Papéa Parc
The largest amusement park in Pays de la Loire with 35 attractions for all ages, featuring rollercoasters, water rides, and the 38m Totem drop tower.
Data last verified on 30 August 2026. Always confirm critical restrictions with the park on the day of your visit.
Quick Stats
- Total Rides:
- 35
- No Restrictions:
- 6
- Adult Price:
- €26.9
- Child Price:
- €24.9
- Parking:
- Free
- Updated:
- 30 August 2026
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👨👩👧 Jumping Star Junior drop tower with gentle bounces | Family | From 90cm with an adult From 110cm on their own | Low |
⚡ L'Apache Disk'O spinning ride over 40 metres long | Thrill | From 120cm on their own | High |
💧 L'Aqua Papéa Aquatic area. AquaPlay water-play: alone from 110cm, accompanied at any height. Slides: 80-110cm accompanied, 110-210cm supervised, forbidden under 80cm and over 210cm. | Water | From 110cm on their own | Low |
💧 L'Oasis Log flume with two drops - refreshing family fun | Water | From 105cm with an adult From 140cm on their own | Medium |
🎢 La Chenille Gentle caterpillar coaster for younger riders | Coaster | From 95cm with an adult From 120cm on their own | Low |
👨👩👧 La Grande Roue 30-metre Ferris wheel with panoramic views - 2021 50th anniversary addition | Family | No height limit | Gentle |
👨👩👧 La Maison Volante The red and white flying ranch house shakes and rocks its occupants in every direction! Hold on tight! | Family | From 90cm with an adult From 105cm on their own | Medium |
👨👩👧 La Rivière Enchantée Scenic boat ride through beautiful gardens | Family | From 120cm on their own | Gentle |
🔭 La Volière Walk-through bird aviary with exotic and colourful species. Educational experience for all ages. | Observation | No height limit | Gentle |
⚡ Le Bateau Pirate Classic swinging pirate ship | Thrill | From 110cm with an adult From 125cm on their own | Medium |
👨👩👧 Le Carrousel 1900 Classic vintage carousel | Family | From 120cm on their own | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Le Circuit 24 (Cars) Le Mans-style driving circuit. The cars and trucks take drivers from 90cm. | Family | From 90cm on their own | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Le Circuit 24 (Motos) The motorbikes on the Circuit 24, which need 1m05 rather than the 90cm of the cars and trucks. | Family | From 105cm on their own | Gentle |
⚡ Le Cyclone 360-degree inverting Frisbee pendulum reaching 34 metres high | Thrill | From 140cm on their own Maximum 200cm | Extreme |
👨👩👧 Le P'tit Poussin Jules Verne-inspired merry-go-round for very young children. Biplane, hot air balloon, and motorcycles in a magical, poetic universe. | Family | From 90cm on their own Maximum 140cm | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Le Rio Grande Small train ride for young children. Climb into the locomotive or wagons for a gentle tour. | Family | From 90cm on their own | Gentle |
🎢 Le Roller Coaster Family Tivoli-style coaster - the park's tallest coaster | Coaster | From 95cm with an adult From 120cm on their own | Medium |
🎭 Le Spectacle Live circus show performance. Entertainment for the whole family! | Show | No height limit | Gentle |
💧 Le Splash 15-metre water slide with pneumatic canoes | Water | From 95cm with an adult From 125cm on their own | Medium |
⚡ Le Totem 38-metre drop tower with rotating gondola - 2025 novelty | Thrill | From 105cm with an adult From 130cm on their own | High |
🎢 Le Train de la Mine Classic mine train coaster through themed scenery | Coaster | From 105cm with an adult From 120cm on their own | Medium |
👨👩👧 Le TransPapéa Train ride around the entire park | Family | From 120cm on their own | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Le Valador Flying chairs for children with central vehicles for smaller kids | Family | From 90cm on their own | Gentle |
🎯 Le Village Western Walk through a Wild West themed village. Explore saloons, frontier buildings and western scenery! | Interactive | No height limit | Gentle |
🎪 Les Aventures de Papéo Large playground with dozens of metres of bridges, tunnels, platforms and slides. Designed for young children. | Play Area | No height limit | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Les Bateaux à Pédales Pedal boats on the park lake | Family | From 90cm with an adult | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Les Chevaux Galopants Galloping horses ride | Family | From 120cm on their own | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Les Crazy Motors Magic bikes ride for the family | Family | From 90cm with an adult From 130cm on their own | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Les Grenouilles Bouncing frog hopper ride for young children | Family | From 90cm on their own Maximum 140cm | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Les Magic Bikes Magic bikes ride for the family | Family | From 90cm with an adult From 120cm on their own | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Les Montgolfières Balloon tower ride offering aerial views - 2020 addition | Family | From 130cm on their own | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Les Tasses Classic spinning teacups ride | Family | From 90cm with an adult From 120cm on their own | Low |
👨👩👧 Les Tractos Rigolos Fun tractor ride around a themed circuit | Family | From 110cm on their own | Gentle |
🎢 Speedy Nuts Wild mouse coaster with 400m track and 15m height - 2023 addition | Coaster | From 120cm with an adult From 140cm on their own | High |
💧 À l'Abordage Water gun bumper boats! Splash your opponents while navigating on water. Added 2019. | Water | From 90cm with an adult From 110cm on their own | Low |
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Papéa Parc is the largest amusement park in the Pays de la Loire region, located near Le Mans. Founded in 1971, the park's name is an abbreviation of "Parc d'Attractions Pour Enfants et Adultes" (Amusement Park for Children and Adults), reflecting its family-friendly focus.
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Park Overview
With over 30 attractions spread across beautifully landscaped grounds, Papéa Parc offers something for everyone. The park has steadily grown over the decades, adding new thrills while maintaining its welcoming atmosphere for families with young children.
Ride Highlights
Thrill Rides
For those seeking excitement, Le Cyclone is the park's most intense attraction - a 360-degree inverting Frisbee that reaches 34 metres high with a strict 140cm minimum height. The 2025 novelty Le Totem is a 38-metre drop tower with a rotating gondola, requiring riders to be at least 130cm.
The Speedy Nuts wild mouse coaster (added in 2023) features tight turns and sudden drops along its 400-metre track, while the classic Train de la Mine remains a family favourite since opening.
Family Planning
Family Attractions
The park excels at family rides accessible to younger visitors. La Grande Roue, a 30-metre Ferris wheel added for the park's 50th anniversary in 2021, offers panoramic views with no height restriction. Water rides like L'Oasis log flume and Le Splash provide refreshing thrills on warm days.
Height Strategy
Height Categories
Papéa Parc uses the following height thresholds:
- No restriction: La Grande Roue, Le Carrousel 1900, park train
- 90cm+: Le Valador, Les Grenouilles, Le Circuit 24 (cars)
- 95-105cm: Many family rides with adult accompaniment
- 120cm+: Most coasters and thrill rides when riding alone
- 140cm+: Le Cyclone, L'Oasis
Planning Tips
Visiting Tips
- Free entry for children under 90cm
- Free parking available
- The park is open seasonally from April to September
- Located just 10 minutes from Le Mans city centre
- Allow a full day to experience all attractions
Where this data comes from
Height requirements for Papéa Parc were read from the park's own published ride information and last checked on 30 August 2026. Parks can change restrictions without notice, so confirm anything your day depends on before you travel.