DR: Translation

Challenges of the River (Herausforderungen des Flusses)

Do you think you only have five senses?

As well as sight, hearing, smell, touch and taste, our bodies are also able to sense heat and cold, maintain our balance, and tell us whether something feels pleasant or not.

The Défis de la Rivière invite you to explore this world of sensations with bare feet or bare hands, in direct contact with the elements: water, earth, wood, stones, sun and wind.

Choose your challenge here!

Test your limits. (yellow)

Stimulate your sense of touch. (purple)

Practise your sense of balance. (orange)

Face the icy water. (blue)

Feel the warmth of your surroundings. (red)

Play with the wind. (green)

You can take on any challenge at one or more locations. Look out for the coloured signs.

Activity area for people with reduced mobility and young children.

You can combine your visit to the Défis de la Rivière with…

…a picnic at the designated spot a little further upstream as you follow the river, or at the Place du Marteau,

…the Sentier des Sens (Sensory Trail),

…the Maison de la Forêt (Forest Centre) and a visit to the exhibitions on display there,

…a walk in the Vallon d’Arbi valley.

Three ways to visit

1. Explore the area at your leisure and let yourself be surprised! Please ensure you follow the rules of use.
2. Choose whatever takes your fancy from the list of sensory experiences next to the Wheel of Challenges.
3. Let fate decide your challenge: spin the Wheel of Challenges and go along with whatever game the river spirit has in store for you. Ideal for families!

Rules of use

The facilities must be used in accordance with their intended purpose. The activities on offer are intended for children aged seven and over under adult supervision.

Avoid going into the water when the current is strong, for example after a thunderstorm: there’s plenty to discover on the bank!

Watch your step: if you’re walking barefoot, watch where you’re going and tread carefully, especially in the water.

Emergency number: 144

If you have any questions or require further information

please contact the La Tzoumaz Tourist Office

Tel.: +41 (0) 27 305 16 00

or to the staff at the Maison de la Forêt.

Coordinates: Swiss Grid 2’585’595 / 1’108’656 GPS (DD) N 46.12924, E 7.25226

River Challenges

Do you think you only have five senses?

As well as seeing, hearing, smelling, touching and tasting, our bodies are also capable of distinguishing between hot and cold, maintaining our balance and telling us whether something feels pleasant or not.

The River Challenges offer you the chance to explore this world of sensations barefoot or with your bare hands, in direct contact with the elements: water, earth, wood, pebbles, sun and wind.

Choose your challenge here!

Test your tolerance threshold (yellow)

Stimulate your sense of touch (purple)

Improve your balance (orange)

Take on the icy water (blue)

Detect the heat in your surroundings (red)

Play with the wind (green)

You can take on each of these challenges in one or more locations. Look out for the colour codes.

Activity area suitable for people with reduced mobility or young children.

You can combine your visit to the Défis de la Rivière with:

A picnic at the designated spot a little further upstream along the river or at the Place du Marteau

The Sentier des Sens (Trail of the Senses)

The Maison de la Forêt (Forest House) and its exhibitions

A walk in the Arbi Valley

Three ways to visit

1. Explore the area as you please – you’re sure to be amazed! Please make sure you follow the rules.
2. Choose what inspires you most from the list of sensory activities on offer next to the Wheel of Challenges.
3. Leave your challenge to chance: spin the Wheel of Challenges and complete the challenge set for you by this river’s mischievous spirit. Ideal for playing with your family!

Rules

The equipment must only be used for its intended purpose. The activities on offer are suitable for children aged 7 and over, under the supervision of an adult.

If there is a strong current in the river, for example after a storm, do not go into the water: there’s plenty to discover on the banks!

Take care of your feet: if you take your shoes off, watch your step and proceed with caution, especially if you are wading through the water.

Emergency number: 144

If you have any questions or would like to find out more,

please contact the La Tzoumaz Tourist Office

Tel: +41 (0) 27 305 16 00

or the staff at La Maison de la Forêt.

Coordinates: Swiss Grid 2’585’595 / 1’108’656 GPS (DD) N 46.12924, E 7.25226