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Activities for children in Champéry

Nestled in the depths of the Illiez valley, in Valais, Champéry is a mountain village with authentic charm, dominated by the spectacular silhouette of the Dents du Midi. Integrated into the vast Portes du Soleil domain, the village retains its alpine character with its wooden chalets and lively main street, set against a backdrop of meadows and peaks that delights families.

Whether for a weekend or a week of vacation, Champéry offers outdoor activities that appeal to both young and old. People come here to breathe in the mountain air, get close to farm animals, climb trees, or race down the slopes on scooters. It’s a destination that invites movement and enjoying nature.

The village is accessible by train thanks to a line that rises directly from the Rhône plain, making it an easy getaway even without a car. This page brings together a selection of activities for children in Champéry to help you find inspiration for your next family outing.

Our selection of family activities to do in Champéry

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Indoor activities

Under cover when the weather turns.
Illustration of the indoor pool at the Palladium in Champéry Palladium Pool in Champéry: family swimming in the heart of the Portes du Soleil
Champéry, Valais

Looking for a swimming outing that won't be affected by rain or cold in Champéry? The covered pool at the Palladium welcomes families in the heart of the Portes du Soleil, featuring a large heated pool and areas designed for children. A safe bet for splashing around and swimming all year round.

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La Ferme de la Rochette in Champéry: animals, cheeses, and fresh air The Ferme de la Rochette in Champéry: animals, cheeses, and fresh air
Champéry, Valais 2-12 years

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.

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Outdoor activities

Fresh air, forests, lakes and mountains.
La Ferme de la Rochette in Champéry: animals, cheeses, and fresh air The Ferme de la Rochette in Champéry: animals, cheeses, and fresh air
Champéry, Valais 2-12 years

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.

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Tree climbing with family at the Organic Adventure Park in Champéry Tree climbing with family at the Organic Adventure Park in Champéry
Champéry, Valais 4-16 years

In Champéry, the Organic Adventure Park offers tree courses for both young and old, in the heart of the forest with a view of the Dents du Midi. A nature outing to challenge yourself with family.

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Off-road scooter descent in Champéry with Trott en Stock Off-road scooter descent in Champéry with Trott en Stock
Champéry, Valais 8-16 years

In Champéry, we swap hiking for a downhill ride on an all-terrain scooter. A fun outing, supervised and accessible, perfect for introducing your children to the joys of the mountains.

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Around Champéry

Less than 15 minutes away, in neighbouring towns.
Illustration of the Monthey swimming pool, large pool and slide Monthey Pool: the large outdoor swimming area of the Valais Chablais
Monthey, Valais

Want a great day of swimming with the family in the Chablais region of Valais? The Monthey Pool features an Olympic-sized pool, a wading pool for the little ones, and a 75-meter slide, all set on a large lawn. Enough to keep kids and parents busy from morning till evening, summer after summer.

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Illustration of the Lavey Baths, outdoor thermal pool facing the Chablais mountains Les Bains de Lavey: the large thermal bath for families in the Chablais
Lavey-les-Bains, Vaud

Want to enjoy a warm outing, even when the cold wind blows over Chablais? At Les Bains de Lavey, in Lavey-les-Bains, your children can splash around in naturally warm thermal water, both outside and inside, at the foot of the mountains. The largest thermal center in French-speaking Switzerland quickly becomes a family outing that you'll want to repeat.

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Illustration du cinema Plaza a Monthey, grande facade eclairee sur une place avec fontaine et montagnes au crepuscule Plaza Cinema in Monthey: the big family hall in the heart of town
Monthey, Valais 3-16 years

Looking for a family cinema outing in Monthey? The Plaza Cinema, on the Place Centrale, is the town’s big hall with its 180 seats. Big films, plenty of young-audience titles and an attractive family deal: a simple outing, in any weather.

