Spend an amazing summer at the ENSR international summer camp!
Organised for kids aged 9 to 18, the summer camp of the Ecole Nouvelle de la Suisse Romande offers quality language courses along with amazing summer activities in a safe and warm environment.
Don’t Miss the First Day of the Summer Camp!
A summer camp in the lakes and mountains
As every year for the past 60 years, the ENSR summer camp takes place over 4 weeks in July in Champéry, in the Swiss Alps.
Organised by the Lausanne-based international school Ecole Nouvelle de la Suisse Romande, the summer camp welcomes international students from 9 to 18 from all over the world.
The summer camp is a great opportunity for young international students to discover Switzerland, make new friends and enjoy an unforgettable experience!
A summer camp for all
Junior Camp
Campers
2025 Summer Camp Details
Camp Pricing
1 week
2 weeks
3 weeks
4 weeks
Camp Dates
from 15 to 18 years old
Europa Park weekend compulsory
Choose between two camp programmes
Language Studies, Sports and Leisure
Multisports and Leisure
Add a trip to Europa Park to your camp programme!
In addition to our summer camp, you can sign up for a 2 day weekend at Europa Park: Europe’s most famous amusement park in Germany!
Greatly improve French and English skills
Every morning, our teachers give French and English language classes to small groups (7 students maximum).
This means our teachers can offer an individualised programme to each student. We also offer preparation courses for DELF or Cambridge YLE exams, a great plus for our students who can then easily certify their level in French or English.
Sports and Leisure Programme
Language learning, daily sports, aquatic or adventure parks, cultural activities, games, outdoor experiences… A wide variety of activities ensure an amazing summer time during the camp. After the ENSR summer camp, our students return home full of enthusiasm about the wonderful time they have had!
Enjoy the Multisport Course
Looking for adventure and sports challenges rather than language courses? Great! Sign up for a multisports formula including a unique range of sports, suitable to all ages.
Embark on a thrilling adventure at our park, navigating through exciting obstacles and zip lines for an adrenaline-pumping experience in a safe and supervised environment.
Serve, smash, and volley your way through exciting badminton matches. Our coaches provide expert guidance to enhance skills and foster a love for this fast-paced sport.
Dribble, shoot, and score on the basketball court. Join our skilled coaches to develop your game, build teamwork, and experience the excitement of this dynamic sport.
Feel the sand beneath your feet as you spike and serve in beach volleyball. Our beachside courts offer the perfect setting to enjoy this energetic and social sport.
Reach new heights with our climbing activities. From beginner to advanced levels, our instructors ensure a safe and thrilling climbing experience for all campers.
Embark on scenic cross-country trails, combining fitness and nature exploration. Our trails cater to all levels, promoting outdoor adventure and a healthy lifestyle.
Saddle up for an unforgettable horse riding experience. Our equestrian program offers expert guidance, ensuring a safe and enjoyable journey through the picturesque surroundings.
Gear up for an exhilarating ride through diverse terrains. Our mountain biking program provides both beginner and advanced trails, promoting skill development and a love for cycling.
Dive into the refreshing waters of our swimming program. Campers refine strokes, build water confidence, and enjoy aquatic fun under the guidance of certified instructors.
Ace your game on the tennis court. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned player, our expert coaches provide personalized instruction to enhance skills and enjoyment.
Unleash your competitive spirit in the fast-paced world of unihockey. Join our skilled coaches for a blend of skill development, teamwork, and exciting gameplay.
A 100% exciting sports programme!
Make friends from all over the world
As every year for the past 60 years, the ENSR summer camp takes place over 4 weeks in July in Champéry, in the Swiss Alps.
Famous for its quality education, ENSR benefits from more than 60 years of experience in organising summer camps. With a large mix of nationalities, become part of the family, build lifelong friendships and create unforgettable memories!
Stay in delightful accommodation
The camp is located at Hôtel Suisse in Champéry, a beautiful village surrounded by mountains in Valais, in Switzerland. The hotel, built in the old style of a traditional Swiss house boasts the warm and friendly atmosphere typical of Swiss chalets.
Students stay in very nice 2-bed rooms, complete with a private bathroom. The bedrooms offer a quiet place to relax after the excitement of the activities of the day and the broad, open spaces in the common rooms enjoy breathtaking views.
Enjoy a safe environment with a friendly & qualified staff
Champéry is a small and peaceful village where everyone is welcomed as a local. The camp staff are experienced and highly qualified. That makes it the ideal place to enjoy all the activities in total safety!
Are you ready for your next summer?
Discover the activities that will make an unforgettable experience or sign up now for next summer!
About the campFAQs
Find answers to all your questions about the ENSR Summer Camp.
At this period of the year, the temperatures can vary from 10° to 30° Celsius, though they are generally between 15° and 25°C. In the mountains, there can be some showers or thunderstorms, as well as very sunny days.
Here is a non-exhaustive list of what your child can wear and bring at the ENSR Summer Camp.
- Walking shoes
- City shoes
- Sneakers for inside (to be used inside the sports centre only - no black soles)
- Windproof jacket (K-way)
- Sweater
- T-shirts
- Shorts
- Trousers
- Swimming suit and towel
- Sunscreen
- Cap
- Backpack (small or medium) and flask
- Tracksuit
- Toiletry kit
- Underwear
- Pyjamas
- Pencil case (pen, 2 pencils, 1 rubber, 1 ruler, 4 colour pens)
- Dictionary French-your mother tongue or dictionary English-your mother tongue, depending on the course you have chosen
- Tennis racket, balls, etc.
All bed linen (sheets, pillows, …) and towels are provided by the hotel during your stay.
Cleaning of personal clothes is included in the price for the students who stay more than two weeks.
If your child brings his/her lap-top and other electronic devices, they can be stored in a safe by the Director of the camp. Please note we decline any responsibility in case of theft, loss or damage.
Wi-Fi is available. Throughout the hotel the use of the Internet is limited and controlled depending on the age of the child.
- You can give pocket money to your child for his/her stay (about CHF 50.-/week). The Director will put it in a safe and it will be handed out to your child upon request. Please note that all pocket money should be in cash.
- If your child would like to take part in additional activities, please be so kind as to give him/her enough money, since these activities have to be paid on the spot.
- Furthermore, children going back home by plane should have about CHF 100.- with them in case of possible excess luggage weight fees.
Tennis: booking of a court: CHF 10.-/hour/pers.
- Lessons: CHF 80.-/hour for 1 person.
- CHF 90.-/hour for 2 persons.
- Please bring your own racket and balls.
Horse riding:
- lunge: CHF 35.-/half hour
- ride: CHF 38.-/hour (only for experienced pupils)
Paragliding: CHF 120.-/flight (only with parents’ written authorization)
- The above-mentioned activities can take place during free time, about 2 hours every two days.
- Please note that all these activities should be paid for in cash on site.
- The sports centre is only two-minutes’ walk from the Hotel Suisse!
- Follow the motorway Lausanne—Montreux—Aigle—St-Triphon.
- Exit St-Triphon, direction Champéry—Morgins.
- In Champéry, stay on the main road, which follows the railway line, until you arrive at the sports centre. Then turn right and go up the street. The Hotel Suisse is located about 200 meters above the sports centre (next to the main church).
- Get directions
You can fly to Geneva Airport. Note we also organise shuttle transport from the airport directly to the camp. All information is detailed on the pricing page.
