The Tiny Train, the Rathvel pond, the mini-zoo; you find all these activities in Rathvel above Châtel-St-Denis!
The Tiny train Departing from the Cabane du Petit Oiseau the "P'tit train" takes you on a ride through the pastures. The panorama is sure to enchant you. The "P'tit train" came to be thanks to the initiative and work of the owner of the Cabane du Petit Oiseau.
The Rathvel pond is an ancient peat bog that was exploited hundreds of years ago. This protected site is registered in the national inventory of batrachians reproduction sites.
Walking tour – 30 minutes A wood shaving covered path leads along the pond. Starting point : parking Rathvel
Along the path... 4 educational illustrated boards will give you a lot of interesting information on this specific natural site 1 giant "snakes and ladders" game on the theme of the tadpole’s development 1 picnic table
Mini-zoo. The animals of the alpine restaurant "Cabane du Petit Oiseau" await you! Goats, rabbits, pigs, lamas, and other animals are there for everybody's pleasure. The Tiny train of Rathvel as well as the playground welcome you for family fun! The "Cabane du Petit Oiseau" offers various local specialties.
The Rathvel pond is an ancient peat bog that was exploited hundreds of years ago. This protected site is registered in the national inventory of batrachians reproduction sites.
Walking tour – 30 minutes A wood shaving covered path leads along the pond. Starting point : parking Rathvel
Along the path... 4 educational illustrated boards will give you a lot of interesting information on this specific natural site 1 giant "snakes and ladders" game on the theme of the tadpole’s development 1 picnic table
Mini-zoo. The animals of the alpine restaurant "Cabane du Petit Oiseau" await you! Goats, rabbits, pigs, lamas, and other animals are there for everybody's pleasure. The Tiny train of Rathvel as well as the playground welcome you for family fun! The "Cabane du Petit Oiseau" offers various local specialties.
