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Parc Bagatelle

France's OLDEST amusement park (1955)! 70 years of family fun! 40 attractions across 3 themed zones. Le Triops inverted coaster (45m, 70 km/h, loop + 2 corkscrews), River Splash log flume since 1976! 5 roller coasters, 6 water rides. Looping Group park. Near Berck, Pas-de-Calais, Hauts-de-France.

Data last verified on 2 March 2026. Always confirm critical restrictions with the park on the day of your visit.

Merlimont, Hauts-de-France (Pas-de-Calais)
RD 940

Quick Stats

Total Rides:
30
No Restrictions:
18
Adult Price:
30
Child Price:
25
Parking:
€6
Updated:
2 March 2026
Opening Hours
10:30 - 18:00 (varies by season)

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Air Baggy
Flying ride! Gentle aerial fun. No height restriction.
FamilyNo restrictionGentle
Bag Pearl
Pirate ship swing! Rock back and forth to extreme heights. 110cm minimum.
Thrill
👤110cm alone
Medium
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Bag-A-Bato
Boat ride! Gentle water journey. No height restriction.
FamilyNo restrictionGentle
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Carrousel
Classic carousel! Traditional merry-go-round. No height restriction.
FamilyNo restrictionGentle
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Ciné Dynamik
3D film experience! Dynamic moving seats with 3D visuals. No height restriction.
InteractiveNo restrictionMedium
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Diligence
Stagecoach ride! Old West adventure. No height restriction.
FamilyNo restrictionGentle
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Famous Jack
Neo-retro industrial coaster! Speed, twists and sensations. 110cm with adult, 130cm alone.
Coaster
👥110cm
👤130cm alone
High
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Flamingos
Flamingo ride! Gentle flying birds. No height restriction.
FamilyNo restrictionGentle
🎢
Gaz Express
Family coaster in flames! Fast-paced adventure through fire effects. 110cm minimum.
Coaster
👤110cm alone
Medium
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Grand Prix
Race cars! Drive your own kart on track. No height restriction.
InteractiveNo restrictionMedium
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Kid'z Coaster
Wacky Worm by SBF Visa! Perfect first coaster for children. No height restriction.
FamilyNo restrictionGentle
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La Ferme des Petits Amis
Petting farm! Meet and interact with friendly animals. No height restriction.
InteractiveNo restrictionGentle
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Le Raft
River rapids! Spinning rafts through rough waters. 110cm minimum.
Water
👤110cm alone
Medium
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Le River Splash
Log flume since 1976! 2 drops including 10m finale through forest canal. Reverchon classic! 100cm with adult, 130cm alone.
Water
👥100cm
👤130cm alone
High
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Le Triops
Inverted coaster! 45m high, 70 km/h, 1 loop + 2 corkscrews, 305m track. Park's most spectacular! 135cm with adult, 145cm alone. Max 200cm.
Coaster
👥135cm
👤145cm alone
Max 200cm
Extreme
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Monorail
Elevated park tour! Scenic views from monorail. No height restriction.
ObservationNo restrictionGentle
North Storm
Opening April 11 2026! Technical Park Typhoon 360 pendulum ride reaching 33m with storm theming. 140cm minimum.
Thrill
👤140cm alone
High
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O'Galop
Galloping horses! Bouncing ride. No height restriction.
FamilyNo restrictionGentle
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Petit Train
Little train! Tour the park on rails. No height restriction.
FamilyNo restrictionGentle
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Petite Roue
Little Ferris wheel! Gentle heights for children. No height restriction.
FamilyNo restrictionGentle
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Rapido
Fast water ride! Speedy aquatic adventure. No height restriction.
WaterNo restrictionMedium
Silver Wings
Acrobatic flight ride! Almost 4G, weightless dives, loops, spins at 8m. 130cm minimum.
Thrill
👤130cm alone
High
🎢
Spirale Express
Family roller coaster! Moderate thrills with spiral elements. 100cm with adult, 120cm alone.
Coaster
👥100cm
👤120cm alone
Medium
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Splash Factory
Water play factory! Interactive splashing fun for families. No height restriction.
WaterNo restrictionGentle
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Tacots
Antique cars! Drive vintage automobiles. No height restriction.
InteractiveNo restrictionGentle
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Tournicoti
Spinning ride! Gentle whirling fun. No height restriction.
FamilyNo restrictionGentle
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Trafic Jam
Bumper cars! Drive and crash in Baggy Fun zone. 130cm minimum.
Interactive
👤130cm alone
Medium
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Twist'Air
Twisting aerial ride! Gentle spinning and flying. 100cm minimum.
Family
👤100cm alone
Medium
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Vélos excentriques
Eccentric bikes! Pedal-powered fun ride. No height restriction.
FamilyNo restrictionGentle
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Woodies
Family spinning ride! Woodland-themed adventure. 100cm minimum.
Family
👤100cm alone
Medium

