Zoo Parc De Beauval

What Zoo Parc De Beauval does

ZooParc de Beauval, founded in 1980 by Françoise Delord and headquartered in Saint-Aignan, Loir-et-Cher, France, operates a 46-hectare zoological park housing approximately 35,000 animals across 800 species in 24 themed territories. The park is ranked the 4th best zoo in the world by TripAdvisor (2018) and remains the only zoo in mainland France to hold giant pandas, koalas, harpy eagles, langur Douc monkeys, and golden snub-nosed monkeys, the last under a 10-year 2025 conservation agreement with the China Wildlife Conservation Association. Visitor experience combines a tropical dome (Dôme Équatorial), the 800-metre Le Nuage de Beauval cable car, two immersive bird and sea lion shows, and three new 2026 territories: Les Terres Rouges (Australian zone), Bucolia (heritage farm), and Les Roches Vives (water play area).

The business operates a diversified direct-to-consumer revenue model spanning dated and undated 1- and 2-day admission tickets (€32–€70), four tiers of ZooPass annual subscriptions (€99–€434), eight themed hotels and residences (Les Jardins, Les Pagodes, Les Hauts, Les Rivages, Les Hameaux, plus Le Grand Hôtel, Beauvilliers, Le Relais Touraine Sologne), 23 on-site dining locations, four retail boutiques plus an e-boutique, premium behind-the-scenes experiences (Soigneur d'un Jour, Rencontres Privilèges), and an animal sponsorship programme funding Beauval Nature's 70+ conservation projects. Distribution is exclusively direct through zoobeauval.com, the billetterie platform, and on-site cash desks, with third-party gift card distribution via Kadéos and dedicated B2B portals for schools, CSE committees, tourism professionals, and corporate seminars. The family remains in operational control, with Rodolphe Delord serving as Zoo Director and over 700 permanent staff supplemented by 750 seasonal workers during peak periods.

Name

Zoo Parc De Beauval

Legal name

ZooParc de Beauval

Website

https://zoobeauval.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

ZooParc de Beauval operates a 46-hectare zoological park in Saint-Aignan, France, housing 35,000 animals across 800 species, serving families, tourists, and schools via tickets, annual passes, themed hotels, dining, and conservation experiences.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Zoological Park and Wildlife Conservation

NAICS

Zoos and Botanical Gardens (712130), Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions (712190)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Zoo & Aquarium Parks (Ticketed Wildlife Attractions) (THAJAEAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Zoos, Aquariums & Botanical Gardens (Educational Collections) (THAJADAL), Birding & Wildlife Observation Lodges (THAGAIAK)

Keywords

• Zoological park operations
• Wildlife conservation programs
• Themed hotel hospitality
• Family leisure attractions
• Animal sponsorship services

Headquarters

HQ city

Mont-saint-aignan

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Zoo Admission Tickets: Single-entry and multi-day tickets for park access, priced by age tier (adult/child) and datedness (discounted for advance online purchase vs. undated). Tickets include full access to the park, dome, shows, and cable car with no supplementary charges inside.
2. ZooPass Annual Subscriptions: Annual unlimited-entry passes sold in four tiers (Classique, Premium, Premium Duo, Famille) at different price points, providing recurring annual revenue and customer lock-in with tiered perks (discounts on dining, boutiques, hotels, and priority access).
3. Hotel Accommodation: On-site themed hotels (Les Jardins, Les Pagodes, Les Hauts, Les Rivages) and adjacent typified establishments (Le Grand Hôtel, Beauvilliers, Le Relais Touraine Sologne) and Les Hameaux residence. Revenue from room bookings, restaurant dining, bar services, and spa treatments.
4. Food & Beverage: 23 on-site dining locations offering varied cuisine at different price points, including themed buffets, à la carte restaurants, and snack kiosks. Revenue from per-transaction F&B purchases.
5. Retail & E-commerce: 4 physical boutiques (Au Royaume des Pandas, Autour du Monde, Uluwatu, Du Coq à l'Âne) and an e-boutique selling plush toys, books, magnets, mugs, medals, and branded merchandise. Gift cards (physical and digital) also generate revenue.
6. Animal Sponsorship (Parrainage): Visitors can sponsor individual animals; the ~40 sponsored animals fund conservation and research programmes through Beauval Nature association.
7. Experiences & Activities: Paid premium experiences including 'Keeper for a Day' (Soigneur d'un Jour) for adults (16+), juniors (10-15), and families, 'Premiers Pas de Soigneur' (6-9 years), Privileged Encounters (Rencontres Privilèges), and school workshops. ZooPass add-ons such as Pass Zen (priority access) also generate supplementary revenue.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

ZooParc de Beauval operates a 46-hectare zoological park housing 35,000 animals across 800 species in 24 themed territories, offering single-day and multi-day admission tickets, annual ZooPass subscriptions, premium keeper-for-a-day experiences, immersive shows, the Le Nuage de Beauval cable car, and the equatorial dome. The park also operates 8 themed hotels/residences, 23 dining outlets, 4 retail boutiques, the Beauval Nature conservation association, and an on-site veterinary clinic, functioning as an integrated family leisure and conservation destination.

