Mer de Sable
France's first themed park (1963)! NEW 2025: Wild Buffalo - France's first GCI wooden coaster! €5M, 500m track, 67 km/h. 30+ attractions across 3 Wild West zones. 60% of rides accessible at 90cm+! Unique natural sand dune location. 40km from Paris. FREE under 3! Ermenonville Forest, Oise.
Data last verified on 21 January 2025. Always confirm critical restrictions with the park on the day of your visit.
Quick Stats
- Total Rides:
- 25
- No Restrictions:
- 15
- Adult Price:
- EUR34
- Child Price:
- EUR28
- Parking:
- Free
- Updated:
- 21 January 2025
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Rides by Height Requirement
All Rides & Attractions
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Ride Name | Type | Height Requirement | Intensity | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bandidos Spinning coaster! Bandit-themed spinning thrills. 120cm minimum. | Coaster | 120cm alone | Medium | 1:30 |
Baptême Poney Pony rides! For children aged 2+. Gentle pony experience. No height restriction (age 2+). | interactive | No restriction | Gentle | 5:00 |
Canoë Fou Crazy canoe! Spinning water fun. No height restriction. | Family | No restriction | Medium | 1:30 |
Cheyenne River Log flume with 20m drop! Spectacular splashing finale. 90cm with adult, 120cm alone. | Water | 90cm with adult 120cm alone | High | 4:00 |
Chiquit'O Spinning water ride for little ones! Gentle splashing fun. No height restriction. | Family | No restriction | Gentle | 2:00 |
Cycl'o vent Cycling ride! Wind-powered adventure. No height restriction. | Family | No restriction | Gentle | 2:00 |
Disco Loco Spinning disc ride! Rotating platform with extreme thrills. 120cm minimum. | Thrill | 120cm alone | High | 2:30 |
El Condor Flying chairs! Soar like a condor. 100cm minimum. | Family | 100cm alone | Medium | 2:00 |
La Rivière des Castors Beaver river! Gentle water ride for families. No height restriction. | Water | No restriction | Gentle | 4:00 |
La Rivière Sauvage Wild river rapids! Spinning and splashing through rough waters. 100cm with adult, 140cm alone. | Water | 100cm with adult 140cm alone | High | 5:00 |
La Ruée vers l'Or Gold rush! Rotating platform adventure. 100cm minimum. | Family | 100cm alone | Medium | 2:30 |
Le Bayou des Chikapas Dark boat ride! Journey through mysterious bayou swamp. No height restriction. | interactive | No restriction | Gentle | 5:00 |
Le Camp des Explorateurs Explorer camp playground! Climbing, sliding, exploring for kids. No height restriction. | Play Area | No restriction | Gentle | 20:00 |
Le Pont Suspendu Suspension bridge! Walk across swaying bridge. No height restriction. | interactive | No restriction | Medium | 5:00 |
Le Raid du Désert Desert raid! Adventure through sand dunes. No height restriction. | Family | No restriction | Medium | 3:00 |
Le Totem Totem-themed ride! Native American experience. No height restriction. | Family | No restriction | Gentle | 1:30 |
Les P'tits Rangers Little rangers ride! Perfect for young cowboys. No height restriction. | Family | No restriction | Gentle | 1:30 |
Little Hawk Young hawk ride! Gentle flying for children. No height restriction. | Family | No restriction | Gentle | 1:30 |
Péroké Flying ride! Gentle aerial adventure. No height restriction. | Family | No restriction | Gentle | 2:00 |
Silver Mountain Mine train coaster! Journey through Silver Mountain mines. 120cm minimum. | Coaster | 120cm alone | Medium | 2:00 |
Sonora Hot air balloons! Gentle desert balloon ride. No height restriction. | Family | No restriction | Gentle | 2:00 |
Tiger Express Wild mouse coaster! Sharp hairpin turns and sudden drops. 120cm with adult, 140cm alone. | Coaster | 120cm with adult 140cm alone | High | 1:30 |
Tornado Spinning tornado ride! Whirling thrills. 110cm minimum. | Thrill | 110cm alone | Medium | 2:00 |
Train des Sables Park train! Scenic tour through all three themed zones. No height restriction. | observation | No restriction | Gentle | 8:00 |
Wild Buffalo NEW 2025! France's first GCI wooden coaster! €5M investment, 500m track reaching 67 km/h with immersive tunnel navigated twice! 110cm minimum. | Coaster | 110cm alone | High | 2:00 |
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Mer de Sable in Ermenonville (Oise, Hauts-de-France) is France's first themed amusement park (est. 1963) with 30+ attractions across 3 Wild West themed zones! Experience NEW 2025: Wild Buffalo - France's first GCI wooden roller coaster! €5 million investment, 500m track reaching 67 km/h with immersive tunnel navigated twice! 4 roller coasters total (Tiger Express wild mouse, Silver Mountain mine train, Bandidos spinning). 60% of rides accessible at 90cm+! Unique natural sand dune location in Ermenonville Forest. 3 equestrian shows daily! FREE admission for children under 3! Only 40km from Paris. Season: April 5 - November 2, 2025.
