The thrill-seeker’s guide

Fête des Loges 2026: dates, schedule and attractions (Yvelines)

La Fête des Loges 2026 makes a triumphant return to the forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye (Yvelines) for its 373rd edition, running from June 26 to August 16, 2026. With more than 200 attractions, a Gourmet Food Alley, and free admission, it’s all set to welcome visitors.

At Parc Astérix, embrace a Gaulish Summer with longer days stretching into the evening, open until 10 p.m.

Experience Gaulish Summer from July 11 to August 30, 2026, with days extended until 10 p.m. and the big new feature: a nighttime show. Just 35 km north of Paris, Parc Astérix invites kids and adults alike on a true journey of discovery and thrills, featuring 50 rides and performances spread across five realms: Gaul, the Roman Empire, Ancient Greece, Egypt, and the Vikings. A day out designed to pack in adventures for family or friends, with a varied program to delight visitors of every age.

La Fête des Tuileries returns for summer 2026 in the heart of Paris, dates and what's new

The Fête des Tuileries, the only fairground right in the heart of Paris, takes over the Jardin des Tuileries in the 1st arrondissement for the entire summer, from June 20 to August 23, 2026, with rides, a Ferris wheel, and the Olympic basin. Here's everything you need to know.

Opening of Parc Astérix: What's new for 2026, including the new Egypt zone

The Parc Astérix in Oise is set to reopen on April 4, 2026, boasting some exciting new features. This season's highlights include transforming the Egypt area, introducing new rides, and offering a packed program full of fun for visitors of all ages.

Le Défi du Dragon: the new thrill ride at the Jardin d'Acclimatation

Le Défi du Dragon arrives at the Jardin d'Acclimatation on April 12, 2025, ready to thrill even the most daring! Hold on to your hats as this fiery roller-coaster takes you on an adventure full of tight turns and thrills. Will you dare to face the beast?

Varennes-sur-Seine leisure park, for a day of thrills and spills in Seine-et-Marne

The Varennes-sur-Seine leisure park, also known as the "Poséidon", is located in the Seine-et-Marne département: what's on the agenda? Thrills and spills for all the family and friends! Reopening at the end of April, after winter closure.

Unusual: we tested a hot-air balloon flight in Fontainebleau over the Ile-de-France region - promo

How about a breathtaking view over Fontainebleau? We're off to try out hot-air ballooning over the Île-de-France region, a magical experience we'd like to share with you.

Unusual sports: where can you go for a paramotor or paragliding first flight in the Paris region?

Would you like to throw yourself into the void in complete safety? Let yourself be tempted by a paramotor flight and admire the superb landscapes of the Île-de-France region! Discover the best spots in the area to try out this unusual sport.

30 years of Disneyland Paris: Avengers show, It's a Small World... the novelties of the "Grand Final

30 years, that's worth celebrating! On the occasion of the 30th anniversary of Disneyland Paris, which began on March 6, 2022, the theme park is going all out for this 2023 season and promises a program worthy of the event for the "Grand Finale", which is expected to end on September 30, 2023. We take stock!

Koezio Cergy: Val d'Oise's unusual adventure park

Escape game and thrill-seeker enthusiasts are in for a treat at Koezio, a "special agent" training center located in Cergy Pontoise, in the Val-d'Oise region of France. Combining physical challenges with enigmas to solve, the establishment is a hit with families, groups of friends or colleagues with its various activities on offer. Are you up for the challenge?

Discover iFLY Paris, indoor skydiving at Vill'Up

iFLY Vill'up, the world's most beautiful free-fall tube, offers a thrilling adventure! At 14 meters high, this fully glazed tube lets you discover the sensations of freefall for anyone aged 5 and over. Whether you're an expert or a beginner, there's no need to worry about weather conditions, and you can experience the thrill of skydiving without any risk.

A hot-air balloon in the heart of Paris

How about a breathtaking and unusual view of the capital? Why not climb aboard a hot-air balloon in the heart of Paris? Head for the Parc André-Citroën, where a giant balloon invites you to take to the skies.