With the plan to open the Swiss borders for vaccinated GCC guests as from June 28th we finally can plan our summer holiday. For the first trip after this difficult time, we need a clean & safe place for our families where we can discover uncrowded towns, feel the friendliness of the Swiss people and enjoy the magic of the Swiss nature. Furthermore, Switzerland might be tiny but it is one giant playground. Giant mountains, deep gorges. vivid green meadows, gushing waterfalls and thousands of lakes. Several exciting Families activities are awaiting young guests this summer: Chocolates experiences, rope parks, ziplining, open air museums, treasure hunts, kickbikes, marmots, tuktuks and tobogganning.
Zurich
The Lindt Home of Chocolate is a state-of-the-art experience for chocolate lovers. The brand-new interactive chocolate world will delight young and old alike. With a more than nine-meter-high chocolate fountain, a multimedia museum, a café, chocolate courses and the biggest Lindt chocolate shop in the world, the Lindt Home of Chocolate is an exciting chocolate experience for the whole family.
Join us on an exciting tour through the world of chocolate! Meet the Swiss chocolate pioneers who changed – or at least “sweetened” – our lives with their inventions. Marvel at all the work it takes to transform cocoa beans into melt-in-your-mouth chocolate. Follow the chocolate manufacturing process in our modern test facilities. And find out just how irresistible Swiss chocolate is for yourselves.
Interlaken
Adventure Park Interlaken
Explore your limits in the Adventure Park Interlaken. The rope park consists nine courses with different levels of difficulty. While the adventurous dive into the treetops 20 meters above the ground, beginners and younger kids enjoy the ground-level course. Especially the butterfly path is fun for kids and beginners. Thrill for the whole family, surrounded by the nature and the mountains of the Bernese Oberland.
Jungfrau region
Grindelwald First – Top of Adventure
You gently float up to First in the security of the gondola. But then it gets airy: On the two
Flying Fox version, First Flieger and First Glider, at up to 80 km per hour, on the suspension bridge of the First Cliff Walk or on the agile Mountain Carts or Trottibike scooters with the wind in your hair. You simply cannot plan adventure. You find one. On First that is a certainty.
Ticino
Swissminiatur : A one-hour journey to visit the whole Switzerland! Seems impossible? Not in Swissminiatur, the park reproducing a miniature version of the Swiss Confederation. Swissminiatur is an open-air museum where you can admire the most important and iconic Swiss buildings and means of transportation. For example, a network of 3560 meters of miniature railway wends its way through the Park with 18 trains running on tracks, crossing bridges and stopping at stations, whilst boats ply the lakes, cable cars and funiculars climb and descend mountains and cars run along the motorways. Young and old alike are sure to have fun at Swissminiatur!
Zermatt
The Zermatt – Matterhorn family destination promises fun and adventure: we call it
Funventure®. In the Wolli adventure park at Sunnegga, little explorers play at and in Lake Leisee. Curious sleuths go on a treasure hunt or explore one of the numerous themed trails that have interesting stories to tell. Those who dare can pick a path on the via ferrata, test their skills in the rope park or race down to the valley on a Kickbike. Just a few of the many activities on offer in the Zermatt – Matterhorn family resort, guaranteeing unforgettable experiences for the whole family in the healthy Alpine air. Thanks to the Wolli Card children up to the age of 9 years benefit from special deals.
Lake Geneva region
Cruises on Lake Geneva are offered by the Compagnie Générale de Navigation (CGN), with 8 splendid examples of “Belle Epoque” paddlewheel ships. Numerous thematic cruises depart from Lausanne, Montreux and Vevey. Particularly suggestive is the boat “La Suisse”, which makes daily cruises “In the heart of the heritage” and allows to appreciate the panoramic view of the famous Chillon Castle and the terraced vineyards of Lavaux, Unesco world heritage. On board, passengers can choose between the dishes offered in the “first class” lounge or the more affordable tastings in “second class”. From June 2021, Le Montreux will become a floating restaurant, thanks to the dishes prepared by the chefs of the Beau-Rivage Palace and served in the evenings during gourmet cruises : a journey that combines gastronomy and the magic of sunset. Le Montreux weighs anchor at the Lausanne-Ouchy landing stage, a few minutes walk from the Beau-Rivage Palace.
CransMontana
Kids’ activities presented by Bibi the marmot of Crans-Montana During the summer season, the gardens of Crans-Montana’s famous marmot mascot in Ycoor are a paradise for families. Les Jardins de Bibi offer a relaxed and friendly village square, with free access to basketball courts, bowls, unihockey pitches, and tennis tables. Electric cars and a mini golf are also open to the delight of children and adults! Bibi welcomes children of all ages to his home and offers craft games, a library corner, and other free entertainment, all under the guidance of professionals. Thrill-seekers and older children will be pleased to run down the mountain on a cart, enjoy the water games’ inflatables on the lake, or hit the snake run on skates at Alaia Chalet while parents enjoy their time shopping.
Geneva
Geneva is an ideal city for family adventures with a stunning backdrop that enchants children, parents and grandparents alike. For families, Geneva is one giant playground. All-year-round there are festivals and events offering activities for the whole family. In winter, skiing in the mountains can be combined with a visit to a chocolate factory riding an electric TUKTUK and discovering the LUX light festival. During summertime, the lakeside with various water activities and the wonderful parks and playgrounds coupled with the city’s urban life offer a unique experience. Numerous family hotels and lodgings offer family-friendly services such as swimming pools, family suits, connecting rooms, playgrounds, playrooms and a free public transport ticket to explore the city.
Graubünden
The biggest lake in western Europe offers unforgettable experiences such as boat trips along its beautiful shores or pedal boat renting combined with a picnic on the waters of the lake. »Ride the longest toboggan run in Switzerland and especially riding in the middle of the nature. Boasting 31 twists and turns and starting at 1,750 meters (5,741 ft) above sea level, let‘s be honest—it’s not just the kids who will enjoy this ride. Take the four-seater chairlift to the top and enjoy the crisp alpine air and magnificent views. After this much fun, relax at the lake Heidsee in Lenzerheide. A hub of all things aquatic, families flock here in the summer to rent boats and more. Or simply relax by the lake and enjoy the restaurant overlooking the clear water.