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Key points
- Choose the activity according to the objective of the offsite, not the latest trend.
- Favour inclusive and cooperative activities.
- In Provence, local produce (food, wine, markets) and the landscapes offer simple, popular activities.
For team cohesion
- Provençal cooking workshop: prepare the meal together, then share it.
- Trail game or treasure hunt in a village or on an estate.
- Pétanque tournament: simple, accessible, convivial.
- Team challenge: building tasks, puzzles, escape game.
For creativity
- Collective intelligence workshop with a facilitator.
- Art workshop: painting, photography, writing, inspired by the light of Provence.
- Half-day hackathon on a real company issue.
For relaxation and reward
- Spa, pool, supervised free time.
- Tasting and cellar visit at a wine estate.
- Boat trip along the coast, departing from Marseille or Cassis.
- Evening under the stars, music, dinner outdoors.
For discovery
- Guided hike around Sainte-Victoire, in the Luberon or the Alpilles.
- Visit to a hilltop village or a Provençal market.
- Discovering the Camargue: manade (bull and horse ranch), lagoons, birdwatching.
Organising the activity well
- Check accessibility: fitness levels, reduced mobility, summer heat.
- Have a plan B in case of rain or mistral wind.
- Get the timing right: in summer, outdoor activities take place early in the morning or late in the day.
- Ask the venue what it can organise on site: many offer their own activities.
Tick “On-site activities or team building” in your request: venues will suggest their options.
Frequently asked questions
How many activities should an offsite include?
One main activity per day is generally enough, plus a social moment in the evening on a residential event. Too many activities cut into the time for work and discussion.
How do you choose an activity?
Start from the objective (team cohesion, creativity, relaxation, reward), the profile of the group and the season. Choose an activity everyone can take part in.
