Accueil Discover Focus on leisure parks 8 unmissable leisure parks in the Loire Valley
Make your holidays all about fun! Labyrinths, amusement parks and leisure areas: the Loire Valley has some extraordinary experiences in store for you! These fun and exciting worlds open their doors to you for an incredible day out with your family or friends. Here is a selection of the parks you just can’t miss.
AN UNFORGETTABLE DAY IN ONE OF THE LOIRE VALLEY LEISURE PARKS
A leisure park is the perfect place to relax and have fun! There is something for all ages and tastes in the Loire Valley. Labyrinths, riddles, children’s playgrounds, an aquarium and a nature park are just some of the ways you can have fun with family and friends. Guaranteed laughs and a change of scenery!
DISCOVER THE ARCHITECTURE OF THE LOIRE VALLEY AT THE MINI-CHÂTEAUX PARK
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In the heart of a 2-hectare park, you will discover 41 Loire châteaux on a scale of 1:25. The Mini-Châteaux Park offers a unique opportunity to discover all the châteaux (including Cheverny, Blois, Loches and Villandry) in a single day! Children can have fun on the mini-Bugatti circuit or riding miniature horses. Be sure to check out the programme to prepare your visit.
LOSE YOURSELF IN THE LABYRINTHE DE BEAUGENCY
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Thrill-seekers can opt for a visit after dark. Actors and surprises bring a haunted version of the labyrinth to life! Come and enjoy a taste of adventure in one of the most surprising theme parks in the Loire Valley.
TRY OUT THE FULL RANGE OF ACTIVITIES AT LULU PARC
Just a few kilometres from Tours, the Lulu Parc leisure park is packed with activities for the whole family. Mini golf, pony rides, waterslides, trampolines, inflatable equipment, go-karting, a miniature train… all the makings of a children’s paradise! There are plenty of games for the little ones, keeping them safely occupied. And parents won’t be left out either; the shady, woodland setting makes for a particularly pleasant family day out. It’s time for adventure!
SPEND A DAY TOGETHER AT FAMILY PARK
Welcome to a giant funfair! Family Park stretches over 6 lush hectares, in Sorigny, to the south of Tours. There are rides, of course, but also around forty activities and attractions of all kinds: a Ferris wheel, a water park, inflatable equipment and even a pool where you can sit in a motorised buoy and have fun bumping into your opponents! During the summer season, the park also puts on a fantastic show, with several performances a day. Plenty to keep the whole family entertained!
PUT YOUR BRAIN TO THE TEST AT THE CHÂTEAU DES ÉNIGMES
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This place lives up to its name! About thirty minutes from Blois, the Château des Énigmes is packed with activities for the whole family (from age 4). There are 28 puzzles throughout the route: adventures and challenges set against the stunning backdrop of the Château de Rocheux and its expansive grounds. A château like no other, where curious youngsters and budding investigators will have great fun unravelling the mysteries of the puzzle!
AWAKEN YOUR INNER CHILD AT LEO PARC AVENTURE
Climb to new heights on the banks of the Loire at Léo Parc Aventure! Located on Île Charlemagne, just 5 minutes from Orléans, this leisure park offers a range of outdoor activities, starting with a superb high ropes course! Other surprises await you for a thrilling family day out, including zip-lining, rock climbing, laser tag (from age 8), a giant net and paintball (from age 12). There’s also a water park with trampolines and slides for the kids to enjoy! A memorable and particularly refreshing outing in the middle of summer!
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PLUNGE INTO THE DEPTHS OF THE OCEANS AT THE AQUARIUM OF TOURAINE
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Embark on an underwater discovery of the fish that live in freshwater and in the oceans, with the larger-than-life tanks at the Aquarium of Touraine. The species here are rare, and can be observed up close, particularly in the big tunnel, where you can immerse yourself in an incredible world of thousands of colours! Children can play at the touch pool, where the koi (colourful carp that are used to being played with) come and caress their little hands. Laughter guaranteed!
EXPLORE YOUR FIVE SENSES ON THE BAREFOOT TRAIL
Have you ever tried walking barefoot in nature? Now is your chance! This “Nature and Freedom” trail offers you an immersive experience, ideal for connecting with your senses and recharging your batteries. The more courageous can test their balance on special courses, while those more in touch with Mother Nature will be delighted to give the trees a hug. Original activities that will take you off the beaten track!
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