The Puy-du-Fou        

"Fantastic shows, breathtaking performances, amazing amphitheatres with chariot racing, gladiators and lions, jousting competitions, superb falconry displays.  Professional organization without any queuing - the whole experience was unforgettable." (P. family, August 2008).

The Puy-du-Fou is a famous medieval attraction, ie. famous throughout France. The medieval 'Park' which is huge, includes impressive large Roman amphitheatre with chariots and fighting gladiators, jousting knights on horseback, falconry and much more. 

You will need to book the evening show in advance. However, there is no need to book the day show - just turn up and have a wonderful day out.

http://www.puydufou.com

Gladiatorsnto the arena and the chariots charge forward in their headlong race. Experience the legendary Roman ci

The Vikings

The Phantom Bird Dance

The Battle of the Keep

Richelieu's Musketeer

The 18th Century Village

Cinéscénie  

Justifiably regarded as the greatest sound-and-light show in Europe, this glorious summer open-air "late evening" entertainment at Le Puy-du-Fou, near Les Epesses, uses sophisticated special effects to tell the history of the Vendée. You will need to book this show in advance.

Location

Western Loire, south-east of Nantes and Angers.

Directions

By Car: A87 motorway, exit No. 28: Les Herbiers

By Train: Nantes and Angers TGV stations, one hour by car from Puy du Fou; Cholet Regional station, 20 minutes from Puy du Fou

By Plane: Puy du Fou is just 1 hours by car from Nantes-Atlantique International Airport

Tel. 02 51 64 11 11 (or from the UK/ 00 33 2 51 64 11 11)

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