Nouvelle-Aquitaine (Vienne), France
Futuroscope near Poitiers is France's futuristic multimedia theme park with 47 cutting-edge attractions! Experience Chasseurs de Tornades (world's best attraction 2023!), Mission Bermudes aquatic adventure through Bermuda Triangle (added 2025), Objectif Mars roller coaster launch, Danse avec les Robots extreme spinning, L'Extraordinaire Voyage flying theater, and revolutionary tech experiences. Futuropolis kids' area full of activities. Spectacular La Clé des Songes nighttime show included FREE! Future/technology/cinema themed. Age 5+ recommended. FREE for under 5! Located 10km north of Poitiers.
Park Highlights
47 Future-Tech Attractions
Revolutionary multimedia experiences combining cinema, robotics, simulators, and immersive technology!
World's Best Attraction 2023
Chasseurs de Tornades (Tornado Chasers) - award-winning extreme motion simulator through Oklahoma storms!
Added in 2025: Mission Bermudes
World's first "rocking boat" ride by Mack Rides opened June 28, 2025! A hybrid water coaster combining flume and coaster sensations through the mysterious Bermuda Triangle. 105cm with adult, 140cm alone.
FREE Nighttime Show
La Clé des Songes spectacular show every evening at closing - included with admission!
Height Breakdown
Heights are the lowest at which each attraction can be boarded, with an adult where allowed. Most rides need 120cm to ride alone.
No Height Requirement (19 Attractions)
Everyone enjoys:
- Eclipse - robotic show with 20 drones
- Les Yeux Grands Fermés - sensory experience in the dark (age 8+, additional fee)
- La Clé des Songes - spectacular nighttime show (FREE!)
- T. Rex, Antarctica, Étincelle and the park's other films and shows
- La Serre des Mondes, The Gyrotour, Pulse ! L'Odyssée Électrique (its Hydrospeed slides need 120-130cm)
- Futuropolis water-play and role-play areas
90cm With an Adult (7 Rides)
- La Machine à Voyager dans le Temps - time travel with the Rabbids (120cm alone)
- Splash Adventure - interactive boat ride (120cm alone)
- Futuropolis: Lumberjacks River, Fledgling Firefighters, The Ascenso-Rocket, The Wings of Da Vinci (120cm alone)
- Futuropolis: Fun Boats - pilot your own boat (90cm, max 120cm)
105cm With an Adult (12 Rides)
Major experiences unlock:
- Mission Bermudes - water adventure (added 2025), 140cm alone
- Chasseurs de Tornades - world's best 2023, tornado chase, 140cm alone
- L'Extraordinaire Voyage - flying theater, 120cm alone (max 200cm)
- Arthur, l'Aventure 4D, Dynamic Vienne, The Aerobar, Hydro Dynamo - 120cm alone
- Velodrole - cycling ride, 150cm alone
- Futuropolis: Rescue Academy, The Pendulum, The Gravity Tower (120cm alone) and Budding Drivers (105cm, max 140cm)
110cm With an Adult (1 Ride)
- Objectif Mars - destination Mars roller coaster with launch! 120cm alone (max 195cm)
120cm+ (5 Rides)
Extreme thrills:
- Danse avec les Robots - industrial robots spin/flip you (max 200cm)
- The Centrifuge - intense G-force spinning
- Turbo Splash - high-speed water slide
- Dynamic! - motion simulator
- Aces in the Sky - aerial thrill ride
130cm+ (2 Attractions)
- La Pyramide and L'Escaladôme - Futuropolis climbing structures
The park's playgrounds post their own height and age limits on boards beside each game.
Best For
- Toddlers (under 90cm): Limited - 19 attractions with no height requirement, FREE entry under 5!
- Young Children (90-105cm): Good - Futuropolis kids' area and shows; 26 attractions open to a child under 100cm with an adult
- Children (105-110cm): Great! 38 attractions with an adult, including Tornado Chasers, Mission Bermudes
- Children (110-120cm): Excellent! 39 attractions, Objectif Mars coaster added
- Teens & Adults (120cm+): ULTIMATE - Every ride including Dance with Robots extreme (the two climbing structures need 130cm)
- Families: Perfect - Age 5+ recommended, activities for all heights, FREE nighttime show
- Tech Enthusiasts: Ideal - Cutting-edge multimedia experiences, robotics, simulators
Featured Attractions
Mission Bermudes 🌊
OPENED June 28, 2025! World's first "rocking boat" ride by Mack Rides - a hybrid water coaster combining flume and coaster sensations. 500m course with 16m drop at 60+ km/h through the mysterious Bermuda Triangle. 105cm with adult, 140cm alone.
