Outdoor team building activities offer a unique opportunity to strengthen team cohesion while enjoying the great outdoors. Whether you’re in Paris, Lyon or elsewhere in France, there are plenty of options to get your teams moving again. Here’s our selection of the best outdoor activities for your next team building event.
Our selection of 15 outdoor team-building activities
Organizing an outdoor team-building activity is a great way to strengthen bonds between colleagues. Here’s a selection of 15 exciting activities to bond your teams:
1. Gourmet stroll
Explore cities like Paris or Lyon through culinary challenges and riddles. This activity not only allows you to discover emblematic places, but also to share convivial moments around gastronomy.
2. City treasure hunt
Complete a series of enigmas in historic districts such as Île Saint-Louis in Paris or Vieux-Lyon. This game stimulates team spirit and the discovery of unusual sites.
3. Water activities
Opt for an ecological treasure hunt by boat, or catamaran building. Other interesting options: activities in Levallois and the Canal de l’Ourcq.
4. Street art
Take part in a graffiti initiation to express your creativity as a team. Paris, Lyon and Bordeaux offer sessions led by renowned artists.
5. « Squid game challenge
Get inspired by the famous series with games like « 1, 2, 3 Soleil » and tug-of-war. Create exciting team-building challenges.
6. Olympics
Revisit team games inspired by the Olympics, with fun sports activities for all levels. Available throughout France, this activity will energize your teams.
7. Quidditch
Fans of Harry Potter? Try this sport in Paris, Grenoble and other cities. A fun activity that’s out of the ordinary!
| Activity | Location | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Gourmet stroll | Paris, Lyon, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence | Team spirit and culinary challenges |
| City treasure hunt | Île Saint-Louis, Vieux-Lyon, Nantes | Discovery and collaboration |
| Water activities | Levallois, Canal de l’Ourcq | Cooperation and ecology |
Outdoor activities: our customers’ feedback
Our customers, human resources managers like Sophie Dupont, have shared their positive experiences with outdoor team building activities. Here’s some inspiring feedback.
1. A treasure hunt in green surroundings
Treasure hunts, like those organized in the forests near Paris, offer a natural interlude that stimulates reflection and mutual support. Several companies have noted a marked improvement in interpersonal relations after the activity.
2. A sports tournament in the temple of soccer
Organizing sports tournaments at the Clairefontaine National Football Center combines healthy competition with group cohesion. Teams return more united and ready to take on new challenges.
3. A mixology workshop on the banks of the Seine
La Barge Liberty in Paris offers cocktail-making workshops. This activity combines fun and learning, encouraging communication and creativity among your staff.
4. A cultural quiz on the water
Take part in a cruise on the Seine with an interactive quiz. This fun and educational activity is ideal for stimulating the competitive spirit.
5. An escape game in the gardens of private mansions
Discover captivating investigation scenarios in prestigious locations such as the Maison de la Recherche or the Hôtel de Poulpry. An elegant and intriguing way to build team spirit.
6. A vertiginous culinary workshop 50 meters above the ground
In Paris, take part in culinary workshops on the rooftop of the Laho Business Center. A unique culinary experience that combines challenge and gastronomic pleasure.
For more ideas, see our page on the Top 20 outdoor workshop ideas for successful team building.
Iconic locations in Paris for your outdoor team building event
Paris abounds in ideal locations for outdoor team-building activities. Here are a few suggestions that have already won over many companies:
Le champ de mars
Located near the Eiffel Tower, this space is perfect for musical and creative activities such as African Beats sessions or Les Tambronx du Bourg.
Jardin des tuileries
For moments of relaxation, why not opt for Qi-Gong or Yoga sessions? This garden is the perfect setting to soothe and revitalize your teams.
The Marais district
Organize an Interactive Rally in this historic district to discover its secret corners. This activity combines cultural discovery and thrills.
During the summer months, get your employees involved in an outdoor activity before the September rush!
Summer is the ideal time to organize outdoor activities before the September rush. What’s more, a wide range of options are available, including :
- Survival courses and bootcamps: boost your staff’s stamina with activities in the great outdoors.
- Funfair and fair: friendly games such as chamboule-tout and balloon shooting.
- Orienteering: perfect for exploring flora and fauna while searching for beacons.
Sophie Dupont shares her positive experience of the survival courses: « These activities have strengthened our team’s stamina and determination. They come back more ready to face the challenges of everyday life ».
For further inspiration, take a look at our suggestions for the best aerial activities.
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By incorporating these activities into your team building program, you can offer your teams a memorable and rewarding experience. Don’t hesitate to explore these options to build a strong, dynamic team spirit. For further suggestions, please consult our outdoor activities catalog.
