October 31st is approaching and you want to go out with family or friends to celebrate Halloween in Isère, Savoie and Haute Savoie? France 3 Alpes has selected several ideas for terrifying outings suitable for all tastes.
Shortly before All Saints’ Day, the Halloween weekend is often conducive to more or less scary outings and discoveries. If you are not inspired, we have chosen different activities in the departments of Isère, Savoy and Haute-Savoie, which will appeal to both children and parents.
- Thrills at the Domaine des Fauves
From 22 October to 5 November, the Filitieu feline park celebrates Halloween with decorations specially set up for the occasion. The bravest will be able to compete with three scary games, such as the witch’s riddles or the treasure hunt. Be careful not to come face to face with a hungry lion …
- Get lost in the vats of Sassenage
Ghosts and witches are already wandering around the Sassenage vats, ready to surprise visitors. With sounds and lights and Halloween themed decorations, the cave awaits you for a “refreshing” visit. On Monday 31 October, night visits will be organized until 8.00 pm.
- Escape the monsters in the Bois des Vouillants
Get ready to run with the “blood runner” organized in Seyssinet-Pariset. Saturday 29 October, from 6 pm, a crazy race awaits you with an 11.5 km route accessible to all … but inhabited by monsters! Survivors will be able to share a burger and dance to DJ Storm to recover from their emotions. With a good deed up for grabs, for the benefit of blood donation. Registration and information by clicking on this link.
- Escape to the Fort de Tamié
History buffs, fortification enthusiasts and thrill-seekers go without delay to the heart of the ramparts of the Tamie Fortlocated near Albertville! Like last year, the Fort plunges into the magical and mysterious universe of Halloween, with total immersion thanks to numerous decorations. Note that on October 30, all children will be offered a terrifying trick.
- Discover the magic of the Rumilly wetlands
Will you be scared of crawling, furry or drooling animals? Or will you be enchanted by the magic of nature? As part of its education program for sustainable development, the Municipality of Rumilly invites you to celebrate Halloween on Monday 31 October with a walk in the wetlands at sunset. Costumes and disguises a must!
- Dance with Dracula at Menthon Castle
During the feasts of All Saints, the Menton Castle wears her Halloween costume. On October 29, you can even experience a strange night, in the company of Dracula. For one evening, ghosts will come to haunt the famous castle of Menthon. The guided tour, which starts at 6:30 pm, will end with a meal and dance from 10:00 pm to 2:00 am. Don’t forget to make a scary costume for your kids, the most beautiful costumes will be rewarded!
- Solve the mysteries of Samoens
During the first week of the All Saints holidays, the city of Samoëns organizes numerous Halloween themed activities. With for example an escape game in the streets of the village to thwart the plans of the evil witch Samoëtia. Stroll through fairy tales and legends, workshops, masquerades: there will surely be an event that will be made for you! The whole program is to be found on the Municipality website.
- Explore the dark side of Annecy
By the light of a lantern, visit the historic center of Annecy as night falls. Crimes of passion, macabre stories, secret passages, the tour guides will tell you all the sordid stories of the little Venice of the Alps. These macabre marches will take place on 28 and 31 October from 17:30 to 19:00. As well as on November 4th at the same times. Information from the Annecy tourist office.
