Overview

At a Glance

Eurocamp rating

 

Parc Highlights

• The parc offers wide open spaces and wonderful views

• Facilities are excellent, with lots to do on-parc and nearby

• You can also enjoy a wide range of places to eat here

With its lovely architecture and rural location, this lively parc has a deserved reputation for high standards.

St. Avit Loisirs is one of the premier parcs in a region where standards are already high, in fact it has the prestigious 5 red tents in the Michelin guide and is the first French campsite to obtain the internationally recognised ISO9000 award for quality. Its crowning glories are the beautiful, golden stone-built Périgordin buildings which house the reception, shop, bar and traditional ‘auberge’, with its choice of delicious regional specialities. There is also an indoor tropical-style swimming pool, a new kids' pool with water games and even a ‘lazy river’. There is also a bar terrace overlooking the outdoor pool complex, which is the scene for a full programme of entertainment including disco and karaoke nights. Surrounded by verdant woodland, this Castel parc is mainly shaded and extremely spacious, with lovely views across the countryside and the added bonus of luxury tent pitches arranged along the edge.

Pre-bookable zoned accommodation is available to book on this parc. For more information on zone locations please view the sitemap above.

Parc Size: Medium

Opening dates

Mobiles open: 31/03/2012 - 15/09/2012

Tents open: 21/04/2012 - 15/09/2012

Pitches

• Number of Pitches: 199

• Shade: Some have some

• Surface: Grass and dust.

• Pitch Size: 80-100m2

• Tent Privacy: Some of the pitches are separated.

• Mobiles privacy: Some of the pitches are separated.

Available with Eurocamp

• Linen Hire
• Junior Tents
• Charcoal BBQ Provided
• Rumble Trucks
• Babysitting
• All-terrain Buggy

Important information

Exceptions

• Max. 6 per tent
• Max. 8 per mobile home
• Charcoal barbecue: provided

Vehicles

• Are vehicles allowed on pitches: Yes

• Extra Vehicle Charge: €5.60 per day

Dogs

• Are dogs allowed: Yes

• Must be kept on a leash: Yes

• Maximum number of dogs: 2

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

Accessibility

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

Local Events

Local events include the Strawberry Festival in Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne on 8th May; the Brocante Market for bric-a-brac in Bergerac held on the first Sunday of every month; the Cyrano's Table Gastronomic Festival in Bergerac from 13th to 16th July and the Festival des Jeaux du Theatre at Sarlat from 18th July to 5th August.

Out and about

The tiny picture-postcard village Roque Gagéac is 2km from the parc and with its riverside houses and trologdyte caves, it's a beautiful place to visit. Medieval Sarlat is just 25km away, and holds regular markets in its cobbled streets. Beynac-et-Cazenac's castle on the top of a cliff is a must-see. 10km away is Jacquou Park, made up of an animal park, water park and amusement park. Closer to the site, why not explore rivers and gorges by canoe? There are also plenty of organised excursions available.

On site

The following facilities are available:

Reception

• Languages spoken: French, English
• Other services: Coin and card phones, fax, stamps, post box, postcards and laundry tokens.
• Internet available
• WiFi available (Available all emplacements - €6.00)
• Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Maestro
• ID Cards or bracelets given on arrival

Shops

• Minimarket: Open 31/03/2012 - 15/09/2012

• Main shop: Open 31/03/2012 - 15/09/2012

• Giftshop: Open 01/04/2012 - 18/09/2012

• Shop is open every day

Dining

• Restaurant: Traditional, barn-effect restaurant with oak beams. Closed on Mondays Childrens Menu. Location: Next to the bar Open 31/03/2012 - 15/09/2012

• Snack bar: Sandwiches, croque monsieur etc. Open 01/04/2012 - 17/09/2012

• Take-away: Pizzas, salads, sandwiches, plat du jour, burgers, chips Open 31/03/2012 - 15/09/2012

• Pizzeria: Location: Next to the bar Open 01/04/2012 - 18/09/2012

Bars

• Bar Large, modern bar with an adjacent games room. Closed Mondays Open 31/03/2012 - 15/09/2012 Location: Overlooking the swimming pool.
• Bar Open 01/07/2012 - 31/08/2012 Location: Outdoor

Discos

• Family Disco: Open 03/07/2012 - 26/08/2012
• Adult's Disco: Open 03/07/2012 - 26/08/2012
• Children's Disco: Open 02/07/2012 - 27/08/2012

Other

• Animation Team: Day time - waterpolo, football, volleyball, archery, boules, tennis, badminton. Nigfht time - caberet. Open 02/07/2012 - 27/08/2012
• Television Room: French channels.
• Games Room: Pinball, video games, pool table and table football.

