Family vacation at the Lac Blanc resort
Imagine: your children walking barefoot along a forest trail (barefoot trail), the fresh air scented with pine resin filling your lungs, and before you, a silvery lake nestled in the heart of a glacial cirque. Welcome to Lac Blanc, one of the most beautiful mountain destinations in the Vosges Mountains.
Perched in Alsace at an altitude of 1,200 meters, the Lac Blanc resort is just 20 minutes from Kaysersberg and 35 minutes from Colmar. It offers an exceptional natural setting, featuring glacial lakes, high-altitude grasslands, and pine forests stretching as far as the eye can see. And the good news? It’s a destination designed for families, with activities suitable for children ages 3 and up.
Whether you’re seeking adventure, unspoiled nature, or simply a summer in the great outdoors away from the hustle and bustle of the beaches, a family vacation at Lac Blanc checks absolutely all the boxes. Follow the guide!
Why choose Lac Blanc for a family vacation?
Still can’t decide between the beach and the mountains for this summer? Let us convince you. Lac Blanc Vosges has plenty to offer families with children.
Nature for all ages
You don’t have to be an experienced mountaineer to enjoy Lac Blanc. The scenery is spectacular—glacial cirque lakes, wind-swept mountain ridges, and dense fir forests—but the trails remain accessible to families, even those with young children. There are stroller-friendly routes for little ones and marked trails for all skill levels.
A welcome coolness in the summer
At an altitude of 1,200 meters, summer temperatures remain mild and pleasant, even in the middle of August. When the heat is stifling in the cities and the beaches are crowded, Lac Blanc offers a cool and rejuvenating escape. A real breath of fresh air for the whole family.
Activities for children ages 3 and up
This is one of the resort’s biggest draws: the family-friendly activities at Lac Blanc are designed to include even the youngest children. A barefoot trail for kids ages 3 and up, a tree-top adventure course, fun-filled walks, an interactive trail, and a toboggan run… The little ones won’t be bored for a second!
An ideal location from which to expand
The resort is ideally located for combining mountain scenery with Alsatian culture. Just a few kilometers away, the villages of Orbey, Lapoutroie, and Kaysersberg await you. The Alsace Wine Route is 30 minutes away.
A stay at Lac Blanc offers the best of both worlds.
Must-do activities for kids at Lac Blanc
What can families do at Lac Blanc? Here’s a complete list of must-try activities for kids, from the most laid-back to the most thrilling!
Are you more of an explorer? Set off on an adventure in the forest
If your children love exploring, observing, and solving puzzles, the Lac Blanc Forest is the perfect place for them.
Start with the Croque-Noix scavenger hunt. Children follow in the footsteps of this little forest character and solve puzzles along the way. The walk then turns into a real adventure.
Continue on to the Till & Froll educational trail. On this interactive route, children discover nature through games and displays along the way. It’s a fun way to turn a walk into an adventure.
For families who love a challenge, the Lac Blanc orienteering course lets you set out to find markers hidden in the forest, map in hand.
Are you looking for a thrill? Check out our outdoor activities
For active families or teens looking for a thrill, Lac Blanc offers several must-try experiences.
You can’t miss the Tricky Track toboggan run. Strapped into your sled, you’ll zoom down the slope through twists and turns and through the forest. It’s an accessible and fun activity for all ages.
Those who love heights will enjoy the Lac Blanc Adventure Park, the resort’s tree-top adventure course. Zip lines, suspension bridges, and tree-top trails offer a fun experience in the heart of nature.
Looking for a unique activity? Lac Blanc’s paintball offers a strategic and friendly team experience.
Mountain biking enthusiasts, meanwhile, can enjoy the Lac Blanc Bike Park, one of the most renowned in the Grand Est region, featuring several trails suited to different skill levels.
For a unique sensory experience, the Lac Blanc Barefoot Trail invites visitors of all ages to walk on various natural materials: sand, pebbles, or wood. A simple and fun activity that reconnects you with nature.
For active families or teens looking for a thrill, Lac Blanc offers several must-try experiences. Activities for parents: you can enjoy them too!
A successful family vacation at Lac Blanc also means parents getting a chance to recharge their batteries. And here, the adults are certainly not left out!
Bike rides near Lac Blanc let you explore the forest and the Vosges landscapes as a family. You can even book a guided bike or mountain bike tour with a certified guide: an activity not to be missed.
And of course, the many hiking trails around Lac Blanc offer magnificent views of the Alsace plain and the Vosges ridges, perfect for a family outing with a picnic.
