What makes Eana different from other leisure parks?
Marc Scognamiglio: Eana, which means "Mother Earth" in Lappish, is an innovative concept offering a fun and educational exploration of the history of the Earth: from the big bang to 2050. The aim is to get visitors thinking about our planet and sustainable development.
How is it structured?
M. S. : Located in the heart of Normandy, on a 60-hectare site, our exhibition is divided into indoor and outdoor areas. The Grande Halle, a High Environmental Quality building, houses fun, interactive boxes that invite visitors to reflect on the impact of human activity on the planet. Outside, themed gardens can be explored through a series of itineraries and games. Finally, Valasse Abbey houses Cistercian halls and 18th-century lounges, which can be used for meetings or parties of between 10 and 400 people. There are also two restaurants on site.
What facilities are available for incentive groups?
M. S. : Outside the abbey, the Grande Halle can be used for groups and, of course, the entire park can be used for private functions. Last year, for example, a garden party was organised for 1,000 guests. At the same time, we have set up a range of activities, including treasure hunts, interactive quizzes on sustainable development and themed workshops such as stone-cutting. We can also organise evenings with a sound and light show, rather like the one at Puy du Fou, with the participation of around 400 extras.
After a year in business, has Eana won over companies?
M. S. : The park's concept is extremely promising and attracts many regional and national companies that are sensitive to sustainable development. In 2009, we welcomed nearly 5,000 customers as part of a business tourism operation: seminars and incentives.
Internet: www.eana.fr
