Museums for children in the canton of Valais
14 museums in the canton of Valais, across 7 towns. Most viewed: old village of Grimentz, La Lée copper mine, Insectopia in Anzère.
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The old village of Grimentz: stepping back in time as a family
Fancy strolling through one of the most beautiful villages in Switzerland? In Grimentz, blackened wooden raccards, lanes overflowing with geraniums and centuries-old chalets tell of life in the old days. Guided tours reveal the Maison de Grand-Maman, the mill and the cellars of the Vin du Glacier.
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The La Lée copper mine: 'miner for a day' above Grimentz
Fancy an underground adventure as a family? Above the Val d'Anniviers, the La Lée copper mine can be visited with a guide: 500 metres of galleries to explore. On Sundays, children become 'miners for a day' and extract the copper ore themselves.
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Insectopia in Anzère: an immersive giant-insect exhibition for children
A life-size exhibition for curious little ones? At Insectopia, near Anzère, giant animatronic insects come to life in the Woodland gardens. Between puzzles, games and ladybirds to ride, it's an original family outing, every summer (May to August).
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Valère and Tourbillon in Sion: two castles to explore with the family
Want to turn back time with your children? In Sion, two twin hills each have their fortress: Valère, with its fortified basilica and museum, and Tourbillon, with its medieval ruins to explore freely. A family outing combining history, panoramic views, and fresh air, just a stone's throw from the CFF train station.
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Budding explorers at the Valais Nature Museum (Sion)
In Sion, the Valais Nature Museum awakens children's curiosity with alpine wildlife, rocks, and the seasons. A calm, clever, and inspiring visit, perfect all year round.
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Earth Science Museum in Martigny: minerals, crystals, and family curiosity
A small museum in Martigny where children handle rocks and crystals and discover how the Alps are formed. Calm, curious, and ideal all year round to awaken science.
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Musée Le Grand Lens in Lens (VS): little stories of the village
In the heart of the old village of Lens, the Musée Le Grand Lens tells the story of life in the past in Valais. A calm and curious visit to awaken your children to the objects and tales of the past.
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Valais Art Museum in Sion: a creative interlude for the family
In the heart of Sion, the Valais Art Museum offers a visual journey that speaks to both children and adults. A gentle, curious, and inspiring visit for all seasons.
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Budding explorers at the Valais Nature Museum (Sion)
In Sion, the Valais Nature Museum awakens children's curiosity with alpine wildlife, rocks, and the seasons. A calm, clever, and inspiring visit, perfect all year round.
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Earth Science Museum in Martigny: minerals, crystals, and family curiosity
A small museum in Martigny where children handle rocks and crystals and discover how the Alps are formed. Calm, curious, and ideal all year round to awaken science.
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Musée Le Grand Lens in Lens (VS): little stories of the village
In the heart of the old village of Lens, the Musée Le Grand Lens tells the story of life in the past in Valais. A calm and curious visit to awaken your children to the objects and tales of the past.
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Valais Art Museum in Sion: a creative interlude for the family
In the heart of Sion, the Valais Art Museum offers a visual journey that speaks to both children and adults. A gentle, curious, and inspiring visit for all seasons.
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Penitentiary Exhibition Center in Sion: an outing that gets the children talking
In the heart of Sion, the former Penitentiary prison has transformed into an exhibition center. A surprising, calm, and inspiring place, perfect for awakening children's curiosity all year round.
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Visit the Champex-Lac Artillery Fort with family
Under the mountain of Champex-Lac, an artillery fort can be visited with the family. Tunnels, period rooms, and fascinating stories: an unusual, refreshing, and educational outing.
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The La Lée copper mine: 'miner for a day' above Grimentz
Fancy an underground adventure as a family? Above the Val d'Anniviers, the La Lée copper mine can be visited with a guide: 500 metres of galleries to explore. On Sundays, children become 'miners for a day' and extract the copper ore themselves.
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Insectopia in Anzère: an immersive giant-insect exhibition for children
A life-size exhibition for curious little ones? At Insectopia, near Anzère, giant animatronic insects come to life in the Woodland gardens. Between puzzles, games and ladybirds to ride, it's an original family outing, every summer (May to August).
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Budding explorers at the Valais Nature Museum (Sion)
In Sion, the Valais Nature Museum awakens children's curiosity with alpine wildlife, rocks, and the seasons. A calm, clever, and inspiring visit, perfect all year round.
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Earth Science Museum in Martigny: minerals, crystals, and family curiosity
A small museum in Martigny where children handle rocks and crystals and discover how the Alps are formed. Calm, curious, and ideal all year round to awaken science.
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Musée Le Grand Lens in Lens (VS): little stories of the village
In the heart of the old village of Lens, the Musée Le Grand Lens tells the story of life in the past in Valais. A calm and curious visit to awaken your children to the objects and tales of the past.
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Valais Art Museum in Sion: a creative interlude for the family
In the heart of Sion, the Valais Art Museum offers a visual journey that speaks to both children and adults. A gentle, curious, and inspiring visit for all seasons.