After all that hard work, it's time to relax
A family day out at Lac Blanc works up an appetite. Take the opportunity to enjoy a delicious break on the terrace of a farmhouse inn. In an authentic setting, surrounded by fresh mountain air, savor hearty local dishes typical of the Vosges Mountains: meat pie, Munster cheese, charcuterie platters, farm-fresh cheeses… And to top it all off, you simply can’t leave without trying the homemade blueberry tart, a true symbol of the Vosges. So, are you ready to savor some delicious food?
Top 10 Family Activities at Lac Blanc
Below, you’ll find a quick overview of all the top family-friendly activities at Lac Blanc for a great vacation.
Chamois-watching outing at Lac Blanc
During the summer, join a guided tour to spot chamois on the Lac Blanc ridge. Led by a passionate professional, visitors of all ages can discover these iconic animals of the Vosges in their natural habitat. It’s the perfect family nature activity to enjoy at the end of the day, when the light softens.
Since space is limited, be sure to register in advance to enjoy this wonderful experience in the heart of the mountains.
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Choose your accommodation at Lac Blanc, surrounded by nature in the Vosges
After a day full of new discoveries, what could be better than extending the adventure?
The resort and its surroundings offer a variety of family-friendly accommodations at Lac Blanc: vacation rentals, cozy hotels, campgrounds, bed-and-breakfasts, and vacation homes.
Choosing family-friendly accommodations near Lac Blanc means waking up in the heart of the Vosges, enjoying the tranquility of the mountains, and easily planning your days with hikes, activities, and moments of relaxation.
FAQ: Your Questions About Family Vacations at Lac Blanc
The best time for a family vacation at Lac Blanc is from June through September. July and August offer the widest range of activities available at the same time.
To enjoy a quieter atmosphere and more affordable rates, consider visiting in June or September with young children, or in early July and late August with older children. The trails are clear, activities are accessible, and accommodations are more readily available.
Lac Blanc is a destination designed for little ones ages 3 and up! The tree-top adventure course, the Tricky Track toboggan run, and the Orbey barefoot trail are all accessible to children of this age and older. There are also stroller-friendly paths for families with babies or toddlers. In short: there’s no minimum age requirement for enjoying Lac Blanc as a family.
The resort is easily accessible by car. Here are the travel times from major cities:
Colmar → 35 minutes via the D48
Kaysersberg → 20 minutes
Strasbourg → about 1 hour 20 minutes
St Dié → 40 minutes
Gérardmer → 50 minutes
Paris → about 4 hours 30 minutes
📍 GPS: Lac Blanc 1200 Resort, Col du Calvaire, 68370 Orbey
You can reach Colmar by train from Paris (TGV, 2 hours 20 minutes) and then rent a car there.
Did you know? You can reach the Lac Blanc resort by taking the “Navette des Crêtes” shuttle daily from Colmar via the Kaysersberg Valley in July and August, and on weekends in September and October.
For more information, follow this link.
The weather in the mountains can be unpredictable, but don’t panic! Here are a few ideas for rainy days:
- Visit the valley’s museums, especially the Wood and Heritage Museum in Labaroche (family-friendly tours)
- Meet local artisans
- Head to the Arc en Ciel swimming pool in Kaysersberg
Go to the movie theater in Orbey, located just a few kilometers from the resort.
Settle into a cozy inn in the resort to enjoy a homemade blueberry tart.
Visit the valley’s wine cellars and the distilleries in Lapoutroie (Musée des Eaux de Vie, Distillerie Miclo)
And besides, a little Vosges rain has never stopped a great hike with the right shoes and a raincoat!
Yes, we highly recommend it in July and August! Popular activities like the “Head in the Stars” hike or the chamois excursions often sell out several days in advance during peak season. Here are our tips:
Book your accommodations 2 to 3 months before your trip
Bike Park passes can be purchased directly at the Lac Blanc 900 station (Auberge du Vallon).
Top up your Bike Park pass by following this link
For the Tricky Track toboggan run, no advance reservation is necessary; you can purchase tickets directly at the ticket window.
Lac Blanc: The Perfect Family Getaway in the Vosges Mountains
And so we’ve come to the end of this overview of the best activity ideas for a family vacation at Lac Blanc. And if one thing is clear after reviewing all these activities, it’s this: Lac Blanc is not like other destinations. It’s a place where time slows down, where screens turn off on their own, and where children’s laughter echoes among the fir trees.
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