Activities for children in Marécottes
Well situated in the Trient valley, in Valais, Les Marécottes form a charming mountain village, surrounded by forests and peaks. The air is pure, and one can find that peaceful atmosphere of family-friendly mountain resorts, perfect for slowing down the pace with children.
Accessible from the plains, particularly by the picturesque Martigny–Châtelard railway, Les Marécottes lend themselves to a lovely day in nature, between swimming and discovering animals. This page brings together a selection of activities for children in Les Marécottes.
Our selection of family activities to do in Les Marécottes
2 activities for children
Alpine swimming at the natural pool of Marécottes (Valais)
A pool carved from the rock, clear and fresh water, and the Valais peaks in the background. The natural pool of Marécottes is a simple, beautiful, and memorable summer outing.
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.
Why choose Les Marécottes for a family outing?
Les Marécottes has everything to be the ideal mountain village for a nature outing with family: a preserved setting, outdoor activities, and just the right amount of change of scenery, just a few minutes from the Rhône plain. It's the perfect place to give children a real day outdoors.
The natural swimming pool of Les Marécottes is a curiosity in itself: set in a rocky and wooded environment, it offers a refreshing swim in the heart of nature, far from the atmosphere of traditional pools. In good weather, it's the perfect meeting spot for young and old to enjoy the water in a mountain setting.
Right next door, the Zoo des Marécottes, an alpine zoological park, introduces children to the animals of our mountains in a wooded and hilly environment. The visit, punctuated by climbs and descents through the enclosures, quickly turns into a lovely walk: you observe, you learn, and you exercise, all in the same place.
Between natural swimming and discovering alpine wildlife, Les Marécottes offers a simple, active, and rejuvenating day, which will particularly please families in search of fresh air and authenticity.
