Free
Heritage Trail: A Walk through Andilly
Andilly
Free self-guided interpretive trail at Andilly with 36 illustrated panels across the villages of Charly, Jussy and Saint-Symphorien, at the foot of Mont Sion.
Paid · Book online
Grand Parc d'Andilly
France's 8th-largest theme park, spanning over 15 hectares of forest in Andilly, with four seasonal worlds — summer, Médiévales, the Hameau du Père Noël and Grand Parc de Noël.
Les Grandes Médiévales d'Andilly 2016 · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA
At a glance
Type
Family theme park · 4 seasonal worlds
Access
Paid
Price
From €15 ('Malin' adult, booked 5 days ahead) · €18 'Liberté' summer rate
Duration
Full day recommended
Best season
July – August (summer) · October – December (Christmas)
Parking
Free on site
Animals
Accepted on a leash
Stroller / Reduced mobility
Accepted, some wooded areas less practicable
Town
Andilly
Wheelchair access
Partially accessible Source: Grand Parc d'Andilly (site officiel)
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Price
Adulte été 'Malin' (achat J-5)
15,00 €Réservation en ligne au moins 5 jours à l'avance
Adulte été 'Liberté'
18,00 €Achat le jour même, en ligne ou sur place
Enfant 3–11 ans été 'Malin'
12,00 €Réservation J-5
Enfant 3–11 ans été 'Liberté'
14,00 €Le jour même
Pack 2 parcs (Grand Parc + Hameau) adulte 'Liberté'
25,00 €Même jour, navette gratuite incluse
Pack 2 parcs enfant 'Liberté'
17,00 €Même jour
Abonnement saison été adulte
45,00 €Magie illimitée sur l'été
Abonnement saison été enfant
30,00 €Magie illimitée sur l'été
Grand Parc de Noël adulte
20,00 €Saison 17/10/2026 – 03/01/2027
Grand Parc de Noël enfant 3–11 ans
15,00 €Saison hiver
Hameau du Père Noël été adulte
12,00 €Saison 04/07–30/08/2026, tarif Liberté variable 12–14 €
Hameau du Père Noël été enfant 3–11
7,50 €Tarif Liberté variable 7,50–9 €
Médiévales d'Andilly adulte
20,00 €Festival mai 2026 — 23/24/25 + 30/31 mai
Médiévales d'Andilly enfant
13,00 €Festival mai 2026
Enfant moins de 3 ans
0,00 €Gratuit
What is Grand Parc d'Andilly
The Grand Parc d'Andilly is a family theme park set in the Forêt des Moulins at Andilly, just 25 minutes from Geneva and 35 minutes from Annecy. Spread over more than 15 hectares, it has been run since 1995 by the Le Petit Pays association and is ranked the 8th largest theme park in France by the specialist press.
The site offers four seasonal themed worlds: Les Grandes Médiévales d'Andilly (May medieval festival), Grand Parc d'Andilly summer (July–August), the Hameau du Père Noël at Saint-Blaise (spring, summer and winter) and the Grand Parc de Noël (October to January), alongside daily shows (night falconry, magic, fairground rides, farm animals) and elaborate hand-carved wooden settings unique in France.
The Hameau du Père Noël, open since 1989 in neighbouring Saint-Blaise, is one of the oldest permanent Christmas attractions in Europe. A free shuttle links the two sites in high season, and 2-park combo tickets let you visit both in a single day.
Activities
What you can do here
Practical
Practical information
Address
374 chemin des Rottets, 74350 Andilly (Hameau du Père Noël: 75 rue des Alouettes, Col du Mont-Sion, 74350 Saint-Blaise) View on map
Coordinates
46.0667° N · 6.0717° E (Grand Parc Andilly entrance)
Altitude
≈ 720 m (commune of Andilly)
Hours
Les Grandes Médiévales: 23, 24, 25, 30, 31 May 2026 · Grand Parc summer: opens 4 July 2026, through to 30 August — Wed/Thu/Fri + weekends 10am–6pm (Mon/Tue closed) · Hameau du Père Noël summer: 04/07–30/08, Wed/Thu/Fri + weekends 10am–12pm & 2pm–6pm · Grand Parc de Noël: 17/10/2026–03/01/2027 (closed 25/12 and 01/01) · Easter Hameau: 04/04–19/04/2026 every day 2pm–6pm (10am–6pm on 4–6 April). Verified on the official website on 21 May 2026 — subject to seasonal changes.
Booking
At grandparc-andilly.com/billeterie — 'Malin' rate gives -€3 off adult tickets if bought 5 days before the visit. Purchase at the ticket desks on the day at the 'Liberté' rate. Verified 21 May 2026.
Parking
Free on site, large forest capacity. May fill up on summer weekends and Médiévales evenings — arrive before 10:30am.
Pets
Dogs on a leash accepted throughout the park, except in animal areas and show halls.
Accessibility
Reduced rate available for disabled visitors. Varied wooded terrain — some sloped areas not well suited to wheelchairs. Dedicated 'PMR Visitors' page on the official website. Accessible toilets. Verified 21 May 2026.
