Beauval Zoo
Guide & Pricing 2026

How much does a ticket to Beauval Zoo cost?

Tickets for the ZooParc de Beauval start at €32 for a child and €39 for an adult.

It is strongly recommended to book online to take advantage of the best prices and guarantee your entry on the desired day ⤵

Buy a TICKET Book a STAY

MonstroZoo is back

From 17 October 2026 to 8 March 2027, ZooParc de Beauval hosts MonstroZoo: fantastic creatures, spectacular settings, sound effects, light shows and mapping, to be enjoyed both during the day and in the evening.

Book your tickets

Christmas at Beauval

From 14 November 2026 to 4 January 2027, the ZooParc is illuminated every day from 16:00 to 19:30, with late-night openings until 22:30 from 19 to 23 December, from 26 to 30 December and on 2 January. The programme also includes a photo with the panda mascot and an Advent calendar at the North Entrance.

View the Christmas programme

Detailed TICKET rates
Beauval Zoo 2026

There are 5 access options to visit ZooParc de Beauval:

1-DAY dated ticket:

Valid for a one-day visit on a fixed date to be booked in advance

1-DAY undated ticket:

Valid for a one-day visit on a flexible date usable for 1 year

2-DAY dated ticket:

Valid for 2 consecutive days on fixed dates to be booked in advance

2-DAY undated ticket:

Valid for 2 consecutive days on flexible dates usable for 1 year

ZOOPASS:

Unlimited access to the park for 1 year

Prices for 1 & 2-day TICKETS

Zen Pass (Skip-the-line option)

The Zen Pass is an optional skip-the-line ticket offered by Beauval Zoo to reduce waiting times during your visit. Sold at a price of €15 per person (from 3 years old), it is added as a supplement to your standard entry ticket.

Annual ZOOPASS rates

Beauval Zoo's ZooPasses allow you to access the park unlimitedly for a full year.
In addition, €2 discount is granted on tickets for people accompanying the ZooPass holder.

The ZooPass PREMIUM offers VIP reception (skip-the-line tickets, private events, guided tours...) and provides access to discounts on accommodation at Beauval hotels as well as on food at the zoo.

REDUCED Rates
Visitors with a Disability

Discounted tickets are available at the ZooParc de Beauval for Persons with a Special Handicap (PSH), meaning visitors holding a disability card during their visit & people using wheelchairs.

PSH Tickets

ZooPass PSH

STAY Rates • Beauval Zoo 2026

The Zoo hotels

Beauval Zoo has 7 themed hotels and 1 hotel residence located near the park to extend your stay.
The Ticket + Hotel rates below are indicative (from, in low season) for a stay of 2 days / 1 night for 1 person

Other accommodation options

You can also choose to find accommodation near the ZooParc de Beauval. Numerous options for all budgets are available in the area!

HOURS & CALENDAR

Usual hours for the next 4 weeks:

• Every day: 9:00 - Sunset

Note that it takes a full day to visit the entire park, and a minimum of 5 hours is strongly recommended.

Access to the Beauval Zoo

Beauval Zoo address

ZooParc de Beauval
41110 Saint Aignan sur Cher

Map / Directions:

GPS coordinates of Beauval Zoo

• N. 47.247
• E. 1.3535

Driving to Beauval Zoo

• From Paris (2:15): A10 ⇒ A71 ⇒ A85
• From Vierzon (1:00): A85
• From Tours (1:00): A85
• From Blois (0:45): D675

Parking at Beauval Zoo

4,000 free parking spaces, spread across 8 car parks, are available at the ZooParc.
2-wheeler, camper van and adapted parking for people with reduced mobility are also provided for visitors.

How much does parking cost at Beauval Zoo?

You can park with peace of mind, parking at ZooParc de Beauval is free!

Coming to Beauval Zoo by Train

Arrival by train is possible at the following 3 stations:

• Blois SNCF station (45 min from Beauval)
• St Aignan - Noyers-sur-Cher TER station (8 km from Beauval)
• St Pierre-des-Corps TGV station (55 min from Beauval)

Please note that taxi services are available from these stations to reach the ZooParc.

