Tépacap

What Tépacap does

Tépacap, commercially rebranded in 2023 to La Forêt des Défis, is a family-owned outdoor adventure park operated by SARL TE BITCHE on an 8-hectare site within the UNESCO-classified Northern Vosges forest in Bitche, Moselle, France. The park was founded in 2004 by Alain Heit, France's first accrobranche equipment installer and an AFNOR safety standards specialist, and is now operated by the founder together with his two sons. Its core product is a portfolio of in-person recreational activities rather than software, anchored by ten treetop adventure (accrobranche) courses equipped with the Clic-It belay safety system (in use since 2013), supplemented by ground-level games (Teosol), a giant suspended net structure (Parcabout), outdoor laser tag, a catapult ejector ride, a dark labyrinth, dedicated toddler play areas, and on-site F&B and overnight tipi accommodation.

The business operates as a direct-to-consumer seasonal leisure venue, monetizing through tiered unit-priced day passes (€15–€30 per visitor based on age and product bundle), add-on activity charges (€12 catapult, €22 standalone accrobranche), tipi overnight packages (€54–€90 per person, minimum 12-person groups), and group reservations for schools, corporate teams, sports clubs, and celebrations. Tickets are sold on-site and through the BilletWeb online platform with a 20% deposit model for group bookings. The customer base spans families (primary segment), schools and day camps, corporate committees, associations, and celebration groups; the park also runs a partnership with Outbrave Adventure for survival-themed corporate seminars. Average throughput is approximately 25,000 visitors per season against a 300-visitor concurrent capacity.

Operationally, the company is small (~6 employees), bootstrapped, certified by the French Ministry of Youth and Sports (APNA/06/01), and staffed by CQP OPAH-qualified instructors, with annual independent safety inspections. Distribution relies on a trilingual website (French, English, German), organic social media (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube), word-of-mouth, and direct group sales, with no disclosed funding, no parent company, and no multi-site footprint.

Name

Tépacap

Legal name

SARL TE BITCHE

Website

https://tepacap-bitche.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Tépacap, operating as La Forêt des Défis, is a family-owned outdoor adventure park in Bitche, France, offering treetop courses, laser tag, and on-site dining and accommodation to roughly 25,000 seasonal visitors across families, schools, and corporate groups.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Outdoor Adventure Park

NAICS

Amusement Parks and Arcades (7131)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Adventure & Aerial Parks (Ropes Courses, Zipline Parks, Climbing Parks) (THAJAEAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Via Ferrata & Adventure Climbing Parks (THAAACAE), Wilderness & Backcountry Lodges (Remote/Off-Grid) (THAGAIAB)

Keywords

• Adventure park services
• Treetop adventure courses
• Outdoor recreation attractions
• Leisure park operations
• Group event hosting

Headquarters

HQ city

Bitche

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Park Entry Fees: Day passes for park access including Teosol games and Parcabout, with pricing tiers by age (children, teenagers, adults). Additional charge for gloves.
2. Treetop Adventure (Téaccro): Access to 10 accrobranche courses with pricing tiers. Can be purchased as add-on to park entry or standalone.
3. Laser Game: Outdoor laser tag sessions available as standalone activity or add-on.
4. Catapult Ejector: Per-ride adrenaline attraction (2 ejections per session).
5. Tipi Overnight Stays: Group accommodation packages in wooden tipis with varying price tiers by age (adult, junior, child). Minimum 12 persons, check-in at 4pm, check-out at 11am.
6. Food & Beverage (Tapafaim): On-site restaurant and snack bar offering sandwiches, salads, burgers, and group meals. Can be pre-ordered for groups.
7. Group Bookings: Customized packages for schools, companies, associations, birthday parties, and bachelor/bachelorette events. Includes accommodation, activities, and catering options.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Tépacap operates an 8-hectare outdoor adventure park (now branded La Forêt des Défis) located in the Northern Vosges forest in Bitche, France. It sells day passes and activity bundles for treetop adventure courses (10 difficulty levels using the Clic-It belay system), unique ground-level games, suspended net attractions (Parcabout), outdoor laser tag, catapult ejection ride, on-site dining, and wooden tipi overnight accommodations for groups.

