Skip to main content
Kidora
All activities

Explore by...

Regions 36 Cantons 7 Cities Categories 6 Seasons View map
Blog Associations

Activities for children in Vernayaz

Located in the Rhône plain, at the entrance to the Trient valley, Vernayaz is a well-placed Valaisan village for a family outing. Surrounded by a mountainous landscape renowned for its gorges and waterfalls, it serves as a pleasant starting point for exploring the region.

Easily accessible and close to the main routes of Lower Valais, the village lends itself to a relaxed getaway, especially for families who enjoy combining discovery and fun. This page brings together a selection of activities for children in Vernayaz to help you organize your family outing.

Our selection of family activities to do in Vernayaz

Discover the 3 activities in Vernayaz

Outdoor activities

Fresh air, forests, lakes and mountains.
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.

View listing
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.

View listing

Around Vernayaz

Less than 15 minutes away, in neighbouring towns.
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.

View listing
Illustration of the outdoor pool in Verbier facing the Alps Outdoor swimming pool in Verbier: mountain swimming all summer long
Verbier, Valais

Want to take a swim at high altitude with the kids? The outdoor pool in Verbier welcomes you all summer long in the heart of the Valais resort: a large pool, a water play area for the little ones, and a terrace in the fresh air, at 1500 m altitude.

View listing
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.

View listing
Illustration of the Municipal Pool of Martigny, outdoor swimming pools Municipal Pool of Martigny: the great summer swimming for families
Martigny, Valais

Looking for a swimming day that appeals to the whole tribe, from toddlers to teens? The Municipal Pool of Martigny features a large pool, a giant wading pool, a slide, and spacious shaded lawns. Let us take you to discover this large outdoor complex, in the heart of Valais.

View listing
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.

View listing
Illustration du cinema Corso a Martigny, entree eclairee et affiches, avenue arboree et montagnes au crepuscule Corso Cinema in Martigny: the town’s second family hall
Martigny, Valais 4-16 years

Looking for a family cinema outing in Martigny? The Corso Cinema, on Avenue du Grand-Saint-Bernard, is the Cinérive group’s second hall in town. Big films, an attractive family deal and easy access: a simple outing, in any weather.

View listing
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.

View listing
Illustration du cinema Casino a Martigny, facade eclairee et affiches, rue avec gare et montagnes au crepuscule Casino Cinema in Martigny: the big screen a stone’s throw from the station
Martigny, Valais 4-16 years

Looking for an easy family cinema outing in Martigny? The Casino Cinema, on Avenue de la Gare, shows the big films of the moment and offers an attractive family deal. A stone’s throw from the station, it is a simple and reliable outing, in any weather.

View listing

Activities by budget

A day out without breaking the bank, or a treat.
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.

View listing
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.

View listing
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.

View listing

Why choose Vernayaz for a family outing?

Vernayaz has the advantage of combining the tranquility of a Valaisan village with a convenient location, at the entrance of the Trient valley and in the heart of the Rhône plain. It provides a pleasant setting for a family day, surrounded by mountains and easily accessible.

For families looking for an original activity that is out of the ordinary, EscapeWorld Vernayaz offers an escape game experience where both young and old solve puzzles together. It's the kind of challenge that children really enjoy as they grow up: you think as a team, search for clues, and share good moments of family bonding. An indoor activity, ideal regardless of the weather, which makes Vernayaz a fun stop not to be overlooked during an outing in the Lower Valais.