Overview

At a Glance

Eurocamp rating

 

Parc Size: Medium

Opening dates

Mobiles open: 27/04/2012 - 08/09/2012

Pitches

• Number of Pitches: 496

• Shade: Some have some.

• Surface: Grass and dust.

• Pitch Size: Less than 80m2

• Mobiles privacy: Some of the pitches are separated.

Available with Eurocamp

• Babysitting
• Linen Hire
• Free Canoe Hire
• Charcoal BBQ Provided

Important information

Exceptions

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

Vehicles

• Parking away from pitch

• Maximum number of vehicles: 1

• Extra Vehicle Charge: €7.00 per day

Dogs

• Are dogs allowed: No

Accessibility

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

Local Events

From the fast to the folkloric, Le Mans is synonymous with the 24 hour race that takes place on the 18th and 19th June, while gentler souls may prefer the Loire Valley Festival from 7th to 13th June at Amboise. Then there is the International Garden Festival from 30th April to 16th October, in the idyllic grounds of Chaumont sur Loire chateau.

Out and about

For shopping, visit Lamotte-Beuvron just 10 miles from the parc and for markets, visit Romorantin-Lanthenay, not too far from Pierrefitte. There are also, of course, the many châteaux of the Loire waiting to be discovered. The closest to the parc is just south of Orléans, Château de la Ferté St-Aubin. Elsewhere, 31km from the parc in the town of Nancay, is a woodland adventure park with over 60 treetop games.

On site

The following facilities are available:

Reception

• Languages spoken: French, Dutch, German, Spanish and English.
• Other services: Currency exchange, card phones, post box. Stamps are available at the boutique
• Internet available
• WiFi available (In the library area, bar and reception - €8.00)
• Credit cards accepted: All but American Express

Shops

• Boutique (open 09:00 - 13:00 & 14:00 - 19:00 all season)
• Minimarket: Open 27/04/2012 - 07/09/2012

• Main shop: Open 27/04/2012 - 07/09/2012

Dining

• Restaurant: Large and traditional. Childrens Menu. Regional Specialities. Location: Behind the reception Open 27/04/2012 - 07/09/2012

• Take-away: Hamburgers, chicken, vegetables, salads, pizzas etc. Open 27/04/2012 - 07/09/2012

Bars

• Bar A large bar with music and games Open 27/04/2012 - 07/09/2012 Location: Next to the lake

Discos

• Family Disco: Open 27/04/2012 - 07/09/2012
• Children's Disco: Open 29/04/2012 - 05/09/2012

Other

• Animation Team: Sports tournaments and various family activities. Cabaret in the evenings for adults. Mini-disco and mini-show for children in the evenings.. Open 29/04/2012 - 05/09/2012
• Television Room: satellite tv
• Games Room: Racing, pool, table soccer, arcade games

Laundry

• Washers: 6 x machines €6.00 per load
• Dryers: 6 x machines €2.00 per load

Sanitation

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

Additional Information: Deposit required for irons

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: Slide/Chute pool. Open 27/04/2012 - 07/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
• Depth: From 0.80m to 1.70m
• Size: 130m2
• Waterchutes: Chute has one major bend in itRestrictions: Forbidden for people who cannot swim
• Waterslides: High sided and fairly straight (1 x slides)

Second pool

• For: All the family. Open 27/04/2012 - 07/09/2012 (Outdoor)
• Depth: From 0.20m to 1.70m
• Size: 200m2
• Water fountain and island

Third pool

• For: Toddlers. Open 27/04/2012 - 07/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
• Depth: From 0.15m to 0.50m
• Size: 130m2
• Waterslides: A fairly straight slide (3 x slides) Restrictions: Children under 10yrs old not allowed
• Water fountain

Fourth pool

• For: All the family. Open 27/04/2012 - 07/09/2012 (Outdoor)
• Depth: From 0.00m to 1.80m
• Size: 400m2
• Wave machine

Fifth pool

• For: Balneo centre. Open 27/04/2012 - 07/09/2012 (Indoor)
• Cost: €12.00
• The large indoor lagoon is surrounded by beaches and a terrace. Bay windows look out over the Parc des Alicourts lake and stream. The Senso Balneo Centre is reserved for the over 18s although there is a special time set aside for families with children
• From 29/04 to 29/06 and 01/09 to 06/09/11 charge is €8 per adult and from 30/06 to 31/08/11 €12 per adult. Children have access only if accompanied by one of their parents (max 1 adult for 2 chlidren). From 29/04 - 29/06 and 01/09 - 06/09/11 children under 6yrs free, €2.00 for 7 -12yrs old, €3.00 per adult (13 +). From 30/06 - 31/08/11 children under 6yrs free, €3.00 for 7 - 12yrs, €4.00 per adult (13+). Entries are strictly limited. For safety reasons during this 'Family time', all the activities such as anatomich benches, jacuzzi, sauna, Turkish bath are stopped and closed. Parents are in charge of their children. Access conditions 16 to 18 year-olds are welcome in the Senso Balneo Spa if accompanied by a parent. Swimwear is compulsory (shorts and Bermuda shorts are forbidden for men). Check with Reception for opening/closing times.

