Pairi Daiza

Name: Pairi Daiza
Address: Domaine de Cambron, Brugelette, Brugelette, BE
Telephone: 3268250850

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About

Pairi Daiza is a zoo and botanical garden in Brugelette, Belgium, on the former Cambron Abbey grounds, with over 7,000 animals on 80 hectares.

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Why go

Giant pandas Hao Hao and Xing Hui in the Chinese garden, one of only eight parks on the continent where they can be seen.
The largest herd of Asian elephants in a European zoo.
The Kingdom of Ganesha, the largest Indonesian garden in Europe, with a Balinese Hindu temple and miniature Borobudur and Prambanan.

Opening hours

Today10:00 – 18:00Show all

Monday10:00 – 18:00

Tuesday10:00 – 18:00

Wednesday10:00 – 18:00

Thursday10:00 – 18:00

Friday10:00 – 18:00

Saturday10:00 – 19:00

Sunday10:00 – 19:00

Don't miss

Free-flying bats in the CryptFree-flying bats live in the Crypt under the ruined abbey tower.Cambron area, under the ruined abbey tower
Vulcain, a 21 m Apatosaurus skeletonA 21-metre Apatosaurus skeleton, named Vulcain, has greeted visitors at the entrance.At the park entranceSince 2025
Polar bears, Siberian tigers and walrusesEach has its own territory in the park.In the park
The stilt villageAn authentic African village, home to giraffes, Western lowland gorillas and lions.In the park
Penguins and seals of the marine areaCape penguins, common seals and South African fur seals live in the marine area.The marine area

What's in season

Dec – FebThe park stays open in the winter months, as it has since 2019.
Dec – FebThe chalet formerly called Mökki reopened for winter as Edelweiss, a cosy chalet.
Dec – FebEdelweiss serves raclette and cheese or broth fondue to share.

With kids Know before you go Tips for your visit Best time to visit

With kids

Children can feed and touch the animals of the mini-farm.
An old coach house with an octagonal pigeon loft serves as a children's farm.
A narrow gauge train with historic steam locomotives circles much of the zoo.

Know before you go

Open Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 18:00.
Open Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 to 19:00.
One-day tickets can be bought on the site, and a stay can be booked there too.
Payment is accepted in cash, by Visa, EuroCard, MasterCard and Bancontact.
The park can be phoned on +32 68 25 08 50.

Tips for your visit

Start in the Cambron area, where the main entrance is and the historic Cambron Tower stands.
The park is split into themed zones called Mondes (worlds), so pick the ones to see first.
Catch the birds-of-prey flying show, held once a day in an arena at the foot of the tower.
The collection covers five continents with about 800 species.

Best time to visit

Edenya is an indoor tropical garden, so part of the park is under cover.
Over 2.8 million visitors came in 2025, the most of any leisure park in Belgium.
Edenya houses around 200 land mammals, 750 butterflies and 100,000 fish.

What it costs

Round-trip train journey: 40% discount when the entrance ticket is bought online

Entrances

Main entranceThe main entrance lies beside the original abbey section, close to the ruins of Cambron abbey.Cambron area
New entranceThe park's new entrance opened in 2023.Park entrance2023
Car accessEnter Le Domaine 1, 7940 Brugelette into a GPS and follow the directional signs near the park.Le Domaine 1, 7940 Brugelette

Facilities

Restaurants and takeaways Over 10 restaurants and around twenty takeaways inside the park, including an underwater restaurant in Edenya.
Old abbey brewery The former abbey brewery is one of the park's places to eat.
Bicycle parking Cyclists get a large free area at Parking 2; bringing a lock is advised.
Overnight stays About 250 beds in holiday houses and hotels in the new area. The Farm House Lodge has been open since 2023.

Shorts

History

The estate was the site of the Cistercian Cambron Abbey, and ruins and buildings of the former abbey remain here. The park began as a bird garden and grew into a wider zoo over the years. The Edenya greenhouse is its newest large area, spread over four levels above and below water.

1148Twelve monks were sent to Cambron, the site of the Cistercian abbey.
18th centuryThe abbey church tower was built; it is 54 m high.
1775The reconstructed abbey brewery dates from 1775 and still brews five kinds of beer.
1982The whole property became a protected area.
1994The park opened as Paradisio, a bird park.

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2014Giant pandas Hao Hao and Xing Hui arrived on loan from China for fifteen years.

How to get there

20 minOn footFrom Cambron-Casteau station, the nearest train station, walk about 1.2 km to the park. Follow the signs from the station.
CarThe park lies in Brugelette, between Mons and Ath.
CarAddress: Domaine de Cambron estate, Brugelette, Belgium.

Accessibility

Wheelchair loan Free at the reception desk, subject to availability. Reserve at least 3 days ahead.

Sources: Pairi Daiza - Wikipedia · Cambron-Casteau - Wikivoyage (see) · Discover Pairi Daiza · Prepare your visit | Pairi Daiza · Opening hours | Pairi Daiza · Pairi Daiza - Wikipedia · Pairi Daiza - Wikipedia · Pairi Daiza - Wikipedia · checked 18 Oct 2026

Where

Domaine de Cambron, Brugelette

Website: pairidaiza.eu/
Phone: 3268250850

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Questions and answers

How many animals live at Pairi Daiza?

Pairi Daiza is home to over 7,000 animals of about 800 species, spread over 80 hectares.

Can I stay overnight at Pairi Daiza?

Yes, the park offers overnight stays on its grounds. They were first offered in 2019, in The Last Frontier area.

Can I buy Pairi Daiza tickets online?

Yes. One-day tickets can be bought on the site, and buying the entrance ticket online gives a 40% discount on the round-trip train journey. Edenya needs a prior reservation.

Are there penguins or seals at Pairi Daiza?

Yes, the marine area keeps Cape penguins, plus common seals and South African fur seals.

Can I see giant pandas at Pairi Daiza?

Yes. Hao Hao and Xing Hui have lived in the Chinese garden since 2014, and Hao Hao had cubs there in 2016 and 2019.

Are there polar bears at Pairi Daiza?

Yes. Polar bears, Siberian tigers and walruses each have a territory of their own in the park.

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