France
Just 45 minutes from Paris, La Mer de Sable is a great escape from the capital city.
Built on an incredible geological site - a perfectly natural expanse of sand - it was France's first theme park when it opened in 1963 but has truly survived the test of time. The best bit? No queues, cheap prices (14.90 EUR/day) and free parking.
www.merdesable.fr
60950 Ermenonville, France
+33(0)825 25 20 60
Exit 7 on the A1 motorway
Google map: bit.ly/hH7SHL
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