Biotropica

Biotropica is one of France's largest tropical greenhouse zoos, featuring a massive 6,000 m² climate-controlled tropical environment that transports visitors to exotic habitats year-round. Opened in 2012 and now an EAZA member, the park houses over 1,300 animals across 130 species, including the only Komodo Dragon in France and critically endangered African Slender-Snouted Crocodiles. The 10-hectare site offers nine thematic zones ranging from the tropical greenhouse with sloths, alligators, and anacondas to the Australian Bush where visitors can walk among kangaroos and wallabies. Highlights include the Asia Garden with red pandas, the Penguin Cove with Humboldt penguins, and a new underwater viewing area for Ganges Gavials. The park is particularly renowned for its conservation breeding programs, having achieved France's first sloth birth in over 30 years. Plan 3-4 hours for a complete visit, and note that hours vary seasonally - the park opens earlier (9:30) and closes later (18:30) during summer months.