Espace zoologique de La Boissière-du-Doré, Zoo complex in La Boissière-du-Doré, France.
The zoo extends across 28 hectares with two African plains housing giraffes, rhinoceros, zebras, and various antelopes in naturalistic settings.
Opening its gates in 1984, the zoo has grown from a regional animal park to a conservation center that received 144,964 visitors in 2014.
The facility maintains a collection of 1,100 animals, including Sumatran tigers, Asian lions, and orangutans, while supporting international breeding programs.
Located 30 minutes from Nantes and Cholet, the zoo offers guided tours, feeding demonstrations, and a 35-minute bird show featuring 200 raptors.
Visitors can spend nights in Africa Lodges overlooking the animal plains, combining luxury accommodation with direct views of giraffes and rhinoceros.
Location: La Boissière-du-Doré
Phone: +33240337032
Website: https://zoo-boissiere.com
GPS coordinates: 47.24610,-1.19725
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:44
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