Discover 6 human-sized amusement parks for family fun without breaking the bank. (photo credit: Getty Images)
Are the prices at Disneyland Paris making you dizzy? Luckily, there are many lesser-known amusement parks that are worth a visit. Entrance tickets are much more affordable, and the queues are shorter. Discover 6 human-sized parks for family fun.
Botanical Earth
On the outskirts of Angers, Terra Botanica (partner The Corner *) is the first European park dedicated to the world of plants and biodiversity. With 500,000 plants from 5,000 species, this little oasis is the ideal refuge during periods of extreme heat. Young and old discover the secrets of plants in a fun way thanks to a myriad of attractions, shows and activities. Walnut shell ride, flight over the park aboard a large tethered balloon, 4D cinema, sensory journey among the trees: embark on an unforgettable botanical adventure.
Ticket from 19.50 euros per adult and 16.50 euros per child.
Route d'Épinard – 49000 Angers
www.terrabotanica.fr
The Parc des Combes
Parc des Combes is located in Le Creusot, in Burgundy. It covers 70 hectares and has around twenty attractions for family fun. Some rides are completely new. Take flight with Les Toucans, direct your wing to gain more or less speed, and enjoy a breathtaking view of the park. On board the Canad'R, thrill-seekers are propelled 40 meters into the air, at speeds reaching 100 km/h. The less daring opt for a ride aboard the “Le Tacot des Crouillotes” steam train. Access to the park is free, only attractions are subject to payment. Count between
20.50 euros and 25.50 euros
per ticket.
Rue des Pyrénées – 71200 Le Creusot
www.parcdescombes.com
The Sea of Sand
Located in the exceptional setting of the Ermenonville forest, near Chantilly and Senlis, the Mer de Sable (partner The Corner *) has around thirty attractions. From the Mississi'Ptits Valley to the Colorado Canyon via the New Mexico Desert, treat yourself to a trip to the American West just outside Paris, in the Oise. Thrill-seekers will try the Disco Loco and the Silver Mountain roller coaster, while waiting for the opening of the Wild Buffalo, a family roller coaster planned for 2025. Don't miss the shows featuring stuntmen and horses, including L'Attaque of the train and The 3 Nations Tournament. Adult ticket from
25 euros
.
National road 330 – 60950 Ermenonville
www.merdesable.fr
The Little Prince Park
Immerse yourself in the poetic world of the Little Prince by visiting the park dedicated to the hero of Saint-Exupéry in Alsace. A roller coaster called “Serpent”, a tribute to Aéropostale called “Atlantique Sud”, a ride on the back of a fox: discover the themes dear to the author and the characters of his iconic work. Young and old alike can enjoy around thirty attractions, shows and activities, from the mini-farm to the plant labyrinth and the “King's Ball”. They take you up close to the stars and enjoy an exceptional panorama of the Vosges, the Alsace plain and the Black Forest.
Adult ticket
20 euros
child ticket
16 euros
.
Rue de l'Espoir – 68190 Ungersheim
www.parcdupetitprince.com
The PAL
Located in the heart of Allier, in the center of France, the PAL combines amusement park and animal reserve on an area of 50 hectares. On the right side, 31 attractions for the whole family (Yukon Quad, Mine Train, Rivière du Grand Nord, Twist…). On the front side, more than 1,000 wild animals, including certain endangered species, living in vast spaces.
From
28 euros
per child and
33 euros
per adult.
Saint-Pourçain-sur-Besbre – 03290 Dompierre-sur-Besbre
www.lepal.com
Spirou Park
Comic book lovers meet in Provence, 10 minutes from Avignon. At Parc Spirou (partner The Corner *), Gaston Lagaffe, Boule et Bill, Marsupilami and the Smurfs open the doors to their world with 24 new attractions for young and old: roller coasters, rides, water games, digital simulators… Manga fans will soon be able to discover a 1.5 hectare extension dedicated to Naruto. This new area will offer complete immersion in the world of the famous ninja thanks to the faithful reconstruction of the village of Konoha, in collaboration with Japanese creators.
Tickets from
33 euros
per adult and
27 euros
per child.
1 rue Jean-Henri Fabre – 84170 Monteux
www.parc-spirou.com
The most popular amusement parks in France in 2023
The leading park in France but also in Europe, Disneyland Paris welcomed 10.4 million visitors. It is followed by its little brother, Walt Disney Studios (5.7 million). Parc Astérix takes third place on the podium (2.8 million), tied with Puy du Fou, partner of The Corner*.
*If you are a BoursoBank customer, you benefit from an advantage with these brands through The Corner. Access the discounts reserved for you: Terra Botanica, Parc Spirou, Mer de Sable, Puy du Fou.
If you are not (yet) a BoursoBank customer, discover The Corner good deals here.
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