Parc Astérix

Inspired by the comic book series and animated films following the adventures of Astérix and his band of ‘indomitable Gauls’, Parc Astérix is one of France’s most popular theme parks. 

There is fun for all the family, from adrenaline-fuelled rollercoasters to gentle rides for smaller children, as well as shows, parades and the chance to meet the Astérix characters.

Where is Parc Astérix?

Parc Astérix is in the Hauts-de-France region, around 35km north of Paris. Other nearby places of interest include Château de Chantilly (20km away).

Driving to Parc Astérix from Calais

It takes around 2½ hours to drive to Parc Astérix from our terminal in Calais. Take the A16 out of Calais, the A26 towards Saint-Omer and Arras and then the A1 to Paris. Take the direct exit for Parc Astérix between exits 7 and 8. 

Car parking is not included in your admission ticket. Check the Parc Astérix website for up-to-date charges.

You are guaranteed a warm welcome by Astérix and Obelix!

Planning your trip

Parc Astérix is not open all year round. The park is open every day from early April to early September, 10am to 7pm, and then at weekends for the rest of the year. The park is also open every day during school holidays in October and November and at Christmas.

During the Gallic Summer period (mid-July to early September) the park extends opening hours from 10am to 10pm. Check the Parc Astérix opening hours for full details.

Astérix fans will be delighted by the familiar scenes from the village of indomitable Gauls

Cétautomatix

When he’s not squabbling over fish that isn’t fresh, our talented Gallic blacksmith, Cétautomatix, is full of ideas. His latest folly? Opening his own garage for new and used chariots. Come and try out these indestructible vehicles on our test track. With tight bends, slippery tracks and impressive descents, you’ll be propelled along on speedsters that will spin you about. 

Rides for thrill-seekers

Parc Astérix roller coasters are legendary. Some are record-breaking, and some, like Oziris and Tonnerre 2 Zeus, are not for the faint-hearted! Check the height rules for children before starting to queue for any of these coasters. 

The roller coasters at Park Astérix are some of the best in France

La Tour de Numérobis 

More than it looks: you’ll never guess the incredible genius of Numérobis! On completing their vertiginous ascent to a height of 40 metres, visitors will be rewarded with an amazing panoramic view of the whole of Gaul – from their perch in Egypt! And as for the descent, no need to panic! It’s as gentle as can be – Numérobis has given us his word! 

Toutatis, the record-beating ride 

The Toutatis area has been a great success with visitors, reaching the Parc Astérix Top 3. 

Celebrate Toutatis during an original druidic festival. Show your bravery by riding this one-of-a-kind attraction. With a top speed of 110km/h and standing 51 metres tall, it’s the tallest, fastest roller coaster in France. Try the hypnotising experience of Chez Gyrofolix, a family-friendly attraction that the youngest brave Gauls will love! And of course, the Sanglier d’Or Playground.

Tonnerre 2 Zeus

Tonnerre 2 Zeus is the upgraded version of the park’s famous wooden roller coaster, with even more thrills and sensations under the towering statue of Zeus. 

Strap your little Gauls in (as long as they’re over 1.3m tall!) for two high speed bends, a tunnel full of smoke and strobe effects, and a new top speed of 90 km/h. The last two wagons are positioned backwards to allow a full hair-raising experience!

La Trace du Hourra

In the ever popular Gaul zone, La Trace du Hourra is a roller coaster bobsleigh ride for all the family. You travel for 900 metres at 60 km/h around bends, spirals and a mammoth double tusk section. Little Gauls can go on this one, which is the second longest bobsled coaster in Europe, and one of the highest and fastest in the world.

Goudurix

One of the park’s original roller coasters when it opened in 1989, Goudurix is a seven looper Big Dipper that seasoned adrenaline junkies will love! Located in the Viking area, Goudurix features a dizzying range of elements, including a batwing, a butterfly, a vertical loop and a corkscrew. The coaster runs at 90 km/h and offers amazing views of the park – if, that is, you can keep your eyes open amid all the loop the loops!  

Le Cheval de Troie

Swing high on la Cheval de Troie

Located in the Greece area,  this ride is inspired by the legendary Trojan horse used by the ancient Greeks in the Siege of Troy. There is no deception here, however – Le Cheval de Troie will leave you in no doubt that your stomach is churning! Take your seat and hold tight as the carriage swings higher and higher, giving ever more thrilling ups and downs until it hovers at 12m above the ground, and finally makes its descent.

Fun for all the family

Chez Gyrofolix

Chez Gyrofolix is a gigantic four-armed seesaw in which even little Gauls can take an exciting trip. Sit in the pods at the end of each arm and go up and down and round and round, as the giant gyroscope rotates on its axis. Get awesome views of the new Toutatis area too! 

Les Chaudrons

Falling into a cauldron isn’t usually much fun, but at Parc Astérix things are different. The magic potion that gives indomitable Gauls their super strength is brewed up in a cauldron like this, and as you get buffeted around your symptoms will be light-headedness, fits of the giggles and screams of delight! 

La Petite Tempête

Stormy weather is forecast for this gentle circular ride which all the family can take. Your little boat will be tossed around as it spins its way through the stormy seas. You will find  La Petite Tempête in the area of the Gauls. Children need to be 90cm tall to be allowed onto this ride when accompanied by an adult. 

Ancient Egypt is one of the six themed areas in Park Astérix

Shows & parades

All the shows and parades at Parc Astérix are included in the price of your ticket. 

New musical 

Follow the adventures of Groupidupianix and Sérotonine, two young Gauls who’ll do anything to make their dreams come true: one wants to be a famous bard, and the other wants to be accepted as the first female Druid. Together they’ll be singing all sorts of songs written specially for the show, surrounded by the most impressive, awesome scenery. You can catch the 25-minute show at the Théâtre de Panoramix.