Rides by Height Requirement

18
No Restriction
Perfect for all ages
4
Under 110cm
Great for young children
7
110-140cm
Adventure starts here
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140cm+
Thrill rides

Location

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Address

RD 940
Merlimont
62155
France
Lat: 50.4306
Lng: 1.6059

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Parc Bagatelle Height Guide

Parc Bagatelle in Merlimont (Pas-de-Calais, Hauts-de-France) is France's OLDEST operating amusement park (est. 1955) with 70 years of history and 40 attractions across 3 themed zones! Experience Le Triops - spectacular inverted roller coaster reaching 45m high at 70 km/h with 1 loop + 2 corkscrews! River Splash log flume with 10m drop (Reverchon classic since 1976!). 5 roller coasters total including Famous Jack wild mouse, Gaz Express, Spirale Express. 6 water attractions! FREE for children under 4! Part of Looping Group. Near Berck and Le Touquet on Côte d'Opale. Season: April 5 - September 28, 2025.

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Park Highlights

70 years of family entertainment! Founded by Henri Parent, celebrating 7 decades in 2025!

France's Oldest Park (1955)

70 years of family entertainment! Founded by Henri Parent, celebrating 7 decades in 2025!

Le Triops Inverted Coaster

45m high, 70 km/h, spectacular inverted roller coaster with 1 loop + 2 corkscrews, 305m track!

River Splash Since 1976

Historic Reverchon log flume - nearly 50 years old! 10m drop through forest canal!

3 Themed Zones

Baggy Fun (8 thrills), Baggy Family (17 attractions), Baggy Kids (9 children's rides)!

Height Strategy

Height Breakdown

Everyone enjoys:

100cm+ (3 Rides)

  • Spirale Express - family roller coaster with spiral
  • Woodies - woodland-themed spinning
  • Twist'Air - twisting aerial ride

110cm+ (3 Rides)

  • Gaz Express - family coaster through flames
  • Le Raft - river rapids spinning
  • Bag Pearl - pirate ship swing

120cm+ (3 Rides)

  • River Splash - log flume with 10m drop since 1976!
  • Famous Jack - wild mouse spinning coaster
  • Silver Wings - flying thrill ride

140cm+ (1 Ride)

  • Le Triops - inverted coaster 45m high, 70 km/h, loop + 2 corkscrews!

No Height Restriction (18 Attractions)

Everyone enjoys:

  • Kid'z Coaster - Wacky Worm first coaster
  • Ciné Dynamik - 3D film with moving seats
  • Splash Factory - interactive water play
  • Rapido - fast water ride
  • Monorail - elevated park tour
  • Carrousel - classic merry-go-round
  • Petit Train - park railway
  • Bag-A-Bato - boat ride
  • Grand Prix - race cars
  • Tacots - antique cars
  • Diligence - stagecoach
  • Air Baggy - flying ride
  • Tournicoti - spinning fun
  • O'Galop - galloping horses
  • Flamingos - flying birds
  • Vélos excentriques - eccentric bikes
  • Petite Roue - little Ferris wheel
  • La Ferme des Petits Amis - petting farm

Plus: Shows and entertainment!

Planning Tips

Best For

  • Toddlers (under 100cm): Excellent - FREE under 4! 18 no-restriction attractions
  • Young Children (100-110cm): Great! 21 rides including family coasters
  • Children (110-120cm): Amazing! 24 attractions including rapids and pirate ship
  • Tweens & Teens (120-140cm): Perfect! 27 rides including River Splash and Famous Jack
  • Teens & Adults (140cm+): Complete access including Le Triops extreme!
  • Families: Ideal - 3 zones for all ages, lots accessible to young children
  • History Enthusiasts: Unique - France's oldest park with 70-year heritage!

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Unique Features

Founded 1955 - celebrating 70 years in 2025! Pioneering family entertainment!

France's Oldest Amusement Park

Founded 1955 - celebrating 70 years in 2025! Pioneering family entertainment!

70-Year Heritage

Seven decades of continuous operation - living history of French amusement parks!

River Splash Since 1976

Nearly 50-year-old log flume - one of France's longest-operating water rides!

Looping Group Ownership

Part of Looping Group - continuous investment and improvements!

Côte d'Opale Location

Beautiful Opale Coast setting near Berck and Le Touquet!

FREE Under 4

Young children enter at no cost!

