Les Menhirs Carnac

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  • FootballFootball
  • Cycle HireCycle Hire
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  • SportsSports
  • FishingFishing
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Parc Highlights

  • Enjoys proximity to both a lovely beach & the lively resort of Carnac

  • Younger ones will enjoy the pony rides available on parc

  • A great base for exploring nearby Quiberon and Vannes

Close to an excellent beach, Les Menhirs is also ideal location for any number of outdoor pursuits.

With a fabulous location just a short stroll from the bustling seaside resort of Carnac Plage, Camping Les Menhirs is the ideal choice for a family beach holiday. The parc itself features an excellent swimming pool complex, with a giant waterslide and waterchute, covered pool and even a little slide into the children’s pool. Children can also go for pony rides just off the parc, while adults can hire bikes to go around the peninsula as well as enjoying the small gym, solarium and jacuzzi and a number of games such as football, basketball and boules. And if you can tear yourselves away, you’ll find that Carnac Plage has a superb sandy beach with a choice of watersports and many fine restaurants and shops.

Neighbouring pitches are available to book on this parc. Please call our travel advisors to check availability for the 2012 season.

Parc Size: Medium

Opening dates

Mobiles open: 14/04/2012 - 21/09/2012

Pitches

  • Number of Pitches: 350

  • Shade: Some have some.

  • Surface: Grass.

  • Pitch Size: Less than 80m2

  • Tent Privacy: Some of the pitches are separated.

  • Mobiles privacy: Some of the pitches are separated.

Available with Eurocamp

  • Babysitting
  • Linen Hire
  • Charcoal BBQ Provided

Important information

Exceptions
  • Max. 6 per tent
  • Max. 6 per mobile home
  • Charcoal barbecue: provided
Vehicles
  • Are vehicles allowed on pitches: Yes

  • Extra Vehicle Charge: €3.50 per day
Dogs
  • Are dogs allowed: Yes

  • Are dogs allowed in our accommodation: Yes

  • Which accommodation are dogs allowed in: All accommodation types except Eclipse and Sunlights

  • Must be kept on a leash: Yes

  • Maximum number of dogs: 1

Accessibility
  • This Parc has facilities for disabled people. Please contact our Customer Sales Staff for more information.

Local Events

With its rich celtic culture, festivals abound here. Festival de la cite des Hortensias at Perros-Guirec, a 2 day International festival in the centre of town, 12th to 14th August; La Fete de la Morue in Binic from 5th to 8th May celebrates local fishing and the Festival des Ramparts in Dinan from 22nd to 23rd July features jousting knights in the heart of this fine medieval city.

Out and about

See the racing yachts at the harbour at nearby port Trinité-sur-Mer, and take in the stunning views along the Quiberon peninsula. There is a weekly market at the pretty town of Auray, just 20 minutes drive away, and Vannes with its aquarium just over half an hour's drive. Closer to parc, take a boat trip and watch the sand yachts racing on the beach at the Gulf of Morbihan. There are also of course Carnac's famous Standing Stones. For the adventurous there's a treetop adventure park just 8km away.

On site

The following facilities are available:

Reception

  • Languages spoken: English and French.
  • Other services: Telephones, sells postcards, stamps and foreign newspapers (UK magazines in high season)
  • Internet available
  • WiFi available (Bar, reception and swimming pool area - €1.00)
  • ID Cards or bracelets given on arrival

Shops

  • Minimarket: Open 26/05/2012 - 16/09/2012

  • Main shop: Open 26/05/2012 - 16/09/2012

  • Limited supply of goods.

Dining

  • Take-away: Chicken and chips, lasagne, canneloni, pizzas, burgers Open 26/05/2012 - 16/09/2012

Bars

  • Bar Small, plays sport on TV. Has a giant chess board on the terrace. Open 26/05/2012 - 16/09/2012 Location: Next to pool with outdoor terrace

Discos

  • Family Disco: Open 02/07/2012 - 30/08/2012
  • Children's Disco: Open 02/07/2012 - 30/08/2012

Other

  • Animation Team: Quizzes, concerts, karaoke, themed evenings. Open 05/07/2012 - 25/08/2012
  • Television Room: tv
  • Games Room: Table tennis and arcade games.

