Merlet Wildlife park

2495 Chemin de Merlet, 74310 Les Houches
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.
  • 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!

Accessibility

Accessibility

Not accessible in a wheelchair
Mobility impaired

Services

Services

Activities
Temporary exhibitions
Picnic area
Bar
Exhibition hall
Car park
Defibrillator
Parking nearby
bus parking
Composting toilet
Coach access
Boutique

Services offered

Quality standards

Quality standards
Famille plusFamille plus

Rates

Rates

From 1 May 2025 to 30 September 2025

From 1 May 2025 to 30 September 2025
Adult
9€

Child rate
6€

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

Payment methods

Payment methods

Payment methods

Credit cardCredit card
ChequeCheque
CashCash
TransfersTransfers

Openings

Openings

From 1 September 2025 until 30 September 2025

From 1 September 2025 until 30 September 2025
Monday
Closed

Tuesday
10:00 - 18:00

Wednesday
10:00 - 18:00

Thursday
10:00 - 18:00

Friday
10:00 - 18:00

Saturday
10:00 - 18:00

Sunday
10:00 - 18:00

www.parcdemerlet.com

Location

Location

Merlet Wildlife park
2495 Chemin de Merlet, 74310 Les Houches

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • English
  • French

Environment

Environment
  • Mountain view
  • In the mountains
  • Isolated

Access

Access
  • 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.

Nearby

Nearby

Updated on 30 September 2025 at 14:49
by Office de Tourisme de la Vallée de Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
(Offer identifier : 155955)
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