Great Days Out in Picardy

Bagatelle Theme Park

This theme park, created in 1955, is the oldest in France. It is, however, constantly improving its rides, its shows and its range of animals. Take a ride down the Canadian River Run, go to Torture Island if you dare and search for gold in the Sunken Gold Mine. The new ride for last year was The Raft, likened to being sucked down a plughole! The park also has a small zoo with over 200 animals and also a circus! The secret to this park's success is its unique mix of traditional and modern attractions, a great day out!
www.bagatelle.fr/

Nausicaa Sealife Centre (Boulogne-sur-Mer)

Discover the circle of life under the sea at this large Sea Life Centre; there is a tour that takes you through from plankton to the giants of the sea - the sharks and whales. The emphasis is on education and conservation at this centre, a great deal of research goes on behind the scenes and you can often see marine biologists swimming in the tanks with the fish. There are touch pools and also information screens which answer any questions you may have. There are many diverse exhibitions to keep you interested. There is something for everyone at Nausicaa, be sure to go on the guided tour - it is well worth it.
www.nausicaa.fr/

Cerza Zoo

This zoo has been recommended by previous customers. A large part of Cerza's 50 hectares of natural countryside is devoted to the animals of the African plains. Here, the White Rhino, Giraffe, Oryx, Lion and Hyena live side by side! There are observation posts where you can closely watch the animals in their natural habitat without being in any danger. Don't miss Monkey Island where you will be able to see monkeys moving around amongst the rocks, waterfalls and thick vegetation. There is a free safari train too, which is guaranteed to keep all of the family occupied.
www.cerza.com