For families, especially those who appreciate nature, the French Alps are the perfect holiday destination. Fresh Alpine air, lush pine forests, green meadows and valleys, crystal lakes, and majestic mountains are just the beginning of this region’s many attractions. The family-friendliness of the area is perhaps most apparent in its numerous catered chalets, which provide the perfect mix of comfort, luxury, and privacy. Some can sleep as many as 30 people, which is great for extended families.
Of course, lovely as they are, there’s a lot more to the French Alps than its picture-perfect catered chalets. Listed below are some attractions and activities that are perfect for families. From extreme water sports, leisurely nature hikes, or informative tours, every member of the family is sure to have a fun and memorable time.
Play in the snow
Just looking out the windows of its lovely catered chalets, you can already tell that its pristine slopes and state-of-the-art skiing facilities are definitely among the main attractions of Tignes. However, the younger set may want to engage in a sport they consider more ‘hip’ and exciting. If your family wants to try something new, snowboarding is the perfect activity to learn together.
In Tignes, snowboarding schools offer lessons to students of different ages and skill levels. Students can also choose how intensive their lessons to be-from basic courses that take only a day to longer advanced courses. Once you and your loved ones have your snow legs, you can all head on out to play together in the snow or challenge yourself on the slopes.
Enjoy a day in the sun
If beautiful nature is what you’re after, you’ll definitely be spoiled for choice during your holiday in the French Alps-just look out the window of your cosy catered chalets and you’ll know what we mean. It almost doesn’t matter which town you choose, the sheer beauty of the region is sure amaze you. Lake Geneva, for example, is the perfect place for a family picnic-enjoying the lovely scenery imbibing in wine, cheese, chocolate, and other Swiss delicacies. The sunlight hitting the blue water and the surrounding greenery is perfect for picture-taking and watching boats on the lake; afterwards, you can engage in water sports such as sailing, swimming, and boating. You can even reserve a campsite if you want to ‘rough it’ and spend some time away from your catered chalets. The best view of the Alps and the surrounding areas, however, is by cable car, so head on up to Aiguille du Midi, which is the steepest cable (an arguably the most thrilling) ride on Earth.
Danielle Hodges
