At the Southern Alps' educational farms

Feed the goats at La Ferme du Col

Located near Gap in the village of Jarjaye in the Hautes-Alpes area, La Ferme du Col is home to absolutely adorable Angora goats, yaks from Central Asia, alpacas and ostriches. Feeding the baby goats and lambs with a bottle is the star activity here, and your little cherubs will love joining in the fun and petting the animals in their pens to their heart’s content. The cereals grown at this farm are used to make flour, beer and delicious crêpes. Learn how to make your own cereal flakes with a very-novel workshop, or discover how mohair is produced, from goat to sweater! Once you’ve tried a top-quality mohair sweater you won’t want anything else… A genuine treasure trove, the nature museum and its fabulous collection are also a must while you’re visiting. Meanwhile, little adventurers can enjoy a walk dotted with riddles and hidden animals, or a donkey or pony ride. Don’t forget to take home a little local souvenir made on site – you’ll find a great choice at the farm shop!

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A family escape at La Colline des Lutins

Let’s head to Le Vernet, a little village in the Alpes de Haute Provence area home to a mini educational farm baptized La Colline des Lutins. Much loved by families seeking a back-to-nature experience, the farm offers a plethora of activities for every age and taste, including pony rides, treasure hunts, water pistol fights, giant wooden games and puppet shows, to name but a few! You can also have fun feeding the hungry goats, ducks, rooster, geese, hens and rabbits. Don’t miss the “sentier sensoriel” walk, to be enjoyed barefoot in fine weather – a conscious walking experience that promises to awaken your senses. Last but not least, have fun frolicking with the miniature donkeys, Highland cows, Valais Nez Noir sheep and ponies before settling down with all the family for a well-earned picnic. Watch out though – you might find some other little creatures trying to get in on the feast…

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Donkey days at La Ferme du Coq à l’Ane

They’re so cute you just want to cuddle them! At La Ferme du Coq à l’Ane, nestling at the heart of the Baronnies Regional Nature Reserve, donkeys live happily alongside goats, pigs, cows, rabbits, hens and other farm animals. The farm’s Provencal goats also produce exceptional cheeses – you can sample them during your tour of the farm and dairy, while learning how these extraordinary (organic) goat cheeses are made. And of course, your kids will love riding on their new favourite friend – the donkey! They’ll also be able to learn all about the local wild plants and Alpine flora that flourishes in the mountains.