Chasseurs de Tornades 🌪️
World's BEST attraction 2023! Chase tornados through Oklahoma on extreme motion simulator! Experience Category 5 storm intensity with incredible wind and rain effects. Heart-pounding immersive adventure. 105cm with adult, 140cm alone.
Objectif Mars 🚀
Destination Mars roller coaster! Launch to the red planet with thrilling drops, turns, and space-age theming. High-speed family coaster adventure. 110cm with adult, 120cm alone, max 195cm.
Danse avec les Robots 🤖
Dance with industrial robots! Extreme spinning and flipping choreography performed by massive robotic arms. One of the most intense experiences! 120cm-200cm only.
L'Extraordinaire Voyage ✈️
Flying theater experience! Suspended seats soar over breathtaking world landscapes with wind, scent, and water effects. Magical journey. 105cm with adult, 120cm alone, max 200cm.
Arthur, l'Aventure 4D 🎬
Arthur's world comes alive! Join Arthur's miniature universe with immersive 4D effects, motion simulation, and adventure. Based on Luc Besson films. 105cm with adult, 120cm alone.
Eclipse 🤖
Robotic spectacle! Enhanced in 2025, the show features a precision robotic performance with 20 drones creating stunning aerial choreography. Outdoor show. No height restriction.
La Clé des Songes 🌙
Spectacular nighttime show! Every evening at park closing, experience magical multimedia production with projections, lights, music, and special effects. FREE with admission! No height restriction.
Les Yeux Grands Fermés 👁️
Eyes wide shut! Renewed 2025 with 20-minute sensory experience in complete darkness. Heightened senses adventure. Additional fee. No height restriction.
The Aerobar 🍸
Bar at 35 meters high! Slowly ascending circular platform offers panoramic park views while enjoying refreshments. Unique experience! 105cm with adult, 120cm alone.
La Machine à Voyager dans le Temps 🕰️
Time travel with the Rabbids! Hilarious journey through history with the crazy Rabbids from Ubisoft games. Fun for all ages! 90cm with adult, 120cm alone.
Futuropolis 🏙️
Kids' urban playground! Activities where children feel grown-up. Electric cars, firefighters, boats, rockets, and more. Dedicated children's zone with 90-105cm attractions!
Unique Features
Future & Technology Theme
Pioneering multimedia park focused on cinema, futurism, robotics, and immersive tech - unique in France!
Award-Winning Attractions
Chasseurs de Tornades named world's best attraction 2023 - international recognition for quality!
One New Attraction Every Year
Continuous innovation! Mission Bermudes opened 2025, keeping park fresh and exciting.
FREE Nighttime Show Included
La Clé des Songes spectacular show every evening at closing - no additional charge!
FREE for Children Under 5
Most affordable family option - young children enter free!
10km from Poitiers
Convenient Nouvelle-Aquitaine location, western France, easy access from major cities!
Year-Round Operation
Open most of the year, with a winter closure (usually early January to early February) and seasonal hours adapted to demand!
