Family activities in summer
ACTIVITIES TO EXPERIENCE AS A FAMILY
FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY :
> LIBRARY - VIDEO LIBRARY: the pleasure of leisure reading for all ages.
> CALÈCHE: discover Grand-Bornand as a family!
> PARCOURS DE L'ART VACHE: open-air art gallery. Map available from the Tourist Office.
> HEALTH PARK: a walk along the Le Borne torrent accessible to all and equipped for pushchairs.
> SWIMMING POOL: water space with swimming pool, play pool with fountain and bubble bench, paddling pool, slide, snack bar with terrace.
FROM 2 YEARS OF AGE :
> PONEY RIDE: a ride with your pony, mum and dad along the river Borne.
> A WALK WITH A DONKE: a walk with your donkey, a wonderful walking companion who will carry the little ones and motivate the older ones.
> INITIATION TO FIRST STEPS ON A PONEY: whether it's for a first approach, to overcome a fear or to learn a little more.
> EQUINE MEDIATION: take care of the horse and create a bond with it to discover its many benefits.
> PUMPTRACK: new for 2025! Located in the heart of the Village leisure area, this brand new sports and leisure area is dedicated to mountain bikes, BMX bikes, rollerblades, skateboards, scooters and draisies...
FROM 3 YEARS OLD:
> CINEMA: several screenings throughout the day.
> ELECTRIC KART CIRCUIT: safety circuit in the heart of the leisure area for the pleasure of driving.
> MINIATURE GOLF: enjoy 15 holes of mini-golf in the heart of the village.
> LA SOURCE: playground and playground equipment.
FROM 4 YEARS OF AGE:
> MOUNTAIN NATURE ACTIVITIES: half-day or full-day activities to discover the secrets of the mountains.
> LES P'TITS FERMIERS WORKSHOPS: discover farm animals and garden plants.
> POTTERY: ceramic workshop to model the object of your choice, a cow, a hedgehog, a bowl...
> FOREST TRAIL: a themed trail with wood carvings providing information on the special features of mountain forests.
> TENNIS: on a course or by the session, everyone can improve while having fun.
AGES 5 AND UP:
> CLIMBING: sessions supervised by mountain guides to help you discover climbing with maximum safety.
> ESCAPE GAME OUTDOOR: discover the legend of Jean de la mine on a nature trail.
> PARCOURS AVENTURE EN FORÊT: a safe course with a continuous lifeline. Minimum height: 1m.
> PARAGLIDING: a first tandem discovery flight (minimum 20kg).
> RIVER FISHING: permits on sale at the Tourist Office.
> ARCHERY: P'tite plume session specially adapted for youngsters or series of arrows to aim accurately!
> MOUNTAIN BIKE or ELECTRIC BIKE: first mountain bike outings or a choice of technical sessions!
FROM 6 YEARS OF AGE:
> GOLF: courses and workshops ideal for perfecting your swing.
> HERITAGE: family visits and discovery of the region's heritage with day and night tours of the Maison du Patrimoine...
> PAINTING: discover watercolour or natural pigments or take a course in any technique at the 4 Seasons workshop.
> PING-PONG: free access tables in the village leisure area and at Chinaillon at the foot of the Châtelet chairlift.
> GUIDED THEME WALKS: themed walks open to all.
> MOUNTAIN ENVIRONMENT DISCOVERY TRAIL: a 2.5-hour circuit to learn about different aspects of the mountain (fauna, flora, geology, etc.).
> VISIT A FARM: find out how Reblochon cheese is made with a farmer.
> VISIT A FARM: find out all about the life of bees.
AGES 7 AND UP:
> ARCHERY TOUCH: a fun way to practise archery.
> BIATHLON: improve your concentration in a fun and friendly way.
> RAFTING: 1h15 drive from Le Grand-Bornand, discover the Giffre valley on the water (you need to know how to swim!).
FROM 8 YEARS:
> LE PETIT COUTEAU WORKSHOP: knife licence and discover the nature of Grand-Bornand.
FROM 10 YEARS:
> HORSE RIDING: beginners or experienced riders, a unique experience through the woods and mountain pastures.
> HERITAGE: family visits and discovery of the local heritage with tours of the Village, an investigation at the Maison du Patrimoine, the cow art treasure hunt...
AGES 11 AND UP:
> WATERCOLOURS IN NATURE: themed sessions, calligraphy or travel journal workshops in the great outdoors.
AGES 13 AND UP:
> CANYONING: swim, jump, slide, abseil down mountain streams.
> VIA FERRATA: 3 via ferrata to discover in the Aravis massif.
