Sainte-Croix Wildlife Park: Two Days of Family Adventure in the Heart of Nature

Who hasn’t dreamed of sleeping just a few steps away from wild animals like black bears or grey wolves? In our previous article, we told you all about our unforgettable night in a lodge inside Sainte-Croix Wildlife Park. But this time, we take you on a full adventure through the park itself, where we spent two full days exploring, observing, and simply enjoying being surrounded by nature.

🌿 A Park Where Animal Welfare Comes First

Located in Rhodes, Moselle, Sainte-Croix is no ordinary wildlife park. Spanning over 120 hectares of preserved nature, it’s home to over 1,500 animals from 130 species, all living in wide open spaces designed to replicate their natural habitats. You won’t see cages here — just peaceful animals and meaningful encounters.

From the very start of our visit, we were greeted by roaming red deer, curious lemurs, and woodland trails that felt more like hiking than a zoo visit. Kids were instantly fascinated, and as a parent, I couldn’t be happier watching them fall in love with wildlife.

🐺 Wolves, Bears & Big Moments

The predators’ area is without a doubt one of the highlights of the park. You’ll see European grey wolves, arctic wolves, and black Canadian wolves living in wooded habitats that feel authentic and free. You do need a bit of patience, but once they appear… it’s magical.

Just nearby, North American black bears roam freely in large forest zones. We had already watched them from our lodge’s terrace the night before, but seeing them again by daylight was another powerful moment.

🦌 Nature, Learning, and Family Fun

The park is divided into three thematic zones: Europe, North America, and local/domestic animals. All are thoughtfully organized, with educational signs, lookout points, interactive activities, and natural playgrounds.

We loved the observation cabins, and the kids had a blast climbing, playing, and learning without even realizing it. Several presentations with park staff are available throughout the day — no circus-like shows, just genuine, respectful wildlife encounters.

🌄 Two Days? Just Enough!

The park is so vast that one day really isn’t enough. We were thankful we had booked for two. Every visit feels different — some animals stay hidden, others come right up. It’s an experience that evolves moment by moment.

We also stopped for picnics in the designated areas, wandered through the educational farms, and yes… we brought home a cuddly wolf plush (how could we resist?).

❤️ A Place to Remember — and Return To

Sainte-Croix Wildlife Park is more than just a family outing — it’s an experience that connects you with the wild and leaves a lasting impression. Whether it’s your first visit or your fifth, it’s always worth coming back.

And for the complete adventure, don’t miss our article about the lodges, where you can fall asleep to the sound of howling wolves. Trust me — you’ll remember it forever.

📍 Practical Info:

Address: Domaine de Sainte-Croix, 57810 Rhodes, France
Price 2025:
- Adults: from €28
- Children (3–11): from €21
- Under 3s: free
- 2-day pass available
Website: www.parcsaintecroix.com
Lodges: See our separate article for full info