A good dose of adrenalin while dreaming, with your head close to the stars? This is exactly what the Parc du Petit Prince in Ungersheim, Alsace, offers, a theme park </strong></strong>absolutely unique in its kind. With no fewer than 34 attractions spread over 24 hectares , including a tethered balloon to discover Alsace from a height of 150 metres, a roller coaster, flying chairs and an impressive aerobar – where you can enjoy a drink perched over 35 metres above the ground – the Parc du Petit Prince captivates visitors from all over France to try out this clever blend of thrills and poetry.
Le Petit Prince theme park: the world’s first aerial park
Installed in 2014 as the world celebrated the 70th anniversary of the death of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, internationally renowned aviator and novelist, author of the most widely read, sold and translated novel in the world (behind The Bible) – The Little Prince -, the Little Prince Park is indeed the world’s first aerial park. With its 34 attractions, each more sensational than the last, it’s also the biggest amusement park in Alsace.
These include :
- Le Grand ballon captif, a hot-air balloon that lifts you up to a height of 150 meters</li>.
- L’aérobar du buveur, where you can enjoy a drink high above the ground at a height of 35 metres.
- Pierre de Tonnerre, the roller coaster that brings a dose of vertigo in a poetic setting
- Le serpent, for those who fear nothing
- Trampoline Park</
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- The Little Prince and friends, the new immersive tunnel
- Flying chairs
- Activities for the very young
- A virtual reality experience
- Le Spatial & Moi, in collaboration with M2A, to learn more about space
- Animal encounters
In short, playful attractions, rides as soft as the wool of the sheep that populate the Little Prince’s imagination, play zones adapted to all ages, from 85 cm or 1 m depending on the attraction.
The permanent attractions are complemented by make-up workshops, photocalls, games and interactive shows such asInterstice or La Planète des Animaux, as well as participatory activities for young and old alike.
A whole poetic universe around the novel The Little Prince condensed into an amusement park
On the outskirts of Mulhouse, between fields and unspoilt nature, the Parc du Petit Prince is directly inspired by the delicate, contemplative world of Saint-Exupéry. Here you’ll find all the imagination of the novel and the characters that populate his sketchbooks. The starting point is the crater topped by the main character. We let ourselves be tamed by sheep, pigeons or goats. Borrow the Boa snake between hat and snake. Play leapfrog. Cool off with the Desert Dew. Pilot the Aerousel, draw sheep on a participatory fresco… It’s the perfect experience for fans of The Little Prince.
Here’s a sneak preview of this summer’s program:
The Little Prince theme park: a unique family experience
Away from the crowds, this park stands out for its calm and friendly atmosphere. Parents and children alike can stroll, play, learn and soar in total serenity.No long queues, no heckling, just a pleasant ” slow life ” atmosphere. We’ve gathered some visitor testimonials for you. All emphasize the creativity of the decor, the attention to detail, and the harmony between attractions and poetry:
“Very nice experience… we were able to do almost all the attractions with our children!”
“A huge bravo to the team… timeless moment… want to go back again and again.”
“Fun park for kids… ideal for under 12s.”
The Little Prince Park is therefore a must among amusement parks: blending poetry, adventure, nature and games, it offers an experience accessible to all. It’s the ideal place to create memories with the whole family, young and old alike. Remember to book your tickets in advance to take advantage of the best rates, and let yourself be carried away in the footsteps of the Little Prince… without leaving terra firma!
Can’t make it to Alsace? Then we highly recommend a visit to the immersive exhibition dedicated to the Little Prince at the Atelier des Lumières, an equally contemplative and dreamlike experience!
Practical information about Le Petit Prince theme park :
- Daily rates: adults ~€25, children (1 m to 11 yrs) ~€20, free for children under 1 m. Online discounts from 7 days before: ~20% on dated tickets, ~1 € online on undated tickets.
- Family offer (2 adults + 2 children) at ~65-77 € depending on advance purchase or on site.
- Season pass: ~60 € adult, ~44 € child, unlimited, including shop/restaurant discounts and access to evening events
- Classic opening hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., evening events on selected days for ~17 €, with last admission at 10 p.m.