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Park Highlights
€5 million GCI wooden roller coaster - first in France! 500m track, 67 km/h, immersive tunnel crossed twice!
NEW 2025: Wild Buffalo - France's First GCI Coaster!
€5 million GCI wooden roller coaster - first in France! 500m track, 67 km/h, immersive tunnel crossed twice!
France's First Themed Park (1963)
Historic park with 60+ years of Wild West adventure in unique sand dune setting!
60% of Rides Accessible at 90cm+
Nearly 20 out of 30 attractions accessible to young children at just 90cm height!
3 Themed Wild West Zones
Vallée des Mississi'Ptits, Désert du Nouveau-Mexique, Canyon du Color'ado!
Height Strategy
Height Breakdown
Everyone enjoys:
90cm+ (1 Ride - with adult)
- Cheyenne River - log flume with 20m drop! (120cm alone)
100cm+ (3 Rides)
- El Condor - flying chairs, soar like a condor
- La Ruée vers l'Or - gold rush rotating platform
- La Rivière Sauvage - wild river rapids (140cm alone)
110cm+ (2 Rides)
- Wild Buffalo - NEW 2025! France's first GCI wooden coaster!
- Tornado - spinning tornado ride
120cm+ (5 Rides)
- Silver Mountain - mine train coaster
- Bandidos - spinning bandit coaster
- Cheyenne River - alone (90cm with adult)
- Disco Loco - spinning disc extreme thrills
- Tiger Express - wild mouse coaster (140cm alone)
140cm+ (2 Rides - alone)
- Tiger Express - alone (120cm with adult)
- La Rivière Sauvage - alone (100cm with adult)
No Height Restriction (15 Attractions)
Everyone enjoys:
- Le Bayou des Chikapas - dark boat ride through swamp
- Train des Sables - scenic park tour
- La Rivière des Castors - beaver river
- Sonora - hot air balloons
- Péroké - flying ride
- Canoë Fou - crazy canoe
- Le Totem - totem-themed
- Chiquit'O - spinning water ride
- Les P'tits Rangers - little rangers
- Cycl'o vent - cycling adventure
- Little Hawk - gentle flying
- Le Raid du Désert - desert raid
- Le Pont Suspendu - suspension bridge walk
- Le Camp des Explorateurs - playground
- Baptême Poney - pony rides (age 2+)
Plus: 3 equestrian shows daily!
Planning Tips
Best For
- Toddlers (under 90cm): Excellent - FREE under 3! 15 no-restriction attractions + shows
- Young Children (90-110cm): Perfect! 19 attractions, 60% of park accessible!
- Children (110-120cm): Amazing! 21 rides including Wild Buffalo wooden coaster
- Tweens & Teens (120-140cm): Great! 26 attractions including all coasters
- Teens & Adults (140cm+): Complete access to all 25 rides
- Families: IDEAL - 60% accessible at 90cm+, perfect for young families!
- Wild West Fans: Perfect - Complete Western immersion with shows!
Ride Highlights
Featured Attractions
Wild Buffalo 🦬
NEW 2025! France's FIRST GCI wooden roller coaster! €5 million investment marking GCI's debut in France. 500-meter track of wooden thrills reaching speeds of 67 km/h! Standout feature: immersive mid-course tunnel navigated twice in opposing directions for disorienting double-pass experience! Located in Le Désert du Nouveau-Mexique zone. 0.2G to 3G forces. 14.8m tall. Family-friendly but intense enough for thrill-seekers! Opens April 5, 2025. 110cm minimum.
Tiger Express 🐯
Wild mouse spinning coaster! Sharp hairpin turns and sudden drops. Classic wild mouse thrills with spinning cars! 120cm with adult, 140cm alone.
