Family mini golf (parents and children) on the Val d'Isère green front in summerFamily mini golf (parents and children) on the Val d'Isère green front in summer
©Family mini golf (parents and children) on the Val d'Isère green front in summer|Tristan Shu

Family vacations in the mountains Summer edition

In July and August, Val d’Isère unveils some incredible scenery, with lush green valleys, glaciers, lakes and waterfalls! A popular playground for our sporty friends, Val d’Isère is nonetheless within easy reach for a family holiday you won’t soon forget.

And yes, between the village, the ski area and the parks, Val d’Isère offers a range of activities and entertainment that will delight the whole family!

Playing outside Sports parks

Come and enjoy a wide range of activities at the Centre and Manchet sports parks!

Parc des sports du Centre

Located in the center of the village, you’ll find a wide range of activities for children, including an electric car circuit, a fun park with bouncy castles and trampolines, mini golf and much more!

 

Parc des sports du Manchet

Located in the Manchet valley, this sports park lets you enjoy a wide range of sporting activities right in the heart of the mountains, including horseback riding with the riding school & pony club, practice golf, soccer, tennis, and much more.

Entertainment Free

All summer long, Val d’Isère offers a host of free activities for families. Children can take part in creative workshops or try their hand at various activities such as archery, trampolining, electric mountain biking, golf and much more. Tournaments are also organized: pétanque, Mölkky, video games, etc.

Guided walks and tours allow you to discover the fauna and flora of the Alps, as well as the heritage of our village.

In the evening, children’s shows and open-air concerts create a festive atmosphere.

In the footsteps of 🚴‍♀️ La Petite Vadrouille Every Monday, from July 7 to August 25, 2025

Set off on a gentle E-Bike ride, guided by a certified MTB instructor and a FACIM heritage guide, to uncover the hidden secrets of Val d’Isère — its heritage, local know-how, and the people who bring the mountain to life every day.

Play areas à gogo

Looking for fun outdoor activities for the whole family? Take a look at our many playgrounds, where your children can have fun and let off steam in a unique setting right in the middle of the mountains. And don’t forget your binoculars – if you’re lucky, you’ll spot marmots, ibexes and even eagles along the way!

  • Center playground (sandpit, benches, nearby toilets, tree-lined soccer pitch, slides and games for all ages)
  • Manchet playground (sandpit, benches, nearby toilets, slide, rope games and swing, marmots to watch)
  • La Daille playground (barbecue and picnic area, wooded surroundings, balance games and pumptrack)
  • Ice rink playground (benches, wooded area, play structure for young and old)
  • Lac de l’Ouillette playground (barbecue and picnic area, benches, nearby toilets, fishing lake, play structure for young and old)
  • Center Aquasportif playground (small play structure accessible from age 1, perfect for bad weather)

Going for a walk Our best family hikes

The average daytime temperature is over 20°C, ideal for sunbathing and perfect for walking and cycling!

You’ll find all the hikes in our topoguide below.

Almost too easy

  • Tour of Lac de l’Ouillette

This quiet spot at the top of the mountain is the ideal place to spend some quality time with the family. To get there, you can take the Solaise gondola, which is free all summer. Follow the signs along the path that runs alongside the lake. You can also take the time to fish and enjoy the delicious dishes served on the terrace of the Lac de l’Ouillette restaurant.

  • From the village through the forest to the hamlet of Fornet
  • The springs, an idyllic spot between forest and stream

Warnings

The difficult ones but not too much

  • La Vallée perdue, a hike where you don’t have to be afraid of heights
  • From Pont Saint-Charles to the Prariond refuge, cross the “valley of marmots and ibexes”.
  • From Le Manchet to the Fond des Fours refuge

Topoguide 🗺️ Hikes in Val d’Isère

Discover 14 varied hikes, from easy family walks to longer treks — all located around Val d’Isère.
Presented as a practical booklet, it comes with a large detachable map measuring 56 x 62 cm.

La ferme de l'Adroit Authentic encounters

Head to the Ferme de l’Adroit for a change of scenery, and immerse yourself in an authentic world with producers who are passionate about their work, through a variety of visits: cheese-making, a visit to the cowshed where you’ll discover what goes on behind the scenes on a mountain farm. Children will be delighted to wander through the barn to meet the chickens, pigs, horses and cows. On the other side of the farm is the cheese dairy, a must for epicureans in search of good local produce.

Val's house The children's rendezvous

Spend a day at the Maison de Val with your children and discover the history of Val d’Isère, the birth of the alpine ski resort and the resort’s champions in the museum.

And why not take a look at the cinema programme? This is your chance to enjoy a comedy or a cartoon with the whole family. Laughter and emotion guaranteed!

As for the mediatheque, it offers video games, board games and reading corners, the ideal place to open a book and play with the kids. Of course, you can also borrow books and games.

For families in Val d'Isère

Val d’Isère, a Family Plus-labeled resort, does everything in its power to offer your family the best possible welcome, tailored to your children’s needs. Have a great vacation!