Parc Spirou is a theme park devoted to comic-book heroes (Spirou, Marsupilami, Lucky Luke, the Smurfs, Kid Paddle, Naruto…), in Monteux in the Vaucluse, near Avignon and Carpentras. In 2026 it is open from April 4 to November 11 on specific days; on-site admission costs €41 from age 11 and €36 under 11, and is free for children under 1 m (3 ft 3 in). This page brings together the official prices, the end-of-season calendar, the minimum heights for the 25 rides we measured, access by regional train and bus, and the month-by-month climate at Carpentras.
The park combines well with a stay in Provence: see our guide to visiting Avignon and its Palais des Papes, the village of Gordes, and more broadly our page on visiting Provence.
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Parc Spirou: key facts
- 2026 season: April 4 to November 11, only on the days shown in the calendar — checked on 23 October 2026 on parc-spirou.com
- Hours: 10 am – 6 pm or 7 pm (closing time « set on the day »); Halloween evening openings until 9 pm on some nights — checked on 23 October 2026 on parc-spirou.com
- On-site price: €41 (ages 11 and over), €36 (under 11), free for children under 1 m (3 ft 3 in) and pregnant women; dated online ticket « from €27 » — checked on 23 October 2026 on parc-spirou.com
- Booking: dated online tickets « strongly encouraged »; mandatory during Halloween, October 17 to November 1, 2026 inclusive
- Address: 1 rue Jean-Henri Fabre, 84170 Monteux; paid municipal parking lot (P4, opposite the park)
Parc Spirou tickets and prices
The park charges a single one-day price, with no reduced end-of-day rate. Here is the price list published on the official prices page on October 23, 2026:
| Ticket | Under 11 | Age 11 and over |
|---|---|---|
| 1-day entry, on-site price | €36 | €41 |
| Child under 1 m (3 ft 3 in) | Free | — |
| Pregnant woman (with proof) | — | Free |
| Senior (60 and over), student (at the ticket desk, with proof) | — | €38 |
| Large family, person with a disability, teacher (at the ticket desk) | €34 | €38 |
| 2026 season pass (single price from 1 m / 3 ft 3 in) | €99 | €99 |
| Gold Pass | €185 | €185 |
Two points to know before you buy. First, reduced rates are sold only at the park’s ticket desk, on presentation of proof. Second, the park runs a train offer: with a same-day TER ZOU! regional train ticket to Monteux or Avignon, admission drops to €37 for an adult and €32 for a child. Undated tickets (works councils, invitations, resellers such as France Billet or Ticketnet) are still accepted without a reservation, except during the Halloween period, when booking is mandatory for everyone. Prefer the official website or the partners named by the park over unknown resellers.
The « Lucky Pass » skip-the-line options
In addition to the entry ticket, the park sells several options at the ticket desk to cut waiting times:
| Option | What it includes | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Lucky Pass | Unlimited access, for one person, to 15 rides | €55 |
| Lucky Cowboy | 6 rides of your choice among 15, shareable by a family | €24 |
| Jolly Lucky | 6 rides of your choice among 12, shareable | €18 |
| Kid Lucky Pass | 6 rides of your choice among 7 family rides, shareable | €13 |
Our calculation: for a family making 6 skip-the-line rides, the shared Lucky Cowboy (€24) works out at €4 per ride, against €55 per person for the unlimited Lucky Pass. The Lucky Pass only makes sense for a solo visitor chaining the big rides on a busy day. Destination de Voyage calculation based on official prices.
Opening hours and calendar
Parc Spirou is not open every day: it follows a calendar published on its website. Closing is at 6 pm or 7 pm, the exact time being « set on the day ». Example recorded for the end of the 2026 season:
| Dates | Hours |
|---|---|
| Friday October 23, Sunday October 25 and Monday October 26 to Thursday October 29 | 10 am – 6 pm or 7 pm |
| Saturday October 24, Friday October 30 and Saturday October 31 (Halloween evenings) | 10 am – 9 pm |
| Sunday November 1 | 10 am – 6 pm or 7 pm |
| Monday November 2 to Friday November 6 | Closed |
| Saturday November 7, Sunday November 8 and Wednesday November 11 | 10 am – 6 pm or 7 pm |
| Monday November 9, Tuesday November 10, then Thursday November 12 to Sunday November 15 | Closed |
For the 2027 season, wait for the new calendar to be published on the official website: we do not give dates that have not been announced.
Rides: how tall do you need to be?