More ideas in the week entertainment programme...
FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY :
> LIBRARY - VIDEO LIBRARY: the pleasure of leisure reading for all ages.
> CALÈCHE: discover Grand-Bornand as a family!
> PARCOURS DE L'ART VACHE: open-air art gallery. Map available from the Tourist Office.
> HEALTH PARK: a walk along the Le Borne torrent accessible to all and equipped for pushchairs.
> SWIMMING POOL: water space with swimming pool, play pool with fountain and bubble bench, paddling pool, slide, snack bar with terrace.
FROM 2 YEARS OF AGE :
> PONEY RIDE: a ride with your pony, mum and dad along the river Borne.
> A WALK WITH A DONKE: a walk with your donkey, a wonderful walking companion who will carry the little ones and motivate the older ones.
> INITIATION TO FIRST STEPS ON A PONEY: whether it's for a first approach, to overcome a fear or to learn a little more.
> EQUINE MEDIATION: take care of the horse and create a bond with it to discover its many benefits.
> PUMPTRACK: new for 2025! Located in the heart of the Village leisure area, this brand new sports and leisure area is dedicated to mountain bikes, BMX bikes, rollerblades, skateboards, scooters and draisies...
FROM 3 YEARS OLD:
> CINEMA: several screenings throughout the day.
> ELECTRIC KART CIRCUIT: safety circuit in the heart of the leisure area for the pleasure of driving.
> MINIATURE GOLF: enjoy 15 holes of mini-golf in the heart of the village.
> LA SOURCE: playground and playground equipment.
FROM 4 YEARS OF AGE:
> MOUNTAIN NATURE ACTIVITIES: half-day or full-day activities to discover the secrets of the mountains.
> LES P'TITS FERMIERS WORKSHOPS: discover farm animals and garden plants.
> POTTERY: ceramic workshop to model the object of your choice, a cow, a hedgehog, a bowl...
> FOREST TRAIL: a themed trail with wood carvings providing information on the special features of mountain forests.
> TENNIS: on a course or by the session, everyone can improve while having fun.
AGES 5 AND UP:
> CLIMBING: sessions supervised by mountain guides to help you discover climbing with maximum safety.
> ESCAPE GAME OUTDOOR: discover the legend of Jean de la mine on a nature trail.
> PARCOURS AVENTURE EN FORÊT: a safe course with a continuous lifeline. Minimum height: 1m.
> PARAGLIDING: a first tandem discovery flight (minimum 20kg).
> RIVER FISHING: permits on sale at the Tourist Office.
> ARCHERY: P'tite plume session specially adapted for youngsters or series of arrows to aim accurately!
> MOUNTAIN BIKE or ELECTRIC BIKE: first mountain bike outings or a choice of technical sessions!
FROM 6 YEARS OF AGE:
> GOLF: courses and workshops ideal for perfecting your swing.
> HERITAGE: family visits and discovery of the region's heritage with day and night tours of the Maison du Patrimoine...
> PAINTING: discover watercolour or natural pigments or take a course in any technique at the 4 Seasons workshop.
> PING-PONG: free access tables in the village leisure area and at Chinaillon at the foot of the Châtelet chairlift.
> GUIDED THEME WALKS: themed walks open to all.
> MOUNTAIN ENVIRONMENT DISCOVERY TRAIL: a 2.5-hour circuit to learn about different aspects of the mountain (fauna, flora, geology, etc.).
> VISIT A FARM: find out how Reblochon cheese is made with a farmer.
> VISIT A FARM: find out all about the life of bees.
AGES 7 AND UP:
> ARCHERY TOUCH: a fun way to practise archery.
> BIATHLON: improve your concentration in a fun and friendly way.
> RAFTING: 1h15 drive from Le Grand-Bornand, discover the Giffre valley on the water (you need to know how to swim!).
FROM 8 YEARS:
> LE PETIT COUTEAU WORKSHOP: knife licence and discover the nature of Grand-Bornand.
FROM 10 YEARS:
> HORSE RIDING: beginners or experienced riders, a unique experience through the woods and mountain pastures.
> HERITAGE: family visits and discovery of the local heritage with tours of the Village, an investigation at the Maison du Patrimoine, the cow art treasure hunt...
AGES 11 AND UP:
> WATERCOLOURS IN NATURE: themed sessions, calligraphy or travel journal workshops in the great outdoors.
AGES 13 AND UP:
> CANYONING: swim, jump, slide, abseil down mountain streams.
> VIA FERRATA: 3 via ferrata to discover in the Aravis massif.
More ideas in the week entertainment programme...