Silver Mountain ⛏️
Mine train coaster! Journey through Silver Mountain mines with family-friendly thrills and scenic theming. 120cm minimum.
Bandidos 🤠
Spinning coaster! Bandit-themed with rotating cars for double thrills. Spin while coasting! 120cm minimum.
Cheyenne River 💧
Log flume with spectacular 20-meter drop! Massive splashing finale! One of park's signature attractions since opening. 90cm with adult, 120cm alone.
La Rivière Sauvage 🌊
Wild river rapids ride! Spinning rubber rafts through rough waters with splashing fun. Get soaked! 100cm with adult, 140cm alone.
Disco Loco 🎵
Spinning disc ride! Rotating platform delivers extreme thrills as disc swings higher and spins faster. Hold on! 120cm minimum.
El Condor 🦅
Flying chairs! Classic wave swinger - soar like a condor over the desert landscape. 100cm minimum.
Tornado 🌪️
Spinning tornado ride! Whirling thrills in tornado-force winds. 110cm minimum.
La Ruée vers l'Or 💰
Gold rush! Rotating platform adventure themed to California gold rush. 100cm minimum.
Le Bayou des Chikapas 🌿
Dark boat ride! Journey through mysterious bayou swamp with themed encounters and surprises. Indoor family dark ride! No height restriction.
Train des Sables 🚂
Scenic park train! Tour all three themed zones - Mississi'Ptits Valley, New Mexico Desert, and Colorado Canyon. Relaxing overview! No height restriction.
La Rivière des Castors 🦫
Beaver river! Gentle water ride perfect for young families. Smooth floating fun! No height restriction.
Le Pont Suspendu 🌉
Suspension bridge walk! Swaying rope bridge experience - test your balance! Interactive adventure. No height restriction.
Le Camp des Explorateurs ⛺
Explorer camp playground! Large play area with climbing structures, slides, and exploration zones for kids. No height restriction.
Baptême Poney 🐴
Pony rides! Gentle pony experiences for children aged 2 and up. Perfect introduction to horses! Age 2+ (no height restriction).
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Unique Features
Established 1963 - pioneering themed entertainment in France for over 60 years!
France's First Themed Amusement Park
Established 1963 - pioneering themed entertainment in France for over 60 years!
Wild Buffalo - GCI's French Debut
NEW 2025! First-ever GCI wooden coaster in France - €5 million landmark addition!
Natural Sand Dune Setting
Unique location on actual sand dune in Ermenonville Forest - distinctive natural landscape!
60% Accessible at 90cm+
Nearly 20 of 30 attractions available to children at just 90cm - most family-friendly major park!
3 Daily Equestrian Shows
- L'Attaque du train (Train Attack)
- Le tournoi des 3 nations (Tournament of 3 Nations)
- Les nouvelles aventures de Willy West (New Adventures of Willy West)
FREE Under 3
Young toddlers enter at no cost!
40km from Paris
Easy day trip from capital - closer than many Paris-area parks!
Looping Group Park
Part of Looping Group since acquisition - continuous investment in new attractions!
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Pricing System
Single Day Tickets (2025):
- Adult (12+ years): €34
- Child (3-11 years): €28
- Under 3 years: FREE
Annual Pass (2025):
- Adult: €69
- Child: €59
- Benefits: Unlimited access + 10% discount at restaurants/shops
What's Included:
- Unlimited access to all 30+ attractions
- All 3 equestrian shows
- FREE parking (1,000 spaces!)
Not Included:
- Food and beverages
- Pony ride experiences (may require surcharge)
- Arcade games
- Photos/souvenirs
Planning Tips
Top Tips for Visitors
- Under 3 FREE - Toddlers enter at no cost!
- Arrive at opening - Ride Wild Buffalo first (NEW 2025!)
