{"id":95980,"date":"2025-09-20T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-20T06:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/petit-montagnard.fr\/?p=95980"},"modified":"2025-09-16T15:10:43","modified_gmt":"2025-09-16T13:10:43","slug":"if-youre-looking-for-a-family-holiday-in-the-snow-this-resort-is-sure-to-please","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/petit-montagnard.fr\/en\/vous-souhaitez-passer-un-sejour-a-la-neige-en-famille-cette-station-devrait-vous-seduire\/","title":{"rendered":"Looking for a family holiday in the snow? You'll love this resort"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Nestled in the heart of the Portes du Soleil, the resort of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chatel.com\/ete\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ch\u00e2tel<\/a> has always made families a priority. Far from being over-developed, the village that became a resort has managed to preserve its identity, its sense of welcome and a range of activities designed for all ages. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here, local traditions, gastronomy, heritage and leisure activities combine to offer parents and children alike an unforgettable stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A rich and varied programme<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Every week, the resort offers almost 60 activities and events to suit all profiles. Families can alternate between sport, culture and entertainment: orienteering in the village, ice skating, themed evenings, concerts or shows for children during the holidays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Indoor leisure and relaxation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ch\u00e2tel has no shortage of resources when the weather is bad. <strong>The Forme d'O aquatic centre<\/strong> with its pools and wellness areas, spas, ice rink and library round off the day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C1zG3jLoz1U\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\"><div style=\"padding:16px;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C1zG3jLoz1U\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" background:#FFFFFF; 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font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C1zG3jLoz1U\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A publication shared by Forme d&#039;O - Centre Aquatique (@formedo)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote>\n<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>There are indoor play areas for younger children, such as <strong>C l'Aventure<\/strong> (2-12 years) or <strong>Zo\u00e9Tim Kid'Aventure<\/strong> (1-12 years).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Heritage and discovery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The resort also promotes its history and local produce. At the interpretation centre <strong>The Old Customs House<\/strong>In this exhibition, young and old alike are immersed in the world of mountain smuggling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>READ MORE:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/petit-montagnard.fr\/en\/a-jewel-in-the-crown-of-the-portes-du-soleil-this-charming-resort-is-well-worth-a-visit\/\"><strong> <\/strong>\"An unspoilt gem\": this charming resort in the Portes du Soleil is well worth a visit.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Guided tours of the village and its hamlets on a miniature train provide an insight into the soul of the area. You can also discover the art of maturing Abondance cheese, the valley's flagship product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Snow activities for all<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The tobogganing areas, snowshoe outings (accompanied or unaccompanied), mountain biking on snow, dog sled rides and the Belalp Escape Game are all guaranteed to provide original moments. The carousel will delight the little ones, while the older ones can try their hand at frosty challenges or night-time descents.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nich\u00e9e au c\u0153ur des Portes du Soleil, la station de Ch\u00e2tel a toujours fait de la famille une priorit\u00e9. Loin d\u2019un d\u00e9veloppement d\u00e9mesur\u00e9, le village devenu station a su pr\u00e9server son identit\u00e9, son sens de l\u2019accueil et une offre d\u2019activit\u00e9s pens\u00e9e pour tous les \u00e2ges. 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