Launch coaster
Toutatis
The park calls it the fastest ride in France, at 110 km/h and 51 metres high. Riders must be at least 1.20 m tall and accompanied.
Overview
Parc Astérix sits in Plailly in the Oise, close to Charles de Gaulle airport and about 35 km north of Paris. The park is themed around the Astérix comics, with five worlds: Gaul, Ancient Greece, the Roman Empire, Egypt and the Vikings.
The official site lists 51 attractions. It is known for its coasters, including Toutatis and the wooden Tonnerre 2 Zeus, and it also has water rides, family rides and live shows. That mix suits teenagers and adults as well as children. The park hotels on site make a two-day visit easy.
Tickets and prices 2026
| Day ticket at the desk | €68 adults (from 12), €59 children (3 to 11), €63 seniors (from 60). |
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| Day ticket online | From €49 on cheaper dates. Online prices change by date, so roughly €49 to €68 for an adult depending on the date and seller. Check the official site for your day. |
| Two consecutive days | €125 adults, €109 children at the desk. |
| Afternoon ticket | €45, valid from 15:00 (from 17:00 on some busy dates). Not valid from 1 October 2026 to 3 January 2027. |
| Large families | €62 adults and €53 children for families buying at least 5 tickets in one order. |
| Children under 3 | Free. |
| Parking | €20 to €25 per car per day, not included in the ticket. The official site shows both figures on different pages. |
Desk prices from the official ticket page (prices as of 4 April 2026), online starting price and parking from parcasterix.fr, checked 31 October 2026. Prices can change without notice, so confirm when you order.
The cheapest dates are weekdays outside French school holidays. Look at the ticket calendar before you pick a day, because the gap between the lowest and the highest price is the easiest saving.
Best time to go and opening hours
The 2026 season opened on 4 April and runs until 3 January 2027, with a closing break between the Halloween event and the Christmas season. Hours change by date, so check the official calendar.
- Quietest: weekdays in term time, in April, May and September.
- Busiest: French school holidays, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.
- Summer: the Gaulish Summer, from 11 July to 30 August 2026, kept the park open until 22:00 with a drone night show.
- Halloween: Terror in the Park runs from 3 October to 8 November 2026.
- Christmas: the Gaulish Christmas runs from 19 December 2026 to 3 January 2027.
Event dates from parcasterix.fr, summer dates from park press coverage (TourMaG, Sortiraparis), checked 31 October 2026.
What is new
The Descent of the Nile 2026The former Oxygénarium in the reworked Egypt zone, now a large water slide ridden on rubber rings.
L’Envol d’Ibis 2026The former Flying Chairs, now flying above a water garden in the Egypt zone.
Cétautomatix Opened 2025A family coaster in the Gaul area, open to children from one metre tall.
Goudurix ClosedThe looping coaster in the Viking area is temporarily closed, check the official site before you go.
The Odyssey Hotel 2027A fourth park hotel, with opening announced for 26 March 2027.
Londinium 2028A largely indoor area themed on Astérix in Britain, announced for 2028.
From parcasterix.fr and press coverage (TourMaG, Sortiraparis, L’Écho touristique), checked 31 October 2026. Opening dates can move.
Rides and areas worth your time
The park has strong coasters, water rides and family attractions across its themed areas. These are the ones worth your time.
Wooden coaster
Tonnerre 2 Zeus
A wooden coaster in the Ancient Greece area. Part of its track was renovated over the winter for a smoother ride.
Inverted coaster
Oziris
An inverted coaster in the Egypt area, where your feet hang free, with loops and twists up to 40 metres above the ground. From 1.30 m.
Family coaster
Pégase Express
A family coaster in the Greek area whose train runs part of the ride backwards. From 1 m with an adult.
Family coaster
Cétautomatix
The family coaster that opened in 2025 in the Gaul area, themed on the village blacksmith. From 1 m.
Bobsleigh coaster
La Trace du Hourra
A bobsleigh ride in the Gaul area at up to 60 km/h. From 1.20 m with an adult.
Water slideNile Descent
New for 2026 in the Egypt area: a large water slide ridden on rubber rings. From 1 m with an adult.
Water ride
La Revanche des Pirates
A boat ride now called Le Grand Splatch, where the whole boat gets splashed. From 1 m with an adult.
Water ride
Menhir Express
A ride in floating menhirs through the Gaul area, with whirlpools and a drop at the end. From 1 m. Closed during the Gaulish Christmas.
Ride details and height limits from the official attraction pages, checked 31 October 2026. Rides can close for maintenance, and the park app shows wait times and closures on the day.
Getting there
| Address | Parc Astérix, 60128 Plailly, France |
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| By car | From Paris, take the A1 motorway towards Lille and leave at the Parc Astérix exit between exits 7 and 8. Parking is €20 to €25 per day. |
| Rough drive times | Paris about 30 minutes (35 km), Lille about 2 hours, Brussels about 3 hours, without traffic. |
| By train and shuttle | Take the RER B to Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 1, then the Parc Astérix shuttle from the Roissypôle bus station (platform A3). The ride takes about 25 minutes and runs every 15 to 30 minutes. The shuttle costs €14 return or €8 one way, free under 3, and must be booked by the day before. |
| Nearest airport | Paris Charles de Gaulle, about 25 minutes by shuttle. |
Routes, shuttle fares and drive times from the official getting-there and shuttle pages, checked 31 October 2026.
Where to stay
The park has three hotels on site: Les Trois Hiboux, La Cité Suspendue and Les Quais de Lutèce. Some attractions open 30 minutes earlier for hotel guests. A fourth hotel, L’Odyssée, is announced for 26 March 2027.
For a cheaper base, stay in Paris and use the RER B and shuttle, or look at hotels near Charles de Gaulle airport. A day trip from Paris is easy.
Hotels from parcasterix.fr, checked 31 October 2026.
Tips for your day
- Buy a dated ticket online and check the calendar for the lowest price.
- Arrive at opening and ride Toutatis and Tonnerre 2 Zeus first.
- Do the water rides in the warm afternoon hours.
- Download the park app for wait times and closures.
- Check the height limit of each ride on the day if you travel with children.
Frequently asked questions
How much are Parc Astérix tickets in 2026?
An adult day ticket costs €68 at the ticket desk and from €49 online on cheaper dates, so roughly €49 to €68 depending on the date and seller. Children under 3 enter free and parking is €20 to €25 per car. Check parcasterix.fr for your day.
When is Parc Astérix open in 2026?
The 2026 season opened on 4 April and runs until 3 January 2027, with a break between the Halloween event (to 8 November) and the Gaulish Christmas (from 19 December). Check the official calendar for the hours of your date.
How do I get to Parc Astérix from Paris?
By car, take the A1 towards Lille, about 30 minutes without traffic. By public transport, take the RER B to Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 1 and then the Parc Astérix shuttle from Roissypôle, about 25 minutes, for €14 return.
When is the best time to visit Parc Astérix?
Weekdays in term time are the quietest. Saturdays, Sundays and French school holidays are the busiest.
How long do you need at Parc Astérix?
One full day covers the main coasters and shows. Stay two days if you want a slower pace, and the park hotel gives early access.
Is Parc Astérix only for children?
No. Toutatis, Tonnerre 2 Zeus and Oziris are real thrill rides, and there are family rides and water rides for younger children.