Come experience one of nature’s greatest spectacles at the Sainte-Croix Wildlife Park, located in Rhodes, in the Moselle department, near Sarrebourg. Every fall, the “Matinale Brame du Cerf” offers you a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the park at dawn, when the first calls of the red deer echo through the morning mist. This rare experience invites you to observe wildlife in a peaceful and authentic setting.
After a hearty breakfast, set out at your leisure along the park’s trails to discover the stags in the midst of their rutting season. At dawn, nature gently awakens: the stags let out their powerful calls, the does move quietly, and the landscapes are bathed in a soft light perfect for observation. Throughout the tour, nature guides will be on hand to answer your questions and ensure your experience runs smoothly. Admission to the Sainte-Croix Wildlife Park for the rest of the day is included, allowing you to extend your immersion in the heart of European wildlife.
This experience will appeal to nature lovers, photography enthusiasts, and anyone curious to experience a moment outside of time. Between the sounds of the rut, the landscapes bathed in the first light of day, and the freedom to explore the trails at your own pace, every moment promises an unforgettable experience. Be sure to reserve your spot to enjoy this exceptional encounter with nature.
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Average duration 2 hours
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Languages spoken French
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Difficulty Suitable for all
From 18.09.2026 to 16.10.2026
Brame Morning Shows: Children (ages 3–11): €30.50 – Adults (ages 12 and up): €44.50
20% off for subscribers: €24.40 (Child) / €35.60 (Adult)
- Exclusive early-morning access to the park at dawn
- A hot, full breakfast buffet in the panoramic dining room
- A self-guided tour of the park to observe the rut
- Nature guides are available on the trails to chat with you and show you the way
Every Saturday and Sunday from September 19, 2026, to October 11, 2026.
A staff member will greet you at 6:45 a.m. for breakfast. Self-guided tour of the park to follow.
- An exclusive dawn experience to witness the deer rut in a peaceful setting
- A full breakfast and admission to the Sainte-Croix Wildlife Park are included
- A self-guided exploration, accompanied by nature guides along the trails
Parc Animalier de Sainte-Croix
With over 350,000 visitors a year, the Parc Animalier de Sainte-Croix has become a benchmark in France and Europe over the past 45 years for the presentation of European fauna and globally endangered species. In a 130-hectare green setting, 5 discovery trails lead you to meet over 1,500 animals from 130 species living in semi-liberty. Bears, deer, lynx, wolverines, lemurs, red pandas and several packs of wolves will no longer hold any secrets for you! To extend your visit, 56 Nature Lodges offer a unique experience: sleep in the heart of a large animal park, close to the wild animals.
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