Casteil Animal Park
A unique nature adventure in the heart of the Catalan Pyrenees
Immerse yourself in an unforgettable 23-hectare natural setting on a mountainside, home to over 300 animals from all 5 continents. Located in the Parc Naturel Régional des Pyrénées Catalanes, just a few kilometres from Villefranche-de-Conflent, the Casteil animal park invites you to take a 3.5 km walk through unspoilt nature.🐾 Meet animals from all over the world
Lions, European wolves, lynx, bears, wallabies, deer, emus, macaws, alpacas, chinchillas, ferrets, tortoises, Catalan donkeys... Discover animals in semi-liberty, in a setting designed to reproduce their natural habitat. An enriching visit, accessible to all, to enjoy with family or friends.
An experience in the heart of the mountains
⏱ Average length of visit: 3 hours
📏 Distance: 3.5 km with a 200 m gradient
👟 Recommended equipment: good shoes, water bottle, cap/hat, sunglasses
👶 Practicalities: baby-carriers on loan free of charge
🎒 Ideal for a family outing, educational and rejuvenating
📏 Distance: 3.5 km with a 200 m gradient
👟 Recommended equipment: good shoes, water bottle, cap/hat, sunglasses
👶 Practicalities: baby-carriers on loan free of charge
🎒 Ideal for a family outing, educational and rejuvenating
Parc Aventure - Fun for all ages!
Extend your day at the Parc Aventure, an area dedicated to children and families:
- Adventure course: suspended bridges, nets, aerial passages... in complete safety
- Themed play areas: fun and creative spaces for climbing, exploring and imagining.
- Unforgettable moments guaranteed, combining nature, sport and fun.
Practical information
- 🗓 Open every day from April to the end of October and in winter at weekends and during school holidays
- 🅿️ Free car park
- 🧺 Picnic area
- 🍔 Snack bar on site (open from 5 July to 24 August 2025 every day from 12pm to 5.30pm / from 12 April to 4 July 2025 and from 25 August to the end of October 2025 during holidays and weekends from 12pm to 3pm).
- 🚗 Electric buggy available for hire (on site subject to availability).
Why choose Parc de Casteil?
✔️ A nature walk in an exceptional setting at the foot of the Canigou mountains
✔️ A privileged encounter with the animals
✔️ A conservation approach that respects wildlife
✔️ A complete outing combining education, relaxation and adventure
