Thoiry

Unusual: sleep nose-to-nose with Arctic wolves in the Thoiry Safari lodges

A night face-to-face with wolves—care to take the plunge? The Thoiry Safari Park invites you to sleep as close as possible to these fascinating animals, right in the heart of one of its quirky accommodations, the Loudge!

Azimut: the immersive restaurant where you can dine face-to-face with Arctic wolves at Thoiry Safari Park

Thoiry Safari Park unveils Azimut, its wild and gourmet restaurant, to the public every evening for dinner. As the park shuts its gates, guests settle in to savour refined, seasonal cuisine, with a panoramic, privileged view of the Arctic wolf pack.

Protocol Z: The terrifying escape game in the old crypt beneath Thoiry Castle (Yvelines 78)

Venture into the bowels of Thoiry Castle and try to thwart a zombie invasion, in the heart of the family crypt, where creatures that are no longer human prowl, in an escape game that will demand real courage.

This Renaissance-era château and its mysteries are open to visitors near the Thoiry Zoo in the Yvelines.

Renowned for its vast wildlife park, the Thoiry estate also houses a Renaissance castle that is listed as a Historic Monument. Still inhabited by the same family for 13 generations, this little-known edifice is open on sunny days and reveals splendid salons and a wealth of archives.

Tour de France: Thoiry Zoo entry at €10 and the château open for visits during the final stage.

This Sunday, July 26, 2026, the final stage of the Tour de France bows out from Thoiry before reaching the Champs-Élysées. To mark the occasion, the race village is set up at the foot of the castle, right beside Wow Safari Thoiry, which is offering a special 10-euro, family-friendly entry to explore the park on foot before the riders head off.

Tour de France 2026: free activities and outdoor cinema for the final stage in Thoiry

This year, the 21st and final stage of the Tour de France will depart from the Yvelines, specifically from the town of Thoiry. You’ll be able to watch the start for free, with a host of free activities on the program, on July 26, 2026.

A concert under the stars and a dance performance in front of this château in the Yvelines.

The grounds of the Château de Thoiry in Yvelines are transforming into an open-air music and dance hall for an elegant, festive, starlit evening that celebrates the sweetness of summer, on Saturday, July 4, 2026.

Easter 2026: A giant Easter egg hunt among the animals at Thoiry Safari Zoo (78)

The Easter Egg Hunt at Thoiry Safari Zoo is back on Sunday, April 5th, and Monday, April 6th, 2026, delighting both children and their parents. An egg hunt like no other — set amidst the zoo’s incredible animals!

Zoo Safari de Thoiry: what's new?

The Thoiry ZooSafari continues to innovate, and it's not over yet, with major projects in the pipeline for the next few years. Between the new lodges, the light trail, the green vehicle safaris, the new arrivals and the births, the Thoiry Zoo has some great discoveries in store for us.

Thoiry Lumières Sauvages 2025-2026, immerse yourself in the enchanted dance of spirits.

Looking for a magical winter outing? Head to Yvelines to discover the new edition of Thoiry Lumières Sauvages and its mysterious Bal des Esprits. From October 17, 2025, to March 8, 2026, this 8th edition takes us into the world of spirits and Dia de los Muertos celebrations.

Thoiry Christmas Market 2025: local crafts in the Yvelines

The Thoiry Christmas Market returns on Saturday, December 6, 2025, in this charming village in the Yvelines, located about 50 kilometers from Paris. Around thirty exhibitors will take over the multipurpose hall to offer crafts, food, and local products.

Komorebi, the poetic, ticket-inclusive show at Thoiry Zoo

From July 18 to August 30, 2025, Thoiry Safari Zoo presents Komorebi, a poetic show to discover during your visit to the zoo.

Thoiry ZooSafari: new features for 2025 to immerse you in the zoo's wildlife

Stroll among the zebras and elephants and enjoy an exceptional moment with family and friends thanks to the ZooSafari de Thoiry tours. On the program for the 2025 season: new activities for young and old alike!

Maisons de Campagne, the relaxing experience at the Château de Villiers-Le-Mahieu

Want to escape to the countryside for a weekend without being too far from Paris? Then we're off to the Yvelines, near Thoiry Zoo, to the Château de Villiers-le-Mahieu, the first site of Maisons de Campagne, an experiment by the Les Hôtels (très) Particuliers hotel group, offering you the chance to go green and relax just like at home.

Festi'Nature: the animal and nature festival at ZooSafari in Thoiry (78)

Thoiry's ZooSafari is organizing its first-ever nature festival to raise awareness of wildlife protection for the whole family, with events on September 21 and 22, 2024!

Safari Dinners return to Thoiry Zoo with Cédric Jaunault, Meilleur Ouvrier de France

How about a giant dinner in the heart of the pampas, against a magnificent natural backdrop? Thoiry Zoo is relaunching its exceptional new safari dinners for 8 dates during the summer season, from June 15 to August 31, 2024. Dine in the heart of the savannah on a gourmet menu, including 2 special dates with a menu prepared by Frédéric Jaunault, Meilleur Ouvrier de France Primeur. The perfect way to celebrate plants!

Carnet rose: a baribal cub is born at Thoiry zoo (78)

In the spring of 2024, the caretakers at Thoiry Zoo were pleasantly surprised to discover that a little baribal cub had been born in the reserve... Now you too can discover him when you visit the zoo.

Morning Thoiry Wild Race 2024: Discover the new running race at Thoiry ZooSafari

Registration open for the Morning Thoiry Wild Race 2024: zoo and forest course, €1 donated to Thoiry Conservation. Don't miss this unique experience!

A rosy picture at Thoiry Zoo: two baby pin-tailed tamarins are born!

On Sunday, September 10, 2023, the animal keepers at Thoiry ZooSafari had the pleasant surprise of discovering two newborn pinched tamarins, a critically endangered species that lives at the zoo.

Unusual: spend a morning as a ranger at Thoiry Zoo (78)

Step into the shoes of a ranger at Thoiry Zoo and spend a morning with the zoo's caretakers, preparing food, observing animal care and enjoying an unusual experience.