For each ride the park publishes a minimum « solo » height and, often, a minimum « accompanied » height (with an adult). We recorded the 25 rides that display a height gauge:
| Ride | Alone from | Accompanied from | Maximum height |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kyûbi Unchained | 1.3 m (4 ft 3 in) | 1.05 m (3 ft 5 in) | — |
| Rasengan Chakra Rotation | 1.2 m (3 ft 11 in) | 1 m (3 ft 3 in) | — |
| Le Terrain de l’Examen Chûnin | 1 m (3 ft 3 in) | — | — |
| Spirou Racing | 1.3 m (4 ft 3 in) | 1 m (3 ft 3 in) | 1.95 m (6 ft 5 in) |
| Wanted Dalton | 1.3 m (4 ft 3 in) | 0.9 m (2 ft 11 in) | — |
| Marsu Aventures | 1.2 m (3 ft 11 in) | 1 m (3 ft 3 in) | — |
| Gaffe à Gaston | 1.2 m (3 ft 11 in) | 1 m (3 ft 3 in) | — |
| Crash Blork | 1.4 m (4 ft 7 in) | — | — |
| Zombillénium Tower | 1.4 m (4 ft 7 in) | — | 1.95 m (6 ft 5 in) |
| Le Z | 1.4 m (4 ft 7 in) | — | 1.95 m (6 ft 5 in) |
| Rantanplan | 1.2 m (3 ft 11 in) | 0.85 m (2 ft 9 in) | — |
| Splash Piranha | 1.4 m (4 ft 7 in) | 1 m (3 ft 3 in) | — |
| Boule et Bill Déboulent | 1.2 m (3 ft 11 in) | 0.9 m (2 ft 11 in) | — |
| Spirou Parade | 1.2 m (3 ft 11 in) | no minimum | — |
| Palombie Secrète | 1.1 m (3 ft 7 in) | 0.85 m (2 ft 9 in) | — |
| Houba | 1.2 m (3 ft 11 in) | 1 m (3 ft 3 in) | 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) |
| Houbi | 1.2 m (3 ft 11 in) | 0.9 m (2 ft 11 in) | — |
| Les Schtroumpfs et le Grimoire Magique | 1.3 m (4 ft 3 in) | 1 m (3 ft 3 in) | — |
| En Avant Seccotine | 1.3 m (4 ft 3 in) | 0.9 m (2 ft 11 in) | — |
| Le Nid des Marsupilamis | 1.4 m (4 ft 7 in) | 1.2 m (3 ft 11 in) | 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) |
| Blorks Attack | 1.2 m (3 ft 11 in) | — | — |
| Marsu Palombia | 1.2 m (3 ft 11 in) | 0.95 m (3 ft 1 in) | — |
| Aéro Champignac | 1.2 m (3 ft 11 in) | 1 m (3 ft 3 in) | — |
| Lucky River | 1.3 m (4 ft 3 in) | 1 m (3 ft 3 in) | — |
| Fantasio Rodéo | 1.2 m (3 ft 11 in) | 0.9 m (2 ft 11 in) | — |
Our calculation: across these 25 rides, a child 90 cm (2 ft 11 in) tall can go on 8 with an adult, a child 1.19 m (3 ft 11 in) on 19 and a child 1.20 m (3 ft 11 in) on 22. Alone, a child 1.20 m (3 ft 11 in) can go on 14 rides, and you need 1.40 m (4 ft 7 in) for the 5 strongest (Crash Blork, Zombillénium Tower, Le Z, Splash Piranha, Le Nid des Marsupilamis). Destination de Voyage calculation based on official heights.
A few benchmarks published by the park: Spirou Racing goes down to 70 km/h (43 mph); Zombillénium Tower is a drop « at 140 km/h » (87 mph); Le Z spins passengers through 360°, legs dangling, at over 100 km/h (62 mph). The 2026 novelties are in the NARUTO – Konoha Land area (Kyûbi Unchained, Rasengan Chakra Rotation). For the youngest, Aqua Slime Project and Sur la piste des Marsus are announced « for all », and L’îlot Pirate is a shaded rest area from age 2. The park specifies that access also depends on build, not weight: the restraint bars must close properly.
