Fireplaces near lakes and rivers
Barbecueing with kids and enjoying a swim in the lake or river – the following fireplaces are the ideal destination for the next family summer day.
Read moreThere is nothing better than cooling off in the many lakes and rivers on warm summer days, splashing around and having fun, and then having a barbecue afterwards! Every child and adult have at least one such summer memory.
In the Children’s Region there are numerous public fireplaces and picnic areas by the water. Below is a compilation of nearby destinations. So, pack your swimsuit, sun blocker and a picnic and off you go for a swim and a barbecue.
Winterthur
Technorama
Too hot? The water exhibits in the “Technorama outdoors” will cool you down and teach you about natural phenomena. Enjoy a grilled sausage for lunch in between.
Winterthur
Altendorf
Haab
The barbecue area with benches and tables is located at beautiful lake Zurich, close to the pump track and public beach.
Altendorf
Bollingen
Bollingen
After a jump into the water children are having fun on the large playground or relax in the cozy park. The fireplace is situated in a quiet location with a beautiful view of the mountains.
Bollingen
Braunwald/Luchsingen
Oberblegisee
Once arrived at the mythical, deep-blue mountain lake, it’s time to enjoy the atmosphere, have a swim in the ice-cold water or a picnic at the natural fireplace.
Braunwald/Luchsingen
Brunnen
Hopfräben
The barbecue area at Lake Lucerne has benches, tables and two playgrounds for the children - the nature reserve and bird breeding area is always worth a visit.
Brunnen
Flaach
Forspitz
The fireplace is located behind the stunning Thurauen Nature Centre just next to the river Rhine. Tables and benches are available – a beautiful and cozy place to have a family barbecue.
Flaach
Pfäffikon
Tobelweiher
After having played in the forest and enjoyed the water of the Tobel Pond with gravel beach families enjoy a barbecue at the fireplace equipped with benches.
Pfäffikon
Pfäffikon
Weid
The barbecue area with benches is ideally located: children can play by the pond or Stadelbach, watch animals or let off steam on the playground.
Pfäffikon
Rigi
Bruedersbalm
This fireplace is in a fairy-tale idyllic setting by a small waterfall in a stone niche. Families make themselves comfortable at the stone wall with table and bench.
Rigi
Rothenthurm
Steineraa
Directly on the creek with shallow spots to wet your feet, the beautiful barbecue area has benches, tables and umbrellas.
Rothenthurm
Steinen
Choli
When wood never runs out: Thanks to the wood supply, nothing stands in the way of a successful barbecue at Lake Lauerz.
Steinen
Stoos
Stoos-Seeli
On Moor Adventure Trail, the barbecue area is the perfect place for a short break: benches and wood are available and the water game by the lake is great entertainment for kids.
Stoos
Wesen
Lido Betlis
Located on the deep blue Lake Walen, the beautiful stone barbecue area is also suitable for large groups - because there is always a reason to celebrate.
Wesen
Winterthur
Walcheweiher
The three Walche Ponds are in the middle of the Lindberg Forest, just next to them there is a fireplace with benches and a forest hut and playground equipment for the kids.
Winterthur
Zurich
Zürichhorn
This oasis of peace in the middle of the city with a large lawn and electric grill invites you to barbecue, swim in Lake Zurich and enjoy.
Zurich
Zurich
Irchelpark
In the beautiful park in the heart of Zurich, families enjoy a barbecue at the fireplace directly at the pond. A playground with a sandpit awaits the little ones.
Zurich
Zurich
Lido Katzensee
Enjoy the water, nature and barbecueing: The barbecue area is located in the nature reserve at Katzensee, by the large sunbathing lawn with plenty of shade.
Zurich
Zurich Höngg
Werdinsel
The barbecue area on the Limmat is ideal for families: The large sunbathing lawn invites you to relax, and the children can let off steam on the playground.
Zurich Höngg
Ice Cream Parlors
Ice-cold and hotly loved – when the sun is beating down, nothing is more refreshing than a scoop of delicious ice cream from one of the many gelato masters of the Children’s Region.
Let’s go up to the top
Excursion destinations in the mountains with child-friendly hiking trails, beautiful picnic areas and exciting offers for families.
Adventure Trails and Hiking Paths
Easy hikes with games, riddles, stories and much more for the whole family.
Family Trails
Following tracks, solving puzzles and cracking codes: On these discovery trails, families learn interesting facts about regions and cities.
Bike Tours with Children
Family-friendly and entertaining bike trails for an unforgettable outing in the Children’s Region.
