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Family holiday in summer: the best activities in Villars, Les Diablerets and Bex with Bestjobers
Published on 07.09.2026
We were delighted to welcome Elisa, Max and Lily, aka Bestjobers, to Villars, Les Diablerets, Gryon and Bex for a summer getaway focused on family discovery. Ten years after their first trip to the region, they returned with Lily, their 3-year-old daughter, to share with her the landscapes and experiences that had captivated them during their previous stays.
From Les Diablerets to the Solalex cirque, via Villars, Gryon and Bex, their journey allowed them to rediscover everything that makes the Alpes Vaudoises so special in summer: breathtaking panoramas, family-friendly hikes, charming places to stay and eat, and generous local cuisine. Along the way, they enjoyed discovering the region and sharing special moments together, while experiencing a living mountain landscape where the sound of cowbells still echoes across the alpine pastures.
Through their travel story, Bestjobers invite you to discover their favourite places and recommendations for making the most of a family holiday in the Alpes Vaudoises.
With the family by Lake Retaud in Les Diablerets © Bestjobers / Max Coquard
Meet Betsjobers!
Elisa and Max are the creators of the travel blog Bestjobers, born from an extraordinary adventure: in 2013, Elisa won the famous Best Job in the World competition and set off for a dream experience in Australia, accompanied by Max, a photographer. Since then, they have turned their passion for travel, photography and content creation into their profession. Their daughter Lily has been joining them on their adventures since 2023. Through their blog and social media channels, they share their discoveries, experiences and favourite places in France and around the world.
Visit to the sheepfold at the L’Etable restaurant in Gryon © Bestjobers / Max Coquard
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- Explore Les Diablerets by e-bike with a trailer for Lily and enjoy the Retaud Lake, its peaceful setting and waters reflecting the surrounding peaks, including Glacier 3000.
- Eat at L’Étable in Gryon, a family-friendly favourite offering local produce and an educational farm that Lily particularly enjoyed.
- Hike to the Anzeindaz alpine pasture from Solalex and immerse yourself in the mountain scenery, surrounded by herds, marmots and wide-open spaces.
- Take the cogwheel train to Bretaye and continue to Chavonnes Lake and its restaurant.
- Try the BalancAIR in Villars and enjoy a unique experience at an altitude of over 2,000 metres.
- Discover Saype’s two ephemeral artworks from the Villars Golf Course and the Grand Chamossaire chairlift.
- Enjoy the Villars Fun Park, an outdoor playground particularly suited to families and ideal for taking a break between activities.
- Explore the Bex Salt Mines through an immersive and entertaining experience to enjoy with the whole family.