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Budding explorers at the Valais Nature Museum (Sion)
In Sion, the Valais Nature Museum awakens children's curiosity with alpine wildlife, rocks, and the seasons. A calm, clever, and inspiring visit, perfect all year round.
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Earth Science Museum in Martigny: minerals, crystals, and family curiosity
A small museum in Martigny where children handle rocks and crystals and discover how the Alps are formed. Calm, curious, and ideal all year round to awaken science.
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Musée Le Grand Lens in Lens (VS): little stories of the village
In the heart of the old village of Lens, the Musée Le Grand Lens tells the story of life in the past in Valais. A calm and curious visit to awaken your children to the objects and tales of the past.
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Valais Art Museum in Sion: a creative interlude for the family
In the heart of Sion, the Valais Art Museum offers a visual journey that speaks to both children and adults. A gentle, curious, and inspiring visit for all seasons.
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Penitentiary Exhibition Center in Sion: an outing that gets the children talking
In the heart of Sion, the former Penitentiary prison has transformed into an exhibition center. A surprising, calm, and inspiring place, perfect for awakening children's curiosity all year round.
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Visit the Champex-Lac Artillery Fort with family
Under the mountain of Champex-Lac, an artillery fort can be visited with the family. Tunnels, period rooms, and fascinating stories: an unusual, refreshing, and educational outing.
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Budding explorers at the Valais Nature Museum (Sion)
In Sion, the Valais Nature Museum awakens children's curiosity with alpine wildlife, rocks, and the seasons. A calm, clever, and inspiring visit, perfect all year round.
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Earth Science Museum in Martigny: minerals, crystals, and family curiosity
A small museum in Martigny where children handle rocks and crystals and discover how the Alps are formed. Calm, curious, and ideal all year round to awaken science.
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Valais Art Museum in Sion: a creative interlude for the family
In the heart of Sion, the Valais Art Museum offers a visual journey that speaks to both children and adults. A gentle, curious, and inspiring visit for all seasons.
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Penitentiary Exhibition Center in Sion: an outing that gets the children talking
In the heart of Sion, the former Penitentiary prison has transformed into an exhibition center. A surprising, calm, and inspiring place, perfect for awakening children's curiosity all year round.
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Visit the Champex-Lac Artillery Fort with family
Under the mountain of Champex-Lac, an artillery fort can be visited with the family. Tunnels, period rooms, and fascinating stories: an unusual, refreshing, and educational outing.
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Visit the Abbey of Saint-Maurice with family (Valais)
A cultural outing that speaks to children: basilica, Treasure, and archaeological remains in the heart of Saint-Maurice (VS). Calm, beautiful, and inspiring, in all weather.
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The old village of Grimentz: stepping back in time as a family
Fancy strolling through one of the most beautiful villages in Switzerland? In Grimentz, blackened wooden raccards, lanes overflowing with geraniums and centuries-old chalets tell of life in the old days. Guided tours reveal the Maison de Grand-Maman, the mill and the cellars of the Vin du Glacier.
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The La Lée copper mine: 'miner for a day' above Grimentz
Fancy an underground adventure as a family? Above the Val d'Anniviers, the La Lée copper mine can be visited with a guide: 500 metres of galleries to explore. On Sundays, children become 'miners for a day' and extract the copper ore themselves.
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Insectopia in Anzère: an immersive giant-insect exhibition for children
A life-size exhibition for curious little ones? At Insectopia, near Anzère, giant animatronic insects come to life in the Woodland gardens. Between puzzles, games and ladybirds to ride, it's an original family outing, every summer (May to August).
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Valère and Tourbillon in Sion: two castles to explore with the family
Want to turn back time with your children? In Sion, two twin hills each have their fortress: Valère, with its fortified basilica and museum, and Tourbillon, with its medieval ruins to explore freely. A family outing combining history, panoramic views, and fresh air, just a stone's throw from the CFF train station.
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Budding explorers at the Valais Nature Museum (Sion)
In Sion, the Valais Nature Museum awakens children's curiosity with alpine wildlife, rocks, and the seasons. A calm, clever, and inspiring visit, perfect all year round.
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Earth Science Museum in Martigny: minerals, crystals, and family curiosity
A small museum in Martigny where children handle rocks and crystals and discover how the Alps are formed. Calm, curious, and ideal all year round to awaken science.
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Musée Le Grand Lens in Lens (VS): little stories of the village
In the heart of the old village of Lens, the Musée Le Grand Lens tells the story of life in the past in Valais. A calm and curious visit to awaken your children to the objects and tales of the past.
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Visit the Champex-Lac Artillery Fort with family
Under the mountain of Champex-Lac, an artillery fort can be visited with the family. Tunnels, period rooms, and fascinating stories: an unusual, refreshing, and educational outing.
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The Automobile Museum in Martigny: a trip that rolls
In Martigny, the Automobile Museum of the Pierre Gianadda Foundation amazes young and old alike. A stroll among vintage cars that tell the story of mobility.
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Pierre Gianadda Foundation in Martigny: art, cars, and sculpture garden
In Martigny, the Pierre Gianadda Foundation combines major exhibitions, a Gallo-Roman museum, vintage cars, and a sculpture garden. A calm and curious outing, perfect for families all year round.
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