Fun and adventures as a family: the best activities in the Loire Valley 

Dive into a whole world of adventure and discovery with a wide range of activities. Wander around a giant maze for a challenge in the great outdoors, enjoy the hair-raising rides at the theme parks and have a ball at the water parks with staggering water slides. The Loire Valley is also a destination where you can expect magic at every turn. Explore the châteaux that are worthy of a fairy tale, go and see magical shows and wonder at the interactive entertainment that is sure to keep the whole family captivated. Each day will be filled with laughter and excitement, stir up all sorts of emotions and leave lasting memories! 

Mini-Châteaux Park 

At the Mini-Châteaux Park in Amboise, you’ll find forty or so scale models of the most beautiful châteaux complete with their gardens! A mini-horse track takes visitors around the various attractions and activities!

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Beaugency Maze

In July & August, come and experience this unmissable summer attraction in the middle of a 4-hectare corn field in Beaugency, between Orléans and Blois. There are riddles to solve as you make your way through the maze, some characters will help you along the way, and there are also haunted evening events. Will you be able to find your way out of this plant maze? 

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Lulu Parc 

In Rochecorbon, near Tours, Lulu Parc is an unmissable place for leisure activities and relaxing. A fun location featuring bouncy castles, water games, pedal go-karts, a car track, a play area for toddlers, crazy golf, pony rides and a traditional guinguette serving food and drink. The day will never be long enough to be able to do everything! 

Léo adventure park 

Léo adventure park is just a few minutes from the centre of Orléans, in a natural environment on Charlemagne Island. There, you’ll find high ropes adventure courses, paintball (from the age of 12), and outdoor laser tag (from the age of 8). To cool off in the hot summer afternoons, there’s a water park with trampolines and water slides! 

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Touraine Aquarium 

Come on a journey into the aquatic world at Touraine Aquarium, near Amboise, where you can admire all sorts of freshwater fish and fish that live in the world’s oceans. Go through the tunnel to admire the huge fish of the Loire Valley. In the tropical waters, you’ll see piranhas, caimans and much more. Children will enjoy touching the koi carp in the tactile pool. 

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Loisirs Loire Valley  

It’s easy to get to Loisirs Loire Valley between Orléans and Tours and only two hours from Paris. The Domaine de la Pépinière is an invitation for adventure, relaxation and wellness. As a family, try archery, the barefoot path and net trail through the trees. This is where every visit turns into an unforgettable adventure for the whole family. 

Maison de la Magie 

Opposite the château in Blois is the Maison de la Magie. This is a must-see as a family, where you’ll get the chance to unveil the mysteries of France’s most famous magician, Robert Houdin. Dragons coming out of the windows, optical illusions, a different show every year and no less than five levels to explore in this world of magic. This temple of the magical arts is an entertaining place for families to visit and there are so many surprises in store.

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Center Parcs  

At the very heart of Sologne, Center Parcs is a great place to come for a relaxing day out or a holiday to enjoy at your own pace. This is an exceptional place for a relaxing getaway, with a tropical pool complex, spa, indoor or outdoor sports and leisure activities for people of all ages set in 110 hectares of woodland. The whole family will love it! 

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Beauval Zoo

Ready for an unforgettable journey? At Beauval Zoo, you’ll get the chance to see 35,000 animals, some of which can only be seen here in France.  There’s so much to see in Beauval, including a tropical dome, cable car that takes visitors up over the park, impressive shows and of course the pandas! 😊 If a day isn’t long enough, you can even stay at one of the hotels at the zoo itself. What are you waiting for?

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