La Vallée des Singes
A primate-themed zoo where monkeys roam freely among islands and woodland, with close-up views of bonobos and gorillas.
La Vallée des Singes is located in Romagne, about 40 km south of Poitiers. Across roughly 16 hectares of woodland live more than 30 species and some 450 primates. Many lemurs and squirrel monkeys wander freely among visitors, while bonobos and gorillas live on small islands surrounded by water. Keepers give talks and feeding sessions throughout the day. Adult admission costs about 22 euros, and the park is closed in winter. A visit takes about 3 to 4 hours, and the site can only be reached by car.
Opening hours
About February–November, 10:00–18:00 (extended in summer)
Nearby sights
- Ligugé Abbey
- Nouaillé-Maupertuis Abbey
- Parc de Blossac
- Saint-Hilaire-le-Grand
- Hypogée des Dunes
- Place du Maréchal-Leclerc & Hôtel de Ville
- Musée Sainte-Croix
- Baptistère Saint-Jean