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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
Altimetric profile
Date and time
- From 01/05/2026 to 30/06/2026 from 10:00 to 18:00
- From 01/07/2026 to 31/08/2026 from 09:30 to 19:30
- From 01/09/2026 to 30/09/2026 from 10:00 to 18:00
Additional information
Updated by
Office de Tourisme de la Vallée de Chamonix-Mont-Blanc - 27/02/2026
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 between 10 am and 6 pm. www.parcdemerlet.com. From 01/07 to 31/08/2026 daily between 9.30 am and 7.30 pm. From 01/09 to 30/09/2026 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 10 am and 6 pm.
Contact
Phone : 07 67 22 82 69
Email : contact@parcdemerlet.com
Website : http://www.parcdemerlet.com
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/parcdemerlet/
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.
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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