If you are staying in the South of France with your children or grandchildren, here is our guide to the 10 best places for children in Languedoc, as compiled following extensive research and much debate by our 3 boys. |
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If you're looking for activities for your kids and you want an alternative to the beach in Languedoc, give this a try. Hire canoes and canoe up the dramatic Gorges de l'Herault. |
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Set in dense forest close to Motagnac, Accrobranche specialises in tree climbing adventures, encompassing abseiling, tree canopy walks and rope ladders. |
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The Meze Dinosaur Museum is the largest museum in the South of France devoted entirely to dinosaurs. The park is well laid out and there is lots of information. It is a great way to spend a full day with the kids on those hot South of france summer days. |
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The Sigean African Safari park is very well laid out and has all the animals you can think off: Lions, Giraffes, Rhinos, Gorillas, Elephants (Archie's favourite), Emus with attitude and lots and lots of Monkeys. A good day out for the kids in France |
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Le Petit Paradis is a real gem if you're at a loose end trying to find an activity for the kids in France. Situated between Montpellier and Nimes, Le Petit Paradis park is set amongst the beautiful landscaped gardens and you can discover a real oasis here. |
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Aqualand in Cap dAgde is a good day out for all the kids in France. It is not cheap, but the rides are good and you can easily spend all day here. |
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If you want an alternative to the beach with the kids in France or an economical alternative to Aqualand, then La Grande Bleu swimming pool in La Grande Motte, Languedoc could be just the place for you. |
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Aquarium, Le Grau-du-Roi - is one of the best aquariums around the Languedoc. This small aquarium complete with Shark tunnel, seal and sea-lion observatory and beautiful varietes of jelly fish, focuses very much on educating children of all ages. |
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Train Juane - a yellow train that snakes its way up the Pyrenees from Villefranche-de-Conflet and climbs up to the highest train station in France at Bolquere. Its a great day out with kids in France. Further details can be obtained from the website at: Train Juane . |
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If you are fed up of the beach and you're looking to entertain the kids for the afternoon, then the swimming pool at Sete is an excellent choice. |
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Planetarium Galilee - Montpellier's own superb planetarium. We have not been ourselves, but we've heard good reports about it from friends who have kids in France. There is an excellent website for the Planetarium Galilee |
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If you are looking for a cheap day out with the kids or grandchildren in France, then Montpellier zoo is sure to fit the bill. Montpellier zoo is set in a shaded park, the zoo offers a surprisingly wide choice of animals to see in nice big enclosures. |
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