Activities in the canton of Valais
118 activities for children
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.
Mountain Cart in Crans-Montana: race down the mountain as a family
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.
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.
Snow Mountain Cart in Grimentz (Bendolla): the kart run on snow in the Val d'Anniviers
Fancy a thrilling family descent this winter above Grimentz? At Bendolla, the Snow Mountain Cart sends you down 5 km of snow-covered track, halfway between a kart and a sledge. Thrills guaranteed and a view of the Val d'Anniviers thrown in, for older children from age 11.
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.
Cave of the Giants and Head of the Giant in Saillon
A easy walk in Saillon (VS) combining a natural cave and a spectacular viewpoint. Free, short, and fun, perfect for sparking the curiosity of children from spring to autumn.
Escape Room Le Refuge in Grimentz (AnniThink)
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.
Prison Island in Sion: cooperative adventure game for the family
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.
