble beach and shaded lawn just a stone's throw from the port. Free entry, a gentle slope, and a playground: everything for a family swimming afternoon in Cortaillod.