The Top 3 Activities to Try as a Family This Fall
Fall in Chamonix is the perfect time to feast your eyes on the vibrant colors of nature! And to make sure the whole family has a blast, here are the must-try activities to enjoy together.
Meet the Animals
The Mont Blanc Fermes Péda Association welcomes you for a truly cool visit that’s sure to amaze your kids. Up close with the animals, fun and educational workshops give the whole family the chance to explore every aspect of farm life.
It’s the perfect experience to combine discovery and learning: make cheese, butter, or apple juice, depending on the farms’ specialties!
- Please note: Reservations are required
The Montenvers Train and the Mer de Glace
Fasten your seatbelts—we’re boarding the legendary little red rack-and-pinion train!
This winding ascent through the forests takes you up to an altitude of 1,913 meters. Once you reach the summit, young and old alike will be treated to a breathtaking panoramic view of the Mer de Glace and the impressive Aiguilles de Chamonix.
To get the full experience, take the gondola to get as close as possible to the ice giant. And to uncover all the secrets of glacier formation, head to the Glaciorium, a space that’s as captivating as it is fun!
- Please note: the Grotto is closed through November 1, 2026.
Alpine Coaster
Ready for a real adrenaline rush?
Located just a stone’s throw from downtown, the Alpine Coaster promises plenty of fun! Get ready to zoom down more than a kilometer of track: twists, turns, and thrills guaranteed for the whole family.
- Open to children ages 3 and up when accompanied by an adult, and to children ages 8 and up (or 1.35 m tall) riding solo.
- Open through November 1.