2026 Ticket Prices for Puy du Fou
Main Season: April 3 to November 1, 2026. Christmas Season: December 18, 2026 to January 3, 2027.
After a multi-year hiatus, Puy du Fou is bringing back its Christmas season, featuring lower ticket prices compared to the main season.
To secure a discount, you must book online at least 72 hours in advance. If you book within 72 hours of your visit or purchase tickets at the gate, you will pay the full standard rate.
Main Season Rates (April 3 to November 1, 2026)
Admission is free for children under 3.
| Visit Duration | Adult Tickets (14 and older) | Child Tickets (3 to 13) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Booked 72h+ | Booked -72h or at gate | Booked 72h+ | Booked -72h or at gate | |
| 1 Day |
47€ (about $50) | 59€ (about $63) | 34€ (about $36) | 43€ (about $46) |
| 2 Days |
From 81€ (about $86) (40,50€/day) |
Higher gate rate | From 59€ (about $63) (29,50€/day) |
Higher gate rate |
| 3 Days |
From 91€ (about $97) (30,33€/day) |
Higher gate rate | From 65€ (about $69) (21,66€/day) |
Higher gate rate |
| 4 Days |
From 97€ (about $103) (24,25€/day) |
Higher gate rate | From 70€ (about $75) (17,50€/day) |
Higher gate rate |
Specific rates are also available for large families (with proof) starting at 44,65€ (about $48)/day, and visitors with disabilities (with CMI card) starting at 37,60€ (about $40)/day.
Christmas Season Rates (December 18, 2026 to January 3, 2027)
During the holidays, Puy du Fou offers reduced rates compared to the peak season. Admission is free for children under 3.
| Visit Duration | Adult Tickets (14 and older) | Child Tickets (3 to 13) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Booked 72h+ | Booked -72h or at gate | Booked 72h+ | Booked -72h or at gate | |
| 1 Day |
42€ (about $45) | 59€ (about $63) | 31€ (about $33) | 43€ (about $46) |
| 2 Days |
From 72€ (about $77) (36€/day) |
Higher gate rate | From 52€ (about $55) (26€/day) |
Higher gate rate |
| 3 Days |
From 81€ (about $86) (27€/day) |
Higher gate rate | From 58€ (about $62) (19,34€/day) |
Higher gate rate |
| 4 Days |
From 86€ (about $92) (21,50€/day) |
Higher gate rate | From 62€ (about $66) (15,50€/day) |
Higher gate rate |
Specific rates also available for the Christmas season: large families (with proof) starting at 39,90€ (about $43)/day, and visitors with disabilities (with CMI card) starting at 33,60€ (about $36)/day.
Annual Pass Rates
Like other theme parks, Puy du Fou offers annual memberships for multiple visits. The Premium and Adventure Annual Passes include perks like discounts on hotels in the Cité Nocturne, Cinéscénie tickets, guest entries, and park shops.
- The Pass Annuel Aventure provides access for 152 days out of the 196-day season. Adult rate: from 127€ (about $136) / Child rate: from 89€ (about $95).
- The Pass Annuel Premium provides unlimited access during all opening days. Adult rate: from 179€ (about $191) / Child rate: from 126€ (about $135).
Pass renewals start at 72€ (about $77), and you can purchase a pass as a gift starting at 81€ (about $86).
Cinéscénie Tickets
The Cinéscénie is a standalone production. You can book it with or without Grand Parc admission and with or without hotel accommodations. Note that demand is extremely high and tickets sell out quickly, especially during peak season.
- For Cinéscénie only, the flat rate is 33€ (about $35) for standard seating. Add 12€ (about $13) for Silver seating in the center section, or 24€ (about $26) for Gold seating in the best rows. Rate for visitors with disabilities: 26,40€ (about $28).
- For a Cinéscénie and Grand Parc package, adult tickets start at 76€ (about $81)/day and child tickets at 64€ (about $68)/day for a one-day visit booked 72 hours in advance. Add 12€ (about $13) for Silver or 24€ (about $26) for Gold seating. For visitors with disabilities, the rate starts at 60,80€ (about $65)/day.
- For multi-day visits, the park and show package drops to 54,50€ (about $58)/day for adults and 44€ (about $47)/day for children on a 2-day trip, 39,34€ (about $42)/day for adults and 31,34€ (about $33)/day for children on a 3-day trip, and 31€ (about $33)/day for adults and 24,50€ (about $26)/day for children on a 4-day trip.
