Natures en Fête Returns to Nyon With Plants, Biodiversity and Three Days of Activities
- Seema Sharma
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If your idea of a good weekend includes plants, local producers, gardens, nature walks or simply spending time outdoors, Natures en Fête is returning to Nyon from 29 to 31 May for its third edition. The event brings together biodiversity, gardening, local know-how and plenty of family activities across town.
Over three days, more than 60 stands will spread across Place du Château, the Promenade des Vieilles-Murailles and the Esplanade des Marronniers, creating a nature-focused event right in the heart of Nyon. Plant growers, garden specialists, artisans and local organisations will all be there alongside workshops, walks and activities exploring local wildlife and biodiversity.
More Than a Plant Market
Yes, there will be plants and garden inspiration, but Natures en Fête has grown into something much bigger.
This year’s programme includes:
Plant and seedling market stalls
Garden professionals and outdoor living exhibitors
Local artisans and producers
Workshops and creative activities
Themed walks exploring wildlife and nature around Nyon
Food stalls, local products and small catering stands
Music and roaming entertainment throughout the event
Several activities will need advance registration, so it is worth checking the programme beforehand.
Wild Pesto, Hedgehogs and Exploring the Treetops
Among this year’s highlights are some lovely “only at Natures en Fête” activities.
Visitors can take part in wild pesto workshops, learn how to encourage hedgehogs in urban spaces, join walks around medicinal plants, birds and the shores of Lake Geneva, or visit the swallow and swift colonies in Nyon’s old town.
The “Explorateur des cimes” treetop adventure activity also returns, alongside games, storytelling, face painting and even yoga under the chestnut trees.
There is also the second chapter of “VIVANTS!”, photographer Nadir Mokdad’s exhibition exploring life in Nyon’s parks.
Here's a look at last year's Festival.
Free Entry to Nyon’s Museums
One of the nice additions this year is that all three Nyon museums will be free on Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 May.
Each museum is joining the event with its own activities:
At the Musée romain, visitors can discover the horti, the gardens of Antiquity.
The Château de Nyon will offer a sensory visit called “Le château en fleurs”.
At the Musée du Léman, choreographer Simon Ramseier will lead a dance activity inspired by plankton, alongside bird observation outings by the lake.
Nature in the Middle of Town
Natures en Fête fits quite well with what Nyon has been doing more broadly around biodiversity and green spaces. Rather than taking place outside of town, the event brings nature directly into the centre and turns familiar places like the Château and Marronniers into spaces for learning, exploring and simply spending time outdoors. And with food, plants, workshops and music all mixed in, it feels more festival than environmental event.
Practical Information
Friday 29 May: 1pm to 9pm (stands until 6pm)
Saturday 30 May: 10am to 9pm (stands until 6pm)
Sunday 31 May: 10am to 5pm
Locations: Place du Château, Promenade des Vieilles-Murailles, Esplanade des Marronniers and Nyon museums.
For the full programme, exhibitors list and registrations visit Natures en Fête
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