Villars-sur-Ollon, Swiss Alps

Summer & Winter Camps in the Swiss Alps

Premium residential and day camp experiences in Villars-sur-Ollon, Switzerland, combining outdoor adventure, languages, skiing, leadership and international friendships for children and teenagers.

Location

Villars in the Swiss Alps

A safe mountain resort setting at approximately 1,300 metres, ideal for outdoor learning and seasonal activities.

Ages

Children and teenagers

Summer welcomes ages 6–16, while winter programmes are designed for children aged 5–14.

Options

Boarding and day camp

Flexible camp formats for local families and international students travelling to Switzerland.

La Garenne Camps

A Swiss boarding school camp experience, not just a holiday.

This landing page introduces both seasons without repeating the full summer and winter pages. Families can compare the programmes here, then continue to the dedicated pages for dates, fees and application details.

  • International community with students from many countries.
  • Structured routines, supervision and pastoral care on campus.
  • Language learning, sport, creative activities and mountain experiences.
  • Easy access to the Villars-Gryon-Diablerets Alpine region.
  • Direct links to official La Garenne summer and winter camp pages.
Choose your season

Two Alpine camp experiences in one destination.

Summer focuses on languages, activities, excursions and outdoor adventure. Winter combines skiing, school life and academic or language options.

Summer Camps

Summer in Villars

For families looking for an international summer camp in Switzerland with English or French learning, outdoor activities, creative workshops and excursions.

Ages6–16
SettingSwiss Alps
  • Morning English or French language learning.
  • Activities adapted for ages 6–9, 10–12 and 13–16.
  • Examples include mountain walks, lake activities, rope park, rafting, art, sport and excursions.
  • Boarding and day camp options available.
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Winter Camps

Winter in Villars

For children who want to ski, improve language skills or discover life in an international boarding school in the Alps.

Ages5–14
FocusSki & Learn
  • Ski-focused programmes for different levels and ages.
  • Language options with English or French learning.
  • Discovery of La Garenne school life in a caring environment.
  • Boarding and day student possibilities depending on programme.
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For parents

Why families search for camps in Villars.

01

Safe Alpine setting

Villars-sur-Ollon offers fresh air, mountain scenery and a calm environment for young learners.

02

International friendships

Campers meet children from around the world and build confidence through shared experiences.

03

Learning by doing

Language classes and activities are connected to real camp life, not only classroom learning.

04

All-season activities

From lake adventures in summer to skiing in winter, the Alps become the classroom.

Ready to compare the programmes?

Use the official La Garenne pages for the full dates, prices, conditions and registration forms.