Hotel Stays and Park Tickets
You can book stays that bundle park admission with lodging at one of the 6 on-site themed hotels. You can stay in an 18th-century manor (Lescure), ancient Rome (Villa Gallo-Romaine), the Merovingian era (Îles de Clovis), at the camps of Henry I and Henry VIII of England (Camp du Drap d'Or), in a medieval fortress (La Citadelle), or in a palace from the era of Louis XIV (Le Grand Siècle).
Why Visit Puy du Fou?
One of the World's Best Theme Parks
Puy du Fou draws over 2 million visitors annually. It depicts local and national history, from the Middle Ages to the 20th century, using elaborate sets, professional actors, and pyrotechnics. Its production quality has earned it international acclaim, including a Thea Classic Award, and it is frequently cited as a favorite European destination for many American travelers.
Puy du Fou Shows
The park spans 50 hectares of forest and is home to over 2,000 animals, including horses, birds of prey, wolves, and buffalo, which participate in the performances.
With about 20 shows ranging from a few minutes to 35 minutes, you cannot see everything in one day. To optimize your visit, use a site map and plan your schedule beforehand. A pro tip: invest 32€ (about $34) for the Pass Émotion to get priority access, better seating, and save time. If possible, allocate 2 or 3 days for your visit.
The 9 Major Shows
The 9 major shows are defined by acrobatics, elaborate sets, and special effects:
- Le Signe du Triomphe, featuring Roman circus games.
- Les Vikings, detailing a medieval village under attack.
- Le Bal des Oiseaux Fantômes, an aerial display with 200 birds of prey.
- Le Secret de la Lance, a castle-siege story inspired by Joan of Arc.
- Mousquetaire de Richelieu, a swashbuckling adventure.
- Le Dernier Panache, the story of the hero Charette told with 360-degree projections.
- Le Mime et l'Étoile, a poetic tribute to the early days of cinema.
- L'Épée du Roi Arthur, the legend of the Knights of the Round Table.
- Les Noces de Feu, a nighttime show blending music, pyrotechnics, and water choreography.
The 4 Immersive Shows
Between major shows, you can explore 4 immersive walkthroughs. There are no scheduled times, so you can join whenever you like. You move on foot through detailed sets and scenes:
- La Renaissance du Château, focusing on the history of the Château des Epesses (Castle of Les Epesses).
- Le Premier Royaume, following the life of Clovis, King of the Franks.
- Le Mystère de la Pérouse, an adventure based on famous maritime explorers.
- Les Amoureux de Verdun, a walk through a WWI trench on Christmas Eve.
Other Entertainment
Puy du Fou also hosts shorter street performances in the village squares, such as the Automates Musiciens (Musical Automatons) or the Grand Carillon (Great Carillon). While these are not essential to prioritize in a tight schedule, they add to the park's atmosphere and are particularly popular with young children.
4 Period Villages
Walking through the Grand Parc feels like traveling through history.
Le Bourg Bérard
Formerly Bourg 1900, this area recreates a village square at the turn of the 20th century during the Belle Époque. It is the most modern section of the park, featuring souvenir shops, a bistro, a restaurant, and a photo lab.
Font-Rognou
Formerly Cité Médiévale, this is a fortified medieval village. You can watch professional artisans like stone carvers, coopers, potters, and glassblowers practice traditional techniques and purchase their work in small shops.
Chasseloup
Formerly Village XVIIIe, this area has a rustic, 18th-century feel with stone houses, gardens, and medicinal herbs. A 16-meter tower hosts the Grand Carillon, which performs regular concerts.
Saint Philbert-le-Viel
Formerly Fort de l'an-mil, this hamlet is inspired by the Viking era, but in a peaceful setting. These huts, modeled after homes from the late first millennium, are occupied by blacksmiths and other period artisans.
How Was Puy du Fou Created?
Viscount Philippe De Villiers, then sub-prefect of the Vendée region, founded the Cinéscénie in 1978. This massive nighttime show, set against the backdrop of the Château des Epesses, involves nearly 2,500 actors, 28,000 costumes, and roughly 4,000 volunteers known as Puyfolais. The success led to the creation of the Grand Parc less than a decade later, expanding the site by over 55 hectares. Beyond the shows, the park preserves ancestral traditions through its artisans, a performing arts school, and a falconry program.
Opening hours
Open for the season from April through early November. The main park is open from 9:30 AM to 7:00 PM, until 9:00 PM with a reservation, and until 10:30 PM on nights featuring a night show.
Performances are also scheduled during the Christmas season.
How long for this activity
Plan for a full day to enjoy the major shows at Puy du Fou without rushing. If you really want to see back-to-back performances and wander through the sets, allow for two days.
*Information subject to change
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