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Having fun with children in the Tarn
A holiday filled with laughter and excitement, that's what we're offering you... The Tarn is full of so many treasures that it's hard to choose!
Animals to thrill the youngest, leisure centers to have fun, activities to live beautiful experiences and natural spaces to recharge your batteries with the family... We don't even know where to start. Without being exhaustive, here are a few ideas for having fun in the Tarn, for children of all ages.
Academy of Miniatures Museum
Our journey begins in the heart of the Tarn, in the Albigeois, in the Madeleine district of Albi. And we start very young... At the Musée Académie des Miniatures, the universe of the place revolves around the childhood memories of its creator. A fun and surprising point of view on scenes of daily life in bourgeois houses of the 19th century. Workshops and stories for children are regularly scheduled.
After the little one's surprise, it's time for a little extravagance at the Samys' Diner near Abli!
How about an unusual gourmet break just 5 minutes from Albi? Close to the ring road, a 100% American address opens the doors to a totally offbeat universe where you can enjoy lunch or dinner. Whether you're with family, friends or loved ones, you'll be in the USA at the touch of a fork, Open 7 days a week (closed on Mondays except during school holidays).
Samy's Diner offers an original menu with a variety of flavors to delight young and old alike
You'll want to order everything, so many recipes make you salivate between American, Tex Mex and even French dishes. Original and above all gourmet, the à la carte offerings are as appealing as the menus with evocative names like “Elvis”, “Rock'n'Roll” or “Eldorado”, or even the children's menus. Starters, bagels, wraps, burgers or hot dogs, order your favorite dish served alongside more classic recipes such as salads, meat or fish. More than just a meal, Samy's Diner offers a true plunge into the American atmosphere, with ultra-indulgent desserts to round off the tasting experience.
An unusual setting to take your children to America from Albi
The kitchen isn't the only star of the restaurant, which also surprises with a vast atypically decorated room, a perfect reproduction of the 50s in the USA with a black and white tiled floor. Settle into a Chevrolet, which is the most popular table, before admiring the flags, the pink, yellow and blue banquettes, the juke box and the Texaco pump that give this totally offbeat restaurant a retro rock atmosphere. While the adults sip their cocktails or finish their coffee on the vintage terrace, the kids have fun on the restaurant's upper floor, which is a large playroom with lots of activities and a breathtaking view of the Albi circuit.
Stay tuned for animations kids throughout the year, where young and old alike.
Walk through the squares and gardens of the city of Albi
Fancy a little stretching? Rochegude Park, Castelnau Park, Renaudié Park, Van Gogh Square, the National Garden or the Merville Garden… All the parks and gardens to explore in Albi are listed on the city's website.
And to finish in style, " l'Échappée Verte ", next to the episcopal city and in the heart of the city, offers a breath of fresh air in the heart of nature. On the banks of the Tarn, you follow the GR36 for 4 km. All practical information is available on the Albi-tourisme website.
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Atlantis Aquatic Space
After sport, comfort! In Albi, this space offers activities for the whole family : indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness center, giant slides for adults and a play area for children. All practical information is available on their website.
Avalats nautical base
Another setting, another atmosphere. For a more sporty activity to do with children from 7 years old. Lo Capial offers you a canoe-kayak descent, just next to Albi, in Saint-Juéry.
Photo: Saint-Juéry Source: Szeder Laszlo CC BY-SA
Bellevue Animal Farm
We're heading to the 3 Valleys, to Salles-sur-Cérou, for a day on the farm. In addition to the animal park and its unusual species, the site gives you access to a swimming pool, a playground and a restaurant.
Sugar and Chocolate Museum
To follow, we take a walk to Cordes-sur-ciel, the favorite village of the French in 2014. You will find the Museum of Sugar and Chocolate there. An exciting and fun visit awaits you. Upon reservation, you can also attend a demonstration. Ready to succumb to temptation? A tasting is offered to round off this great time to share among gourmets.
Via ferrata
In an exceptional setting, the Malamort via ferrata can be done independently and is accessible to everyone, as long as you are 1.40m tall. Find all the technical information on the website.
Gaillac miniature train
Near Toulouse, Gaillac promises you a beautiful walk with its religious heritage, its natural history museum, and more original its miniature train club. A beautiful miniature network is to be admired in its smallest details.
Photo: Gaillac
Archeosite
In Montans, the Archéosite is a journey through time to the Gallo-Roman era. Exhibitions, activities and workshops will allow the whole family to better understand this site renowned for its production of sealed ceramics. More information on their website.
Martels Gardens
In what is known as the Cornucopia of the Tarn, nature is lush. The Jardins des Martels are an idyllic example. Stroll through its bucolic paths, through its exotic greenhouses, to its bamboo labyrinth. It's tempting, isn't it?
Currently, reservation is required on their website.
While there, take the opportunity to visit the pretty hilltop village of Giroussens, known for its contemporary ceramists.
Photo: The Martels Gardens
Tourist railway
Fancy a ride on a miniature train ? In Saint-Lieux-les-Lavaur, climb aboard an old locomotive on the Tarn tourist railway line to discover a part of the region's industrial history.
Mazamet: Leisure centers and Wood and Toy House
In Mazamet, you will find two free leisure centers. There is something for everyone. The one in Bonnecombe gives you access to a playground, picnic area and a fitness trail. The other is 8 km from Mazamet, around the Montagnès lake. In addition to supervised swimming in the summer and the beach, you can hike on the GR7 and tour the lake on small trails.
The Maison du Bois et du Jouet will teach you everything you need to know about creating wooden toys. It is a very fun space, with more than 40 games available.
Photo: Mazamet
Lake Laouzas
In Nages, swimming is supervised in the summer in the artificial lake of Laouzas. For the little ones, there is also a paddling pool. A heated swimming pool is also at your disposal. Volleyball, basketball, pétanque court, fitness trail, ping-pong table, leisure activities are varied. For more information, visit the tourist office website.
Photo: Lac de Laouzas Source: Fagairolles 34 CC BY-SA
Aquamonts
In Saint-Pierre-de-Trivisy, on the edge of the forest, the Aquamonts leisure center offers an adventure park, a water park and a wellness center.
Nearby, you can also go hiking or play sports with your family...
Planetarium
In Montredon-Labessonnié, Le Planète Tarn reveals the mysteries of the universe : observation of the sun, evenings on the legends of the sky, hikes under the stars, creative workshops.
Nearby, don't miss the Three Valleys Zoological Park.
The YC Waterfun Park
In Monclar-de-Quercy, between the two rivers, it's time to have fun at the Waterfun Parc YC leisure center and enjoy their gigantic inflatable modules.
If you want to do something else, try the Aquaval Leisure Complex in Lautrec.
Photo: Waterfun Parc YC
Discovery Cape
In Cagnac-les-Mines, in the heart of a natural area, you can enjoy free access every day to a maximum of sports activities : bowling, mini golf, mountain bike trails, sand sports fields, pétanque, ping-pong, kindergarten with mini-kart, trampoline and inflatable games, water games (pedal boats, paddleboards, pentaglisse, etc.).
We hope we've given you some great ideas for making the most of your family stay in the Tarn-Aveyron region. The order chosen isn't linked to the interest of each site, but rather a large discovery loop in the Tarn region, around Albi.
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