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Pricing System

Single Day Tickets (2025):

  • Adult (12+ years): €29.90-€32.90
  • Child (4-11 years): €24.90-€27.90
  • Senior (60+): €27.90
  • Under 4 years: FREE

Baggy Fast Pass:

  • €18 for express access to 7 most popular attractions

Annual Pass (Season Pass):

  • Child/Senior Baggy'Pass: €75
  • Adult Baggy'Pass: €89
  • Baggy Pass Premium: €115-€129 (includes Halloween extension)

Parking:

  • €6 per vehicle

What's Included:

  • Unlimited access to all 40 attractions
  • Shows and entertainment
  • Petting farm access

Not Included:

  • Parking (€6)
  • Food and beverages
  • FastPass (€18)
  • Photos/souvenirs

Planning Tips

Top Tips for Visitors

  1. Under 4 FREE - Young children enter at no cost!
  2. Arrive at opening - Ride Le Triops first
  3. €6 parking - Bring exact change for parking fee
  4. 3 zones - Plan route through Baggy Fun, Family, Kids
  5. Weekday visits - Quieter Tuesday-Thursday
  6. FastPass €18 - Worth it on busy days for 7 attractions
  7. 70th anniversary - Special events throughout 2025 season!
  8. River Splash - Don't miss historic 1976 log flume
  9. Petting farm - Included free with admission
  10. Looping Group - Quality park management

Planning Tips

Best Times to Visit

Quietest: April-May, September weekdays (Tue-Thu) Busiest: July-August, weekends, French school holidays Season: April 5 - September 28, 2025 Closed: September 29, 2025 - April 4, 2026 (winter) Best weather: May-June, September (warm, fewer crowds) Peak season: July 12 - August 31 (extended hours 10:00-18:30) 70th anniversary: Special events throughout 2025!

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Facilities

  • 40 attractions - 5 coasters, 6 water rides, family fun
  • 3 themed zones - Fun, Family, Kids
  • Multiple restaurants - Quick service dining
  • Snack bars - Throughout park
  • Parking - €6 fee, ample spaces
  • Accessible parking - Near entrance for reduced mobility
  • Gift shops - Souvenirs
  • Lockers - Secure belongings
  • First aid - Medical support
  • Accessible facilities - Many wheelchair-friendly rides
  • Baby care - Changing facilities
  • Petting farm - Included with admission

On the Ground

Getting There

Latitude: 50.4306, Longitude: 1.6059

By Car:

  • From Calais: 1 hour via A16 (80km)
  • From Lille: 1h15 via A25 and A16 (110km)
  • From Paris: 2h30 via A16 (230km)
  • From Boulogne-sur-Mer: 45 minutes via A16 (55km)
  • Address: RD 940, 62155 Merlimont
  • Parking: €6

By Train:

  • Nearest station: Rang-du-Fliers-Verton (5km away)
  • From Paris Gare du Nord: 2h30 to Rang-du-Fliers
  • Taxi from station: 10 minutes

By Air:

  • Lille Airport: 1h15 (100km)
  • Paris Charles de Gaulle: 2h45
  • Paris Beauvais: 2 hours

GPS Coordinates: Latitude: 50.4306, Longitude: 1.6059

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Age Recommendations

  • Ages 0-3 (under 100cm): Excellent - FREE under 4! 18 no-restriction rides
  • Ages 4-7 (100-110cm): Great! 21 attractions including family coasters
  • Ages 7-12 (110-120cm): Perfect! 24 rides including rapids and pirate ship
  • Ages 12-14 (120-140cm): Amazing! 27 attractions including log flume
  • Ages 14+ (140cm+): Complete access including Le Triops inverted coaster!
  • Families: Ideal - 3 zones designed for different ages
  • History Buffs: Special - France's oldest park!

Planning Tips

Money-Saving Tips

  • Under 4 FREE - Save €25-28 per young child!
  • Season pass - €75-89 for unlimited (pays off after 3-4 visits)
  • Online tickets - Sometimes cheaper than gate prices
  • Senior discount - €27.90 vs €32.90 adult
  • Pack lunch - Outside food may be allowed, check policy
  • Skip FastPass - Visit on quiet days, save €18
  • Weekday visits - Check for promotional rates

Height Strategy

Safety & Restrictions

Height Requirements Strictly Enforced:

  • 100cm: Spirale Express, Woodies, Twist'Air
  • 110cm: Gaz Express, Le Raft, Bag Pearl
  • 120cm: Famous Jack, River Splash, Silver Wings
  • 140cm: Le Triops

Age Restrictions:

  • Adult supervision required for children under 13
  • Some attractions may frighten very young children

Medical Conditions:

  • Pregnant women: Not permitted on coasters and thrill rides
  • Back/neck problems: Avoid Le Triops, Famous Jack
  • Heart conditions: Consult before intense attractions
  • Motion sickness: Caution on spinning rides

General Safety:

  • Follow all posted requirements
  • Secure loose items in lockers
  • Listen to operator instructions
  • Use provided restraints properly

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Operating Hours & Season

Operating schedule varies - verify before visiting!

