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Ages9–16 yrs
FocusScience
SeasonJul – Aug
Duration1 week
TechLabs Alpine RC Aviation Camp runs this residential science camp in Trogen, Switzerland. The camp welcomes children aged 9–16, with sports, languages, and arts & crafts on the programme. Typically open July to August — new dates coming soon. Sessions last 1 week.
Residential science camp in Trogen, Switzerland
Alpine Adventure Aviation Camp in the Swiss Alps! Embark on an unforgettable journey with our Overnight Summer Camp nestled in the breathtaking Swiss Alps! This immersive experience is tailored for young aviation enthusiasts who dream of soaring through the skies. Our unique focus? Building and flying remote-controlled planes amidst the stunning alpine landscapes. Camp Highlights: Scenic Swiss Setting: The Pestalozzi children's village is located high above Lake Constance, surrounded by the rolling hills of the Appenzellerland, our camp provides a picturesque and inspiring environment for every budding aviator. RC Plane Crafting: Campers will learn the art of building their very own remote-controlled Flite Test planes from scratch! Our expert instructors will guide them through the process, instilling a sense of pride in their handcrafted creations. Flight Training: Take to the skies! Campers will receive hands-on flight training, honing their piloting skills as they navigate their RC planes through challenging yet exhilarating mountainous terrains. Adventure Activities: Beyond aviation, our camp offers a variety of thrilling outdoor activities such as hiking, nature exploration, and playing games, fostering camaraderie among the young aviators. In addition, students will participate in a digital radio program production course. Cultural Exchange: Immerse in Swiss culture with local excursions, traditional Swiss cuisine, and engaging activities that offer a holistic experience of the region. TechLabs has reserved 1/3 (20 per week) of our camp spaces for participants needing financial assistance. Families interested will need to demonstrate financial need (example: membership in Caritas, Familien Pass+, or other official documents), asylum or refugee status. We offer sibling discounts of 10% per sibling.
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Special focus
Science · Academic
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Reviews
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Mihai Negrea (Romania)
Attending this aeronautical camp was truly an unforgettable experience and I decided to come back! From the moment I arrived, the atmosphere buzzed with curiosity, creativity, and the pure joy of discovery. The instructors were not only experts in aviation but also incredibly warm, patient, and inspiring — they managed to make even complex concepts about flight feel fun and accessible for everyone. Beyond aeronautics, the camp gave me the chance to reconnect with nature and teamwork. Campfires, stargazing, and outdoor challenges brought everyone together and helped me build friendships. This camp doesn’t just teach us to build planes — it teaches us how to dream big, think independently, and believe in what’s possible. I can’t recommend it enough for any young person with a love for adventure, curiosity about how things fly, or simply a desire to learn in the most exciting way imaginable!
Apr 2026
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Testimonial
The camp was amazing, and TechLabs was great with Peter and his friends. It is such a nice memory for all of us, and we are happy that we chose Techlabs for Peter's camp
Jan 2024
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Calin
A great place to enter the world of design and model planes as well as to meet new people and have fun. Never used the alarm clock as the cows’ bells were there for us each morning, reminding us that we are in Switzerland. The team is absolutely fabulous, experienced, helpful and each of us felt helped and taken care of. To my mum's happiness I also learned that doing the dishes, cleaning and preparing food is not so horrible! All in all an amazing experience that I am planning to repeat!.
Jan 2025
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Andreea
As a parent, I couldn’t be happier with this aviation camp. It offered the perfect balance between learning, teamwork, and independence. My child came home with a newfound confidence — not just from building and flying planes, but from connecting with others who shared the same spark of curiosity. The instructors encouraged every camper to think for themselves while still working as part of a team which was wonderful to see. He came home more self-aware, inspired, and full of stories about the friends he made and the skies they conquered together.
Apr 2026
Safety & Supervision
First-aid trained staff
Provided by our partner Pestalozzi Kinderdorf, with on-site health facility and trained first-aid and social workers. The city of St. Gallen is a 10 minute auto ride, and provides state-of-the-art full-scale health facilities should they be necessary. Accredited social workers are on-site provided by camp host.
Screen time policy
Personal devices are collected after evening chill time and returned to participants after breakfast. Personal devices are to be used exclusively for content associated with the flight camp program, gathering personal media files of flight camp experiences or to communicate with parents. The use of personal devices for any other purpose will not be tolerated.
Accommodation & campus
Where your child sleeps
Per bedroom
4 campers
Bedrooms
Shared bedrooms
Bathrooms
Bathrooms shared between rooms
Traditional chalet style houses at the Pestalozzi Kinderdorf. Each house is divided into 5 rooms of four children, and each house has separate rooms for 3 adult counselors. Kids are separated into rooms by gender, age and preference (can accommodate friends and siblings based on availability).Professional and experienced catering provided by the Pestalozzi Kinderdorf at their full-time, year-round cafeteria house by a seasoned staff, capable of meeting dietary restrictions.
Campus facilities
Dining Room
Classrooms
Laundry
Computer room
Library
Volleyball Court
Games Room
Arts room
Gym
Music room
Theater
Science room
Location & getting there
Pestalozzi Children's Foundation, Kinderdorfstrasse 20, 9043 Trogen, Switzerland
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Getting your child there
Airport
1. St. Gallen Altenrhein Airport -OR- 2. Zürich International Airport
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By car
Pestalozzi Children's Foundation, Kinderdorfstrasse 20, 9043 Trogen, Switzerland
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Run by TechLabs Alpine RC Aviation Camp
Since 2016
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