Activities for children in Grimentz
Nestled in the heart of the Val d'Anniviers, Grimentz is a Valaisan village renowned for its weathered wooden chalets and its preserved mountain setting. Between traditions, authentic alleys, and vast alpine spaces, it is a destination that appeals to families seeking a change of scenery, above the Rhône Valley.
Grimentz can be reached by car via the Val d'Anniviers road from Sierre, or by public transport to the village. This page brings together a selection of activities for children in Grimentz to help you prepare for your next family outing.
Our selection of family activities to do in Grimentz
19 activities for children
The lake and dam of Moiry: a nature walk above Grimentz
Fancy a walk beside a turquoise lake as a family? Above Grimentz, the Moiry dam holds back a high-altitude lake of incredible blue, facing the glacier. The top of the dam can be walked with a pushchair, and marmots often pop their heads out in the evening.
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.
The forest trail in Grimentz: a playful walk with Sylvette the owl
Fancy a playful nature walk for the children in Grimentz? In the Ilot Bosquet forest, an educational trail guided by Sylvette the owl offers 11 wooden stations to learn all about the forest: flora, fauna, games and quizzes. With a big picnic area by the river.
The Animal Trail in Grimentz: a footprint hunt for families
Fancy a playful nature walk starting from Grimentz? The Animal Trail links Grimentz to St-Jean by getting you to guess the mountain animals: footprints to recognise, silhouettes hidden in the forest and riddles on the panels. An easy trail, perfect with children.
The St-Jean bisse and the Puchotaz waterfall: a walk along the water
Fancy a cool walk along the water as a family? Starting from Grimentz, the St-Jean bisse leads to the lovely Puchotaz waterfall. An easy walk much loved by children, with a shelter equipped with games for a picnic at St-Jean.
Bendolla Bouge in Grimentz: the high-altitude leisure park, in summer
Fancy a day of games and thrills at altitude? In summer, at the top of the Grimentz gondola, the Bendolla Bouge park brings together a treetop course, a big air bag, a giant bouncy castle, mountain-bike tracks and wooden games. A big open-air playground, facing the mountains.
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.
The Grimentz pump track: the free bump track, for families
Fancy letting the children ride in the open air in Grimentz? The pump track, free and open-access, rolls out its asphalt bump track for bikes, BMXs, scooters and skateboards. Enough to burn off energy as soon as the fine season arrives, in the heart of the resort.
Mini-golf in Grimentz: a family round in the heart of the village
Fancy a round of mini-golf in the mountains? In Grimentz, a course awaits families in the heart of the village, with a view over the old chalets. A simple, friendly activity, free with the Pass Anniviers Liberté, perfect between two walks.
The Clos des Frès playground in Grimentz: let off steam in the open air
Want to let the children burn off energy for free in Grimentz? The Clos des Frès playground welcomes the youngest in the open air, in a mountain setting. Swings, slides and climbing structures: an ideal stop between two activities.
The rye bread workshop in Grimentz: baker for a day at the communal oven
Looking for a tasty, authentic family activity? In Grimentz, the rye bread workshop has you make your own bread in the village's communal oven (four banal). From dough to baking, from age 6, you become a baker for a day, followed by an apéritif.
The Bendolla sledge run in Grimentz: 5 km of descent in winter
Fancy a long sledge descent this winter in Grimentz? From the top of the Bendolla gondola, a 5-kilometre sledge run drops down to the village. Thrills guaranteed in a mountain setting, for an unforgettable winter family outing.
The natural ice rink in Grimentz: free skating in winter
Fancy lacing up your skates as a family this winter? In Grimentz, a natural ice rink sets up in the heart of the village, with free, open access. Open-air skating in a mountain setting, with curling and 'Curl'Charlette' to vary the fun.
The Bendolla snow garden in Grimentz: first steps on skis from age 3
Are your children discovering snow this winter? At Bendolla, above Grimentz, the snow garden welcomes toddlers for their first steps on skis, supervised by instructors. Next door, the 'Minigliss' space offers a snow play area, from age 3.
The velogemel at Bendolla: the wooden snow-bike, from age 11
Fancy an original descent on the snow this winter in Grimentz? At Bendolla, the velogemel — a wooden snow-bike with handlebars — speeds 5 km down from the Grands Plans. An unusual, sporty, thrilling slide, for older children from age 11.
The Bendolla–Grimentz snowshoe trail: a winter family walk
Fancy a peaceful walk in the snow as a family? In Grimentz, a marked snowshoe trail links Bendolla to the village in about 1.5 hours, through forests and fields. A gentle discovery of winter, accessible to families, away from the slopes.
Snow Mountain Cart in Grimentz (Bendolla): the kart run on snow in the Val d'Anniviers
Fancy a thrilling family descent this winter above Grimentz? At Bendolla, the Snow Mountain Cart sends you down 5 km of snow-covered track, halfway between a kart and a sledge. Thrills guaranteed and a view of the Val d'Anniviers thrown in, for older children from age 11.
Escape Room Le Refuge in Grimentz (AnniThink)
Dive into the escape room "Le Refuge" in Grimentz with your family: 60 minutes of puzzles in the heart of the Alps, a clever adventure that brings the team together and sparks the curiosity of children.
Anniviers Indoor Park, Val d’Anniviers – large indoor leisure park
A large indoor play area in the heart of Val d’Anniviers. Trampolines, inflatable structures, and areas for toddlers: perfect when it rains, is hot, or very cold.
Why choose Grimentz for a family outing?
In Grimentz, we love the idea of combining the mountains with a touch of mystery. The Escape Room Le Refuge, offered by AnniThink, immerses families in 60 minutes of puzzles to solve together, in the heart of the Alps. It's a clever adventure that bonds the team and sparks the curiosity of children: we search, we observe, we help each other to meet the challenge before time runs out.
This indoor activity is also an excellent option when mountain weather is unpredictable: it provides a fun and bonding moment, sheltered, without losing the ambiance of the val d'Anniviers. Around, the traditional village and its wooden chalets invite you to stroll and discover the alpine heritage.
Between the escape room and the authentic mountain setting, Grimentz is a lovely destination for an original family outing in the heart of the val d'Anniviers.