Pricing System
- Admission Tickets (at our last check)
- Peak Season (€56/€46)
- Adult: €56
- Child (5-12): €46
- Under 5: FREE
- Mid Season (€51/€42)
- Adult: €51
- Child (5-12): €42
- Under 5: FREE
- Low Season (€46/€38)
- Adult: €46
- Child (5-12): €38
- Under 5: FREE
- Booking Fees
- €4 without accommodation
- €11 with accommodation packages
- What's Included
- Unlimited access to all 47 attractions (except Les Yeux Grands Fermés)
- La Clé des Songes nighttime show
- All entertainment and shows
- Re-entry same day
- Not Included
- Les Yeux Grands Fermés (additional fee)
- Cyber Avenue arcade games
- Food and beverages
- Photos/souvenirs
- Special events (separate tickets)
- Multi-Day Packages
- 2-day passes available from €140/adult with accommodation
- Hotel packages with park entry
- Annual passes for frequent visitors
Top Tips for Visitors
- Book online - Often cheaper than gate prices, avoid booking fees
- Arrive at opening - 09:15-09:30, attractions fill up quickly
- Height wristband - Get measured once at information point, no need to measure at each ride
- Futuropolis first - For young children, visit kids' area early before crowds
- Stay for nighttime show - La Clé des Songes FREE spectacular at closing
- Mid-week visits - Quieter Thursday-Friday in low season
- School holidays - Park open daily April-August, expect crowds
- FREE parking - Ample parking at park entrance
- Download app - Official app shows wait times and show schedules
- Lunch strategy - Eat early (11:30) or late (14:00) to avoid peak crowds
Best Times to Visit
- Quietest
- February-March weekdays (Thursday-Sunday only, park closed Mon-Wed low season)
- Busiest
- July-August, French school holidays (April, October)
- Open daily
- April to August (high season)
- Extended hours
- Summer evenings until 23:00 for nighttime show
- Closed
- usually early January to early February (winter closure)
- Best weather
- May-June, September (comfortable, smaller crowds)
- Peak hours
- 12:00-16:00 (lunch time rush)
Facilities
- 47 attractions - Multimedia, simulators, shows, rides
- Futuropolis - Dedicated kids' zone
- Multiple restaurants - Table service and quick service
- Cafés and snacks - Throughout park
- FREE parking - Ample spaces at entrance
- Accessible facilities - Wheelchair-friendly attractions
- Baby care rooms - Changing and nursing facilities
- Lockers - Secure belongings
- First aid - Medical support on-site
- Information point - Height wristbands, assistance
- Hotels - On-site themed hotels available
- FREE Wi-Fi - Throughout park
- Gift shops - Souvenirs and merchandise
- Aquascope water park - Additional water attractions (seasonal)
Getting There
- By Car
- From Paris: 3h30 via A10 motorway (Autoroute de l'Aquitaine)
- From Bordeaux: 2h30 via A10
- From Nantes: 1h45 via A87 and A10
- Exit: Futuroscope (Sortie 28)
- FREE parking at park entrance
- By Train (TGV)
- Futuroscope TGV Station - Direct station at park entrance!
- From Paris: 1h25 (Gare Montparnasse to Futuroscope TGV)
- From Bordeaux: 1h15
- From Nantes: 2h15
- Walk to park: 5 minutes from station
- By Air
- Poitiers-Biard Airport: 20 minutes by car
- Paris airports: 3h30 by train/car
- Bordeaux Airport: 2h30
- Nantes Airport: 2h
- Address for GPS
Avenue du Téléport, 86360 Chasseneuil-du-Poitou, France
Age Recommendations
- Ages 0-5: Limited - FREE entry! 19 attractions with no height requirement, might find park too intense
- Ages 5-9 (90-105cm): Good - Futuropolis kids' zone, family attractions, age 5+ recommended
- Ages 9-12 (105-120cm): Excellent! Most attractions including Tornado Chasers, Mission Bermudes
- Ages 12-16 (120cm+): Amazing! Every ride including extreme Dance with Robots
- Teens & Adults: Perfect - Cutting-edge tech experiences, thrills, multimedia innovation
- Families: Ideal - Activities for age 5+, FREE nighttime show, kids' area
Money-Saving Tips
- Book online early - Lowest prices on official website
- Low season - €46 adult vs €56 peak (save €10!)
- FREE under 5 - Bring young children at no cost
- Multi-day passes - 2-day packages better value than 2 singles
- FREE nighttime show - Don't miss La Clé des Songes (no extra charge!)
- Pack lunch - Picnic areas available (check park policy)
- Weekday visits - Often cheaper than weekends
- Annual pass - If visiting 2+ times per year
- Group bookings - Discounts for 20+ people
- Student discounts - Check official website for offers
Safety & Restrictions
- Height Requirements Strictly Enforced
- 90cm with an adult: 7 rides, mostly in Futuropolis
- 105cm with an adult: 12 rides including the major attractions - most need 120cm alone, Mission Bermudes and Chasseurs de Tornades 140cm alone
- 110cm with an adult: Objectif Mars roller coaster (120cm alone)
- 120cm: Extreme rides (5 attractions)
- 130cm: Futuropolis climbing structures (2)
- Maximum Heights
- L'Extraordinaire Voyage: 200cm maximum
- Danse avec les Robots: 200cm maximum
- Objectif Mars: 195cm maximum
- Age Restrictions
- Park recommended for ages 5 and up
- Some shows may frighten very young children
- Adult supervision required for children under 13
- Medical Conditions
- Pregnant women: Not permitted on motion simulators and thrills
- Back/neck problems: Check with staff before intense attractions
- Heart conditions: Consult medical professional before visit
- Motion sickness: Take precautions on simulators
- General Safety
- Follow all posted height/age requirements
- Listen to staff instructions
- Secure loose items before rides
- Use lockers for valuables
Operating Hours & Season
- General Schedule
- Opens: 09:15 - 09:30 (varies by season)
- Closes: 19:00 - 23:00 (varies by season)
- La Clé des Songes: Every evening at closing time
- Seasonal Operations
- Winter Closure: usually early January to early February
- Low Season (Feb-Mar, Nov-Dec): Thursday-Sunday only
- High Season (Apr-Aug): Open daily
- School Holidays: Open daily with extended hours
- Example Summer Hours
Selected summer days: 09:30 - 23:00
- Note
- Hours subject to change. Check official calendar before visit!