- 90cm accessible - 60% of rides available to young children
- Weekday visits - Quieter Tuesday-Thursday
- Annual pass - €69 pays off after 3 visits (vs €102 for 3 days)
- FREE parking - 1,000 free spaces, arrive early
- 3 daily shows - Don't miss equestrian performances
- Sand dune walks - Explore unique natural landscape
- Pack lunch - Picnic areas available
- Check show times - Plan around 3 daily equestrian shows
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Best Times to Visit
Quietest: April-May, September weekdays (Tue-Thu) Busiest: July-August, weekends, French school holidays Season: April 5 - November 2, 2025 Closed: November 3, 2025 - April 4, 2026 (winter) Best weather: May-June, September (warm, fewer crowds) Peak hours: 12:00-15:00 (lunch rush) Halloween: October - special themed events
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Facilities
- 30+ attractions - 4 coasters, water rides, family fun
- 3 equestrian shows - Daily Western performances
- Multiple restaurants - Wild West themed dining
- Snack bars - Throughout three zones
- FREE parking - 1,000 spaces with accessible areas
- Picnic areas - Bring your own food allowed
- Gift shops - Western souvenirs
- Lockers - Secure belongings for water rides
- First aid - Medical support
- Accessible facilities - Wheelchair-friendly areas
- Baby care - Changing facilities
- Natural sand dune - Unique landscape feature
On the Ground
Getting There
Latitude: 49.1466, Longitude: 2.6785
By Car:
- From Paris: 45 minutes via A1 and D330 (40km)
- From Charles de Gaulle Airport: 30 minutes via A1 (25km)
- From Senlis: 15 minutes via D330 (15km)
- From Chantilly: 15 minutes via D924A (12km)
- Address: Route Nationale 330, 60950 Ermenonville
- FREE parking (1,000 spaces!)
By Train:
- Nearest station: Survilliers-Fosses (12km away) on Paris-Nord line
- From Paris Gare du Nord: 25 minutes to Survilliers-Fosses
- Taxi from station to park: 15 minutes
By Air:
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport: 30 minutes by car (25km)
- Paris Orly Airport: 1 hour
- Paris Beauvais Airport: 1 hour
GPS Coordinates: Latitude: 49.1466, Longitude: 2.6785
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Age Recommendations
- Ages 0-2 (under 90cm): Good - FREE under 3! 15 no-restriction attractions
- Ages 2-5 (90-110cm): Excellent! 19 rides, 60% of park accessible
- Ages 5-10 (110-120cm): Perfect! 21 attractions including Wild Buffalo wooden coaster
- Ages 10-14 (120-140cm): Great! 26 rides including all coasters
- Ages 14+ (140cm+): Complete access to all attractions
- Families with Young Children: IDEAL - Best accessibility in France!
- Wild West Enthusiasts: Perfect - Complete Western theming + shows!
Planning Tips
Money-Saving Tips
- Under 3 FREE - Save €28 per toddler!
- Annual pass - €69 for adults (vs €102 for 3 single days) saves €33
- Child pricing - €28 vs €34 adult saves €6 per child
- Pack lunch - Picnic areas available
- FREE parking - No transport costs
- Book online - Check official website for promotions
- Weekday visits - Sometimes special rates
- Season pass perks - 10% off dining and shopping
Height Strategy
Safety & Restrictions
Height Requirements Strictly Enforced:
- 90cm: Cheyenne River (with adult)
- 100cm: El Condor, Ruée vers l'Or, Rivière Sauvage (with adult)
- 110cm: Wild Buffalo, Tornado
- 120cm: Silver Mountain, Bandidos, Cheyenne (alone), Disco Loco, Tiger Express (with adult)
- 140cm: Tiger Express (alone), Rivière Sauvage (alone)
Age Restrictions:
- Adult supervision required for children under 13
- Pony rides: Age 2+ only
- Some attractions may frighten very young children
Medical Conditions:
- Pregnant women: Not permitted on coasters and thrill rides
- Back/neck problems: Avoid Wild Buffalo, Tiger Express, Disco Loco
- Heart conditions: Consult before intense attractions
- Motion sickness: Caution on spinning rides (Bandidos, Disco Loco)
General Safety:
- Follow all posted requirements
- Secure loose items in lockers before water rides
- Listen to operator instructions
- Use provided restraints properly
- Suspension bridge may challenge those with vertigo
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Operating Hours & Season
Hours vary by date - always verify before visiting!
2025 Season:
- Opens: April 5, 2025
- Closes: November 2, 2025
- Closed: November 3, 2025 - April 4, 2026
Typical Daily Hours:
- Opening: 10:30
- Closing: 18:00 (sometimes 19:00 in summer)
Operating Schedule:
- Weekends: April-June, September-October
- Daily: July-August (summer vacation)
- Halloween: Extended October hours
Check Official Website: Hours vary by date - always verify before visiting!
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The 3 Themed Zones
Lush valley with:
La Vallée des Mississi'Ptits 🌳
Mississippi Valley Theme Lush valley with:
- Le Bayou des Chikapas dark ride
- Chiquit'O water ride
- Explorer camp playground
- Family-friendly attractions
Le Désert du Nouveau-Mexique 🌵
New Mexico Desert Theme Sand dune desert featuring:
- Wild Buffalo wooden coaster (NEW 2025!)
