Getting There
Puy du Fou is located in Les Epesses, Vendée, western France. No public transport runs directly—you'll need car or shuttle.
From the UK
By Ferry + Car
- Portsmouth → Caen: 6hr crossing + 2.5hr drive
- Portsmouth → St Malo: 8-11hr crossing + 2hr drive
- Dover → Calais: 1.5hr crossing + 5hr drive
By Flight
- Nantes (NTE): Closest airport, 1hr drive. Flights from London Stansted, Gatwick.
- La Rochelle (LRH): 1.5hr drive. Seasonal UK flights.
💡 Shuttle Service
Puy du Fou operates shuttles from Nantes Airport and Angers TGV station. Book via their website.
Tickets & Prices (2025)
Day Tickets
| Type | Online (72h+ advance) | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (14+) | €43 | €54 |
| Child (5-13) | €31 | €39 |
| Under 5 | Free | Free |
Add-Ons
- Emotion Pass: €30/day (€35 on Cinéscénie days)
- La Cinéscénie: From €30/adult (separate ticket)
🎫 Where to Buy
Always buy from puydufou.com. Third-party resellers don't offer real discounts.
Best Time to Visit
| Period | Crowds | Weather | Cinéscénie? |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 🟢 Low | Cool | ❌ |
| May | 🟢 Low | Pleasant | ⚠️ Late May |
| June | 🟡 Moderate | Warm | ✅ |
| July | 🟠 High | Hot | ✅ |
| August | 🔴 Very High | Hot | ✅ |
| September | 🟢 Low | Pleasant | ✅ |
| October | 🟢 Low | Cool | ⚠️ Limited |
Recommendation: June or September for the best balance of crowds, weather, and Cinéscénie availability.
Essential Tips
Before You Go
- Download the app. Essential for English translations and daily schedules.
- Bring headphones. The app needs them for translations.
- Book 72+ hours ahead. Save ~20% on tickets.
What to Pack
- Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
- Light rain jacket
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Portable phone charger
- Cushion for Cinéscénie (90 mins on concrete)
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Forgetting headphones (no translation)
- Trying to see everything in one day without Emotion Pass
- Arriving after park opening on busy days
Quick Reference
| Address | Puy du Fou, CS 70025, 85590 Les Epesses, France |
| Phone | +33 820 09 10 10 |
| Website | puydufou.com/france/en |
| 2025 Season | April 5 – November 1 |
| Park Hours | 10:00am – 7:00pm (later in summer) |