Puy du Fou historical theme park

You'll be astounded by the spectacle of Puy du Fou's many live shows. Drama, romance, action - it's like watching a blockbuster movie unfold right in front of you! Ancient Romans, Viking raiders, King Arthur and his knights, Frankish kings, swashbuckling musketeers, WW1 soldiers - they're all here at Puy du Fou's incredible live shows!

Feel the excitement of Roman chariot races, medieval jousts and action-packed battles. Walk into history yourself at the immersive shows where you will wander through the corridors of a Renaissance château or take to the high seas aboard a ship of 18th century explorers.

This year's new show, 'The Mime and the Star' will transport you effortlessly to the time of silent cinema. With so many shows to choose from, there is something for everyone in the family to enjoy.

La Cinéscénie

La Cinéscénie, the biggest night show in the world, is set on a 23-hectare stage and in front of the Puy du Fou castle. 2,500 actors and dancers retrace 7 centuries of history in a romance that mixes real facts and French legends.

Take your seat in the immense 13,000-seat panoramic grandstand and enjoy this one-and-a-half-hour show, which is performed 28 evenings a year and requires a special admission ticket.

Les Noces de Feu

Every evening, on the old lake of the Puy du Fou, the Violinist and the Pianist celebrate their eternal love in the most romantic of weddings. This fairy tale of water and fire, voted ‘Best Show of the Year 2020’, is included in the price of the Puy du Fou ticket.

Be prepared for electroluminescent costumes, outstanding stuntmen and gigantic scenery emerging from the depths of the old lake in this 30-minute show.

Explore four enchanting villages set in different periods of history.

Enter the fortifications of Font-Rognou, their realism pinned down to the smallest detail. The ramparts and the portcullis, the Romanesque chapel and the historical shops will transport you to the time of the knights, between the 11th and 15th centuries.

Serving as the setting of the Puy du Fou ‘Vikings’ show, discover a real thatched hamlet of the first millennium, St Philbert le Vieil. Wander between the different huts and discover the daily life of the villagers of the time.

Amble as you please along the narrow streets of the 18 th century village Chasseloup and explore the vegetable garden, the wash-house and the authentic barn.

The lively village square of Le Bourg Berard is surrounded by the wonderfully authentic recreations of an indoor market and bistro, set in the early 20 th century.

Emmerse yourself in nature in Puy du Fou’s gardens and woodland.

The Monde Imaginaire de La Fontaine is an incredible, poetry-themed tree-lined garden, and at the centre of a century-old forest, Vallée Fleurie is a haven of oak trees, ferns, aquatic plants and waterfalls.

Find your way through the lakeside maze, Le Labyrinthe des Animaux, and delight in the La Roseraie de Ronsard rose garden, which hosts 5000 plants. For younger visitors, there is an extensive children’s play area with a child-size castle.

Puy du Fou is an historical theme park with live action shows including Viking raids, Roman chariot racing and Musketeer duels.

Puy du Fou is open on selected dates from April to November.

Puy du Fou theme park is located on the outskirts of the town of Les Epesses, Pays de le Loire region, France and can be reached via the A87 motorway (exit no. 28).

Address: Puy du Fou - CS 70025 - 85590 Les Epesses, France

The nearest city to Puy du Fou is Nantes, in the Pays de la Loire region of France. Nantes is 81km from Puy du Fou, approximately one hour’s drive away.

Call our Travel Experts to book advance entry tickets.

Parking at Puy du Fou is free of charge.