Laundry

• Washers: 8 x machines €4.50 per load
• Dryers: 5 x machines €3.00 per load

Sanitation

• Hot Showers
• Baby Baths
• Baby Changing Facilities
• Toilets
• Children's Toilets
• Dish Washing Sinks
• Irons (€15.00 deposit required)

Additional Information: €15 deposit 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 30/03/2012 - 15/09/2012 (Outdoor)
• Depth: From 0.90m to 1.80m
• Size: 200m2

Second pool

• For: All the family. Open 14/01/2012 - 15/12/2012 (Outdoor)
• Depth: From 0.40m to 1.80m
• Size: 200m2
• Waterchutes: Twisty (1 x chutes) Restrictions: Parental supervision required
• Waterslides: Slow and fast (2 x slides) Restrictions: 7 yrs

Third pool

• For: Toddlers. Open 14/04/2012 - 15/12/2012 (Outdoor)
• Depth: From 0.40m to 0.40m
• Size: 15m2

Fourth pool

• For: All the family. Open 09/01/2012 - 15/12/2012 (Indoor Heated)
• Depth: From 0.40m to 1.80m
• Size: 140m2
• There is a jacuzzi section in this pool

Fifth pool

• For: All the family (aged 7+). Open 01/04/2012 - 18/09/2012 (Outdoor)
• Depth: From 0.80m to 0.80m
• Size: 70m2

Sixth pool

• For: Children. Open 31/03/2012 - 15/09/2012 (Outdoor)
• Water games

Spas

• Jacuzzi Open 09/01/2012 - 15/12/2012.

Extra information

• Sunloungers (€0.00 charge)
• Sun Terrace
• General pool safety must be observed. Wetsuits can be worn in the pool.

Regulations: T-shirts not allowed, Parental supervision required

Activities

The following activities are available:

Site Run Children's Activities

Games, Face painting and Treasure hunts.

Languages spoken: English, French, Dutch

• Open 03/07/2012 - 26/08/2012

Watersports

Windsurfing

• Windsurfing not available on the campsite, nearest Windsurfing is 22.50 km from the campsite

Canoeing

• Canoeing not available on the campsite, nearest Canoeing is 6.00 km from the campsite

Kayaking

• Kayaking not available on the campsite, nearest Kayaking is 10.00 km from the campsite

Sports

Tennis

• Open 01/04/2012 - 18/09/2012
• 1 full size court, Hard surface.
• Charge: €7.00 / hour
• Equipment hire available: Yes

Table Tennis

• Open 01/04/2012 - 18/09/2012
• 2 tables

Football

• 1 five-a-side pitch, Surface: 1 grass 1 astroturf

Badminton

• Open 01/04/2012 - 18/09/2012
• 1 court

Basketball

• Open 01/04/2012 - 18/09/2012
• 1 size court, Astro-turf

Volleyball

• Open 01/04/2012 - 18/09/2012
• 1 court
• Equipment hire available: Yes

Gymnasium

• Open 31/03/2012 - 15/09/2012

Archery

• Open 26/05/2012 - 06/09/2012

Quad Biking

Boules

• Site arranged tournaments available

Horse Riding

• Horse riding is not available on the campsite, nearest horse riding is 2.00 km from the campsite

Fishing

• Fishing is not available on the campsite, nearest fishing is 20.00 km from the campsite

Golf

• No golf course on the campsite, nearest golf course is 10.00 km from the campsite

Driving Range

• Charge: €1.00
• Club hire available: €3.00
• Open 05/07/2012 - 29/08/2012

Minigolf

• Charge: €3.00 / €3.00 per club
• Concrete structures.
• Open 01/04/2012 - 18/09/2012

Boat Trips

• Boat Trips are available 25 km from the site

Equipment Hire

Cycle Hire

• Open 31/03/2012 - 15/09/2012
• Adults: €46.00 / week €15.00 / day
• Children: €46.00 / week €15.00 / day
• Mountain Bikes: €46.00 / week €15.00 / day
• BMX: €46.00 / week €15.00 / day
• Adult bikes available
• Child bikes available
• helmets available
• child seats available

Excursions

• Type: Various including canoe trips
• Cost: Prices can vary.

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 river: 6.0km
• Nearest lake: 8.0km

Shopping

• Nearest town/village: Le Bugue: 8.0km

Places of Interest

• La Roque Gageac: 2km
• Belvès: 22km
• Beynac: 24km
• Sarlat: 25km
• Sarlat: 30km
• Domme: 33km
• Rocamadour: 81km
• Cahors: 84km

Attractions

Aquarium de Perigord Noir

Europe's largest private aquarium. More than 200 metres of aquariums displaying fish from all around the world. Diving exhibitions and touch tanks are the main features.