ZooParc MAP

View the Interactive Map of Beauval Zoo

ANIMALS • Beauval Zoo 2026

List of animals at ZooParc de Beauval in 2026

At the Zoo, you can observe many exceptional species, including those we aim to protect and preserve. Here are the most remarkable ones below…

The latest animal births at the Zoo

Beauval Zoo records numerous births of threatened species every year. Here are the recent arrivals:

• Spring 2026: two baby African elephants (females born to N'Dala and Ashanti, the first births of this species at Beauval since 2012)
• January 2026: Neytiri, female Indian rhinoceros
• March 2026: a young female yellow-backed duiker (daughter of Gale)
• 12 March 2026: a mountain bongo calf (critically endangered species)
• Spring 2026: two baby golden snub-nosed monkeys (born to Jindou and Jinhua, first birth worldwide for this species outside Asia)
• September 2025: Bahïs, male Indian rhinoceros
• 6 July 2025: Mia, female reticulated giraffe (73 kg at birth)
• Spring 2025: a giant anteater and a two-toed sloth

Beauval Zoo in Words & Figures

The ZooParc de Beauval is a zoological park created in 1980 by Françoise Delord. It is still managed by members of the Delord family. The Zoo was often a pioneer in France and presented many animals for the first time in France, such as White Tigers and White Lions.
In 2017, Beauval Zoo became the first French zoo to successfully achieve the reproduction of the giant panda, an event repeated in 2021 with the birth of panda twins!

• 1^st zoo in France and 4^nd most beautiful zoo in the world
• 1^st tourist site in the Centre-Val de Loire region
• 9^st favourite activity of the French (TripAdvisor ranking)
• 35,000 animals
• 800 different species
• 140 keepers
• 1,380 employees during the high season
• 46 hectares
• 8 tropical greenhouses & 1 equatorial dome
• 6 tonnes of food per day
• 1.8 million visitors in 2025 (up to 2 million in previous years)
• 1% of revenue is reinvested in Beauval Nature

The ZooParc de Beauval is home to unique species in France that you cannot see anywhere else:

• GIANT PANDA
• GOLDEN SNOW MONKEY (first park outside Asia)
• COMMON WOMBAT
• HARPY EAGLE
• TASMANIAN DEVIL
• DOUC LANGUR
• KOALA
• YELLOWBACK BUSHBuck

Beauval Zoo's commitments

Preservation of endangered species

Of the 800 species housed at the ZooParc, 636 species are listed on the IUCN Red List (International Union for Conservation of Nature), including 42 critically endangered and 69 endangered. The park actively participates in 160 European Endangered Species Programmes (EEP) to preserve genetic diversity and reintroduce animals into their natural habitat.

Sustainable development and eco-responsibility

The ZooParc de Beauval is committed to the environment through several ecological initiatives:

• Methanisation plant: The first French zoo to have its own methanisation unit (commissioned in 2014). It converts animal manure and catering bio-waste into electricity and heats the tropical greenhouses and the elephant house.
• Phytoremediation station: A natural filtration system based on reeds, gravel and sand treats the water from the sea lions, hippos and equatorial dome pools, also creating a wetland area conducive to local biodiversity.
• Waste management: A 4,800 m² eco-centre allows the park's waste to be sorted and recycled.

Interactive press kit

Photos of the ZooParc de Beauval

The ZooParc de Beauval

Entrance to Beauval Zoo

Giant panda at Beauval Zoo

Cheetah at Beauval Zoo

Humboldt penguins

Bearded Vulture

Rhino

Snow leopard

Sumatran tiger

Golden snow monkeys at the ZooParc de Beauval

Previous

Next

Future projects and ongoing works

ZooParc de Beauval continues its development with major construction projects, including the Centre for the study, scientific research and conservation of dolphins. Launched in 2026, this large-scale project will allow animals to be housed from 2027 onwards in modern research and preservation facilities.

FAQ

What is the admission price for the Beauval Zoo?

1-day tickets for the Beauval Zoo start at €32 for children and €39 for adults, while 2-day tickets start at €52 for children and €63 for adults.
The Zoopass offers unlimited access to the ZooParc for 1 year and prices start at €82 for a child and €99 for an adult.

Does the Pass Zen include entry to Beauval Zoo?

No, the Zen Pass is a skip-the-line add-on sold at a flat rate of €15 (from age 3). It is not an admission ticket to the ZooParc. You must have a standard admission ticket (dated or undated) or a valid ZooPass to visit the park.

What is the best time to visit Beauval Zoo?

The morning at 9:00, when the park opens, is the best time to visit ZooParc de Beauval. Visitor numbers are lowest at this time, so you can avoid crowds during your visit.
Spring and early autumn are the quietest periods of the year at Beauval.

Where is Beauval Zoo located in relation to Paris?

Beauval Zoo is located in the town of Saint-Aignan, about 220 km south of Paris. The drive from Paris to Beauval Zoo via the motorway takes approximately 3:00.
The nearest major cities to ZooParc de Beauval are Tours and Blois.

Where is the show "Une Saison au Zoo" filmed?

The documentary TV series Une Saison au Zoo is filmed at La Flèche Zoo and follows its staff (animal keepers, veterinarians, caretakers, gardeners, etc.) on a daily basis. La Flèche Zoo is different from the ZooParc de Beauval; it is located near the city of Le Mans.

Download the Press Kit 2026 for ZooParc de Beauval .PDF