- Desert-themed attractions
- Hot air balloon rides (Sonora)
- Natural sand landscape
Le Canyon du Color'ado 🏜️
Colorado Canyon Theme Western canyon with:
- Silver Mountain mine train
- Cheyenne River log flume
- Tiger Express wild mouse
- Thrill ride cluster
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NEW for 2025
Wild Buffalo Wooden Coaster 🦬
France's first GCI roller coaster! €5 million investment marking Great Coasters International's debut in France! 500 meters of wooden track reaching 67 km/h with unique mid-course tunnel crossed twice in opposite directions. Located in New Mexico Desert zone. 14.8m tall, 0.2G to 3G forces. Opens April 5, 2025!
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3 Daily Equestrian Shows
Western bandits ambush locomotive! Horses, stunts, and Wild West action!
L'Attaque du train 🚂
Train Attack Show Western bandits ambush locomotive! Horses, stunts, and Wild West action!
Le tournoi des 3 nations 🏇
Tournament of 3 Nations Equestrian competition between nations with horseback stunts and tricks!
Les nouvelles aventures de Willy West 🤠
New Adventures of Willy West Comedy Western show following cowboy Willy West on hilarious horse-mounted adventures!
Show Schedule: Check park app for daily times
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Perfect Day Trip from Paris
Only 40km from Paris! Mer de Sable makes an excellent day trip:
- 45 minutes from central Paris
- 30 minutes from Charles de Gaulle Airport
- Avoid Disneyland Paris crowds and prices
- Authentic Wild West theme
- FREE parking
- More accessible for young children (60% at 90cm+)
- Less overwhelming than mega-parks
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Ermenonville Forest Setting
Unique Natural Location:
- Actual sand dune in forest (rare geological feature)
- Walk on real sand between attractions
- Forest surroundings
- Natural shade from trees
- Cooler microclimate in summer
Combine with Regional Tourism:
- Parc Jean-Jacques Rousseau - Philosopher's garden
- Château de Chantilly (12km) - Historic palace
- Senlis (15km) - Medieval walled town
- Parc Astérix (15km) - Gallic theme park
- Compièg ne Forest - Nature walks
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Photography
- Photography allowed throughout park
- On-ride photos at select coasters
- Wild West photo opportunities with sets
- Equestrian show photography permitted
- Natural sand dune landscapes
- Share on social media: #MerDeSable
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Group Events & Bookings
- School group packages
- Birthday party options with pony rides
- Corporate events
- Group rates available for 20+ people
- Contact: +33 3 44 54 00 96
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Languages
- French (primary language)
- Some English signage
- Limited English-speaking staff
- International visitors welcome
- Equestrian shows language-independent (visual)
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Accessibility
- Many wheelchair-accessible attractions
- Accessible parking near entrance
- Companion passes may be available
- Contact park in advance for specific needs
- Accessible restrooms throughout
- Some terrain challenging (sand dune)
- Sand paths may be difficult for wheelchairs
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Park History
- 1963: Mer de Sable founded - France's first themed amusement park
- 1970s-80s: Expansion of Wild West attractions
- 1990s: Addition of water rides
- 2000s: Modernization and new coasters
- 2020: Acquired by Looping Group
- 2025: Wild Buffalo opens - France's first GCI wooden coaster (€5M)
- Present: 60+ years of Wild West family entertainment
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Looping Group
Part of Looping Group portfolio since 2020:
Part of Looping Group portfolio since 2020:
- Continuous investment in new attractions
- Wild Buffalo (2025) - €5 million
- Commitment to family-friendly experiences
- Other Looping parks: Bagatelle, Foire du Trône
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Important Reminders
- Season: April 5 - November 2, 2025 only
- NEW 2025: Wild Buffalo - France's first GCI wooden coaster!
- FREE under 3 - Toddlers enter at no cost
- 60% at 90cm+ - Best young family accessibility in France
- FREE parking - 1,000 spaces, no fees
- €34 adult, €28 child - Affordable family pricing
- 40km from Paris - Easy day trip
- 3 daily shows - Equestrian Western performances
- Natural sand dune - Unique geological setting
- Annual pass €69 - Best value for 3+ visits
- Check calendar - Operating schedule varies
- Wild West theme - Complete Western immersion throughout!