From the Île de la Cité to the isle of the impressionists of Chatou, passing by the 'Île Saint-Denis, the Seine is dotted with small islets, mostly pedestrian-friendly, with pretty parks springing up along them. On the side of Mantes-la-Jolie, in the Yvelines, the meeting point is at Île l'Aumône, at the entrance to a vast bird sanctuary park of 27 hectares where the city’s educational farm sits.
It's in this exceptional environment, filled with wild birds like grey herons and mallards, that you can view from the park's observatory the educational farm of Mantes-la-Jolie. In total, it counts no fewer than 296 residents, feathered or furry, two- or four-legged, whom your little ones will be able to pet and watch all afternoon long. Between the hens, geese, ducks, rabbits, pigs, goats, sheep, donkeys or horses, (re)discover farm animals with the family and their babies!
Where to see farm animals? Educational farms and livestock farms in and around Paris.
A day at the farm is the sure-fire outing everyone agrees on: so this weekend, this Wednesday, or during the holidays, it's the perfect chance to (re)discover the area’s farms and educational farms. [Read more]
The visit is free at the Pedagogical Farm in Mantes-la-Jolie, and the good news is that entry is free for everyone. From there, you can explore the Île l'Aumône bird park, and you may also opt for an outdoor picnic at the farm’s designated picnic area. One quick note: be sure to check that the farm is open to the public on the day of your visit!
For a rural stroll near Mantes-la-Jolie, head to the pedagogical farm on Île de l'Aumône this weekend!
Dates and Opening Time
Next days
Wednesday:
from 12:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.
Thursday:
from 12:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.
Friday:
from 12:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.
Saturday:
from 12:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.
Sunday:
from 12:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.
Monday:
from 12:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.
Tuesday:
from 12:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.
Location
Mantes-la-Jolie educational farm
Allée des Îles Eric Tabarly
78200 Mantes la Jolie
Route planner
Prices
Free
Official website
www.manteslajolie.fr
More information
The farm is open: -March 30 to October 31: Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturdays/Sundays from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. -November 1 to March 31: Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where to see farm animals? Educational farms and livestock farms in and around Paris.
