Kids Activities in the French Alps

Choose from:

·  Kids Clubs

·  Adventure parks/Accrobranches

·  Tobogganing

·  Devalkart

·  Via Ferrata

·  Friendly Animals

Introduction

The activities presented in the various other sections can be undertaken by children although some of the more adventurous pursuits have a minimum age. Tuition and guidance is always suited to the particular age group and prices reflect this. For information on the lakes and mountains activities and local kids clubs please see the contact information on the resort pages, or the Tourist Offices who have detailed information for their area.

Kids Clubs

Each resort has at least one kids club although the formulas offered vary. Some offer whole day sessions, some just half days. The activities generally depend on what’s available in the area but mountain climbing initiation, mountain biking and outdoor games are pretty standard. Each club is required to meet strict safety regulations and employ qualified staff.

Adventure parks/Accrobranches

Acrobatic forest itineraries take place in the tree canopy and can be enjoyed by adults and Tarzan apprentices alike. Strapped into your safety harness and suspended 15 metres above the ground you move between trees hurtling along the 1/2 inch steel cable or simply balancing over wooden trunks, you'll love every minute. No fitness/tree climbing required. There are various parks in the Alps including parks in Samoens, Les Houches, Les 2 Alpes (Venosc), Serre Chevalier, Valloire, Champagny, Val Cenis, Les Gets, Grand Bornand.

Tobogganing

This form of bobsleigh is hugely popular with children. Up the chair lifts and then down the summer toboggan. It's that easy! Try Chamonix, Les 2 Alpes or the mountain twister in Les Saisies.

Devalkart

This form of karting is a favourite amongst teenagers. A Devalkrt provides a novel means of transport descending grassy slopes. Take your kart from the top of the chair lift and then it’s all downhill! Les 2 Alpes offers this activity.

Via Ferrata

A challenging and demanding combination of scrambling and climbing rockfaces with man-made courses of pegs and cables, fixed ropes, ladders and hand rails. They vary in length and difficulty to suit most people’s appetites for adventure, and some sites have special courses for children. Helmets and harnesses are provided for safety. Try the recommended Via Ferrata in Les Saisies or Aussois.

Read an article about Rock Climbing with Children in Morillon/Samoens

Friendly Animals

From pony walks and donkey rides to wild Marmotte or wild goat spotting there are many ways for children to enjoy the contact with nature.  The Merlet Animal Park in Les Houches is magnificent 50 hectares park where mountain ibex, chamois, marmots and deer roam in freedom.

·  For Mountain Activities, click here

·  For Water Activities, click here