Île-de-France (Yvelines), France
France Miniature is a unique 5-hectare outdoor park in Elancourt, shaped like France itself and featuring 117 meticulously crafted 1/30-scale replicas of France's most iconic monuments. Beyond the miniatures, the park offers 22 interactive attractions and experiences including TV-show themed adventures, rides for children, and educational activities. Located just 20 minutes from Paris and 10 minutes from Versailles!
Park Highlights
117 Miniature Monuments - Explore all of France in one afternoon! Walk past the Eiffel Tower, Mont-Saint-Michel, Palace of Versailles, Pont du Gard, and 113 other famous landmarks, all precisely positioned to match their real-world locations. At 1/30th scale, these detailed replicas bring French heritage to life!
Fort Boyard Challenges - Conquer 7 challenges inspired by the legendary French TV show! Test your skills, bravery, and teamwork in this interactive adventure based on the iconic island fort.
Koh-Lanta Village - 370m² survival adventure! Compete in strategy games, water challenges, and evasion activities inspired by the popular French reality show. Do you have what it takes to become the ultimate adventurer?
Added in 2025
Professor Anatole Foiretout's Crazy Experience - An immersive time-travel quest combining comedy and history! Meet the eccentric professor, a marquise, a knight, and a scientist for a hilarious historical adventure. It ran on selected dates during the 2025 season; check the park's events calendar for current dates.
Enhanced Signage - All park signage redesigned in 2025 with focus on sport, inclusivity, and biodiversity.
Audio Guides - QR codes at 12 major monuments narrated by heritage expert Stéphane Bern provide fascinating historical context!
Rides for Children
Galipettes - Two-seater capsule spinning in loops! Thrilling rotations for young adventurers.
Pile ou Face - Gravity-testing shuttle ride! Experience forces as you swing back and forth.
Même pas peur - Water landing boat speeding at 40 km/h! Big splash finale.
Tête en l'air - Soar over the English Channel in gondolas! Gentle flight with views.
Le Toboggan de course - Speed slide descending from 9 meters! Race your friends down.
T'es pas Cap - Climb the 8-meter volcano, then slide back down! Adventure awaits.
La ronde des autos - Electric bumper cars for ages 4-10. Young drivers take control!
Les Minis Zaventuriers - Navigate obstacle course on tree trunks! Balance and adventure.
Interactive Experiences
Cirque des Zinzins - Suspended acrobatic course 4 meters high with 20 workshops! Test your agility and balance on this challenging aerial adventure. Minimum 1 meter height required.
Prehistoric Cave - Touch-screen painting activity inspired by Lascaux! Create ancient art like prehistoric humans.
Archaeological Dig - Excavate Gallo-Roman and medieval treasures! Become an archaeologist and uncover France's hidden history.
France of Legends - Immersive investigation traveling around France to save legendary creatures from the fairy Morgane! Additional €4.50.
Educational Features
12 Narrated Monuments - Scan QR codes at major sites to hear fascinating stories from heritage expert Stéphane Bern. Learn about:
- Eiffel Tower
- Mont-Saint-Michel
- Palace of Versailles
- Carcassonne fortifications
- And 8 more iconic landmarks!
Geography Made Fun - The park's France-shaped layout helps children understand French geography while having fun!
Practical Information
- Season
- usually early April to early November; check the park's official calendar for this year's dates.
- Hours
- Peak Season: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Off-Peak: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Closed Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays in September-October
- Admission
- Children under 3: FREE
- Children (4-11 years): €23
- Adults (12+): €29
- France of Legends add-on: €4.50
- Special Offer
- Buy 1 adult ticket, get 1 child ticket FREE (an early-season offer with online booking at our last check)
- Parking
- €5 per vehicle (free for disabled visitors and coaches)
- Location
- Boulevard André Malraux, Elancourt
- 20 minutes from Paris
- 10 minutes from Versailles
- 30 km west of central Paris
- Perfect for
- Families, educational trips, anyone wanting to see all of France in one day, history enthusiasts, geography learners
- Ideal Age
- 6+ (some activities for ages 3-6)
- Contact
- +33 1 30 16 16 30 (Mon-Fri, 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM)
Visit www.franceminiature.fr for tickets, Professor Anatole show dates, and special events. Experience France's monuments, history, and adventure all in one unique park!
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