Summer activities for children in the canton of 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.

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.

Want to take a family swim with a stunning view of the Rhône Valley? The Chaëdoz Pool, in Haute-Nendaz, welcomes you in the summer in an alpine setting: a large heated pool, a paddling pool for the little ones, and a snack bar to catch your breath between dives.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Fancy an easy, pushchair-friendly nature walk above Sion? In Arbaz, the Five Ponds Tour rolls out a 6.4 km loop visiting several ponds, with picnic areas by the water. A free and restful walk, perfect for families.

Fancy getting close to marmots as a family in Anzère? At the entrance to the resort, the Parc à Marmota, set up at the Hôtel-Restaurant La Poste, lets children watch and feed marmots, rabbits and Valais blacknose sheep. A simple nature encounter, while parents enjoy the terrace.

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.

A life-size exhibition for curious little ones? At Insectopia, near Anzère, giant animatronic insects come to life in the Woodland gardens. Between puzzles, games and ladybirds to ride, it's an original family outing, every summer (May to August).

In Sion, the Valais Nature Museum awakens children's curiosity with alpine wildlife, rocks, and the seasons. A calm, clever, and inspiring visit, perfect all year round.

A small museum in Martigny where children handle rocks and crystals and discover how the Alps are formed. Calm, curious, and ideal all year round to awaken science.

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.

In the heart of Sion, the Valais Art Museum offers a visual journey that speaks to both children and adults. A gentle, curious, and inspiring visit for all seasons.

Are you looking for an outdoor play break during your stay in Leukerbad? Next to the Sports Centre, a free playground awaits your children with a zip line, a rope hammock, and a wooden tower, all set in a mountain backdrop that invites climbing.

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.

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.

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.

Fancy letting the children burn off energy for free in Anzère? On the pedestrian village square, a large playground and a pump track await young and old: swings, slides, climbing structures and a bumpy track for bikes and scooters. Free access, in the heart of the resort.

A breath of fresh air above Sierre. Obabao in Venthône is a free play area, made of wood and nature, perfect for moving, climbing, and dreaming with children.

In the heart of Sion, SionEscape offers immersive rooms and urban investigations for the whole family. Clever puzzles, 60 to 90 minutes of gameplay, and an adventure to share.

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.

A Fort Boyard-style challenge in the heart of Sion: cells filled with puzzles and cooperative challenges, perfect for pre-teens and teens. A fun indoor outing, to be enjoyed in any weather.

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.

An augmented reality investigation game outdoors, in the heights of Marécottes. Puzzles, panorama, and an easy walk: a clever outing for the curious and adventurers.

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.

In Martigny, the Épicentre brings together workshops, games, and cultural moments designed for families. A friendly place to spark children's curiosity and share quality time.

A reference point for choosing child-friendly shows in French-speaking Switzerland. Tips, ages, booking, and access: everything to prepare for a smooth theater outing.

A ride on the little train to discover Martigny without getting tired. Perfect with children, among works of art, Roman ruins, and lovely viewpoints. Simple, gentle, and informative.

Are you looking for an outdoor play break during your stay in Leukerbad? Next to the Sports Centre, a free playground awaits your children with a zip line, a rope hammock, and a wooden tower, all set in a mountain backdrop that invites climbing.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Want to take a family swim with a stunning view of the Rhône Valley? The Chaëdoz Pool, in Haute-Nendaz, welcomes you in the summer in an alpine setting: a large heated pool, a paddling pool for the little ones, and a snack bar to catch your breath between dives.

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.

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.

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.

Feeling like having a cozy moment with family, feet in warm water and eyes on the peaks? At the Grands Bains d'Hérémence, right in the heart of Valais, both young and old can splash around all year long in a large outdoor pool and indoor pools, with a children's area just for them starting from 4 years old.

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.

Fancy some thrills on two wheels in Vercorin? In summer, you take the cable car up then ride an all-terrain scooter down the mountain, over around 500 metres of descent to the village. A fun, exhilarating ride, to share once children are comfortable on a bike.

Looking for high-altitude thrills with your teens? In Crans-Montana, the mountain cart lets you race down the mountain trail between Arnouva and Montana aboard a small three-wheeled, engine-free kart. You ride up by gondola, settle in, and off you go for the descent.

In the heart of Sion, SionEscape offers immersive rooms and urban investigations for the whole family. Clever puzzles, 60 to 90 minutes of gameplay, and an adventure to share.

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.

Looking for thrills with the family? At Bungy Niouc, near Sierre, you jump from a suspended bridge above the gorges. An outing that is as impressive as it is unifying.

A grand zip line at the top of Mont-Fort, accessible from Nendaz. Thrilling sensations, a 360° panorama, and a mountain memory for families seeking adventure.

Want to catch your first wave in Valais? Alaïa Bay in Sion offers a unique surf pool in Europe. A safe and supervised spot, perfect for introducing children and enjoying a session with the family.

In Sion, RealFly offers the sensation of free fall without an airplane or vertigo. An indoor adventure, supervised and fun, from the age of 5. Perfect in any weather for a memorable outing.

Three little mountain trains, a mythical dam, and views of Mont Blanc: VerticAlp Emosson is a spectacular outing accessible to curious families.

Looking for a big dose of good vibes? Aquaparc in Bouveret brings together slides, waves, and heated family areas. A fun and easy outing, suitable for all ages, even in bad weather.