{"id":80358,"date":"2025-04-01T07:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-04-01T05:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/?p=80358"},"modified":"2025-04-08T12:10:24","modified_gmt":"2025-04-08T10:10:24","slug":"alpine-holidays-with-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/alpine-holidays-with-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"Family holiday in the mountains: top tips and destinations"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Finding the perfect place for a family holiday in the mountains is no mean feat, but it\u2019s essential if you\u2019re going to have a relaxing and rewarding stay. Some resorts stand out for their child-friendly facilities, and more and more accommodation offers everything you need for a family holiday.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re looking for a winter break in the snow or a summer getaway, discover the best mountain resorts for a successful family holiday, along with advice on how to make the most of it.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n \n \n <\/symbol>\n \n \n <\/symbol>\n \n \n \n <\/symbol>\n \n \n \n <\/symbol>\n<\/svg>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy a family break in the Alps<\/h2>\n\n
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Why should you choose the mountains for a family holiday?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The benefits of altitude for children<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The clean air and low humidity <\/strong>of the mountains promote better oxygenation, reduce respiratory allergies and stimulate the production of red blood cells, boosting your children\u2019s stamina.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s more, the mountain environment encourages outdoor physical activity<\/strong>, with all its health benefits, including the production of vitamin D, which is essential for the body, and better sleep.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bear in mind, however, that climbing too quickly to above 2,500m can cause headaches and nausea, especially in younger people. So it\u2019s a good idea to acclimatise gradually<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A variety of activities for all ages<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Whatever time of year you visit, there\u2019s no shortage of activities in the mountains. The wide-open spaces and breathtaking scenery provide the ideal setting for the whole family to exercise and recharge their batteries.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In spring and summer<\/strong>, you can cool off in a swimming pool or lake, experience the thrills of climbing, paragliding and zip-lining, or have fun in an adventure park. Some resorts even have summer toboggan runs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Good to know: <\/strong><\/strong>Some of our partner chalets have their own swimming pool!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In the winter<\/strong>, you and your children can enjoy ice skating, snowshoeing, horse-drawn carriage rides, dog sledding and, of course, a wide range of snow sports.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to learn something new while having fun, you can choose from a wide selection of workshops<\/strong>, such as painting or drawing, ceramics or cheese-making, or chocolate-making.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The \u201cFamille Plus\u201d label: a guarantee of quality for families\u200b<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What is the Famille Plus label?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Many mountain resorts offer events and facilities specially designed for children of all ages<\/strong>. The \u201cFamille Plus\u201d label is an easy way to identify them.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recognised by the Ministry of Tourism, this distinction rewards resorts that are committed to providing families with a high-quality welcome and stay, in line with precise requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Good to know:<\/strong> <\/strong>No fewer than 25 resorts in the French Alps currently hold the Famille Plus label.<\/p>\n\n\n

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The criteria for awarding the label<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There are about 50 criteria that must be met before a resort can be awarded the label.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These include accessibility<\/strong> (pushchairs, children), services and infrastructure<\/strong> (a minimum number of events, baby-changing facilities, children\u2019s safety, etc.), transparency<\/strong> (information on services, programme of activities, offers and prices).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Resorts must offer activities and prices that are suitable for all ages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Good to know: <\/strong>The criteria for awarding the label are different for seaside and mountain resorts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Some of the best family-friendly resorts in the Alps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here is a selection of our favourite resorts for a family holiday in the mountains, whatever the season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Le Grand-Bornand<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Le Grand-Bornand is the perfect destination for a mountain holiday with young children. The Famille Plus label ensures the resort has all the services and facilities needed to cater for children, at any time of the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are just some of the activities you can enjoy in Le Grand-Bornand:<\/p>\n\n\n\n