Do you want to experience a unique and adventure-filled experience in the country of Cervantes? You must visit Puy-du-Fou in Spain!
First, it is directly inspired by the concept of French Puy-du-Fou. Spanish equivalence is located in the region of Castile La Manche, south of Madrid . Just an hour from the capital, the park is easy to find. The concept was elected best amusement park twice, which means the quality of its services. Both suitable for children and parents, visiting Puy-du-Fou in Spain is like collecting memorable memories, with family or friends. It promises surprises, bounces, and glare, all in an atmosphere assumed and assured. So, what do you expect to discover the gladiators, the markets of medieval times and history?
History of Puy-du-Fou in Spain
Photo credit: Facebook – Puy du Fou España
The original story dates back to June 1977, when Château du Puy-du-Fou was discovered in the Epesses in France. Then, in 1978, the first representation of the famous Cinéscénie took place in front of a Puyfolais parterre. So, with its growing success over the next three decades, the concept extends: medieval city and market, academy, hotels... In 2017, the founders saw things bigger and decided to open a second park Puy-du-Fou, but in Spain in Toledo. Strategic location because close to the Spanish capital. But also because it is a historic high place, classified as World Heritage of Humanity since 1986. This said, since the opening in 2019, and in the continuity of the French park, Spanish History is represented in its most beautiful appearance through grandiose and striking shows. So many good reasons to visit Puy-du-Fou in Spain!
Our tips for visiting Puy-du-Fou in Spain
Why don't you take a little trick?
Enjoy your close proximity to the city of Toledo to make a small detour. Indeed, being a high historical place, the city tolédane will marvel at you by its beauty. In addition, you will find elements in the show “El Sueño de Toledo” presented at the park.
Coming early!
The main advice we can give you to visit the Spanish Puy-du-Fou is to arrive one hour before the start of the show. It’s much easier at the logistics level as 4,000 spectators can accommodate, the organisation in the placement is a real puzzle. In short, not to delay the show, come soon!
What about the weather?
Also, depending on the period you chose to go to Puy-du-Fou in Spain, you will enjoy warm clothes. As the representation is outdoor and nocturnal, fresh air is sometimes very quickly felt. However, do not fear the rain. The shows are designed to be presented under any weather.
The suit? Only for the actors!
Note that you will not be able to enter the Puy-du-Fou enclosure if you come to suit. Indeed, for artistic reasons, the reception can refuse you access to the park or ask you to change yourself.
Objects prohibited
In conclusion, by simple security measures, certain objects are prohibited within the park: weapons (lames, scissors...), aerosols, alcoholic drinks, drugs... The park also advises to limit personal items to access them more quickly.
What to do during your visit to Puy-du-Fou?
Photo credit: Facebook – Puy du Fou España
Visiting Puy-du-Fou in Spain is mainly to attend the major show that is given in 2020: El sueño de Toledo (The Dream of Toledo). Very young, the park has not yet developed as many structures as the French park which now has more than thirty years.
El Sueño de Toledo 2020
This show is one of the biggest shows in Spain, if not the largest. And for cause, he retraces almost 1500 years of history. So, be ready and relive all the Spanish epic with María, a young lavender who will take part in a journey in time, driven by the old Azacán of Toledo. So for more than an hour, discover more than 2000 characters and riders replaying the most beautiful hours of Spain. To do this, more than 200 actors and nearly 1,700 costumes intervene. On a huge surface of 5 hectares, you will see a unique night-time show in the world, which revives and understands history.
The Puy-du-Fou in 2021
Be patient again and discover, in 2021, the great innovations of the park. Indeed, it is almost 30 hectares that come in addition to the 5 hectares already occupied by the show “El Sueño de Toledo”. At the heart of this spectacular novelty, new organizations will see the day. Close to 5000 catering places fast or traditional will be available. In terms of representations, there will be 4 diurnal shows , one in the open air, for up to 4,000 people, several times a day. Also, three villages will open their doors: a medieval village Castillan, a Moorish settlement and a village of artisans.
How much does a ticket cost to the Puy-du-Fou?
Photo credit: Facebook – Puy du Fou España
Classical bill
- Without investment : 24 € on reservation, 31 € on location
- With placement in central rostrum : 32 € on reservation, 39 € on location
Numerous families
- Without investment : 22,30 € on reservation, 31 € on site
- With placement in central rostrum : 30,30 € on reservation, 39 € on site
Persons with disabilities
- Without investment : 18 € on reservation, 23,25 € on site
- With placement : 26 € on reservation, 31,25 € on site
Business, CSE, communities and groups
- Miscellaneous groups without placement : 22,30 € on reservation, 31 € on site
- Various with placement in the central rostrum : 30,30 € on reservation, 39 € on site
- Youth groups or school groups without placement : 22,30 € (adult) or 19,20 € (child) on reservation / 29 € (adult) or 25 € (child) on site
- Youth or school groups with placement : 30,30 € (adult) or 37 € (child) on reservation / 37 € (adult) or 33 € (child) on site
How to book online a ticket for Puy-du-Fou in Spain?
To book your ticket to visit Puy-du-Fou in Spain, it is very simple. First, go to the park site, tab “Book”. Then let yourself be guided, select the number of people and choose your session. To complete, access the online payment. The site is very well done and optimized for a simple and transparent reservation. However, we advise you to print the tickets once they are validated. Please note that for groups, reservations are made only by telephone (+34 925 630 135).
From Madrid, there are excursions including round-trip transport and entrance to the park. Offered by sites specializing in tours and activities, these tickets are a good alternative to enjoy the park with an all inclusive formula!
Opening hours
Since the Puy-du-Fou Park in Spain is quite recent, all the infrastructure that can be found in France has not yet been created. As a result, the park's schedules are summarized at the time of the main show of 2020: El Sueño de Toledo . Moreover, it is advisable to give you an hour before the start of the show.
- April and September 21:30
- May and August 22h
- June and July 22:30
- October 21:00
How to access Puy-du-Fou in Spain?
By car
To get to Puy-du-Fou in Spain, you will have to follow the highway A-42 since Madrid , to the exit 68B (direction Tolède/Centre Urbain). In about 55 minutes you will reach Toledo and the entrance to the park. If you come from France, you will have to go through the Spanish capital anyway. From the southwest, join the E-5 via Burgos and from the southeast, catch the E-90 via Zaragoza.
By plane
Just like by car, coming by plane to Puy-du-Fou makes you transit through Madrid. The park is located an hour from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. You can then opt for one car rental or reach the Atocha-Madrid train station, via an express bus line or by metro.
By train
To reach the Puy-du-Fou de Tolède park from Madrid, take the high-speed train (AVE) from the station of Atocha-Madrid. Since the journey lasts only 30 minutes and the two cities are close, there are very regular departures. And this, several times a day.
Where to park near Puy-du-Fou?
Des free parking are available to visitors around the park. Therefore, you should not encounter any difficulties to park.
Where to stay near Puy-du-Fou in Spain?
The park does not yet have internal hotels given its young age. As a result, all dwellings are more or less concentrated on the part of the city of Toledo herself. The budgets vary greatly depending on the criteria you have. However, we can already advise you to do a research on a Compare hotels to find your ideal place of stay.
Don't worry about staying in town, there are transport facilities available to reach the park on the CM-40.
Loading comments ...