New thrills at Parc Astérix

The addition of family roller coaster Pégase to its Ancient Greece area makes Parc Astérix one of things to do in France this summer, whether you’re spending northern france holidays or passing through (the park has its own exit off the A1 Paris–Lille and is also handy for those travelling to or from the ferry / Eurotunnel port of Calais).

Unusual places to stay

Embracing Gaulish, Roman, Ancient Greek, Viking and Egyptian history, Parc Astérix has rides for all ages plus a cosy hotel in a wooded setting. Or do you prefer spending a forest holiday? Surprise your children with a night in a family treehouse, partially undergound hidey-holes inspired by Tolkien’s bit dwellings, at Le coeur de la forêt campsite. It’s perfectly located for discovering the fairy-tale Château de Pierrefonds, which doubled as Camelot in the BBC’s Merlin.