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Parc Zoologique La Barben

Route du Chateau, 13330 La Barben, France
+33 (0)4 90 55 19 12
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Ranked #2 of 2 attractions in La Barben
4.0 of 5 stars 8 Reviews
Type: Zoos
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Leigh on Sea
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2012

We visited here in April 2012 as we were staying in nearby St Cannat. We were out of holiday season so it was quiet. You have to purchase a ticket before entering and then press the buzzer where you have to give the number on your ticket (luckily the husband speaks French but they must speak English as they gave... More

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Ireland
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Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 7, 2012

I must admit, I hate Zoos. Hate hate them. This one I can manage. We've visited here close to ten times. Its setting on private grounds, with the Chateau Barben backdrop make up for it. It's more like a private animal collection. Not too many cages to be seen, except for the big cats etc Our favourites are the Alpacas,... More

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Juan-les-Pins, France
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 28, 2012

Fortunately, we did not experience the theft we had heard about as we did park in the open lot. It was Sunday and very busy so maybe that was a deterrent. The zoo itself far outshines any we have seen in France - the animals have lots of space, they are animated and obviously well cared for. The snack restaurant... More

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Antibes, France
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed January 16, 2012
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I went to the zoo the last week of December 2011. It is a nice zoo, with a lot of animals and a great environment. There are several animations done by the zoo staff that are nice. A little train allows you to discover the place. .......But you need to know the following before going for avoiding the very bad... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012
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Marseille, France
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2012
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2012
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 7, 2012
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