Located in the eastern suburbs of the French capital, Disneyland Paris is the most visited tourist destination in Europe, according to data published by Euro Disney. In addition to the numerous rides and attractions, Disneyland offers a number of cinemas, restaurants and accommodation options, all listed at its official website. For a more genuine French feeling, visit Parc Astérix, a theme park located just outside the northern boundaries of Paris. Astérix is the protagonist of a popular French comic book series, depicting the resistance of a small Gaul village against the mighty Roman Empire.
More than 60 campsites across the country operate special mini-clubs for children. These clubs are divided into age groups from toddlers to adolescents and offer a number of learning activities and sporting events. Children get the opportunity to come in contact with children from different cultures -- including France, since this is your target -- and expand their horizons while making new friends. Find a comprehensive guide of the available campsites with children's mini-clubs at CampingFrance.com (see Resources).
If you choose to visit France during the winter months, winter sports activities can give your children the opportunity for some action in the snow. In France's organized ski resorts, including Alpe D'Huez and Ascou Pailhères, children can learn the basics of skiing from professional instructors. Full-service resorts, like the Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, also offer a number of activities, such as ice-skating, dog-sleigh rides, and various indoor activities. Visit J2SKI for the complete list of France's ski resorts (see Resources).
A visit to the Haribo museum is a must-do activity if you are near the little town of Uzès in southern France. Children can have the opportunity to see how candies are made, as well as get a taste of a wide variety of Haribo specialties. Le Bournat village in the southern part of the country offers visitors a glimpse of life in the French countryside more than 100 years ago, while all events, including the 1900 fun fair, are absolutely free.
