Les terres de Nataé

Les terres de Nataé is a wildlife park in Pont-Scorff, Brittany (Morbihan department), spread across 14 hectares of woodland on the site of the former Pont-Scorff zoo.

What kind of place is it?

The park replaced the traditional zoo that used to operate here and, after three years of redevelopment, reopened to visitors in June 2022 under a completely new concept. Rather than presenting animals for entertainment, Les terres de Nataé is built around the care of endangered species and ecological education for visitors. The walking trail runs through forested grounds and is designed as a journey inspired by Breton legends and the voyages of early navigators discovering the biodiversity of four continents.

What animals can you see?

The park is home to around 160 species and close to 350 animals. Among them are species that receive particular breeding and conservation attention, including African wild dogs, dwarf crocodiles, Burmese star tortoises, African penguins, crowned lemurs, Buffon's macaws, Geoffroy's spider monkeys, great curassows, Sri Lankan leopards, European minks, and clouded leopards. Asian elephants are a further highlight, among the largest residents of the park.

What is the park's underlying concept?

Les terres de Nataé is not a conventional zoo focused purely on displaying animals; it functions as a care and conservation center dedicated to threatened species and to raising awareness of nature. The trail is lined with educational panels explaining why each species is endangered and what conservation efforts the park undertakes on its behalf. The park emphasizes an eco-citizen approach, aiming for visits that build ecological awareness alongside providing an enjoyable outing, particularly for younger visitors.

Where exactly is it located?

The park lies in the municipality of Pont-Scorff, in the Morbihan department of Brittany, on a wooded 14-hectare site. This setting means the visit unfolds in a natural, green environment, with animal enclosures built into the existing woodland rather than in an urban zoo layout.

Who is this attraction suited for?

Given its large grounds, wide range of species, and a themed trail told through legend, Les terres de Nataé suits both families with children and adults interested in nature conservation. Walking the full park typically takes several hours, so it is worth planning a full-day visit, especially in summer when the trail is at its greenest and the animals most active.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Les terres de Nataé? It is a wildlife park in Pont-Scorff, Brittany, built on the site of a former zoo and focused on protecting endangered species and ecological education rather than a conventional animal display.

How many species can you see at the park? The park presents around 160 species and close to 350 animals, including endangered species such as African wild dogs, Sri Lankan leopards, clouded leopards, and Asian elephants.

How big is the park? The park covers 14 hectares of wooded grounds in the municipality of Pont-Scorff, in the Morbihan department.

When did the park open under its current concept? After a three-year redevelopment, the park reopened to visitors in June 2022 under the name Les terres de Nataé.