Gaulois - Romains: Le Match

In this 25-minute theatrical and acrobatic show, indomitable Gauls and all-conquering (usually) Romans go head to head in three physical trials. The outcome will decide the fate of the Gaulish village of Astérix and co. 

Les offrandes de Cléopâtre

‘The offerings of Cleopatra’ is an 8-minute outdoor show that takes place in the Ancient Egypt area. Cleopatra pleads with Oziris – the god, not the roller coaster – to send her people water after a terrible drought. 

Du Rififi dans la basse-cour

‘Rififi in the barnyard’ tells the tale of a Roman soldier who finds himself catapulted into the Gaulish village of Astérix and Obelix, and how he makes friends with all the animals in the barnyard. This 20-minute show makes for a lovely break from all the action in the area of the Gauls, more or less in the centre of the whole park.

Restaurants

As you can’t have the perfect holiday without great food, why not sit down to a meal at the Fastes du Nil? It’s the number one fast food restaurant in Egypt, and with good reason: Queen Cleopatra’s taster himself came up with the idea for this friendly place, where the menu is sure to tantalise the taste buds of gourmets young and old. It’s even said that the queen often travels from Alexandria to enjoy the food. 

Where to stay

There are three hotels in Parc Astérix, each with a distinctive theme related to Astérix, history or days gone by. All are within easy walking distance from the attractions and include free parking. You could easily bump into an Astérix character or two during your stay. Best of all, hotel guests can enjoy the park 30 minutes before everyone else!

Les Quais de Lutèce Hotel

Explore Les Quais de Lutèce in 50 BC! The first 4-star hotel in the Parc Astérix takes you deep in the heart of Lutetia, in the time of Astérix and Obélix. 

Les Quais de Lutèce was designed as a link between the banks of the river Seine, where guests could experience the true Gallic way of life. 

The Quays of Lutèce will transport you back to the days of Roman Paris. The city was then known as Lutèce, and this award-winning 4-star hotel has been designed to look like a riverside 

scene from those times, its timber framed buildings teeming with trade and entertainment. Dine in the restaurant Berges de Seine for added authenticity!

La Citè Suspendue Hotel: one world, three universes

‘The Hanging City’ is a forest hotel suspended above the ground, reflecting the Celtic people’s veneration for trees and nature. This is something of a magical place, nestled in a forest with elevated walkways and modern rooms on stilts. Stylish and comfortable rooms await you in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

Between heaven and earth, the mysterious villages of the Potters, Druids and Artists bear witness to life in the ancient Celtic city. Comfortable, elegant rooms await you in a friendly atmosphere. 

The Hotel Les Trois Hiboux, in the heart of the forest

Located deep in the forest, Les Trois Hiboux offers the opportunity to stay with your family in an authentic atmosphere. The naturally decorated rooms and the restaurant-buffet for all tastes will provide a well-deserved relaxing break.

Read more about the hotels of Parc Astérix.

Gaul in Gaul, it’s a great day out!

Enjoy Parc Astérix with LeShuttle

‘Getafix’ of the comic book fun at Parc Astérix! With LeShuttle, you don’t have to take a ramshackle 1st-century boat from Britain to Gaul either! It’s just a 35-minute crossing from Folkestone to Calais, and then only 2½ hours by car from our terminal. 

Key dates 2025/2026

L’été Gaulois, 12 July to 30 August 2025

Every evening, open until 10 p.m.

An adventure tailored to help you make the most of a typical Gaulish summer: activities for young and old, attractions of all kinds, shows, and more! The Revanche des Pirates — Grand Splatch is guaranteed to make a splash this eventful season!

Peur sur le Parc, 4 October to 11 November 2025

As the Gauls are such mischief-makers, they’ve got plenty of surprises in store for you with Peur sur le Parc from 4 October to 11 November 2025.

With either family or friends, there’s a fright for everyone!

The more adventurous among you can discover the latest haunted house, ‘Les Enfers de Pompéi’. Beware, your hopes of getting out alive will be reduced to ashes. 

And there are still three dedicated zones: Petit Frisson, Frayeur Modérée and Grosse Terreur.

So if you’re up for it, there’s a whole host of spine-tingling activities waiting for you, including all-new shows, mysterious encounters, metamorphosed attractions, and the hat on the jack o’ lantern: the unmissable haunted houses and must-see Défilé des monstres!

Join us for our wild night-time openings on 11, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 29, 30, 31 October and 1, 8 and 10 November 2025 (special ticket required) 

Noël Gaulois, 20 December to 4 January 2026

To celebrate Christmas, the indomitable Gauls plea for a truce with the Romans, backed by chunky snow-capped menhirs, exuberant events, frosty decorations and Christmas carols. Get into the Christmas spirit at Parc Astérix. 

Come and have some fun with the Glissade d’Obélix, the frosty winter sport for young and old! Climb Mont Gaulois, grab your Obélix inflatable ring and speed down the slope.

Discover the mysteries of the ‘Jardins Merveilleux du Père Noël’, a magical trail of lights, and explore the Le Bois Enchanté, La Vallée Glacée and Le Village du Père Noël. You could even meet the Gallic Father Christmas!

Experience the rhythm of the Christmas shows, where acrobats and dancers come together to create unforgettable moments. 

Take a stroll through the Christmas market, with its typical winter food stalls, and enjoy the warmth of the giant fire pit in this cosy atmosphere. Finally, watch the Noël Gaulois parade and final sound, light and pyrotechnics show: ‘L’île aux vœux’. 

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