Futuroscope, Technology theme park in Chasseneuil-du-Poitou, France.
The park features sixteen buildings with distinct architectural designs, housing attractions that combine multimedia experiences with advanced technology and interactive entertainment.
Opened on May 31, 1987, Futuroscope pioneered a new concept of entertainment by merging cinema technology with immersive experiences in a theme park setting.
Each attraction within the park incorporates French technological innovation, from virtual reality experiences to large-format cinema presentations on 900-square-meter screens.
Visitors can access multiple on-site hotels, restaurants, and package deals that include entry to both the main park and the Aquascope water attraction.
The Dance avec les Robots attraction lifts participants seven meters high using robotic arms that move in synchronization with music.
Location: Chasseneuil-du-Poitou
Location: Jaunay-Marigny
Inception: May 31, 1987
Official opening: May 31, 1987
Address: avenue René-Monory, 86360 Chasseneuil-du-Poitou
Website: https://futuroscope.com/en
GPS coordinates: 46.66917,0.36889
Latest update: June 4, 2025 10:58
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