Bar/snack, free parking, handicapped access, picnic area, souvenirs.

Château Castelnaud

The most popular château in southern france. Built high on a hill in the 13th century it changed hands many times. The Château has been home to the Museum of Medieval Warfare since 1985

Le Gouffre de Padirac

The Gouffre de Padirac is a natural limestone cave. 103 metres down to the river - by lift or stairs - to the start of the tour. The visit lasts 1.5hrs and is 2km long

Restaurants shops and picnic area. Free parking.

Musée National de Préhistoire

The National Museum of Prehistory which reflects ever expanding archeological research. It is the most important collection of items from the Paleolithic era in France.

Guided tours available

Prehisto Park

Theme park which traces the evolution of man from 1500BC. Animations throughout the park for children. Craftsmen using only the tools which would have been available at the time.

Lascaux Caves

The original Lascaux cave is closed to the public, but a replica has been reproduced 200 metres away. The reproductions include the galleries, 'the great hall of the bulls' and the 'painted gallery'. One of the most renowned archaeological discoveries of the 20th century. The caves were discovered in 1940 by teenagers.

Quercyland

Waterpark with 6 pools and a variety of slides.

Les Jardins de Marqueyssac

The gardens in the grounds of the Château de Marqueyssac are some of the best kept gardens in France. There is a nature pavillion displaying flora and fauna from around the Dordogne. Light show in July and August on Thursdays. Free parking.

Château des Milandes

Old home of Josephine Baker the famous musical hall singer. Built 1489 in a wooded region between Castelnaud & Berbiguiéres. Falconry displays several times per day. Restaurant on site. Night flights to observe the chateau from the house's own captive hot air balloon.

Château de Hautefort

One of the most prestigious châteaux in southwest france, classified as a historical monument. Built between 1630 and 1670. Surrounded by superb gardens.

Travel details

The following travel details are available:

Local Directions

From Perigueux: Follow signs for Brive. As you leave town you will drive alongside the railway (on your left) and will approach a road junction with directions to Sarlat and Le Bugue. You will need to filter to the right here. You are now on the D710, please continue for approx 25 km. You will arrive at a large junction with a left turn for Sarlat, do not take this. Continue on the same road going through La Douze and following signs for Le Bugue. Approximately 3 km before you reach Le Bugue there is a sign for a right hand turn to St Avit de Vialland and St Avit Loisers. Take this turn and follow the campsite signs. You will go through the village of St Avit de Viallard and the site is approx 2 km past St Avid de Viallard on the right hand side.

Airport(s)

• Bergerac (EGC): 44km
• Limoges (LIG): 129km
• Bordeaux (BOD): 176km

Port(s)

• Bilbao (BIL): 498km

Public Transport

• Local Railway: Le Bugue, 6km
• Services to: Bordeaux, Paris, Bergerac.

Getting There

With regional airports at Bergerac, Bordeaux, Limoges and Rodez fly drive is a good choice. Alternatively ferries to St Malo, Caen, Cherbourg or Calais are an option.

Accommodation

• 
  
  Horizon Midi - 3 bed
• 
  
  Horizon - 2 bed
• 
  
  Horizon - 3 bed

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  Eclipse - 3 bed
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  Loft - 3 bed
• 
  
  Classic Tent

Children's clubs

• 
  Fun Station For All - ages 4 to 12 years Open 21/05/2012 - 01/07/2012
• 
  Leo's Fun Station - ages 4 to 6 years Open 02/07/2012 - 31/08/2012
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  Mac's Fun Station - ages 7 to 9 years Open 02/07/2012 - 31/08/2012

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  The Station - ages 9 to 12 years Open 02/07/2012 - 31/08/2012
• 
  Base - ages 13 to 17 years Open 25/06/2012 - 31/08/2012
• 
  Mini Fun Station - ages 6 months to 5 years Open 28/04/2012 - 01/07/2012

• 
  Learn to Swim - ages 1 to 5 years Open 28/04/2012 - 01/07/2012
• 
  Soccer Station - ages 5 to 16 years Open 25/06/2012 - 31/08/2012
• 
  Action Station - from 7 years and up Open 21/05/2012 - 31/08/2012

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  Mini Fun Station Learn to Ride - ages 3 to 6 years Open 28/04/2012 - 01/07/2012

About the region

Offering spectacular drama, with verdant hills, rugged gorges and of course, famous rivers running through it all.