SUMMER SCHOOL
From 13 July to 28 August, “School” goes into summer mode and opens its doors to families!
With Summer School, the Municipality of Argelès-sur-Mer invites children and parents to enjoy fun activities together while discovering biodiversity and sustainable development.
Enjoy exploring!
Free activities – Limited places
Booking required with Aurélie on +33 (0)6 49 62 92 15 (Monday to Friday).
ACTIVITIES
Sea Turtle Hospital
8:00 am – 10:00 am
Tamariguer Beach (Lifeguard Station No. 2)
Ages 7 and over
Ready for a scientific adventure into the fascinating world of sea turtles?
The Nostramar association has designed interactive workshops inspired by the work of veterinarians in a marine reserve. Discover sea turtle species, their way of life, migration routes and the threats they face.
13, 16, 22 & 27 July / 6, 12, 19 & 26 August
Sketch Nature
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Valmy Municipal Park
Ages 7 and over
Naturalist artist Anne Zamo reveals the secrets of nature observation and scientific illustration. Drawing flowers and animals while respecting their unique characteristics becomes child’s play.
13, 20 & 27 July / 3 & 10 August
My Tree
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Valmy Municipal Park
Ages 6 and over
Lola invites families to take part in a tree identification game using their senses and memory. You’ll also have fun creating your own family game or artwork: cards, Mikado sticks, creative herbariums, stamps and more.
15 & 21 July / 6 August
Water and Us
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
South Beach Hut (opposite the Port car park)
Ages 8 and over
The LabelBleu association offers interactive activities to help children and families understand the importance of water. Discover its many everyday uses while learning simple ways to conserve this precious resource.
16 & 28 July / 6 & 20 August
Little Nature Explorers
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Valmy Municipal Park
For children aged 3–5
Lola takes young children on a sensory adventure filled with stories, nature-inspired crafts (Land Art and handicrafts), and imaginary forest characters and creatures.
16 & 22 July / 7 August
Zero Food Waste!
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Valmy Municipal Park
Ages 8 and over
The Le Maillon Solidaire association invites you to explore food waste through fun, hands-on activities. The programme includes zero-waste recipes and interactive workshops about local food systems and sustainable eating.
The life cycle of the tomato: 17 July / 19 August
Discovering taste and flavours: 24 & 29 July
Make Your Own Household & Beauty Products!
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
South Beach Hut (opposite the Port car park)
Ages 8 and over
Join the LabelBleu association and learn how to make everyday household and cosmetic products for the whole family using natural ingredients and local plants.
21 & 30 July / 13 & 25 August
From Sea to Plate
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
South Beach Hut (opposite the Port car park)
Ages 7 and over
Meet the fishermen of Port-Argelès with the LabelBleu association and enjoy fun activities to discover the benefits of eating locally as well as the fish species found in the Mediterranean Sea.
23 July / 4, 18 & 27 August
Seaside Botanical Walk
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Impasse Copernic – Karting car park
Ages 8 and over
Scientific educators Nicolas and Guillaume invite you on a botanical treasure hunt through the wild plants of the Mas Larrieu National Nature Reserve. Learn how to identify them and understand why protecting them is so important.
29 July
Birdwatching
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Valmy Municipal Park
Ages 5 and over
Join Nicolas to discover the bird species that nest in Valmy every year. Will you be able to identify them?
31 July / 12 August
Make Your Own Soap!
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Town Centre (exact location provided upon booking)
Ages 8 and over
The Tambouilles et Vadrouilles association will teach you how to make your own soap using natural ingredients and locally sourced plants.
5, 14, 17, 24 & 26 August
Insect Hunt
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Valmy Municipal Park
Ages 5 and over
Scientific educator Nicolas takes you on a walk to discover the favourite hiding places of the insects living in Valmy Park. Learn why every species—even the tiniest ones—deserves protection, how to handle them with care, and above all, how to observe them without disturbing their natural habitat.
11, 21 & 28 August