Laundry

  • Washers: 5 x machines €4.20 per load
  • Dryers: 5 x machines €3.40 per load

Sanitation

  • Hot Showers
  • Baby Baths
  • Baby Changing Facilities
  • Toilets
  • Children's Toilets
  • Dish Washing Sinks
  • Irons

Additional Information: €20 deposit required for iron

Some facilities remain closed in low season, please check at the time of booking if there is an activity or facility which is key for your holiday.

Pools

First pool

  • For: All the family. Open 28/04/2012 - 22/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
  • Depth: From 1.10m to 2.80m
  • Size: 200m2

Second pool

  • For: Children. Open 28/04/2012 - 22/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
  • Depth: From 0.45m to 0.45m
  • Size: 30m2
  • Small slide

Third pool

  • For: Slide/Chute pool. Open 28/04/2012 - 22/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
  • Depth: From 0.95m to 0.95m
  • Size: 24m2
  • Waterchutes: Long and twisty. Also open between 31/5 - 4/6. (1 x chutes) Restrictions: Only children older than 7

Fourth pool

  • For: Slide/Chute pool. Open 28/04/2012 - 22/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
  • Depth: From 1.20m to 1.20m
  • Size: 40m2
  • Waterslides: Steep and wide enough for two people. Also open between 31/5 - 4/6. (1 x slides) Restrictions: Only children older than 7

Fifth pool

  • For: Family. Open 28/04/2012 - 16/09/2012 (Indoor Heated)
  • Depth: From 1.25m to 1.25m
  • Size: 80m2

Spas

  • Sauna There is also a solarium on site
  • Jacuzzi Open 01/05/2012 - 25/09/2012.
  • Solarium Open 01/05/2012 - 25/09/2012. Must be over 18 years old

Extra information

    • Lifeguard - High Season
    • Sunloungers (€0.00 charge)
    • Sun Terrace
    • Each family is given a leaflet explaining pool rules. Indoor pool is closed on Mondays in low season

    Regulations: Bracelets required, T-shirts not allowed, Inflatables not allowed, Parental supervision required

    Charge for pool pass: €5

Activities

The following activities are available:

Site Run Children's Activities

Drawing and painting, arts and crafts, sports.

Languages spoken: English and French

  • Open 02/07/2012 - 30/08/2012

Watersports

Windsurfing
  • Windsurfing not available on the campsite, nearest Windsurfing is 0.8 km from the campsite
Canoeing
  • Canoeing not available on the campsite, nearest Canoeing is 0.5 km from the campsite
Dinghy Sailing
  • Dinghy Sailing not available on the campsite, nearest Dinghy Sailing is 0.5 km from the campsite
Kayaking
  • Kayaking not available on the campsite, nearest Kayaking is 16.5 km from the campsite

Sports

Tennis
  • 2 full size courts, Tarmac
  • Charge: €7.50 / hour
  • Equipment hire available: Yes
Table Tennis
  • 2 tables
  • Equipment hire available: Yes
Football
  • 1 five-a-side pitch, Surface: Rubber
Basketball
  • Open 26/04/2012 - 27/09/2012
  • 1 size court, Rubber
Volleyball
  • Open 01/05/2012 - 25/09/2012
  • 1 court
  • Equipment hire available: Yes
Gymnasium
  • Open 28/04/2012 - 22/09/2012
Quad biking
  • Quad biking not available on the campsite, nearest quad biking is 3.5 km from the campsite
Boules
  • Site arranged tournaments available

Horse Riding

  • Supervised: Yes
  • Horse riding is not available on the campsite, nearest horse riding is 2.5 km from the campsite

Pony-trekking

  • Supervised: Yes
  • €7.00

Fishing

  • Fishing is not available on the campsite, nearest fishing is 4.0 km from the campsite

Golf

  • No golf course on the campsite, nearest golf course is 0.80 km from the campsite

Minigolf

  • Minigolf not available on the campsite, nearest minigolf is 0.8 km from the campsite

Playgrounds

  • 1 playground

Boat Trips

  • Boat Trips are available 800 meters from the site

Equipment Hire

Cycle Hire
  • Cycle hire not available on the campsite, nearest cycle hire is 0.5 km from the campsite

Some facilities remain closed in low season, please check at the time of booking if there is an activity or facility which is key for your holiday.

