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INTRODUCTION 🐪
Looking for an educational farm near Agde where you can really get close to the animals? Les Animaux de Fairytale is a small exotic farm run by Amandine, between Agde and Marseillan, in the Hérault. Camel, dromedary, alpacas, pigs, pygmy goats, ponies… here, you walk right into the enclosures to pet them, and you leave with lots of memories.
We visited it at the end of 2021 with Adeline, one afternoon, during a stay in Montpellier. It wasn’t part of a big plan, just a fun outing… and we loved it. In this article, we give you our review, the 2027 price, how the visit goes, the animals you’ll meet and our tips to make the most of it.
In the South of France for a few days? Also read about our visit to the Bambouseraie in the Cévennes, our review of Les Grands Buffets in Narbonne, and for another family outing, our guide to Wave Island.
Article updated in November 2026.
THE FARM’S STORY: AMANDINE AND HER ANIMALS 💗
It all started with horses. For more than 15 years, Amandine has been breeding Quarter Horses, an American horse breed. Then her love of animals took her further: breeding Shetland ponies and Bengal cats, then, through chance encounters, dogs, miniature goats, sheep, pigs, a llama, alpacas, cows, zebus, a yak, a camel and a dromedary…
Today, her Domaine des Cadières has become a small exotic educational farm that she shows visitors around herself, in small groups. And what strikes you right away is the love she has for her animals. Each one has its own name, personality and story, and she tells them with a passion that’s a joy to see.
PRACTICAL INFO: PRICES, HOURS AND BOOKING 📝
Visits are by reservation only, with Amandine as your guide. Here are the essentials:
| Info | Les Animaux de Fairytale |
|---|---|
| 📍 Address | Domaine des Cadières, route de Marseillan, 34300 Agde |
| 💶 Price | From €25 per person in 2026-2027 (we paid €20 in 2021) |
| ⏱️ Duration | About 2 hours |
| 🕙 Time slots | Two visits a day, usually from 10 a.m. to noon and from 3 to 5 p.m. |
| 👶 Age | From age 2, perfect for little ones |
| 📲 Booking | On Airbnb Experiences or by phone at +33 6 65 17 53 03 |
| ⭐ Reviews | 4.97/5 from more than 680 Airbnb reviews |
Prices have gone up since our visit: we paid €20 per person in 2021. Today, expect €25 per person. For little ones and groups, ask for the price when you book.
- The farm is about 10 minutes from Agde and Marseillan, 25 minutes from Sète, 25 minutes from Pézenas and 50 minutes from Montpellier.
- The estate also offers farm camping and vacation cottages, if you'd like to sleep among the animals.
- Time slots fill up fast in summer and during school vacations: book a few days ahead.
HOW DOES THE FARM VISIT GO? 🌟
We were a small group: one family and us. Amandine welcomed us with her four dogs, who came along for the whole visit 🐕. For two hours, she took us from enclosure to enclosure, telling us the story and personality of each animal.
Here, there’s no glass or fence between you and the animals: you walk right into their enclosures. You can pet them, touch them and take as many photos as you like. On the other hand, you don’t feed them, and that’s a good thing: everything is done with respect for the animals. You can tell they’re happy, and they come over on their own looking for contact and cuddles.
WHICH ANIMALS CAN YOU SEE AT THE FARM? 🐐
The farm is a real little animal world tour. During our visit, we met:
- 🐪 a camel (Mongolia) and a dromedary;
- 🦙 alpacas and a llama (South America);
- 🐷 pigs, pygmy goats and sheep;
- 🐎 Quarter Horses, Shetland ponies and donkeys;
- 🐄 cows, zebus (India) and a yak;
- 🐈 Bengal cats, rabbits, hens and geese.
New animals have probably joined the tribe since then, but one thing doesn’t change: they’re all gentle and sociable.
Honestly, we can’t pick a favorite: all the animals were adorable. What struck us most was the atmosphere: Amandine’s love for her animals, and the trust of the animals who come up to you without any fear. That’s what makes this visit truly special 🥰.
- Wear regular shoes (sneakers): it isn't muddy, except after heavy rain. Still, avoid white shoes 😅.
- Arrive on time: the visit is in a small group, with everyone starting together.
- Charge your phone: you're going to take lots of photos 📸.
IS IT SUITABLE FOR KIDS? 👶
Yes, and it’s even perfect for little ones. The visit is open from age 2, the pace is relaxed, the animals are gentle, and kids can pet them up close. It’s a lovely way to teach them to respect animals.
But it isn’t just for families: we went as a couple, without kids, and loved it. If you love animals, whatever your age, you’ll have a great time.
OUR REVIEW OF LES ANIMAUX DE FAIRYTALE 💭
We really loved this visit. It was a fun outing with no big expectations, and it’s one of our best memories from that stay in the South. We’d go back without hesitation.
- 👍 The highlights: the love and respect for the animals, Amandine’s passion, the small groups, being able to walk into the enclosures and pet the animals, and a visit that’s perfect for little ones.
- 👎 Room for improvement: honestly, not much. The only small extra we’d love: a friendly moment at the end, with something to drink or nibble on, to end the afternoon (or morning) on a high note. But it’s really a detail.
For €25 per person and two hours among the animals, we think it’s worth it, especially if you love animals or have kids. 👉 What about you, have you been? Tell us in the comments!
WHAT TO DO AROUND THE FARM? 🗺️
The farm is ideally located to combine the visit with other outings in the Hérault:
- 🏖️ Cap d’Agde and Marseillan, 10 minutes away, for the beach and the harbor;
- ⛵ Sète, 25 minutes away, for its canals and Mont Saint-Clair;
- 🏛️ Pézenas, 25 minutes away, for its old town;
- 🌆 Montpellier, 50 minutes away: that’s where we stayed, and it’s a good base for exploring the area;
- 🍽️ Narbonne, 45 minutes away, for Les Grands Buffets;
- 🎋 and a little farther, the Bambouseraie in the Cévennes.
FAQ: LES ANIMAUX DE FAIRYTALE ❓
The questions we’re asked most often about the farm. Another question? Ask it in the comments 💬.
From €25 per person in 2026-2027 for the guided visit of about 2 hours. In 2021, we paid €20 per person.
Visits are by reservation only, on Airbnb Experiences (“Visite d’une ferme pédagogique exotique”) or by phone at +33 6 65 17 53 03.
At the Domaine des Cadières, route de Marseillan, in Agde (34300), in the Hérault, about 10 minutes from Agde and Marseillan.
About 2 hours. There are usually two time slots a day: from 10 a.m. to noon and from 3 to 5 p.m.
A camel, a dromedary, alpacas, a llama, pigs, pygmy goats, sheep, horses, ponies, donkeys, cows, zebus, a yak, Bengal cats, rabbits, hens and geese.
No. You can walk into the enclosures, pet and touch the animals and take photos, but not feed them. Everything is done with respect for the animals.
Yes, the visit is open from age 2 and it’s ideal for little ones: relaxed pace, small groups and very gentle animals.
Regular shoes, like sneakers. The ground isn’t muddy, except after heavy rain.
Yes, the estate offers farm camping and vacation cottages, among the animals.
There are several around Pézenas, Marseillan and Montpellier, but Les Animaux de Fairytale stands out for its exotic animals and its small-group visit with the owner.
For us, yes: two hours among happy, sociable animals, with a passionate guide, for €25. It’s a great outing for families or couples.
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