A day at the heart of the animal kingdom
Campsite near Beauval Zoo
ONE OF THE WORLD’S TOP 10 ZOOS
Make the most of your camping holiday near Beauval Zoo in Sainte-Catherine de Fierbois to experience a magical day out with family and friends. Less than an hour from the Parc de Fierbois, the ZooParc de Beauval is ranked among the top 10 zoos in the world, and is one of the most beautiful tourist attractions in the Loire Valley, along with the famous Loire castles.
Among the 10 most beautiful zoos on the planet
Stay at camping Parc de Fierbois
Stay less than an hour from Beauval Zoo. Parc de Fierbois is a
You’ll find mobile home rentals, chalets and gîtes for maximum comfort and a vacation just like home. For the more adventurous, our campsite near Tours and Beauval offers a wide choice ofcamping pitches or even unusual accommodation in Indre et Loire.
Enjoy a host of 5-star services, including our indoor heated swimming pool in the Loire Valley and our outdoor water park. Enjoy a wide range of activities including accrobranche, archery and minigolf.
Tigers and 10,000 furry, feathered and scaly surprises
What to see at ZooParc de Beauval
During your visit to the Beauval Zoo near our campsite in the Centre Val de Loire region, you’ll be able to observe numerous species such as Sumatran tigers, Arctic wolves, rhinoceroses, birds and reptiles. The ZooParc de Beauval is home to over 10,000 animals of 600 species from all over the world. Created in 1980 by the Delord family, the ZooParc de Beauval offers educational activities to raise children’s awareness of the need to protect animals and ecosystems in a fun way.
Births and rarities: Beauval puts on a show
Discover unique species
This zoo, which welcomes over a million visitors every year, is brimming with rare and unique species. The birth of the baby pandas in 2021 is proof of this. Visiting the baby pandas is one of the most popular activities to date at Beauval Zoo.
It’s a treat for visitors to see these adorable creatures up close. Many other newborns are born at the ZooParc every year, such as the little tamandua, an anteater from Mexico. Proof that these animals, unusual in Europe, are flourishing in the hands of the various caretakers. Animal welfare is also a key value initiated by its founder. This work to preserve the world’s biodiversity on the scale of Beauval continues in the family saga.
An adventure for young and old, between shows and discoveries
Family camping near Beauval Zoo
In addition to the educational activities presented by Beauval zookeepers, other activities are available for a day or weekend family visit. Children can discover the job of a zoo veterinarian and learn more about the origins of the animals in the park.
Then during the day, you can marvel at a ball of birds and majestic manatees. These
Other services include baby-changing facilities, stroller rentals, playgrounds and souvenir stores. Our campsite near Beauval offers tickets directly on sale at reception, so you can enjoy a peaceful stay after a good visit surrounded by animals of all kinds.
How to get to Beauval from Parc de Fierbois
Practical information Zoo de Beauval
How to get to Beauval Zoo from the campsite
The ZooParc de Beauval is located in Saint-Aignan in the Loir-et-Cher region, 70 km from the Castel Parc de Fierbois campsite in Sainte-Catherine-de-Fierbois. It’s just over an hour’s drive by freeway (A10 to Tours, A85).
ZooParc opening hours
Doors open daily at 9:00 am, including weekends and public holidays. The recommended visiting time is at least 5 hours, and it’s best to start early in the morning to get a better view of the animals. Closing time varies according to the season. Some areas, such as the giant pandas, the hippopotamus reserve and the tropical greenhouses, have specific opening times. Ask at the reception desk of our campsite near Beauval Zoo for more information and to book your tickets.