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Illustration des Gorges de la Vièze à Monthey : longue passerelle suspendue au-dessus du torrent, famille en balade, gorge boisée Gorges de la Vièze in Monthey: tunnel and suspension footbridge with the family
Monthey, Valais From 5 years

Fancy a real nature adventure just steps from the town centre? In Monthey, the Gorges de la Vièze unfold an educational trail along the torrent, with a tunnel cut into the rock and a footbridge suspended around sixty metres above the void. A short, wild loop, ideal from age 5-6.

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Illustration of the Pissevache waterfall in Vernayaz: high waterfall by the roadside, family observing from a viewpoint, mountains of Valais Pissevache Waterfall in Vernayaz: 116 meters of drop at the roadside
Vernayaz, Valais

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.

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Illustration of the Trient Gorges in Vernayaz: wooden walkways along the wall above the torrent, family visiting, narrow canyon of Valais Trient Gorges in Vernayaz: a canyon on walkways for the family
Vernayaz, Valais From 4 years

What if you offered your children a dive into a dizzying canyon, on wooden walkways clinging to the rock? In Vernayaz, just a stone's throw from the train station, the Gorges du Trient plunge into a narrow crevice where the torrent roars. A short, refreshing, and spectacular visit, perfect in the height of summer.

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EscapeWorld Vernayaz: an escape game that brings the whole family together in Valais EscapeWorld Vernayaz: an escape game that brings the whole family together in Valais
Vernayaz, Valais 8-16 years

Looking for a team game that breaks the routine? In Vernayaz, EscapeWorld offers immersive scenarios perfect for a clever, fun, and bonding moment with your children.

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Frassenaye Waterfall in Val-d’Illiez: a refreshing little adventure with the family Frassenaye Waterfall in Val-d’Illiez: a refreshing little adventure with family
Val-d'Illiez, Valais 3-12 years

A lovely walk in the coolness to the Frassenaye waterfall, in the heart of Val-d’Illiez. A nature spot easily accessible to introduce children to the trails and the magic of water.

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Activities by budget

A day out without breaking the bank, or a treat.
Illustration of the indoor pool at the Palladium in Champéry Palladium Pool in Champéry: family swimming in the heart of the Portes du Soleil
Champéry, Valais

Looking for a swimming outing that won't be affected by rain or cold in Champéry? The covered pool at the Palladium welcomes families in the heart of the Portes du Soleil, featuring a large heated pool and areas designed for children. A safe bet for splashing around and swimming all year round.

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La Ferme de la Rochette in Champéry: animals, cheeses, and fresh air The Ferme de la Rochette in Champéry: animals, cheeses, and fresh air
Champéry, Valais 2-12 years

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.

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Tree climbing with family at the Organic Adventure Park in Champéry Tree climbing with family at the Organic Adventure Park in Champéry
Champéry, Valais 4-16 years

In Champéry, the Organic Adventure Park offers tree courses for both young and old, in the heart of the forest with a view of the Dents du Midi. A nature outing to challenge yourself with family.

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Off-road scooter descent in Champéry with Trott en Stock Off-road scooter descent in Champéry with Trott en Stock
Champéry, Valais 8-16 years

In Champéry, we swap hiking for a downhill ride on an all-terrain scooter. A fun outing, supervised and accessible, perfect for introducing your children to the joys of the mountains.

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Why choose Champéry for a family outing?

Champéry is a true invitation to the great outdoors. For a gentle encounter with animals, La Ferme de la Rochette allows children to discover life on a mountain farm and create a bond with the animals, an ideal activity for the youngest who love to pet and observe.

Adventure seekers will find their happiness at the Organic Adventure Park, a treetop adventure course that involves climbing, balancing, and moving from tree to tree in the heart of the forest. To end the day on a wild note, the downhill scooter ride offered by Trott en Stock allows you to race down mountain paths, a classic that always impresses sporty families.

Between the farm, the trees, and the slopes, Champéry brings together in one village a variety of pleasures throughout a stay. It is the perfect place for an active vacation in the mountains, where each day ends with cheeks flushed from the fresh air of the Dents du Midi.