Product overview

Tépacap, now operating as La Forêt des Défis, is a leisure adventure park located in Bitche, Moselle, France. The park spans 8 hectares in the Northern Vosges forest (UNESCO heritage site) and offers a portfolio of physical recreational activities rather than a traditional software product. The core offerings include accrobranche (treetop adventure courses with 10 levels), unique ground games (Teosol), suspended net attractions (Parcabout), laser tag (Laser Game Outdoor), and thrill rides (Catapult Ejector). Additional services include overnight accommodation in tipis (Hébergement Tipi), on-site dining (Tapafaim restaurant), and specialized group event packages for schools, corporate teams, birthday celebrations, bachelor/bachelorette parties, and sports clubs. The park operates on a tiered pricing model with base park entry, add-on activity bundles, and group packages. Founded in 2004 and rebranded in 2023.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Tapafaim: On-site restaurant and catering service offering sandwiches, salads, burgers, and sweet treats.
• Téaccro
• Teosol
• Parcabout
• Catapult Ejector
• Laser Game
• Tépasipti
• Télutin

Products and services

• Téaccro (Treetop Adventure Courses) 10 accrobranche courses with cables, ladders, and nets across progressive difficulty levels; suitable for adults and children; secured with the Clic-It belay system.
• Teosol Games Proprietary ground-level games and attractions for all ages, included with park entry.
• Parcabout Giant suspended net structure installed in trees, allowing visitors to bounce and explore at height without a harness.
• Laser Game Outdoor Outdoor laser tag game played within the forest environment, available as a standalone activity or bundled with park entry.
• Catapult Ejector Adrenaline ride that ejects participants into the air, priced per session with 2 ejections included.
• Tépacap Nights — Tipi Overnight Accommodation Overnight stays in 5 wooden tipis with electricity, each accommodating up to 8–9 people; minimum 12 persons required for group bookings; night packs include dinner and breakfast.
• Tapafaim Restaurant On-site restaurant and snack bar offering sandwiches, salads, burgers, desserts, and group meal pre-orders, with dining capacity up to 300 persons under a giant tipi or terraces.
• School Trip Packages Tailored educational outings for school groups promoting curiosity, teamwork, and motor skill development in a safe natural environment; suitable for children from age 4.
• Corporate Seminars and Team-Building Corporate team-building events in nature combining work meetings with adventure activities; includes partnership with Outbrave Adventure for survival-style seminars.
• Birthday Celebration Packages Birthday party packages for children and adults including access to park attractions and dedicated dining spaces under a giant tipi; guest of honor receives free park entry.
• Bachelor/Bachelorette Party Packages Pre-wedding celebration packages featuring unique games, dark labyrinth, suspended nets, treetop adventures, and optional outdoor laser tag.
• Associations and Sports Club Packages Customized adventure days for associations and sports clubs with varied activities and dining options for groups of multiple ages and skill levels.
• Téaccro Solo (Standalone Treetop Access) Standalone accrobranche access without entry to other park games, priced at €22 per person.

Quantifiable outcome

• ~25,000 average visitors per season
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Outbrave AdventureminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSurvival specialist partner providing additional adventure experiences for corporate seminars. Offers survival techniques, stress management, and orientation challenges as an extension to the park's team-building offerings. Helps strengthen team cohesion with thrilling experiences.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Koezio: France-based adventure entertainment brand (by Compagnie des Alpes) offering team-building adventure experiences; comparable group/corporate focus with multi-attraction bundles.
• Aventure Land: Independent theme and adventure park in France combining rides, attractions, and adventure activities; comparable multi-attraction family park model.
• Oxygène Aventure: Outdoor adventure operator offering accrobranche, via ferrata, and water sports across multiple French sites; competes for the same family and corporate group bookings.
• La Récrée des Trois Curés: French family entertainment center combining indoor/outdoor attractions including accrobranche; comparable mixed-activity park targeting families and groups.
• Forest Adventure: One of France's largest accrobranche chains with multiple forest sites; directly comparable multi-course, multi-level aerial park offering targeting families and groups.
• Accrobranche (Multiaventures / Indyparks): Network of independently operated accrobranche parks across France; closest direct competitor in the same treetop adventure / aerial park category with similar ticket and group pricing models.

Broad incumbents

• Center Parcs (Pierre & Vacances): Large-scale nature-based family resort operator with on-site activities and accommodation; competes indirectly for family short-stay leisure demand in Northern France and Benelux.

Emerging players

• GoJump (Trampoline & Adventure): French indoor/outdoor adventure and trampoline park operator; partial overlap in adventure-based family entertainment and group events.
• Vertical'Art: Climbing and adventure center chain expanding across France; overlaps in adventure-based activity centers and group bookings, though more climbing-focused than treetop courses.

Regional players

• Didi'Land: Family theme park in Alsace (nearby Grand Est region); competes for the same regional family day-trip and group outing demand.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@LaForetdesDefis
• Facebookfacebook.com/laforetdesdefis
• Instagraminstagram.com/laforetdesdefis
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/t%C3%A9pacap

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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