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Activities for children in Lens

Nestled on a sunny hillside overlooking the Rhône plain, just a stone's throw from Crans-Montana, Lens is a Valaisan village bathed in light and offering beautiful views of the Alps. Its peaceful setting and authentic charm make it a pleasant stop for families exploring the region.

Easily accessible from the plain and close to the Crans-Montana resorts, Lens lends itself to a gentle cultural outing, to be combined with a stroll in the fresh air. This page brings together a selection of activities for children in Lens.

Our selection of family activities to do in Lens

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Around Lens

Less than 15 minutes away, in neighbouring towns.
Illustration of the playground at Ycoor in Crans-Montana Ycoor Playground: the large play area in the heart of the Crans-Montana resort
Crans-Montana, Valais 2-10 years

Want an outdoor outing, free and right in the center of the resort? The Ycoor playground in Crans-Montana features around thirty wooden games by the Ycoor lake: swings, slides, zip line, and large sand pits, just steps away from the cafes and the ice rink.

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Illustration of the outdoor swimming pool in Vissoie in the Val d'Anniviers Vissoie Swimming Pool: outdoor swimming in the heart of the Val d'Anniviers
Vissoie, Valais

Want an afternoon of swimming at high altitude, in the heart of the Val d'Anniviers? The outdoor pool in Vissoie features a heated main pool, a paddling pool for the little ones, a large lawn, and a playground. Perfect for a lovely family day between two hikes.

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Illustration of the indoor pool in Grône Covered pool in Grône: swim with family all year round in the Val de Réchy
Grône, Valais

Want to swim with the family even when the weather isn't suitable? The indoor pool in Grône, nestled in the Rhône valley at the foot of the Val de Réchy, opens its large pool to you for a good part of the year. Little beginners and experienced swimmers alike find their place there, sheltered from the Valais weather.

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Illustration of the Sporting pool in Crans-Montana, outdoor pool facing the Alps Swimming pool of Sporting de Crans-Montana: outdoor swimming for families
Crans-Montana, Valais

Are you looking for a place to cool off with your family during your vacation in Crans-Montana? The Sporting pool, located outdoors and in a quiet area near the Etang Long, welcomes both young and old all summer long, with its paddling pool for the little ones, its slide, and its large lawn for sunbathing.

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Illustration of the Sitterie swimming pool in Sion, outdoor pools Outdoor swimming pool of Sitterie: the family swimming spot in Sion
Sion, Valais

Feeling like a big bowl of freshness with the kids when the sun is shining in Sion? The Sitterie outdoor swimming pool features pools, a wading pool, and a large lawn for a family swimming day, just a stone's throw from the Valais city center.

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Illustration of the playground at Etang-Long in Crans-Montana, by a mountain pond Playground of Etang-Long: the large playground by the lake in Crans-Montana
Crans-Montana, Valais 3-12 years

Looking for an outdoor outing where kids can climb, slide, and zip line, all by a mountain lake? The playground at Etang-Long in Crans-Montana checks all the boxes: spacious, free, and set in a natural environment at 1455 meters.

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Illustration of the Géronde Baths in Sierre, outdoor pools and slide Géronde Baths in Sierre: the pool by the Valais lake
Sierre, Valais

Want a day of splashing in the Valaisan sun? At the Bains de Géronde in Sierre, your children can swim laps in the heated pools, splash around in the water play area, and slide down the big slide, all against the lush backdrop of Lake Géronde.

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Illustration plate du parc accrobranche Foret Aventure a Sigeroulaz, au-dessus de Vercorin, enfants sur parcours et tyroliennes Forêt Aventure in Vercorin: treetop adventure and ziplines at Sigeroulaz
Vercorin, Valais 5-16 years

Fancy climbing through the trees as a family, above Vercorin? At Sigeroulaz, reached by cable car, Forêt Aventure rolls out its treetop adventure courses and ziplines in the high-altitude forest. Thrills, height and fresh air guaranteed, from the moment children are 110 cm tall.

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A day out without breaking the bank, or a treat.
Musée Le Grand Lens in Lens (VS): little stories of the village Musée Le Grand Lens in Lens (VS): little stories of the village
Lens, Valais 5-14 years

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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Why choose Lens for a family outing?

Lens has the tranquil charm of the hillside villages of Valais: sunshine, unobstructed views of the mountains, and a peaceful atmosphere that invites you to take your time. It is a destination where one willingly combines a touch of culture with a good breath of fresh air, in a preserved setting.

The Musée Le Grand Lens is the must-see point of interest. It offers a human-scale cultural interlude, ideal for gently introducing children to discovery, in a format that doesn't tire them out. It's an opportunity to awaken their curiosity and share a calm moment as a family, before or after a walk in the heights.

Thanks to its proximity to Crans-Montana and the plain, Lens easily fits into a larger program: you can stop by for a visit, enjoy the panorama, and extend the day with a walk on the hillside. A simple and bright outing, perfect for unwinding as a family.