Added in 2025
Mission Bermudes 🌊
Opened June 28, 2025! World's first "rocking boat" ride exploring mysteries of the Bermuda Triangle. Family-friendly water coaster with special effects and storytelling. 105cm with adult, 140cm alone.
Eclipse Enhanced 🤖
Robotic show upgraded with 20 drones creating spectacular aerial choreography synchronized with robots!
Les Yeux Grands Fermés Renewed 👁️
Extended to 20-minute course with enhanced sensory experiences in complete darkness. Additional fee required.
Futuropolis - Kids' Zone
Activities for Young Children!
Urban playground where kids feel grown-up with age-appropriate activities:
- 90cm Rides (5)
- Lumberjacks River - gentle water course (with adult, max 140cm)
- Fledgling Firefighters - interactive fire brigade (with adult)
- The Ascenso-Rocket - vertical launch experience (with adult, max 190cm)
- The Wings of Da Vinci - Leonardo's flying machine (with adult)
- Fun Boats - pilot steering boats (max 120cm)
- 105cm Rides (4)
- Budding Drivers - electric car driving school (max 140cm)
- Rescue Academy, The Pendulum, The Gravity Tower (with adult, 120cm alone)
Plus playgrounds, interactive exhibits and two 130cm climbing structures (La Pyramide, L'Escaladôme) designed for ages 5-12!
Technology & Innovation
- Cutting-Edge Experiences
- 4D attractions - Multi-sensory with wind, water, scent
- Motion simulators - Extreme motion platforms
- Flying theaters - Suspended seating over giant screens
- Robotic interactions - Industrial robots, precision choreography
- Augmented reality - Digital overlay experiences
- 3D cinema - Immersive storytelling
- Virtual reality - VR experiences (select attractions)
Perfect for Rainy Days
Majority indoor attractions! Many experiences take place inside climate-controlled buildings. Even in poor weather, most of the park remains accessible and enjoyable!
Accommodation
- On-Site Hotels
- Hotel du Futuroscope - themed rooms
- Hotel Jules Verne - literary theme
- Station Cosmos - space theme
- Packages Available
- 2-day 1-night from €140/adult
- Breakfast included options
- Park entry included with hotel stays
Dining Options
- Multiple Restaurants
- Space Loop - The Rollercoaster Restaurant® (robot servers!)
- Table service restaurants
- Quick service counters
- Cafés and snacks throughout park
- Special Dietary Needs
- Vegetarian options available
- Allergy information provided
- Baby food heating facilities
Photography
- Photography allowed throughout park
- Professional photos available for purchase at select attractions
- Capture nighttime show La Clé des Songes
- Share on social media: #Futuroscope
Group Events & Bookings
- School group packages
- Corporate events
- Birthday party options
- Group rates for 20+ people
- Educational programs available
- Contact: +33 5 49 49 11 12
Languages
- French (primary language)
- English information available
- Multilingual staff at information points
- English signage on many attractions
- International visitors welcome!
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible attractions marked on map
- Companion passes available for disabled visitors
- Priority access for guests with disabilities
- Accessible restrooms throughout park
- Wheelchair rental available
- Contact park in advance for specific needs
Important Reminders
- Age 5+ recommended - Most attractions suitable from age 5
- FREE under 5 - Young children enter at no cost!
- Book online - Better prices than gate admission
- Height wristband - Get measured once at information point
- Stay for show - La Clé des Songes nighttime show included FREE
- Winter closure - Park usually closed early January to early February
- Check calendar - Low season operates Thursday-Sunday only
- TGV station - Direct train station at park entrance!
- Mission Bermudes - opened 28 June 2025