Monday 10 august from 10:00 to 17:00

Journée du Val d'Escreins

  • Nature and relaxation
  • Entertainment/recreation
  • Animals
  • Pedestrian sports
  • Flowers plants
  • Historic
  • Environment
  • Geology
  • Hiking
05560 Vars

Description

"A day of activities in Val d'Escreins, in the heart of the nature reserve, where nature will take center stage From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.: "Secrets of Val d'Escreins" scavenger hunt—Essential oils workshop—Survival bracelet making From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.: Exhibition on wild plants and traditional knowledge of the Hautes-Alpes From 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.: Fun and creative “Ludo Nature” workshop From 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.: Scientific landscape interpretation with TALA MEDIATION—intro to archery From 4:00 to 4:30 p.m.: Complimentary snack From 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.: Scientific immersion in “Little Canada” Varsinc (Scientific landscape interpretation) running continuously (ages 5 and up). Take a moment to reflect and discover the valley’s natural heritage. With the help of a spotting scope, binoculars, and guides, you’ll feel like a scientist! From 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.: Exhibition on wild plants and folk knowledge of the Hautes-Alpes with Les Coll Buissonnière. They’re beautiful, edible, medicinal, toxic…But you can also weave them, make toys, musical instruments, and paintings with them… Witches believed they possessed 1,000 magical powers. Come discover them, identify them, and even taste the best ones! From 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.: Scavenger hunt “The Secrets of the Val d’Escreins” (ages 5 and up). During this workshop, you’ll be invited to uncover the secrets of this valley along an easy walk dotted with riddles and games! Fauna, flora, geology, hydrology, history… An afternoon of fun science for young and old alike!

Services

Animals accepted

Accessibility

Accessible for wheelchairs with assistance

Opening times

On 10 August 2026
  • 10:00 at 17:00

Location

Journée du Val d'Escreins
05560 Vars
  • www.vars.com

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • French

Environment

Environment
  • Close to a public transportation
Updated on 05 August 2026 at 09:40
by Office du Tourisme de Vars
(Offer identifier : 6957666)
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