Activities in the canton of Valais
101 activities for children
Gorges de la Vièze in Monthey: tunnel and suspension footbridge with the family
Fancy a real nature adventure just steps from the town centre? In Monthey, the Gorges de la Vièze unfold an educational trail along the torrent, with a tunnel cut into the rock and a footbridge suspended around sixty metres above the void. A short, wild loop, ideal from age 5-6.
Trient Gorges in Vernayaz: a canyon on walkways for the family
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.
Pissevache Waterfall in Vernayaz: 116 meters of drop at the roadside
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.
Bâtiaz Beach: family swimming in Saint-Gingolph, at the foot of the mountains
And what if you offered your children a day of swimming at the foot of the mountains? At the entrance of the border village of Saint-Gingolph, on the Valais side, the Plage de la Bâtiaz stretches its fine sand along Lake Geneva, with a magnificent view of the Riviera and the Dents du Midi.
Rive Bleue Beach: family swimming by Lake Geneva, in Bouveret
Want a day with your feet in the water by Lake Geneva, without spending a dime? Rive Bleue beach, in Bouveret (municipality of Port-Valais), offers free public access to the lake, with a gentle sloping entrance that reassures parents of young children. A simple and friendly stop, right next to Aquaparc.
Valère and Tourbillon in Sion: two castles to explore with the family
Want to turn back time with your children? In Sion, two twin hills each have their fortress: Valère, with its fortified basilica and museum, and Tourbillon, with its medieval ruins to explore freely. A family outing combining history, panoramic views, and fresh air, just a stone's throw from the CFF train station.
Tignousa Planet Park and Planet Path in St-Luc
Above St-Luc, a playful walk takes your children from planet to planet, with scaled-down models, a grand panorama, and easy access by funicular.
Les Îles Vapeur Parc in Sion – a miniature train ride by the lake
At the Îles park in Sion, real little steam and electric trains take families on a gentle, playful journey full of outdoor technical discoveries.