Visit duration
Full day recommended (minimum 4 hours to tour Grand Parc, 5–6 hours for the 2-park pack with Hameau)
Contact
+33 (0)4 50 32 73 64. Verified 21 May 2026.
Access
How to get there
By car
From Geneva (≈25 min) via A40, Saint-Julien-en-Genevois exit, then D1201 to Col du Mont-Sion. From Annecy (≈35 min) via A41, Cruseilles exit, then D1201 north. From Annemasse (≈30 min) via A40 and D1201. Huge free forest parking, signposted 'Grand Parc d'Andilly'.
Open in MapsPublic transport
Bus line 272 (Annecy ↔ Geneva) stop 'Andilly, Jussy', 15–20 min walk (≈1.2 km). No train station in Andilly: TER to Saint-Julien-en-Genevois or Annecy, then bus 272. TGV via Annecy or Geneva-Cornavin.
Open in MapsBy bike
Secondary roads from Col du Mont-Sion. No cycling infrastructure right up to the park, but greenways exist in the neighbouring commune of Saint-Julien.
Open in MapsNearest stops
- Jussy · Cars Région Haute-Savoie · 272 · 713 m
- Cars Région Haute-Savoie · Official fares & timetables →
Transport data verified on 2026-06-15 · source transport.data.gouv.fr (Licence Etalab 2.0)
When to visit
When to visit
Grand Parc d'Andilly can be enjoyed across several seasons. The Médiévales (3rd weekend of May and Ascension weekend) draw crowds of families and history enthusiasts; arrive right at opening to catch the opening parade. Summer (4 July – 30 August 2026) is the park's peak season: play areas, animals, shows, generally fine weather. The Grand Parc de Noël (from 17 October 2026) plunges the site into winter magic with an ice rink and lights, especially enchanting at dusk. The Hameau du Père Noël in Saint-Blaise also opens for Easter (first and second weeks of April), a quieter format that delights young children.
Events : Four major annual cycles: Easter Hameau (04/04–19/04/2026), Andilly Médiévales (23, 24, 25, 30, 31 May 2026), Grand Parc d'Andilly summer (04/07–30/08/2026), Grand Parc de Noël and winter Hameau du Père Noël (17/10/2026–03/01/2027, closed 25/12 and 01/01). Full programme on grandparc-andilly.com.
Nearby
Where to eat, drink, stay
Photos
Gallery
Les Grandes Médiévales d'Andilly — Fauconnerie · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SABeen there? Share your photos — we'll add them to this page with credit. Tag #loisirs74 or email photos@loisirs74.fr
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How do I book Grand Parc d'Andilly?
Book Grand Parc d'Andilly online at grandparc-andilly.com/billeterie. The 'Malin' rate gives -€3 off adult tickets (-€2 child) if purchased at least 5 days before the visit. Also available on the day at the ticket desks at the 'Liberté' rate.
What are the prices at Grand Parc d'Andilly?
Grand Parc d'Andilly summer: adult €15 'Malin' (J-5) or €18 'Liberté'; child 3–11 €12 / €14. 2-park pack adult €25. Grand Parc de Noël adult €20. Médiévales €20 adult. Under 3s free. Verified 21 May 2026.
What are the opening hours of Grand Parc d'Andilly?
Grand Parc d'Andilly: Médiévales 23–25 and 30–31 May 2026; summer opens 4 July, through to 30 August, Wed/Thu/Fri + weekends 10am–6pm; Grand Parc de Noël 17/10/2026–03/01/2027. Verified on the official website on 21 May 2026 — subject to seasonal changes.
What is the Hameau du Père Noël at Grand Parc d'Andilly?
The Hameau du Père Noël is Grand Parc d'Andilly's sister attraction, located in Saint-Blaise at the Col du Mont-Sion. Santa's house, elves' workshops, carousels, open at Easter, summer and Christmas. Free shuttle between the two sites in season.
Are dogs allowed at Grand Parc d'Andilly?
Yes. Grand Parc d'Andilly accepts dogs on a leash throughout the park, except in animal areas (mini farm) and show halls. Water and shaded areas available. Animals not allowed on the carousels.
Is Grand Parc d'Andilly wheelchair accessible?
Partially, yes. Grand Parc d'Andilly offers a reduced rate for disabled visitors and has a 'PMR Visitors' page on its official website. Varied wooded terrain, with some sloped areas less practicable for wheelchairs. Accessible toilets.
How much time should I allow at Grand Parc d'Andilly?
Grand Parc d'Andilly requires a full day. Allow 4 hours minimum to tour the park alone, 5 to 6 hours for the 2-park pack including the Hameau du Père Noël with shuttle. Picnicking possible on site.
What happens at Grand Parc d'Andilly's Médiévales?
The Grand Parc d'Andilly Médiévales (23–25 + 30–31 May 2026): jousting on horseback, troubadours, tournaments, a medieval banquet, over 200 performers in period costume, a forge, falconry. Adult €20, child €13.
Sources
Sources & verification
- grandparc-andilly.com
- grandparc-andilly.com
- fr.wikipedia.org
- idt-hautesavoie.com
- haute-savoie-tourisme.org
- montsdugenevois.com
Multi-source verification at publication. Information may change — confirm with the official operator before travelling.
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