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Merlet Wildlife park

Merlet Wildlife park
Merlet Wildlife park
Merlet Wildlife park
Merlet Wildlife park
Merlet Wildlife park
Merlet Wildlife park
Merlet Wildlife park
Merlet Wildlife park
Merlet Wildlife park
Merlet Wildlife park

Description

BOOKING REQUIERED
Come and watch the mountain animals roam freely in this animal park in a magical setting, at an altitude of 1500m, just opposite Mont-Blanc.
Perched at an altitude of 1500m above the Chamonix valley, the Merlet mountain pasture first amazes with its breathtaking panorama of the Mont-Blanc massif. Merlet then immerses you in its vast animal world, as you enjoy an easy hike through forest and sunny meadows, marked out by its traditional old mountain chalets. The unusual closeness of this area to its many animals is surprising, and almost makes you forget how wild they are...
Species to discover: ibex, sika deer, llama, mouflon, marmot, chamois and fallow deer!

Short mid-mountain hike, 2 to 3 hours' visit.

Numerous benches and deckchairs punctuate the visit. The altiport, a large, flat lawn, is also a great place to lie down.

At any time of year, discover the exhibition rooms and video projections, the souvenir store, the fun and educational stages and the guided tour in 4 languages on your smartphone!
In July and August, depending on the weather and the agenda, free afternoon activities are offered: the mountain and its secrets, wood and horns, predators, "Merlet, what a story!" Fun trail, exhibition room and video projection, entertainment, restaurant and store.

Services at your disposal:
- 150 parking spaces spread over 1000m.
- Bar restaurant, panoramic terrace, open at the same times.
- Picnic tables at the park entrance
- Shuttles from July 7 to August 29, Monday to Friday from the station
SNCF train station - free of charge

Baby carriers preferable.

Technical Information

Lat, Lng
45.9073016.817875
Coordinates copied
Altitude
1517 m
Point of Interest updated on 25/11/2025

Altimetric profile

Date and time

  • From 01/05/2026 to 30/06/2026
  • From 01/07/2026 to 31/08/2026
  • From 01/09/2026 to 30/09/2026

Additional information

Updated by

Office de Tourisme de la Vallée de Chamonix-Mont-Blanc - 24/11/2025
www.chamonix.com
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Price(s)

Adult: 9 € Child: 6 €. Group rate available for 15 people or more. Group rate on booking from 15 persons, disabled person Member card to ask on site or to download on the park's website. Purchase on site: - The great book "Merlet, quelle est ta magie ?" 28€ - Guidebook and games booklet.

Open period

From 01/05 to 30/06/2026 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends. www.parcdemerlet.com. From 01/07 to 31/08/2026, daily. From 01/09 to 30/09/2026 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends.

History, culture and heritage

Former mountain village and alpine pasture

Sustainable tourism

To reconcile the need to welcome the public with respect for the environment, the Merlet wildlife park has set up a daily quota to manage the large number of visitors. Electricity is generated locally using photovoltaic panels and a small hydroelectric power station. The park also recycles flyers and is committed to a zero-waste approach, with selective sorting and actions to reduce dustbins as much as possible. Don't forget to take the free shuttle bus from Les Houches train station!

Location complements

Bus parking 1000m away from the entrance. Access by foot on a pedestrian trail. Closest bus stop : Le Tourchet / Les Houches train station bus stop (Les Houches shuttle) (Warning, remoted stop) - 1hr30 hiking. Closest train stop : Les Houches train station (remoted stop) - 1hr30 hiking. Closest parking : Merlet car park - 15 minutes by foot.

IGN cards

3531ETR - SAINT-GERVAIS-LES-BAINS RESISTANTE MASSIF DU MONT BLANC
Editor : IGN
Collection : TOP 25 RÉSISTANTE
Scale : 1:25 000
17.20€
3530ETR - SAMOENS RESISTANTE HAUT-GIFFRE
Editor : IGN
Collection : TOP 25 RÉSISTANTE
Scale : 1:25 000
17.20€
3530ET - SAMOENS HAUT-GIFFRE
Editor : IGN
Collection : TOP 25 ET SÉRIE BLEUE
Scale : 1:25 000
13.90€
3531ET - SAINT-GERVAIS-LES-BAINS MASSIF DU MONT BLANC
Editor : IGN
Collection : TOP 25 ET SÉRIE BLEUE
Scale : 1:25 000
13.90€
TOP75004 - BEAUFORTAIN MASSIF DU MONT BLANC
Editor : IGN
Collection : TOP 75
Scale : 1:75 000
9.80€
TOP75007 - ENTRE LÉMAN ET MONT BLANC CHABLAIS FAUCIGNY
Editor : IGN
Collection : TOP 75
Scale : 1:75 000
9.80€
TOP100D74 - HAUTE-SAVOIE ANNECY THONON-LES-BAINS MASSIF DU MONT BLANC CHAÎNE DES ARAVIS
Editor : IGN
Collection : TOP 100
Scale : 1:100 000
8.40€
TOP100D73 - SAVOIE CHAMBÉRY ALBERTVILLE PARC NATIONAL DE LA VANOISE PNR DU MASSIF DES BAUGES
Editor : IGN
Collection : TOP 100
Scale : 1:100 000
8.40€
202 JURA ALPES DU NORD
Editor : IGN
Collection : TOP 200
Scale : 1:200 000
6.80€
89025 - TOUR DU MONT-BLANC GR TMB®
Editor : IGN
Collection : DECOUVERTE DES CHEMINS
Scale : 1:50 000
9.10€
NR14 AUVERGNE-RHÔNE-ALPES RECTO/VERSO MASSIF CENTRAL
Editor : IGN
Collection : CARTES RÉGIONALES IGN
Scale : 1:250 000
6.80€
NR15 AUVERGNE-RHÔNE-ALPES RECTO/VERSO MASSIF ALPIN
Editor : IGN
Collection : CARTES RÉGIONALES IGN
Scale : 1:250 000
6.80€
SUISSE
Editor : IGN
Collection : DÉCOUVERTE DES PAYS DU MONDE IGN
Scale : 1:303 000
7.00€
EUROPE
Editor : IGN
Collection : DÉCOUVERTE DES PAYS DU MONDE IGN
Scale : 1:2 500 000
7.00€

Animals

No. As dogs are not allowed in the park, a kennel and water are available at the entrance of the park.

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Caution!
We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