Accueil Discover Family Moments Best animal parks in the Loire Valley for families
A unique adventure awaits in the Loire Valley, just two hours from London! You can expect some unforgettable discoveries at Beauval Zoo with its famous pandas, the Haute-Touche Reserve where animals roam about in semi-captivity, and Touraine Aquarium!
Come and meet the animals at Beauval Zoo!
Explore Beauval Zoo, the 4th most beautiful zoo in the world, as a family. This exceptional park is home to some 35,000 animals and an incredible journey awaits visitors.
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The giant pandas are undoubtedly the stars of the show, and people of all ages come to watch them in amazement! But there are also plenty of other animals to see. Walk around the lions’ enclosure, observe the elephants, see the animals from the African savannah, explore the tropical dome and the monkey houses and so much more. There are 22 areas to explore at Beauval, each with its fair share of surprises and wonder!
To reach the lions’ enclosure from the elephants’ plain, near the pandas, hop aboard the Beauval cable car. This cable car takes visitors 40 metres off the ground, is particularly suited to families with young children and offers a breathtaking view of the park from above. Use of the cable car is included in your ticket!
A visit to Beauval is also about the shows. Visitors can watch the playful sea lions splash about and perform acrobatics in the aquatic amphitheatre! And around 550 birds can be seen flying overhead in the incredible show ‘Les Maîtres des Airs’.
Keep your eyes peeled as you enter the animal kingdom at Beauval!
ZooParc de Beauval
ZooParc de Beauval
Fancy staying a while longer? Stay in one of Beauval’s hotels. They are decorated in various themes from around the world and are only a few minutes away from the zoo!
Explore the Haute-Touche Reserve
The Haute-Touche Reserve welcomes visitors to a vast wooded park with wide-open plains, covering 436 hectares altogether. To explore this huge park where 1,500 animals from the five continents roam about in semi-captivity, you can get around on foot, by bike, by car or even with a little electric car, depending on the zone!
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Children will discover local animals such as deer and wild boar, as well as some rare species such as the red panda, Sumatran tigers, kangaroos, emperor tamarin monkey and many more. Binoculars are available on loan to visitors of all ages, to watch the animals from the various observation points dotted around the park. The Haute-Touche Reserve is the perfect place to teach children all about the importance of protecting biodiversity, while having fun at the same time.
To make the most of your day, the Haute-Touche Reserve provides several picnic areas where you can either stop to eat or just take the time to relax and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the park. This is the perfect opportunity to disconnect from the daily routine and make new memories together in the great outdoors. An unmissable day out for the whole family!
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Dive into the world’s oceans at Touraine Aquarium
Dive into the fascinating world of Touraine Aquarium, where visitors of all ages can come and explore the wonders of the depths. You won’t need snorkelling gear here, all you have to do is keep your eyes peeled and admire the hundreds of species in the enormous aquariums. There are surprises in store in each area of the aquarium where you’ll see tropical fish with dazzling colours and local species found in the region’s rivers.
Grand Aquarium de Touraine
If you’re feeling daring, you’ll enjoy walking through the 15-metre-long tunnel where blacktip reef sharks and silvertip sharks swim over your heads in the midst of colourful surgeonfish, butterflyfish, triggerfish and damselfish. Don’t miss the terrifying caiman and piranhas. Coming face-to-face with these creatures is an impressive experience that is sure to delight anyone looking for some excitement! Touraine Aquarium is also an educational venue, a place where visitors of all ages can learn about aquatic ecosystems and the importance of protecting natural habitats.
At Touraine Aquarium, families can expect a fun and enthralling day out!
An unforgettable experience at La Tanière – Zoo Refuge
Welcome to an extraordinary place! La Tanière is more than just a zoo, it’s a refuge, a sanctuary where each visit makes an invaluable contribution towards the park’s incredible mission to give rescued animals a new life. Each animal has a story to tell and is given a second chance in life. As a family, come and meet Tara and Zion, the majestic lynxes, Oliver the leopard with a piercing look and Rajendra the elephant.
A unique experience awaits in this 14-hectare park where you can watch the elephants being given a bath, observe the monkeys as they spend hours pampering each other, and have fun watching the playful sea lions jumping in and out of the water! Then stop by the petting zoo to meet the donkeys, goats, rabbits and other furry and feathered friends.
Art Visual Studio – La Tanière
Art Visual Studio – LaTanière
Art Visual Studio – La Tanière
Everything here has been designed with families in mind: free parking, pushchairs on loan, picnic areas, changing tables and refreshments available to buy on-site.
You can expect a day filled with emotions, laughter and fantastic discoveries. Are you ready to embark on an adventure?
Hiking with a donkey
If you’re looking for something a bit different, how about going hiking with a donkey? This soft, patient and endearing animal will very quickly become your trusted companion on a leisurely walk through the great outdoors, suitable for all ages.
Guided by your new long-eared friend, you’ll be walking along footpaths, through forests, charming little villages and across valleys. The children will love walking alongside the donkeys and the little ones can even have a ride on their backs (under your watchful eye of course!). This is a fun and enthralling experience that is sure to arouse their curiosity and love for animals.
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There are several companies in the Loire Valley offering family friendly walks, ranging from an easy one-hour stroll to hikes over several days and atypical overnight stays. A great experience to be shared, a chance to slow down the pace and enjoy the moment. People of all ages are invited to go at the donkey’s leisurely pace and experience the pleasure of walking without rushing, taking the time to admire the surroundings.
So, are you ready for an adventure in the great outdoors to make fantastic new memories as a family?
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