The Haute-Touche Zoological Reserve

Nestled in a 436-hectare forest area, the Haute-Touche Zoological Reserve is the largest animal park in France. Here you can see more than 1,300 animals (over 120 species in total) from five continents up close!

Discover this preserved natural setting 35 km from the Hôtel de la Cité royale**** in Loches, to observe deer, carnivores, primates and birds in the wild.

The Haute-Touche Zoological Reserve: exceptional animal diversity

The Haute-Touche allows you to approach many species in unique conditions:

• Herbivores: deer, antelopes, ibex, mouflons, camelids roam in semi-freedom in vast meadows.
• Carnivores: wolves, tigers, lynx and the rare dholes, critically endangered Asian predators.
• Primates: lemurs, baboons and other monkeys bring the park to life with their agility and curiosity.
• Birds: Dalmatian pelicans, ibises, pink flamingos, peacefully roam around the ponds.

Thanks to its wide open spaces, the Reserve encourages the reproduction of rare species, particularly among deer, with 21 species and subspecies represented.

A visit up close to the animals

The discovery of the Haute-Touche Zoological Reserve can be done by car, bike or on foot. Walk past the vast enclosures where the animals roam in semi-freedom. On the program:

• Observe the large predators in their natural environment.
• Attend the commented meals and educational activities offered by the keepers.
• Discover the care center dedicated to endangered species and involved in conservation programs.
• Explore the forest paths, perfect for an immersion in nature.

Reopening of the Zoological Reserve on April 5, 2025.

Prices:

Adults: €16.

Children from 3 to 12 years old: €13.

Tribe Package (2 adults + 2 children from 3 to 12 years old / 3rd child at €6): €52.

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