Arena show
Le Signe du Triomphe
Set in a Roman arena, where captured Gauls must win the circus games to save their lives.
Overview
Puy du Fou sits in Les Epesses in the Vendée, about 25 km south of Cholet, 80 km southeast of Nantes and 90 km southwest of Angers. It is built around live historical shows rather than rides: gladiators in a Roman arena, a Viking raid, musketeers, birds of prey over a castle ruin and more.
Most shows are included in the day ticket, and the park runs a timetable, so a visit is planned around show times. The Cinéscénie, a large night spectacle, is sold separately. The park has themed hotels on site, which makes a two or three day stay easy.
Tickets and prices
| 1 day, adult | From €47 when booked online ahead, €59 on site or undated, for the 2026 season. |
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| 1 day, child (3 to 11) | €34 online and €43 on site for the 2026 season. |
| 2 days, adult | From €81 online and €102 on site (2026 season). |
| Children under 3 | Free. |
| Cinéscénie night show | Sold separately, from €33 (bronze placement) to €45 (silver) and €57 (gold square). |
| Emotion Pass | €32 per person per day for reserved seating at the biggest shows, limited numbers. |
| Parking | Free for cars at the entrance and at the hotels. Stroller rental is €9 per day. |
2026 season prices from ticket sellers and tourism sites, and the park's Christmas season rates (adult €42 online, €59 on site), checked 1 November 2026. The official site blocked our check, so confirm the 2027 prices on puydufou.com when you order. Online rates need a booking about three days ahead.
Book a dated ticket ahead, because the on-site price is the highest one.
Best time to go and opening hours
The 2026 season ran from 4 April to 1 November, followed by a Christmas season from 19 December 2026 to 3 January 2027 (closed on 25 December, 10:00 to 20:00). The 2027 season opens on 27 March 2027 and runs to 2 November 2027.
- Quietest: weekdays in term time, in spring and September.
- Busiest: French school holidays, weekends and July and August.
- Cinéscénie: in 2026 it ran on Fridays and Saturdays from 6 June to 12 September. The 2027 dates were not confirmed when we checked.
- Christmas: a reduced show programme, with Les Vikings, Mousquetaire de Richelieu and Le Mime et l’Étoile, and two 30 minute night shows.
Dates from tarifs.org, tourism sites and the park's Christmas calendar, checked 1 November 2026. Hours change by date, so check the official calendar.
What is new
Le Rêve de Louis XIV 2027A new grand spectacle in a new royal theatre, announced for June 2027.
Le Mystère de Noël Christmas 2026A new 30 minute night show in the Gallo-Roman stadium during the Christmas season.
Winter shows First timeLes Vikings, Mousquetaire de Richelieu and Le Mime et l’Étoile are performed in winter for the first time.
Relais de Poste photo ChristmasA photo experience where children meet one of the park characters.
From tarifs.org and press coverage of the park's 2027 announcements, checked 1 November 2026. Dates can move.
Shows and highlights worth your time
Puy du Fou is about shows, not rides. These are the ones visitors plan their day around.
Spectacle
Les Vikings
Raiders arrive by longship and attack the peaceful Fort de l'An Mil, with fire and ship landings.
Cape and sword show
Mousquetaire de Richelieu
A show in a 17th century theatre with duels, flamenco dancing and horse stunts.
Walk-through show
Le Dernier Panache
A story about a French naval officer in 1793, where the audience seating moves through the scenes.
Birds of prey
Le Bal des Oiseaux Fantômes
Birds of prey swoop from the ruins of an old castle, low over the audience.
Medieval show
Le Secret de la Lance
A medieval show with sword fighting and horses about a young shepherdess defending a castle.
Night show
Les Noces de Feu
A 30 minute night show on the lake, called the Wedding of Fire.
Night spectacle
La Cinéscénie
The large night show, sold separately from the day ticket, which ran on Fridays and Saturdays from June to mid-September in 2026.
Winter show
Le Mime et l'Étoile
A show that was performed in winter for the first time during the Christmas season.
Show details from the park's programme as summarised by tourism sites and tarifs.org, checked 1 November 2026. The programme changes by season, so use the park app on the day.
Getting there
| Address | Parc du Puy du Fou, 85590 Les Epesses, France |
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| By car | Take the A87 and leave at exit 28. Parking is free. |
| Rough drive times | Nantes about 1 hour, Angers about 1 hour, Paris about 3 hours 15 minutes, without traffic. |
| By train | The nearest stations are Cholet and Nantes. Angers Saint-Laud is often the most practical, with TGV links. From there a paid shuttle (book ahead) or a taxi takes about 1 hour to 1 hour 20. |
| Nearest airport | Nantes Atlantique, about 1 hour by car, taxi or shuttle. |
Routes and drive times from tarifs.org and the park's access information, checked 1 November 2026.
Where to stay
The park runs themed hotels on site, including Le Grand Siècle, La Citadelle and Le Camp du Drap d’Or. Staying on site makes it easy to combine a park day with the Cinéscénie. Nearby guesthouses and hotels in Cholet and around Les Herbiers are a cheaper base, and some offer a transfer to the park.
Hotel names from the park's price pages, checked 1 November 2026.
Tips for your day
- Download the park app the day before for the show timetable. It is available in English and other languages.
- Plan your day around show times, then fill the gaps with the village areas.
- Book restaurant tables ahead, or use click and collect in the app.
- To see both the Cinéscénie and a park day, plan two days.
- Pets are not allowed in the park, and the on-site kennel has limited space.
Frequently asked questions
How much are Puy du Fou tickets?
For the 2026 season an adult one-day ticket cost from €47 booked online ahead and €59 on site, and a child aged 3 to 11 paid €34 online or €43 on site. Children under 3 enter free. Check puydufou.com for the 2027 prices.
When is Puy du Fou open?
The 2026 season ended on 1 November, with a Christmas season from 19 December 2026 to 3 January 2027. The 2027 season opens on 27 March 2027. Check the official calendar for the hours of your date.
How do I get to Puy du Fou?
By car take the A87 to exit 28, about 1 hour from Nantes or Angers and about 3 hours 15 minutes from Paris. Without a car, take the train to Angers or Nantes and then a paid shuttle or taxi.
Is parking free at Puy du Fou?
Yes, car parking is free at the entrance and at the hotels. Campervans have a separate area that is free for the first 7 hours.
Is the Cinéscénie included in the ticket?
No. The night show is sold separately, from €33 in the 2026 season, and ran on Fridays and Saturdays from June to mid-September.
How long do you need at Puy du Fou?
One day covers the main daytime shows if you plan around the timetable. Stay two days to add the Cinéscénie and see more shows.