Nature & Animals In summer in Canton Valais
Discover the best Nature & Animals activities In summer for children in Canton Valais.
6 activities for children
L'Arche des Crétillons in Chalais: the animal farm to discover as a family
Fancy meeting farm animals as a family? In Chalais, at the foot of Vercorin, L'Arche des Crétillons opens its agritourism estate to visitors: you wander freely among the animals, taste the farm's produce and enjoy the refreshment hut. A simple, endearing nature outing.
The Marmot Park in Anzère: feeding the marmots as a family
Fancy getting close to marmots as a family in Anzère? At the entrance to the resort, the Parc à Marmota, set up at the Hôtel-Restaurant La Poste, lets children watch and feed marmots, rabbits and Valais blacknose sheep. A simple nature encounter, while parents enjoy the terrace.
Pissevache Waterfall in Vernayaz: 116 meters of drop at the roadside
Want to see an impressive natural spectacle without walking for hours? In Vernayaz, the Pissevache waterfall cascades from nearly 116 meters right by the road, just a stone's throw from Martigny. A refreshing and free stop, perfect for breaking up a trip in Valais and dazzling the kids.
The Ferme de la Rochette in Champéry: animals, cheeses, and fresh air
Want to go on an outing that smells of hay and good milk? In Champéry, the Ferme de la Rochette welcomes families to meet the animals, discover cheese, and breathe in the air of the Dents-du-Midi.
Alpine Zoo – Zoo des Marécottes (Valais)
A small alpine zoo in the heart of Valais, ideal for a family stroll among mountain animals, forests, and viewpoints. An outing in the great outdoors, simple and authentic, from 2 years old.
Mini Zoo de Jorasse in Ovronnaz (VS): the alpine farm at 2000 m
At the top of the Ovronnaz-Jorasse chairlift, at an altitude of 2000 m, a small open-air animal park awaits families: goats, alpacas, donkeys, and ponies roaming freely, free pony rides, and a playground. Open access from late June to October.