Product overview

ZooParc de Beauval is a world-renowned zoo (ranked top 4 globally by TripAdvisor) offering a comprehensive visitor experience centered on its core 46-hectare zoo housing 35,000 animals across 800 species in 24 themed territories. The portfolio combines core admission products (1-day and 2-day tickets, ZooPass annual passes, Pass Zen priority access) with premium animal experiences (Soigneur d'un Jour keeper programs, Rencontres Privilèges exclusive encounters), immersive shows (Les Maîtres des Airs bird show, L'Odyssée des Lions de Mer sea lion show, Le Nuage de Beauval cable car), and 8 themed hotels/residences (Les Jardins Bali-themed, Les Pagodes China-themed, Les Hauts African-themed, Les Rivages Mexican-themed, Les Hameaux self-catering residence, plus typical hotels Le Grand Hôtel, Beauvilliers, and Le Relais Touraine Sologne). The ecosystem is supported by Beauval Nature conservation association, an on-site veterinary clinic unique in Europe, and a 2023-opened wildlife rehabilitation center. Notable 2026 territory launches include Les Terres Rouges (Australian zone with wombats), Bucolia (heritage farm), and Les Roches Vives (water play area).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Beauval Nature: Conservation and research association created by Beauval supporting 70+ conservation programs worldwide
• Les Hôtels de Beauval
• Les Pagodes de Beauval
• Les Jardins de Beauval
• Les Hauts de Beauval
• Les Rivages de Beauval
• Les Hameaux de Beauval
• Le Nuage de Beauval
• Beauval Box
• ZooPass

Products and services

• Billet 1 jour (1-Day Admission Ticket)

Quantifiable outcome

• First birth of a golden snub-nosed monkey (Rhinopithecus roxellana) outside Asia, March 2026
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 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

Integration3 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• China Wildlife Conservation Association (CWCA)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2025A 10-year international conservation cooperation agreement coordinated by the China Wildlife Conservation Association. Three golden snub-nosed monkeys (Rhinopithecus roxellana) were transferred to ZooParc de Beauval in April 2025. Part of the annual payments are earmarked for habitat conservation in China. The zoos are in discussions with Chinese authorities to launch joint research and conservation programmes similar to those established for giant pandas. A first birth of this endangered species outside Asia was recorded in March 2026. The programme coincides with the 60th anniversary of China-France diplomatic relations.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Chester Zoo: UK-based zoological charity ranked among the world's top zoos with comparable species scale, strong conservation/field-programme credentials, and significant visitor volumes. Comparable as a destination zoo with a research-led brand.
• Oceanogràfic (Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias): Largest aquarium in Europe, operated as part of a themed cultural/leisure complex. Comparable as a ticketed marine/wildlife attraction with conservation positioning in a European tourism setting.
• Bioparc Valencia: European immersive-zoo operator using multi-species themed territories without visible barriers. Comparable as a mid-sized European destination zoo pursuing similar immersive-zoo design philosophy.
• Zoo Berlin / Tierpark Berlin: Major German zoological institution with large species collections and comparable European destination positioning. Comparable as a high-attendance zoological operator with conservation focus, though lacking the integrated hotel ecosystem.
• Pairi Daiza: Belgian zoological park widely regarded as one of Europe's top zoos, with comparable scale, integrated themed lodging, conservation mission, and a similar flagship-species strategy (including giant pandas). Most directly comparable European competitor on model and positioning.

Broad incumbents

• San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance: Largest and most established zoological brand globally with comparable conservation-led model and species breadth. Significantly larger scale and international footprint; useful benchmark for ultimate scale and brand ceiling.
• Disney's Animal Kingdom: Major theme park operator with a zoological component, showcasing the full integration of themed attractions, hospitality, retail and F&B at destination scale. Comparable on the integrated-resort model, though the zoological mission is secondary.
• Singapore Zoo (Mandai Wildlife Group): Asian destination zoological group integrating multiple parks, hospitality and conservation — analogous to Beauval's zoo + hotel + conservation bundle, though at a multi-site, larger scale in a different geography.
• Aspro Parks: European leisure/zoo operator running multiple parks and aquariums; comparable on multi-site zoological park operations and integration with tourism destinations, though more diversified across non-zoo assets.

Regional players

• Puy du Fou: French themed experience operator with comparable scale of attendance, immersive themed territories, integrated lodging and strong TripAdvisor positioning. Comparable on destination model within France, though with a historical/performance theme rather than wildlife.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/zoobeauval
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/zoobeauval
• Facebookfacebook.com/zoobeauval
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/zoo-parc-de-beauval
• Instagraminstagram.com/zoobeauval
• TikToktiktok.com/@zoobeauval

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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