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Here are nine very different tips for fun and exciting experiences for grandparents to share with their grandchildren.

Spending time together in a woodland setting

The 500-metre walkway snakes its way from the forest floor to high up in the treetops. Children and grandparents alike can discover the flora and fauna at eye level.

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Spend time together surrounded by fish, reptiles and amphibians

Aquatis, the largest freshwater aquarium and vivarium in Europe, is home to around 10,000 fish as well as 100 reptiles and amphibians. Here, children and grandparents can cross five continents and explore their freshwater ecosystems, flora and fauna.

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Spend time together on a river cruise

Connbächli is a stream in Flims and also the official route for cruises of the little Connschiffli boats. Grandparents are invited to help their grandchildren make their own boat from bark, then follow it for an hour and a half as it sails through the forest. Afterwards, nearby Lake Cauma is perfect for a refreshing dip.

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Spend time together among the animals

Aboard the Siky Express, grandparents and grandchildren have a great view of the 50 animal species living in the Sikypark. Afterwards, help the children feed the miniature goats and ponies or watch them enjoy the playground and the Mini Lunapark.

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Spend time together in the 13th century

At Wildegg Castle, visitors are guided through the history of the castle by its former residents. After the tour, grandparents can recharge their batteries in the castle bistro or explore the garden with its 300 cultivated plants. In the meantime, the children can go wild in the castle barn.

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Spend time together along the Magic Waters

With a magic swing, water music island and a magic wave, grandchildren will have great fun with their grandparents exploring the Magic Waters in Grächen. Don’t forget to pick up a keepsake from the photo point at the end of the trail.

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Spend time together on a treasure hunt with Globi

Help! Globi’s 11 stories have been stolen. Young and old are invited to help hunt for the stories. Clues have been concealed in various treasure chests that lead to the stolen stories. Once all the stories have been found, Globi can finish his book “Globi’s travels to the heart of Switzerland”.

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All aboard for the Swiss National Park on the Express Parc Naziunel

Choo-choo” goes the little yellow Express Parc Naziunel train in the Swiss national park of Val Trupchun. The adventure into the park begins with a trip on this train. Then explore the area along one of the many hiking trails and with a little luck, spot some of the wild animals that call this area home.

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Spend time together playing games

In the Swiss Museum of Games in the city of La Tour-de-Peilz, young and old embark on an interactive journey through the world of traditional and modern games. Besides the games that every child knows, visitors can also look forward to some surprises, such as Pachis from India or Awele from Africa.

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