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What to do with my children at Lac du Der in Champagne?

Whatever the season, Lac du Der and the surrounding area offer many opportunities for parents and children to enjoy a wide range of activities, from cultural to sporting and relaxing.

From bike rides to paddle boarding, solo or in a group, suspended in the trees or with your feet firmly on the ground in an amusement park, you’re bound to find something to keep them occupied.

Whether on vacation or for a weekend, between the beaches in summer and the rich natural surroundings all year round, let them discover the joys of outdoor activities while solving riddles.

And if the weather doesn’t cooperate, you can also take them to visit interactive museums or animal farms.

For children under 10

For children under 10, Lac du Der offers a wide range of suitable activities, combining fun, discovery and safety.

Children’s play areas are scattered around the lake. These areas are equipped with swings, slides, climbing structures and other wooden games, specially designed for children under 10.

Here’s a selection of activities perfect for youngsters

Games and Leisure
Walks and discoveries
On the water

Mini-golf is a fun and accessible activity for young children. The courses are often colorful and designed to be fun, which appeals greatly to children.

Treasure hunts and treasure trails are often organized especially for children. These allow youngsters to set off on an adventure while discovering the surrounding history and nature in a playful way.

Some accrobranche parks around the lake have courses specially designed for young children. These courses are lower and easier, allowing little ones to enjoy themselves in complete safety.

Educational farms offer activities suitable for children under 10, such as discovering farm animals, milking cows or making local products. These visits are both educational and entertaining.

The little tourist train around the lake is a fun activity for young children. They can sit back and enjoy the scenery while listening to anecdotes and stories about the region.

Pony rides are available in certain parts of Lac du Der, an unforgettable experience for young children who love animals.

The cycle paths around the lake are perfect for a family bike ride. Young children can pedal at their own pace on flat, safe routes away from traffic.

Cycling around the lake

From April to September , pedalos and electric boats are an excellent way for families to discover the lake.

Children under the age of 10 can enjoy a quiet ride on the water with their parents, in a safe, supervised environment.

The beaches around Lac du Der are perfect for young children. They offer supervised swimming areas, ideal for splashing around in complete safety.

Some beaches also have shallow areas, perfect for the little ones.

Beaches and swimming

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For children over 10

For children over 10, there’s no shortage of leisure activities at Lac du Der, adapted to their age and their desire for adventure and discovery. Here’s an overview for older children:

Sports activities
Walks and observations
Cultural activities

Children over 10 can try their hand at a variety of water sports on Lac du Der, including :

Stand-up paddle: Ideal for improving balance while having fun on the water.
Canoeing: Youngsters can paddle solo or in pairs, perfect for an adventure on the lake.
Sailing: Introductory sailing courses are available, enabling children to learn how to sail.
Windsurfing: Conditions on the lake are perfect for learning to windsurf, with sessions suitable for beginners.

For those who like a thrill and a challenge, the accrobranche parks around Lac du Der offer courses suitable for children over 10. These courses are higher and more technical, including zip lines, monkey bridges and climbing nets, offering a safe adventure at height.

Sailing schools

The hiking trails around Lac du Der are perfect for family outings. Children over 10 can venture out on longer, more challenging trails, discovering nature and enjoying the magnificent scenery.

It’s also a popular spot forbirdwatching, especially during migration periods. Older children can take part in educational workshops and guided birdwatching outings, learn to use binoculars and discover the local wildlife in an interactive and educational way.

Children over 10 can take part in educational workshops at the Village-Musée du Der, offering interactive activities to discover the history, fauna, flora and ecosystem of the lake.

For an interactive group activity, escape-games can be booked at the Tourist Office. Children over 10 can work in teams to solve riddles and puzzles within a time limit, an exciting and stimulating experience.

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Some ideas animations to do with your children

Having fun & Entertainment

Organized throughout the year to entertain children and families, they are educational, interactive and fun; to discover local nature and culture while having fun…

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A vast playground for young and old

For children under 10

For children over 10

Having fun & Entertainment