Located in the heart of the Auvergne volcanoes, the Vulcania amusement park offers the opportunity to discover volcanoes and other phenomena on Earth.
Open for more than 20 years, the Vulcania amusement park located in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes is one of the Top 10 parks in France with nearly 400,000 visitors per year. It is accessible to all ages.
What is Vulcania?
Vulcania is an amusement park located in the volcanoes of the Chaîne des Puys, opened to the public in 2002. It belongs to the Auvergne‐Rhône‐Alpes region. Its architecture is unique because it is dug into the volcanic rock resulting from the eruptions of the Auvergne volcanoes. Vulcania offers a fun and enriching immersion in the world of volcanoes, natural phenomena and the Earth in Space. It has the largest planetarium in France under an immersive dome 22 meters in diameter (inaugurated in 2023), dynamic entertainment including a family roller coaster, films on giant screens (CinéMax, the largest screen in Europe, and the Astrodôme), activities and shows hosted by scientists and shows.
What attractions in Vulcania?
Young and old experience strong emotions in Vulcania! The attractions allow you to learn and understand while having a pleasant time. In the attraction Sacred volcanoesyou board a vehicle which traces the history of people facing volcanoes. The sensations are there thanks to the dynamic attractions Awakening of the giants of Auvergne, Dragon ride, or even Namazuan intense adventure in the heart of a seismic fault aboard an all-terrain vehicle (from 1.20m).
Animations narrated by scientists are also offered as “Volcano workshops” to put yourself in the shoes of a volcanologist, the Earthquakes Expo to understand the mechanisms of earthquakes, their formation, their measurement and risk prevention, or even “Earth and Planet Machine Unveiled” to unlock the secrets of the planet. Astronomy evenings are also offered on certain dates in July and August.
What’s new in 2026?
For the 2026 season, Vulcania is enriching its offer of immersive attractions with major new experiences:
- “Hawaii Expedition” (open since July 1, 2026): An immersive family adventure guided by volcanologist Lila. Following in the footsteps of Katia and Maurice Krafft, the famous French volcanologists, visitors explore the very fluid lavas and shield volcanoes of the Hawaiian archipelago up close through an interactive tour in 5 stages with special effects.
- “Primordia, the birth of the world”: The new nighttime show of sounds, lights and pyrotechnics offered on several dates in August 2026.
- At the Planetarium: Two new temporary screenings join the program with “Asteroid” (broadcast in spring and fall) and “Destination Moon: the quest for water” (from September 2, 2026).
- Terre de Volcans (sensory exploration space) as well as the energized version of Angry Earth are now part of the park’s catalog of permanent reference attractions.
How long does it take to visit Vulcania?
To visit Vulcania, it is recommended to plan at least a full day, with an average visit duration of more than 6 hours. If you want to explore all the activities, including science workshops and shows, or prefer to take your time without rushing, consider splitting your visit over two days. During school holidays, it is possible to buy a 2nd day ticket on site if you wish to return the next day.
What are the opening dates of Vulcania?
The park is open from March 25 to November 1, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., except from July 6 to August 30, 2026 when it is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. (and until 11 p.m. during the night). Please note that the park is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays from September 1 to October 13, 2026 inclusive.
What are Vulcania’s prices?
Individual entry prices (1-day dated entry ticket purchased on site) for the 2026 season have increased and differ depending on the time of year:
- Green period (Low season) : €28.00 Adults; €23.00 Children (6-16 years old); €7.50 Toddler (3-5 years)
- Blue period (Holidays & Weekends) : €31.50 Adults; €26.50 Children; €8.50 Toddler
- Yellow & purple period (Special / Astronomy evenings) : €33.00 Adults; €27.50 Children; €9.50 Toddler
To save money, purchasing “Billets Malins” online in advance (at least 5 days before the visit) allows you to benefit from reductions (e.g. adult entry increases to €27.00 during the green period and €31.00 during the yellow period). The Freedom Ticket (undated) is offered at the single price of €33.00 for adults, €27.50 for children and €9.50 for toddlers.
A reduced rate applies to students, unemployed people and people with disabilities (with proof). The park is free for children under 3 years old. Payment methods accepted on site: bank cards, bank checks, cash, holiday checks, Cado checks, Culture checks, Kadéos checks. Free parking equipped with electric charging stations.
