Genève pratique
Practical Geneva
Activities for all
Geneva is a haven for sports, leisure and cultural activities for kids of all ages during their free time!
Are you looking for an activity for your child on Wednesdays or during school holidays?
- «GE DECOUVRE» organises hundreds of courses for kids from 4 to 16 years old in the fields of arts, drama, environment and sport; organised by the Canton of Geneva.
- Camps and holiday activities are organised by the City of Geneva
- Outdoor activity centres and summer camps are proposed by «Ma Jeunesse Suisse Romande» – MJSR, an organisation supported by the Federal Office of Social Insurance (OFAS).
Cultural activities for young people and families including music, shows, dance, exhibitions and festivals.
Take advantage of the "20ans 20francs" card which gives you access to promotions and discounts on tons of activities for young people up to and including the day before they turn 21.
Sports
In terms of Sports activities organised by the City of Geneva for the whole family:
- Sports classes for kids 4 to 17 years old, as well as for adults and senior citizens, over 65'.
- Index of sports available in Geneva: more than 50 different sport options available! (in French).
- Registration to the sports services of the City of Geneva.
Public Leisure & Recreational spaces in Geneva
Find below a list of possible places and activities in Geneva, and don't forget to check with your local municipality to find out what's on:
- Games' libraries
- Community centres and recreational facilities
- Multi-functional facilities for local residents
- Play areas
- Meeting or rehearsal spaces for young people
- Sports centres and practice grounds for young people
- Libraries in Geneva
Aquatic activities in the region
- Paddling pools
- Public swimming pools in Geneva and in the Canton of Vaud
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Yatouland playground, bouncy castles and water park (Geneva)
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Vitam Parc Migros leisure centre (Haute-Savoie, France): water park, shopping, sport, wellness...
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Aquaparc water amusement park (Valais)
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Aquasplash swimming pool of the City of Renens (Vaud) with paddling pool and giant slides
- Beaches around Lake Leman
Activities for people with reduced mobility
Useful information on activities and services offered by the City of Geneva for people with disabilities.
Cantonal policy regarding people with disabilities, including a list of subsidised organisations awho work with, and cater to people with different kinds of disability.
Winter activities
