Where to make the summer toboggan with children during the long holidays?

What is the summer toboggan?

When you hear the word “toboggan” you think immediately of the snow.However, there are also summer sleds!Contrary to popular belief, it is not a question of sliding on the grass.Also called “bob luge”, the summer toboggans takes up some concepts From the winter luge… in summer version.This time, there is no question of hitting snow slopes.The concept is to evolve on concrete or metal tracks, specially designed for this activity, which also takes place in the mountains.Some are also on track.

Just like in classic sleds, you have to take your place in an independent small "vehicle", and control the speed thanks to a handle located at the Front of the sledge.This activity will delight parents and children, thrill seekers.Did you love the descent but the ascent scares you?Do not panic, most sites are equipped with ski lifts.

Luge on rails: the precautions to be taken

If you want to take advantage of mountain air with this unusual activity, make sure you take some precautions.Once you've taken your place in the sledge, don't take your arms off From the vehicle.Also be very careful not to touch the tracks with your hands: as they are sometimes made of metal, they can become burning with the sun.You must also adapt your speed, especially when turns.Finally, do not stop, nor get out of the toboggan before the end of the descent, at the risk of colliding with other people.

Where to do summer toboggans during the long holidays?

No need to go to Disney to experience thrills.The ski resort Les Entries en Savoie promises you sensations worthy of Space Mountain thanks to its toboggan course on rail.Named Mountain Twister, this attraction will appeal to lovers of thrills.The route covers 800 meters, and will take you to 8 meters above ground.Hang on, because that's not all!The Mountain Twister is Fragmented with acceleration, updated turns, waves, and even 360 ° C and 540 ° C twists and turns.Guaranteed adrenaline rise.For the most cautious, do not panic, a braking system allows you to slow down.

At what age ?Activity accessible From three years, with the need to be accompanied by a person over 1m35 before 8 years.

Practical information: opening on Friday, Saturday and Sunday From 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and From 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. From June 18 to July 4, 2021, then every day at the same times until September 26, 2021.Price: € 6.20 luge (solo or duo).Possibility of package five or ten descents (solo or duo) more info on www.the seizures.com

This station located in the Alps offers two courses 800 meters long.Guaranteed sensations for parents and children during this descent on a metal track.The little extra?The rowing gondola of the ice rink to enjoy a nice view.

At what age ?Accessible From 80 cm, and accompanied by an adult up to 1m25.The two -seater sleds are reserved for adults accompanying children under 1m40.

Practical info: Open Saturdays and Sundays From 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. From June 12 to July 2, then From September 4 to 26, 2021.Open daily From 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and From 2 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. From Saturday July 03 to Sunday August 29, 2021.Nocturne every Thursday From July 15 to August 19 From 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Tariff: 5 euros for a passage and a rise.26 euros for 6.Free for children under five.More info on www.Laclusaz.com

Go to the Jura at, for 2min 13 of sensations.The Mont-Jura station offers a summer luge descent on Rail, 1365 meters long with 90 meters of elevation.Adrenaline guaranteed!Add slopes of almost 40% and twists and turns of almost 360 ° C.If you manage to keep your eyes open, you can enjoy the exceptional panorama, with a view of the Lake Geneva and the Alps chain.If you are not really a fan of speed and thrills, rest assured, it is possible to control your pace.

At what age ?Accessible From 5 years old accompanied by an adult, and alone From 11 years old.

Practical information: open daily From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. From May 15 to September 26, 2021.Price: 8 euros the descent, 32 euros per five.More info on www.Mountains-du-Jura.Fr

Located in the heart of the Pyrenees, the Hautacam leisure park offers a luge descent on rail, simply named Mountain Luge.Come hit 700 meters of track safely, thanks to these vehicles equipped with safety belts. Il est également possible d’adapter sa vitesse grâce au système de Freinage.Results ?A descent that is made between 10 and 45 km/h!

At what age ?Accessible from 3 years old and accompanied by an adult up to 7 years old.

Practical information: open weekends from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. until June 30.Then, opening every day from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. from July 1 to August 31, 2021.Price: 2 euros the descent from 3 to 17 years old, and 9.50 euros five.4 euros in the descent and 18.5 euros for adults.Valid prices until June 30, 2021.More info on www.Valleesdegavarnie.com

Take advantage of a summer luge descent on a 500-meter stainless steel track at the Super-Besse station in Mont-Dore (Massif Central).During the descent, you can benefit from a view of the Dordogne valley, the Grande Cascade and the Capuchin. A vous d'adapter votre vitesse grâce au levier de Frein.

At what age ?Accessible from 3 years old, and accompanied by an adult for children measuring less than 1m25.

Practical information: open from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends and holidays from 05/22 to 07/09/2021 and from 29/08 to 10/22/2021.Same schedules, but with a closure at 7 p.m., every day from 07/10 to 08/28/2021.Price: 4 euros the descent, 17 euros per five.More info on www.sancy.com