2025 Season:

  • Opens: April 5, 2025
  • Closes: September 28, 2025
  • Halloween Extension: November 1 for Premium pass holders
  • Closed: Winter months

Daily Hours:

  • Regular: 10:30-18:00
  • Peak season (Jul 12-Aug 31): 10:00-18:30
  • Weekends and holidays only outside July-August

Check Official Website: Operating schedule varies - verify before visiting!

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The 3 Themed Zones

Baggy Fun (8 Thrill Attractions) 🎢

For Daring Visitors:

  • Le Triops inverted coaster
  • River Splash log flume
  • Le Raft rapids
  • Silver Wings flying
  • Famous Jack wild mouse
  • Gaz Express family coaster
  • Bag Pearl pirate ship
  • Ciné Dynamik 3D film

Baggy Family (17 Attractions) 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

For Everyone:

  • Spirale Express family coaster
  • Woodies, Twist'Air spinning rides
  • Splash Factory, Rapido water rides
  • Monorail, Carrousel, Petit Train
  • Bag-A-Bato boats
  • Grand Prix, Tacots cars
  • Diligence stagecoach
  • Air Baggy, Tournicoti, O'Galop
  • Flamingos, Vélos excentriques
  • La Ferme des Petits Amis petting farm

Baggy Kids (9 Children's Attractions) 👶

For Little Ones:

  • Kid'z Coaster Wacky Worm
  • Petite Roue mini Ferris wheel
  • Ronde des Tortues, Cochons
  • Parcours Aventure playground
  • Piscines à boules ball pits
  • Petit Canot little boats
  • Cocotte Express
  • Les Fous du volant

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70th Anniversary (2025)

Celebrating 7 Decades!

  • Founded 1955 by Henri Parent
  • France's oldest continuously operating amusement park
  • 70 years of family memories
  • Special anniversary events throughout 2025 season!
  • Historical exhibitions and commemorations

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Looping Group

Part of Looping Group since acquisition:

  • Professional park management
  • Continuous improvements
  • Investment in attractions
  • Quality standards
  • Sister parks: Mer de Sable, Foire du Trône

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Côte d'Opale Region

Combine with Regional Tourism:

  • Berck-sur-Mer (5km) - Beach resort
  • Le Touquet-Paris-Plage (15km) - Upscale seaside town
  • Montreuil-sur-Mer (20km) - Medieval walled city
  • Nausicaá Aquarium Boulogne (55km) - Europe's largest aquarium
  • Cap Blanc-Nez and Cap Griz-Nez - Dramatic cliffs

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Photography

  • Photography allowed throughout park
  • On-ride photos at select attractions
  • 70th anniversary photo opportunities
  • Share on social media: #ParcBagatelle

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Group Events & Bookings

  • School group packages
  • Birthday party options
  • Corporate events
  • Group rates available
  • Contact: +33 3 21 89 06 38

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Languages

  • French (primary language)
  • Some English signage
  • Limited English-speaking staff
  • International visitors welcome

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Accessibility

  • Many wheelchair-accessible attractions
  • Accessible parking near entrance
  • Companion passes may be available
  • Contact park in advance
  • Accessible restrooms throughout

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Park History

  • 1955: Founded by Henri Parent - France's first modern amusement park
  • 1976: River Splash log flume opens (Reverchon)
  • 1980s-90s: Expansion of attractions
  • 2012: Le Triops inverted coaster opens (€4M)
  • 2020: Acquired by Looping Group
  • 2023: River Splash area renovation
  • 2025: 70th Anniversary celebration!

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Important Reminders

  • 70th anniversary - France's oldest park celebrating in 2025!
  • FREE under 4 - Young children enter at no cost
  • €6 parking - Additional fee, bring change
  • Season: April 5 - September 28, 2025
  • Le Triops - Don't miss inverted coaster (45m, 70 km/h)!
  • River Splash - Historic 1976 log flume
  • 3 zones - Baggy Fun, Family, Kids
  • FastPass €18 - Skip lines at 7 attractions
  • Looping Group - Quality management
  • Côte d'Opale - Beautiful coastal location
  • Check calendar - Weekend/holiday operation outside peak season