The Puy du Fou and its evening shows
When you arrive at Puy du Fou, forget the 21st century and embark on a great journey through time! Covering more than 50 hectares, you will discover a magnificent natural park home to nearly 20 spectacular day and night-time shows, day, and night.
In addition, there are 4 authentic period villages with various trades and craftsmen and more than 1,500 animals.
If you are looking to prolong the adventure, the Puy du Fou, has 6 themed period hotels to choose from. You can fully enjoy your journey through time by booking one of the Puy du Fou Hotel’s or alternative accommodation nearby.
Following the latest government announcements, the Health Pass is compulsory on the entire Puy du Fou site from the age of 13. Antigenic tests may be carried out in the park for people who have not been vaccinated (results in 15 minutes). Wearing a mask is strongly recommended from the age of 11 and is compulsory during certain stages of the visit.
In 2023, the Puy du Fou is open from 8th April to 5th November.
The Puy du Fou Cinescénie will be played on Saturdays 3rd and 10th June, then every Friday and Saturday from 16th June to 9th September 2023 (blue dates in the opening calendar).
The night show "Les Noces de Feu" is included in your ticket in the green period.
* Special offer in yellow period: 20% off all your Puy du Fou tickets (Offer valid for all bookings made more than 72 hours before your 1st day of visit, for a visit in yellow period. To get the special offer price, 1st day of visit must be a yellow period day.)
See the 2023 opening calendar
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Booking a stay with Vendée Tourisme is the guarantee of a personalised service, being assisted by dedicated experts who are there to ensure that everything goes smoothly. Enjoy a pleasant and hassle-free stay, thanks to the sanitary and hygiene measures imposed by our partners (accommodation, tourist sites, leisure activities, restaurants, etc.). More than ever, we are here and ready to help you plan your trip to the Vendée. In the event of a governmental decision that prevents you from getting to the destination, continuing with your stay or using the services offered by our partners, it will be possible to postpone your stay (at no cost) or change to a later date, (subject to availability at the time of any date changes).
Crossing the centuries, you will discover the great shows of the Puy du Fou
Relive the fury of the Romain circus games, marvel at the equestrian stunts and skills of the medieval knights, observe a moving cloak and dagger adventure, watch in awe, the unforgettable aerial ballet of majestic birds... each century has its own emotion! All daytime shows are included in your Puy du Fou ticket.
The other shows - amusing stories and funny adventures
Many other great shows are on offer in the Puy du Fou
Original creation 2021 of the Puy du Fou: the "Monde imaginaire de La Fontaine"
To celebrate his 400th birthday, Jean de La Fontaine invites himself to the Puy du Fou and embellishes his Imaginary World. The illustrious poet returns to his fantastic garden to tell his famous fables, surrounded by his famous bestiary. Enriched with new fables, the The "Monde imaginaire de La Fontaine" is an incredible garden with trees, covering more than 7,500 m2, full of surprises and poetry.
Les Chevaliers de la Table Ronde: you will be plunged into the fantastic legend of Arthur, by the Puy du Fou. At the foot of the ramparts, Merlin wants to put Arthur's courage to the test. After having defeated the curse of Excalibur, Arthur discovers the wonders of the enchanted lake!
And not forgetting Les Grandes Eaux, Les Automates Musiciens, Le Grand Carillon, Le Ballet des Sapeurs...
To see all the shows, it is now recommended to spend 2 days visiting the Puy du Fou!
There are also various areas dedicated especially for children: les jets sauteurs (jumping water jets ), le repaire des enfants and le labyrinthe des animaux (the animal Maze).
While strolling around the Grand Parc, you can also enjoy the period villages and the century-old forest in the heart of the Puy du Fou: la Cité Médiévale, Le Bourg 1900, Le village XVIIIème, Le Fort de l'An Mil, La Vallée Fleurie.
The evening shows at the Puy du Fou, breathtaking experiences
Our smart tips for an unforgettable experience
On the evenings of the night shows (Noces de Feu and Cinéscénie), most of the restaurants are open (reservations is strongly recommended). Temporary exit from the park is possible.
No Pets allowed. Boarding kennels are available at a short distance from the Puy du Fou (advanced booking recommended).
Picnics are allowed into the Puy du Fou, but only in specially designated areas.
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See the 2023 opening calendar