Looking for ideas to keep children and adults entertained during the holidays? Good news: the Villé Valley is full of activities for the whole family, including nature, heritage, sports and fun discoveries!
Whether you prefer a walk in the forest, an outdoor adventure, a creative workshop, or a gourmet experience, you're sure to find something to enjoy. And to make things easier, all these activities are listed day by day in our Esti'Vallée guide: HERE.
In this article, we've selected 10 fun ideas to share with your family. Try them out!
1. Aquavallées: relaxation and water games in Bassemberg
The Aquavallées aquatic centre, located in Bassemberg, offers facilities suitable for families: sports pool, leisure pool, water slide, paddling pool with games, counter-current river, outdoor pool in a wooded park, wellness area with sauna and hammam, and weight room.
Numerous activities are offered there: aquagym, aquabike, swimming lessons,…
Contact details:
1 Rue Principale, 67220 Bassemberg
www.aquavallees.fr – contact@aquavallees.fr – 03 88 58 93 93
2. Geocaching: a digital treasure hunt through the valley
Embark on an adventure blending heritage and new technologies through geocaching. Smartphone in hand, explore the valley in search of caches hidden in villages and nature.
A special multi-cache in Villé offers an immersive journey around its heritage.
Free geocaching introductions on Thursdays July 17, July 31 and August 14, from 9am to 12pm at the Office.
3. Humbert Farm: Discovering life on the farm
Humbert Farm in Urbeis, certified by Bio Cohérence, offers tours of the farm, vegetable garden, animals, and even the chance to participate in milking. A great opportunity to discover organic farming as a family.
Self-guided tours available Monday to Saturday from 16:30pm to 18pm
Direct sales on site
Address: 83 rue Principale, 67220 Urbeis – 03 88 57 06 00
4. Villé Media Library: reading, culture and activities
The Villé media library offers books, CDs, DVDs for all ages, and organizes youth activities throughout the summer, including the famous Story Time at La Volette and Baby Reader.
Free activities all summer long, including:
- Wednesdays July 16, 23, 30 – Story Time (10:30 to 11:00)
- Wednesday, August 6 – Baby Reader
- Tuesday, August 19 – Arise Digital Workshop
- Wednesdays, August 20 and 27 – Musical readings and storytelling
5. Villé Valley Museum: a journey through time in Albé
Housed in an 18th-century farmhouse in Albé, the museum retraces daily life in the valley during the Ancien Régime. Historic buildings, antique objects, and themed activities are offered weekly. A hayloft... A vivid immersion into a bygone era.
Summer 2025 events:
- Thursday, July 17: Children's craft workshop, from 14:30 p.m. to 16:30 p.m. – €3 per child
- Thursday, July 24: Children's craft workshop, from 14:30 p.m. to 16:30 p.m. – €3 per child
- Sunday July 27: History of the school of yesteryear / The vineyardsFrom 14:00 PM to 18:00 PM – €4 per person, free for children under 12
- Sunday, August 3: Meet a wool spinner (knitting and embroidery) at Franckenbourg, from 14:00 pm to 18:00 pm – €4 per person, free for children under 12
- Thursday, August 7: Children's craft workshop, from 14:30 p.m. to 16:30 p.m. – €3 per child
- Sunday, August 10: Discover the woodworking trades, from 14:00 pm to 18:00 pm – €4 per person, free for children under 12
- Thursday, August 14: Children's craft workshop, from 14:30 p.m. to 16:30 p.m. – €3 per child
- Sunday, August 17: Logging and working the land with animals (vineyards), from 14:00 p.m. to 18:00 p.m. – €4 per person, free for children under 12
- Thursday, August 21: Children's craft workshop, from 14:30 p.m. to 16:30 p.m. – €3 per child
- 24 Sunday August History of the school of yesteryearFrom 14:00 PM to 18:00 PM – €4 per person, free for children under 12
- Sunday, August 31: Entertainment Bread, apple and honeyFrom 14:00 PM to 18:00 PM – €4 per person, free for children under 12
Address: 4 Place du Tilleul, 67220 Albé – 03 88 57 08 42
6. Historical storytelling walk in Villé: between stories and heritage
Storyteller Countess Luciole invites you to step back in time with a theatrical stroll through the streets of Villé. Anecdotes, characters, and local history await you in the evening.
Dates:
Every Monday from July 21st to August 25th at 18:30 PM
Departure: The Villé Valley Tourist Office
Free
7. Micro-Folie: Art at your fingertips
Installed this summer at the Aquavallées nautical center, the Micro-Folie is an innovative cultural concept that provides access to more than 3,200 digitized works of art in high definition, from the greatest French museums: the Louvre, the Palace of Versailles, the Pompidou Center, and many others.
Designed by La Villette in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture and several national institutions, the Micro-Folie offers an interactive experience accessible to all:
- Free exploration via individual tablets
- Guided themed tours in lecturer style
- Cultural activities adapted to different age groups
It's a fun and adaptable space that fosters artistic discovery and exchange, particularly through special events such as workshops, screenings, and concerts. In Villé, the Micro-Folie is free to access in the afternoons, but some activities also require reservations.
Free access :
Every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon from 14pm to 18pm, free access behind the reception of the Aquavallées centre, at the wellness area.
Entertainment by reservation:
- Thursday July 17: Notre-Dame de ParisFrom 10am to 12pm – for ages 13 and up
- Tuesday, July 22: The animal in art, from 10am to 11:30am – for 4-6 year olds
- Thursday July 24: Water in all its states, from 10am to 12pm – for 7-11 year olds
- Tuesday, July 29: The instrument in art, from 10am to 11:30am – for 4-6 year olds
Reservations required: micro-folie@valleedeville.fr
Location: Aquavallées Nautical Center, 1 rue Principale, 67220 Bassemberg
8. Fun walks: family treasure hunts
Three levels of trails (4-6 years, 7-9 years, 10-12 years) allow you to discover the villages of the valley through riddles and clues to solve.
Booklets available free of charge at the Office or can be downloaded HERE.
9. Alsace Adventure Park: treetop adventure courses and games in the forest
Located at the Col du Kreuzweg, in the heights of Breitenbach. Nestled in the heart of the Champ du Feu massif, it offers an exceptional natural setting for a day with family, friends or group.
The park offers a wide range of outdoor activities suitable for all ages and interests:
- 10 treetop adventure courses (from 0,5 to 25 meters high)
- Zipline Valley
- Verti'Câble®
- Extreme Tour and its jump into the void
- All-terrain electric scooters
- Paintball and laser tag in the forest
- Archery
- Explor Games®
- Educational trail
- On-site dining area
The World of the Bretz'Elves: a magical space for children
A new attraction specially designed for younger children, this harness-free environment offers a multitude of fun activities in the great outdoors: treehouses, giant nets, slides, tunnels, and obstacle courses. It's the perfect space to develop imagination and a taste for exploration in a safe setting.
Practical information :
Alsace Adventure Park
Kreuzweg Pass – 67220 Breitenbach
Open every day in summer
10. Villé Orienteering Race: Nature and Challenge
On the edge of the Villé forest, set off in search of 14 markers. An ideal activity for young and old, combining observation skills, a sense of direction and a taste for adventure.
Each marker must be located using visual clues and punched on your map to validate your progress. Some are easily spotted, others a little more hidden… the perfect opportunity to sharpen your curiosity and, sometimes, stray slightly from the beaten path.
Accessible to all levels, this orienteering course is an original way to (re)discover the Villé forest while having fun.
Practical information :
- Map available at the Villé Valley Tourist Office
- Free and self-guided activity