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Located in the department of Yvelines, just 40 km from Paris, the Thoiry Zoo is situated within the grounds of the Château de Thoiry, covering an impressive 150 hectares. Home to around 800 animals, these creatures roam freely across a sprawling area of 8 km. The estate also includes a 126-hectare botanical garden, distinguished as a "Remarkable Garden". A visit to the Thoiry Zoo offers a moment of relaxation in the countryside for the whole family, allowing you to discover the animals of the African savannah without leaving France. Exciting encounters await, including Komodo dragons and Arctic wolves.

Park Animals

Thoiry Safari Zoo houses approximately 800 animals from 110 different species. From Madagascar's lemurs to African cheetahs, to Australian birds, all animals enjoy a state of freedom or semi-freedom. The African Reserve introduces you to savannah animals such as rhinos, elephants, antelopes, hippos, giraffes, zebras, and more. You can also admire big cats like lions and cheetahs from a large glass tunnel. In the North American reserve, you will encounter bison, bears, and plains populated with rare animals. The Australian aviary offers a glimpse of the unique birds from the Southern hemisphere. Both children and adults can enjoy engaging, guided, and informative tours. These visits are often paired with an educational workshop. You can also meet the zookeepers and witness animal feeding times.

Park Plants

The park is a vast collection of several landscaped areas, some of which allow children to play outdoors, enjoy park features like the mysterious island, and visit the mini farm's domestic animals. This expansive garden is notably populated with 5,600 yew trees and adorned with 2,300 paths and 9 bridges. Throughout your walk, you'll discover a rose garden, a fragrant garden, a peony gallery, a flowering meadow, and a path lined with hydrangeas and viburnums. Additionally, the garden of the Château de Thoiry is designed to create a perfect optical illusion, as evidenced by the garden shaped like a sundial.

Highlights

Founded in 1968, the Thoiry Zoo offers a rather original concept that brings joy to the whole family. It's ideally located within an estate that features a hotel, inn, and restaurant. We can take you there, even though our destination is mostly from the airport to the hotel.

The Château de Thoiry is steeped in stories that span over four centuries. Constructed in 1559, it stands as one of the few remaining examples of French Renaissance architecture. The castle was designed to function as a solar calendar, with its structure emulating a sundial complete with hands. It wasn't until 1965 that the Château de Thoiry opened its doors to the general public. The castle has been owned by the Counts de la Panouse for generations. During your visit, you'll have the chance to admire the interior of this beautiful and mysterious castle, rich with many tales. To enhance the historical atmosphere, your hosts will welcome you in period costumes.

This remarkable castle was built in just five years by the renowned architect Philibert de l'Orme and master mason Olivier Ymbert. Its architecture is truly extraordinary, thanks to its perfect integration with nature and the solar cycles. Interestingly, it also features a vestibule with a structure akin to the royal burial chamber in the Pyramid of Cheops.

But that's not all - throughout your visit, you'll have the opportunity to learn more about the history of the Thoiry estate as well as the stories of those who lived there. One such tale is of the beautiful Angelica, who shared an exciting and love-filled story with her husband, documented in about 1500 love letters.

Moreover, you'll have the fantastic opportunity to visit the castle's historical reception halls, where various festivities were held. You can also enjoy a leisurely stroll in the castle garden, while taking in the sights of the renowned zoological park.

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