Local attractions

The following local attractions are available:

Nearby

  • Nearest beach: Grande Plage 300.0meters
  • Nearest river: 15.0km
  • Nearest lake: 6.0km

Shopping

  • Nearest town/village: Carnac Plage

Places of Interest

  • Carnac: 5km
  • Auray: 13km
  • Belle Ile: 17km
  • Vannes: 32km
  • Lorient: 49km
  • Pontivy: 65km

Attractions

Aquarium de Vannes

The aquarium has 50 tanks with none resembling its neighbour. Discover some of the curiosities which make the aquarium a 'must see'. There is a gift shop and restaurants. Allow 90 minutes for a visit.

Aquarive

25 metre swimming pool with lift for handicapped persons. Fun pool with water chute and wave machine. Jacuzzi and solarium.

Parc de Branféré

Botanical animal and bird park set in 35 hectares of land. Château visits. Restaurant and snack bar.

Archeoscope

Archeoscope is located across from the Alignements de Menhirs. It offers a 25 minute special effects show that takes viewers back to Neolithic times.

Abbaye Sainte Anne de Kergonan

Benedictine Abbey founded in 1897.

Château de Suscinio

Impressive moated fortress built in the 13th century, the home of various Dukes of Brittany used a base for hunting. The castle also houses a museum of the history of Brittany and the Morbihan area. Close to Vannes, at Sarzeau

La Ferme du Monde

400 breeding animals from the 5 continents living in semi liberty in pleasant wooded surroundings. Approximately a 2 hour visit. Less known animals such as yak, buffalo & camels. Children's farm where it is possible to stroke & handle the animals. An enjoyable & educational experience. Snack bar & souvenir shop.

Ocearium du Croisic

A great aquarium which explores the sea life from all the oceans of the world. Over 2000m of floorspace and more than 40 aquariums with more than 200 species of fish

Reserve des Marais de Séné

This nature reserve was created in 1996 and extends over 410 hectares of land. This reserve is of international importance for supporting the reproduction of migratory birds. Four observatories with telescopes allow visitors to watch the birds.

Musée National de la Marine

The Museum presents a beautiful collection of models of ships & memorabilia related to the oceans.

Musee de Prehistoire de Carnac

This museum was created in 1882 and is renowned as having one of the best exhibitions of archeology and prehistory. With a number of permanent and temporary exhibitions there is plenty to see in a visit.

Travel details

The following travel details are available:

Local Directions

From Auray: (If approaching from the east, do not take the first 'La Trinité' exit – the D28 to Crach) Turn off the N165 on to the D768 towards 'La Trinité-sur- Mer/Carnac/Quiberon'. As you leave the roundabout you will pass a 'Magic Surf' shop on the right hand side. Continue along the D768 for about 4 miles until you come to a roundabout. Take the left exit sign posted 'Carnac' and follow this road along until you come to a series of standing stones on your right-hand side. Carry straight ahead and straight over a roundabout heading towards the old town in front of you. Before you approach the old town turn left following signs for 'La Trinité-sur-Mer', 'Les Plages' and 'Tumulus St. Michel'. Follow this road for 200 yards until you come to a set of traffic lights. Continue straight across the set of traffic lights along this residential road until you come to roundabout. Take the 2nd exit and follow this road until you come to a T-junction (passing 'Cyclo Tours' on your left-hand side). Turn left at this junction (there is a green sign in front of you directing you to 'Camping Des Menhirs') and carry straight on. Take the 2nd turning to the left again sign posted 'Des Menhirs' down the road called 'Allée St. Michel' and continue to the bottom of the road. You will see 'Camping Les Menhirs' directly in front of you. NB. Please use caution when crossing the junction as oncoming vehicles are often obstructed by parked cars.

Airport(s)

  • Dinard (DNR): 165km
  • Nantes (NTE): 145km
  • Brest (BES): 178km
  • Lorient (LRT): 35km

Port(s)

  • Caen Ouistreham (CAE): 323km
  • Cherbourg (CHB): 356km
  • Le Havre: 416km
  • Roscoff (RSC): 182km
  • St Malo (STM): 182km

Public Transport

  • Local Railway: Auray, 19km
  • Services to: Quiberon, Paris, Rennes, Quimper, Nantes

Getting There

Fly drive is a convenient option for Brittany with regional airports at Brest, Dinard, Rennes and Nantes. Alternatively there are ferries that go from Portsmouth, Poole and Plymouth.

Children's clubs

There are no children's clubs available at this location.

About the region

With pretty villages and rolling countryside, Brittany is often compared to Cornwall for its scenery.

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