When to go to Parc Spirou: climate and crowds
The park publishes no attendance data: it says only that it « depends on the weather, the period (weekends, school vacations), events » and that it cannot predict the quietest days. The climate, however, is well documented by the Météo-France station at Carpentras, a few kilometers (miles) from Monteux:
| Month | Max temp | Min temp | Rain | Rainy days ≥ 1 mm | Sun (h/day) | Days ≥ 30 °C (86 °F) | Sunset (15th) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11.1 °C (52 °F) | 1.0 °C (34 °F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 5.9 | 4.9 | 0.0 | 5:26 pm |
| February | 12.8 °C (55 °F) | 1.1 °C (34 °F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 4.8 | 6.2 | 0.0 | 6:08 pm |
| March | 17.1 °C (63 °F) | 4.0 °C (39 °F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 5.1 | 7.4 | 0.0 | 6:45 pm |
| April | 20.4 °C (69 °F) | 6.9 °C (44 °F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 6.8 | 8.1 | 0.1 | 8:23 pm |
| May | 24.6 °C (76 °F) | 10.8 °C (51 °F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 6.3 | 9.2 | 2.8 | 8:59 pm |
| June | 29.1 °C (84 °F) | 14.4 °C (58 °F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 4.5 | 10.9 | 13.7 | 9:24 pm |
| July | 32.3 °C (90 °F) | 16.5 °C (62 °F) | 26 mm (1.0 in) | 3.0 | 11.7 | 23.0 | 9:20 pm |
| August | 31.9 °C (89 °F) | 16.1 °C (61 °F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 3.7 | 10.5 | 21.2 | 8:44 pm |
| September | 26.4 °C (80 °F) | 12.7 °C (55 °F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 5.5 | 8.6 | 5.9 | 7:50 pm |
| October | 21.1 °C (70 °F) | 9.5 °C (49 °F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 6.6 | 6.1 | 0.2 | 6:56 pm |
| November | 15.0 °C (59 °F) | 4.9 °C (41 °F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 7.9 | 5.0 | 0.0 | 5:13 pm |
| December | 11.3 °C (52 °F) | 1.8 °C (35 °F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 5.6 | 4.5 | 0.0 | 5:01 pm |
How to read it: in July and August Carpentras averages 21 to 23 days at 30 °C (86 °F) or more; the park provides shaded rest areas, and the water rides (Lucky River, Splash Piranha) come into their own. April, May, September and October have highs of 20 to 26 °C (68 to 79 °F), more pleasant for walking all day. September, October and November are the wettest months by volume (nearly 90 to 100 mm, or 3.5 to 3.9 in), often in a few episodes. During the Halloween evening openings, the sun sets around 7 pm in mid-October (daylight saving time): the end of your visit is after dark. For a wider trip, see our page on traveling to France.
How to get to Parc Spirou
- Train: TER ZOU! regional trains on the Avignon TGV or Avignon Centre – Carpentras lines, stopping at Monteux station; TGV and Intercités trains serve Avignon TGV.
- Bus: regional ZOU! line 905 Avignon PEM – Carpentras PEM, « SOLEIL » stop, a 7-minute walk from the entrance according to the park; or the Mont’en bus shuttle (Voyages Arnaud), same stop.
- Car: the park gives 10 minutes from Carpentras and 15 minutes from Avignon. Parking in the municipal P4 lot, paid by the hour, also open to motorhomes (overnight parking tolerated, no service area).
- Bicycle: bike parking at the entrance and lockers for helmets.
Accessibility and disability
On presentation of a French mobility inclusion card (CMI) or an equivalent proof listed by the park, admission costs €34 (from 1 m to age 10) or €38 (age 11 and over). The CMI « invalidité » card also gives free entry to one adult companion, at the ticket desk only. At the entrance, an « easy access » wristband is issued for the visitor and up to three companions (only one on Spirou Racing, Wanted Dalton, En Avant Seccotine, Palombie Secrète and Kyûbi Unchained). The park points out that easy access is not priority access, and that photos or screenshots of the card are not accepted. All restrooms are equipped for visitors with reduced mobility. Visitors from outside France should ask the park which foreign proofs of disability it accepts.
Common mistakes
- Arriving during Halloween without a reservation: from October 17 to November 1, 2026, it is mandatory.
- Showing the confirmation email at the entrance: only the ticket is valid (on a smartphone, screen brightness at 100%, screen not cracked).
- Counting on a reduced rate at the end of the day: there is none.
- Bringing a dog: only guide dogs are admitted, and not on the rides.
- Coming on a closing day: the park is closed on several days in November; check the calendar.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to enter Parc Spirou?
In 2026, €41 on site from age 11 and €36 under 11; free for children under 1 m (3 ft 3 in) and pregnant women. Online, the dated ticket is shown from €27, depending on the date.
When is Parc Spirou open?
From April 4 to November 11, 2026, on the days shown in the official calendar, from 10 am to 6 pm or 7 pm, with evening openings until 9 pm on some Halloween nights.
Do you need to book?
Booking dated tickets is strongly encouraged and becomes mandatory during Halloween (October 17 to November 1, 2026).
Can you picnic at Parc Spirou?
Yes, picnics and drinks are allowed; shaded rest areas are provided.
Is the park suitable for a 2-year-old?
Entry is free under 1 m (3 ft 3 in). Several rides accept accompanied children from 85 or 90 cm (2 ft 9 in or 2 ft 11 in), and Spirou Parade has no minimum accompanied height.
How do you get to Parc Spirou without a car?
By TER ZOU! regional train to Monteux station, or by ZOU! bus 905 (Avignon – Carpentras) to the SOLEIL stop, a 7-minute walk away.
Our sources
- Parc Spirou (parc-spirou.com): prices, calendar, FAQ, getting to the park, all the rides, disability access, consulted on 23 October 2026
- Météo-France, Carpentras climate sheet (84031001, 98 m), 1991–2020 statistics
- Astronomical calculations: NOAA solar algorithm, applied by Destination de Voyage to the coordinates of the Météo-France station at Carpentras (15th of each month, year 2027, clear horizon at sea level)
- Our methodology
Updated November 2026. Prices, hours and access rules may change: check the official website before you go.