The unmissable Puy du Fou
Duration: 1 day
On this day, we are delighted to guide you through this unique experience.
For one day, you’ll take a step back in time, a few years.
There’s no better place to spend time with the family.
This getaway will make your stay in the Vendée an unforgettable one!
Today, we’re off to the famous Puy du Fou park.
This unique theme park offers a unique immersive experience.
Return to the past with breathtaking shows, grandiose settings and an enchanting atmosphere.
Discover this award-winning park :
- World’s Best Park Trophy
- Trophy for Best European Creation
- Tourism Innovation Trophy
- Trophy for Best Show in Europe
- Trophy for Excellence in Tourism
- and recently, a new trophy has been added to the list: the Brass Ring Live Entertainment Excellence Awards.
With such a plethora of awards to choose from, it’s easy to get excited about discovering this tourist gem.
Departure for an unforgettable day
Before venturing off to the Puy du Fou, make sure you’re well prepared for the day. Here are our practical tips:
- Don’t forget to check the program the day before. It’s hard to do it all in one day. Every minute counts. The program is available on the park’s website. Plan your day accordingly. https://www.puydufou.com/france/fr
You can also use the mobile app to check show times. - Be sure to leave early to make the most of your day!
The park opens at 9 a.m., and we advise you to arrive in time for the opening.
You’ll have plenty of time to enjoy all the park has to offer. - Bring your own food: although the park offers many catering options, bringing your own food and snacks can save you time and money.
Ben & Nad can order a picnic formula for you (drink + sandwich + dessert).
Your picnic will be delivered to the gite before you leave, so all you have to do is slip it into your rucksack. (Please book 24 hours in advance) - Before you leave, remember to keep your strength up. You can book a breakfast served downstairs in the dining room or outside on the terrace. Choose the formula that suits you best.
After an excellent breakfast, it’s time to hit the road. Journey time from your gîte in Saint Aubin des Ormeaux: Approx. 20 minutes by car.
We advise you to book your tickets in advance.
Rates: €44 / day / adult or €55 / day / adult on site
31 € / day / children or 39 € / day / children on site
Shows not to be missed
It can be difficult to see everything in a single day, especially if you want to enjoy every show to the full and take time to soak up the park’s unique atmosphere.
We recommend the following:
- Le Signe du Triomphe: an epic show featuring gladiatorial combat in a grandiose arena.
- Vikings: witness a spectacular battle between Vikings and French knights on a man-made lake.
- Le Bal des Oiseaux Fantômes: A magical show where birds of prey fly overhead in a fairytale atmosphere.
- Le Mime et l’étoile: New for 2023. The story of a talented young mime who dreams of becoming a music-hall star in Paris.
- Richelieu’s Musketeers: witness spectacular sword fights, passionate duels and majestic court scenes.
- The mystery of La Pérouse: immersive show in the heart of a ship. You’ll be immersed in the mysterious and dangerous atmosphere of distant seas.
Don’t forget to take photos: Le Puy du Fou offers many picturesque settings and memorable moments, so don’t forget to immortalize your day with photos.
Picnic tables are available for lunch breaks.
Discover the park from this interactive map: https: //www.puydufou.com/france/fr/map.
We suggest you enjoy the park until it closes.
Back to the lodge
After enjoying this enriching day to the full, it’s time to return to the gîte. To keep the momentum of discovery going, we suggest a sensory experience for the evening (minimum 10 people).
This activity will feature a wine or beer tasting, accompanied by a selection of charcuterie and cheeses.
We’d rather not tell you any more than that, so that you can enjoy the surprise of discovering what promises to be a memorable event!
You can also simply enjoy our “TABLE D’HOTES” formula in the form of a plancha/grill or charcuterie board and/or cheese and/or crudités, on Saturday evenings only.
