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The Safari Park of la Haute Touche
The
reserve which is only 30 minutes from
Barrou is
reputed to have the world’s most beautiful collection of
wild deer which freely roam the forest of the reserve
with many other species. Within the reserve there are 75
species of mammals and 31 species of bird.There
is the option to view all the 1000 animals of either by
car, bicycle or foot
The reserve offers trips through its parkland, which is
entirely dedicated to the conservation of species
currently in the process of becoming extinct. Visits can
be taken via circuits (indicated by red or white arrows)
on foot or bike along nature trails, or by car for the 4
km (2.5 miles) European safari. The animals live in
different wooded enclosures. All of the circuits have
informative panels, observatories and rest areas along
the way.
There is a
very good 'monkey island' that will amuse the kids,
young and old!
The
vast size of the park, allows the animals to be
presented in roomy enclosures
(2 to 3 hectares). Their environment means that they can
thrive in what to them is near natural conditions. You
will be captivated by the site of African animals of the
Savannah,
Hyenas, Leopards, Antelopes and Giraffes, within ‘the
park of the world’.
There is a cafe within
the park but you also have the option of a picnic area
if you bring your own food. You can hire bicycles for a
small fee to ride through the park.
Location
In the
heart of the Brenne, the
reserve of la Haute Touche
can be found 3km north of
Azay-le-Ferron. From Barrou
take the direction le Blanc on the D750 turning left on
to the D725 –Preuilly-sur-Claise
continuing on to Azay-le-Ferron
where you turn left on to the D975.The park is on your
left-hand side just after leaving the village.
Dates and opening hours
Everyday from April 6th to
September 15th
The Park opens its doors at
10.00am
and closes at 8.00pm,
the last time for entry is
6.00pm.
Tariffs
- Full fares: €11.00 (adults)
Children 4-16 €8.00
Official website for park:
www.zoodelahautetouche.fr/
Source for original text and photographs for
safari park is experienceloire.com
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