The little mountain dwellers have their own space in the heart of nature
A playground, a breath of adventure!
Opening dates summer 2025: from 28.06. to 31.08.2025*
Camp des Marmottes is the ideal playground for children! A high-altitude area where they can run, climb, jump, fly and have fun in total freedom.
At the top of the Ratier gondola, an enchanted world awaits them: wooden games, a mini zip line, balance workshops, a hut with a climbing wall: everything you need for adventure and laughter.
Camp des Marmottes takes its name from the real inhabitants of the site: marmots ! Thanks to the long sights provided, you can spot them, observe them and learn a little more about these emblematic animals of the Alpine fauna.
Curious to see the little mountain animals in action? Watch our video presentation:
Access
- Every day from 9:30am to 5:00pm* - free access
- All games are reserved for children aged 4 to 12 (use of equipment under parental supervision)
- Cork balls are available at the Mountain Kart and Trottinette reception desk at the Ratier gondola arrival point (2 euro deposit per ball)
- Access: Ratier gondola arrival (section 1) - Chantemerle.
*subject to change
Speaking of marmots, how well do you know this favorite mountain animal? We'll give you the lowdown below.
Did you know?
We tell you more about the Alpine marmot, the mascot of our mountains.
- Marmots warn themselves of imminent danger with high-pitched whistles. If you listen carefully, you're bound to hear them.
- They live as a family, with a pronounced sense of respect for hierarchy and group cohesion.
- Grooming, games and brawls are all part of their lives (when they're awake!).
- Their predators are golden eagles and foxes.
- They dig long, highly branched galleries in which they can hibernate for up to 6 months. That's why you don't see marmots in winter: they sleep in the warmth of their burrows. Snow in abundance, very little for them! They leave that to the skiers, who come back for more.
The best time to observe them discreetly is when they emerge from their burrows to feed in the morning or afternoon.
To avoid damaging their health, please do not feed them.
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