Summer is synonymous with the beach, swimsuit, towel and travel. And in addition, the ban on amusement parks and theme parks is opened.
Places full of attractions and emotions where you can enjoy with the whole family.
In this post I bring you a selection of the parks that you can find according to the river route that you have chosen in your trip through the canals of France.
AMUSEMENT PARKS IN FRANCE
Walibi Aquitaine
A huge amusement park for both adults and children. It is located about 4 kilometers from Roquefort to the west of Agen-la-Garenne, in the region of Aquitaine.
Europark
One of the largest parks in Europe with several themed areas set in European countries. The classic amusement park full of roller coasters, loops and spirals.
Europa Park, Rust in Germany, 12km from Boofzheim – Alsace (cycling)
eurodisney
Disney world in Paris. A theme park in Paris ideal for all ages of the family.
You can go before or after your cruise. In France there are more than 13 navigable regions, take advantage of it!
Walibi Rhône-Alpes
Amusement park dedicated to both children and adults where you can find giant slides, boomerangs, huge swings and musical fountains.
It is located in the region of Nivernais-Burgundy.
WATER PARKS IN FRANCE
Aqualand of the Cap d'Agde
Located in the region of Camargue and overlooking the sea.
Water is the protagonist in this park and is present in each of its attractions. Giant slides, wave pools and endless water games. The swimsuit is essential.
It is located 20 km from the base of Port Cassafières.
Great Aquarium of Saint-Malo
The region of Brittany it houses one of the largest aquariums in France. Up to 6,000 underwater species and with themed areas. An underwater spectacle worth seeing.
30 minutes from the port of Dinan.
Aqualand of the Bassin d'Arcachon
Open from June 22. Aqualand del Bassin d'Arcachon is a water park with slides and multiple activities as well as water games.
Located 1 hour and 20 minutes from the Mas d'Agenais base, in the Aquitaine region.
St Cyprien's Aqualand
Open from June 22. Full of attractions and slides, it is for many one of the best water parks in France.
It is located 40 minutes from Narbonne, in the Canal du Midi region.
Aqualand of St Cyr sur Mer
Open since approximately June 22. Ideal for children, with plenty of slides and water games.
It is an hour and a half from the base of Saint Gilles, in the Camargue region.
SCIENCE PARKS IN FRANCE
The Cite de L'Espace
Science lovers will have their favorite place here.
Space is the cornerstone of this science park. Many curiosities and unknowns to solve and feel like an astronaut.
The Cité de L'Espace is the biggest draw for star fans.
It is located on the Canal du Midi in Toulouse. Ideal to do before or after catching the plane in Toulouse.
Do not miss it!
Écosite de l'Étang de Thau a Mèze
A park dedicated to science and the environment, with different shows and a tour with the name “how nature cleans water.” Located in the Camargue region.
Futuroscope
In Poitiers, about 2 hours from our Jarnac base.
A park with a futuristic and robotic theme that combines multimedia with cinematographic technologies. Its spectacular attractions stand out.
It is located in the Charente region, about 2 hours from the base of Jarnac.
French Miniature
Numerous French monuments and sites are reproduced in miniature, in a space of five hectares that are shaped like a map of France.
It is located in Elancourt St Quentin in Yvelines, 1 hour and 45 minutes from Châtillon sur Loire, in the Nivernais – Burgundy region.
NATURAL RESERVES IN FRANCE
Sigean African Reserve
Africa also has its corner in France. This nature reserve contains more than 3,500 animals, a perfect place to relocate to the African savannah. It is located 15 kilometers from Narbonne (by bike).
sauvage planet
A zoo where you can go on a safari and spot animals from the 5 continents. In Port Saint Père, 60km from our Nort Sur Erdre base. In the Brittany region.
MEDIEVAL THEME PARKS IN FRANCE
Medieval City of Carcassonne
You can visit a medieval castle built in 1130.
It is declared a UNESCO world heritage site and I assure you that visiting all its facilities and seeing how people lived at that time is incredible.
You will be able to experience a history lesson live and direct.
A medieval city still inhabited that is worth visiting.
A tip: go first thing in the morning, later there will be more people.
Are you already thinking about which river destination to choose?
Choose your river cruise through France and schedule your stops to visit one of these amusement parks.
Enjoy your vacation as you choose.
I accompany you to discover this special atmosphere of river tourism, with numerous destinations, practical advice, river itineraries and boats without a permit available
Don't think twice, book your river boat now and enjoy!