Village des tortues, Turtle conservation zoo in Carnoules, France.
The center spans two hectares with over 1,600 turtles from 50 species, featuring both terrestrial and aquatic specimens in natural habitats.
Founded in 1988 by SOPTOM association, the center relocated from Gonfaron to Carnoules in 2017 to provide enhanced facilities for turtle conservation.
The facility maintains international partnerships with Madagascar, Senegal, and Peru, establishing additional turtle conservation centers to support global protection efforts.
The center operates daily from March to October between 10 AM and 6 PM, with adult admission at 17 euros and children aged 3-10 at 12 euros.
The center includes a 400-square-meter tropical greenhouse and a museum displaying 3,000 shell objects, including specialized artistic collections.
Location: Carnoules
Inception: 1988
Website: https://tortupole.com
GPS coordinates: 43.30159,6.21043
Latest update: May 28, 2025 22:30
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