Grand Est (Bas-Rhin), France
Cigoland in Kintzheim, Alsace is a family park combining a white stork sanctuary with 18 attractions - perfect for children aged 2-12. Founded in 1974, this charming park raises awareness about Alsace's ecosystem while offering gentle rides, water attractions, and the Le Pommier 40-seat swing ride (added 2025).
Park Highlights
Stork Conservation
The park began as a stork breeding centre and remains home to white storks (cigognes) - Alsace's iconic bird.
Added in 2025
Le Pommier - 40 flying chairs spinning through the air, added in July 2025.
Family-Focused
Designed specifically for ages 2-12 with most attractions accessible to younger children.
Immersive Cinema
Noody Studio shows "Noody, une Odyssée en Alsace" - the park's first in-house production.
Height Breakdown
No Height Restriction (3 Attractions)
For everyone:
- La Forêt Enchantée - mechanical rides in enchanted forest setting
- La Plaine des Jeux - large playground with slides and climbing
- Noody Studio - immersive cinema
Any Height with an Adult (8 Attractions)
No minimum when accompanied; the height shown is to go alone:
- Carrousel 1900 (95cm alone) - classic vintage carousel
- La MarOjeux (105cm alone) - aquatic play area
- Le Monorail La Cigogne (120cm alone) - elevated monorail over stork nests
- Les Vieux Tacots (120cm alone) - vintage car circuit
- Les Canards Géants (120cm alone) - giant duck boats
- Les Tracteurs de Hansi (120cm alone) - tractor ride
- Le Cigopanoramique (135cm alone) - panoramic observation ride
- Le Petit Train Pédagogique (135cm alone) - educational train tour
85cm+ (2 Rides)
First adventures (with adult):
- Les Chevaux Galopants (85cm w/adult, 120cm alone) - galloping horses
- Les Canoës (85cm w/adult, 135cm alone) - boat ride on water
95cm+ (2 Rides)
Growing fun:
- Le Train de la Mine (95cm w/adult, 120cm alone) - mine train coaster
- Waterwar (95cm w/adult, 120cm alone) - water battle boats
100-105cm+ (2 Attractions)
More independence:
- Le Pommier (100cm w/adult, 120cm alone) - flying chairs (added 2025)
- Les Voitures Électriques (105cm, max 150cm) - electric cars circuit
110cm+ (1 Ride)
Water thrills:
- Toboggans Aquatiques (110cm w/adult, 120cm alone, max 120kg) - two water slides from 4.5m platform
Best For
- Toddlers (under 85cm): Good - 11 attractions with no minimum height (some with an adult)
- Young Children (under 100cm): Great! Access to 15 attractions with adult
- Children (under 120cm): Excellent! 18 attractions accessible with adult
- Older Children (120cm+): Full park access - all 18 attractions, most of them without an adult
- Teens/Adults: Limited appeal - park designed for under 12s
Featured Attractions
Le Train de la Mine
The park's signature coaster - a gentle mine train perfect for first-time coaster riders. 95cm with adult, 120cm alone.
Le Pommier (added 2025)
40 flying chairs spinning above the park - added in July 2025. 100cm with adult.
Toboggans Aquatiques
Two water slides launching from a 4.5m platform - 25 metres of splashing fun! 110cm with adult, 120cm alone.
Le Cigopanoramique
Panoramic ride offering views across the park and stork enclosures. Any height with an adult, 135cm alone.
La Forêt Enchantée
1,000m² enchanted forest area (opened 2023) with mechanical rides under shady trees.
Unique Features
Stork Sanctuary
Watch white storks being raised - the park's original mission since 1974. Monorail passes directly over nesting areas.
Circus Shows
Daily performances by Joubinaux company including juggling, magic, clowns, and laser shows. Two different shows per day.
Noody Studio
Immersive cinema showing "Noody, une Odyssée en Alsace" - an exclusive Cigoland production.
Barefoot Trail
Sentier Pieds Nus - sensory walking path for all ages.
Typical Season
- Opening Dates
- usually late March to early November; check the park's official calendar for this year's dates.
- Typical schedule
- Late March to mid-April: Wednesdays & weekends
- Late April to early September: Daily
- Early September to late October: Wednesdays & weekends
- Late October to early November: Daily (autumn holidays)
- Hours
- 10:00 - 18:00 (extended to 19:00 on busy days)
Pricing (at our last check)
- Standard Admission
- Adults (12+): €21
- Children (3-11): €19
- Seniors (60+): €19.50
- Under 3: FREE
- Birthday child (under 12): FREE with proof
- What's Included
- Unlimited access to all attractions
- Circus shows
- Noody Studio cinema
- Animal enclosures
Top Tips for Visitors
- Arrive at opening - Beat crowds to popular rides
- Bring swimwear - Water attractions will get you wet!
- Watch the storks - Take the monorail for best nest views
- Catch both circus shows - Different performances each time
- Try barefoot trail - Unique sensory experience
- Pack snacks - Limited dining options on-site
- Visit Le Pommier early - The flying chairs are popular, so queues build later in the day
Facilities
- Dining: Snack bars and picnic areas
- Baby care: Changing facilities available
- FREE parking: Large car park
- Gift shop: Stork-themed souvenirs
- Accessibility: Most paths wheelchair accessible
Getting There
- Location
- Route de Sélestat, 67600 Kintzheim
- By Car
- From Strasbourg: 45 minutes via A35
- From Colmar: 20 minutes via A35
- FREE parking on-site
- Nearby Attractions
- Montagne des Singes (monkey mountain) - 5 min
- Volerie des Aigles (eagle show) - 5 min
- Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg - 10 min
Age Recommendations
- Under 3 years: Limited but FREE entry - playgrounds and animals
- 3-6 years: Ideal! Most attractions designed for this age
- 6-10 years: Good - can access almost everything
- 10-12 years: Still enjoyable but approaching upper limit
- Teens/Adults: Mainly for accompanying children
Weather Considerations
- Outdoor park - Weather dependent
- Water rides - Best on warm days
- La Forêt Enchantée - Shaded area for hot days
- Circus shows - Indoor, rain or shine
Alsace Day Trip Ideas
Combine Cigoland with nearby attractions:
- Morning: Cigoland (4-5 hours)
- Afternoon: Montagne des Singes OR Volerie des Aigles
- Evening: Explore Riquewihr or Ribeauvillé villages
Perfect family day in the heart of Alsace wine country!