At the premiere of the Naruto Shippuden Symphonie Experience cine-concert at the Dôme de Paris, Hervé Lux, director of Parc Spirou en Provence, unveiled a 1.5-hectare immersive extension dedicated to Naruto. Scheduled for spring 2026, this new zone will offer fans of the iconic ninja a complete immersion in the Naruto universe, with a faithful recreation of the village of Konoha in collaboration with Japanese designers. For the first time, the park located near Marseille will open up to the manga universe, a bold and strategic choice to diversify its audience.
This Naruto extension is much more than an attraction: it's a truly immersive experience. Hervé Lux describes this zone as a space where, from the moment they enter, visitors will be transported to the heart of Konoha, the saga's emblematic village. Immersion will extend to all levels: attractions, sets and reconstructions of mythical spaces, designed in partnership with Japanese experts to remain faithful to Masashi Kishimoto's universe. This initiative marks an important milestone for Parc Spirou, which for the first time is venturing into a universe outside that of Spirou, and aims to attract a wide audience of manga fans.
In the heart of the village of Konoha, emblematic of Naruto's universe, a sculpted cliff representing the Hokage, the ancient rulers, will dominate the scenery. A spectacular roller coaster with nearly a kilometer of track will wind through this thematic zone. With peak speeds of 75 km/h, this thrill ride, designed to remain accessible to families, promises to immerse visitors in the world of the young ninja.
In addition to the roller coaster, a Nebulaz-type ride with four rotating arms will complete the 15,000 m² area. The ride is based on the model recently installed at Parc Astérix in the Toutatis zone. Work has already begun to recreate the manga atmosphere and install the new attractions.
Created in 2018, Parc Spirou is based on characters from Dupuis comics, such as Spirou, Fantasio, the Marsupilami and Gaston Lagaffe. The park currently boasts 23 attractions, including roller coasters, dynamic cinemas and drop towers. In 2024, it welcomed 330,000 visitors, up 3% on 2023, and aims to exceed this figure thanks to its expansion.
To attract an even wider audience, especially manga fans and families, this new zone represents a real gamble. According to park director Hervé Lux, the collaboration with Kana, French publisher of "Naruto", involved convincing not only the Japanese rights holders, but also the manga's author, of the quality and ambition of the project.
The total cost, although still confidential, would exceed 10 million euros, including catering and relaxation areas. The aim is to reach 450,000 visitors a year within five years, boosting the tourist appeal of this Provencal park, located just a few kilometers from Avignon.
The new Naruto zone is particularly aimed atanime fans, young adults and teenagers who appreciate Japanese culture and manga. With Naruto's immense popularity, it should also appeal to families looking for original, immersive activities. Visitors who enjoy epic adventures and fantastical universes, such as those of Dragon Ball or One Piece, will find this zone a captivating setting. With this extension, Parc Spirou aims to offer a new dimension of entertainment and satisfy the growing community ofJapanese animation enthusiasts in France.
With this future Naruto extension, Parc Spirou is set to break new ground and strengthen its appeal among manga fans in France. Scheduled to open in 2026, it promises a unique immersive experience for Naruto fans, who will be able to live at the heart of the universe of their favorite hero, Naruto Uzumaki, in a faithful and spellbinding environment.
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Location
Parc Spirou in Provence
1 Rue Jean-Henri Fabre
84170 Monteux
Access
TGV Avignon station (2h45 from Paris). By road, A7 freeway, Avignon Nord exit.
Official website
www.parc-spirou.com
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