Spas

• Sauna Open 29/04/2012 - 06/09/2012. For adults aged 18 years and over. Swimwear is compulsory (no shorts or Bermudas)
• Jacuzzi Open 29/04/2012 - 06/09/2012.
• Spa Open 29/04/2012 - 06/09/2012. The large indoor lagoon is surrounded by beaches and a terrace. Bay windows look out over the Parc des Alicourts lake and stream. The Senso Balneo Centre is reserved for the over 18s although there is a special time set aside for families with children From 29/04 to 29/06 and 01/09 to 06/09/11 charge is €8 per adult and from 30/06 to 31/08/11 €12 per adult. Children have access only if accompanied by one of their parents (max 1 adult for 2 chlidren). From 29/04 - 29/06 and 01/09 - 06/09/11 children under 6yrs free, €2.00 for 7 -12yrs old, €3.00 per adult (13 +). From 30/06 - 31/08/11 children under 6yrs free, €3.00 for 7 - 12yrs, €4.00 per adult (13+). Entries are strictly limited. For safety reasons during this 'Family time', all the activities such as anatomich benches, jacuzzi, sauna, Turkish bath are stopped and closed. Parents are in charge of their children. Access conditions 16 to 18 year-olds are welcome in the Senso Balneo Spa if accompanied by a parent. Swimwear is compulsory (shorts and Bermuda shorts are forbidden for men). Check with Reception for opening/closing times.

Extra information

• Lifeguard - High Season
• Lifeguard - Low Season
• Sunloungers (€0.00 charge)
• Sun Terrace

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

Activities

The following activities are available:

Site Run Children's Activities

Discos, sports and quizzes.

Languages spoken: English, French and Dutch.

• Open 27/04/2012 - 07/09/2012

Watersports

Canoeing

• Open 29/04/2012 - 06/09/2012
• Hire charge: €10.00
• Customers can use their own canoes in the lake at Pierrefitte

Pedalos

• Open 29/04/2012 - 06/09/2012
• Hire charge: €8.00

Rowing Boats

• Open 29/04/2012 - 06/09/2012
• Hire charge: €10.00

Kayaking

• Open 29/04/2012 - 06/09/2012
• Kayaking not available on the campsite, nearest Kayaking is 19.0 km from the campsite

Sports

Tennis

• Open 29/04/2012 - 06/09/2012
• 1 full size court, All weather
• Charge: €10.00 / hour
• Equipment hire available: Yes

Table Tennis

• Open 29/04/2012 - 06/09/2012
• 7 tables
• Equipment hire available: Yes

Football

• Surface: Grass

Basketball

• Open 29/04/2012 - 06/09/2012
• 1 size court, All weather

Skateboard/Rollerskating

• Allocated area with a tarmac surface and 5 jumps.

Beach volleyball

• Open 29/04/2012 - 06/09/2012

Gymnasium

• Open 27/04/2012 - 07/09/2012

Boules

• Site arranged tournaments available

Horse Riding

• Horse riding is not available on the campsite, nearest horse riding is 7.0 km from the campsite

Fishing

• Open 29/04/2012 - 06/09/2012
• Fresh water fishing (Carp, gudgeon and some pike. Fishing part of the lake is 2 hectares)

Golf

9 Hole Golf Course

• Charge per round: €12.00
• Club hire available: €3.00
• Charge of €2 if ball is lost
• Open 29/04/2012 - 06/09/2012

Driving Range

• Club hire available: €3.00
• Open 01/07/2012 - 30/08/2012

Minigolf

• Charge: €3.00
• Open 29/04/2012 - 06/09/2012

Playgrounds

• 2 playgrounds

Equipment Hire

Cycle Hire

• Open 27/04/2012 - 07/09/2012
• Adults: €55.00 / week €12.00 / day
• Children: €45.00 / week €9.00 / day
• Mountain Bikes: €55.00 / week €12.00 / day
• BMX: €38.00 / week €8.00 / day
• Adult bikes available
• Child bikes available
• helmets available
• child seats available

Specialist Activities

• Wake Boarding

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: 50meters
• Nearest lake: Direct access

Shopping

• Nearest town/village: Lamotte Beuvron: 16.0km

Places of Interest

• Romorantin-Lanthenay: 59km
• Orleans: 63km
• Tours: 147km
• Le Mans: 200km

Attractions

Zoo de Beauval

Situated in the heart of the Loire valley, this is one of the best zoos in France. A great selection of animals to view, but the main attraction is the white tigers. Regular exhibitions feature birds of prey and feeding the animals

Château de Chambord

The Château of Chambord is one of the loveliest Renaissance buildings in the Loire. It was completed in 1547 and there is evidence to suggest that Leonardo da Vinci assisted in its design. Surrounded by walls of 22 miles, the chateau has 440 rooms and stables to accommodate 1200 horses. The park is over 5000 hectares in size.

Museum of Sorcery

Discover the historical world of witchcraft from the middle ages to the 19th century. A journey through an astonishing 1200m2 of maze haunted by mythical characters and beasts of the countryside. Gift shop and picnic area. Allow 1 hour for a visit

Radio and Astronomy Station

A visit to the Radio and Astronomy station will enlighten you on the history and technical and scientific aspects of astronomy. The exhibitions are interactive with a planetarium display at intervals through the day. A guided tour lasts 30 minutes. Planetarium lasts 30 minutes

Musée de l'Artisan Rural Ancien

Take a step back into history and discover hundreds of ancient tools depicting traditional skills and crafts

Parc Floral de la Source

The park's most famous attraction is the vast expanse of flower beds. The park also has emus, peacocks and flamingos as well as deer in the woodland areas. A small train runs 20 minute trips around the park. There is a large restaurant, a playground and minigolf

Open afternoons only in low season.

Travel details

The following travel details are available:

Local Directions

From the A71: Leave the A71 at junction 3, sign-posted ‘Lamotte-Beuvron’. After the toll, follow signs towards ‘Lamotte-Beuvron’ but as you enter the town, initially follow signs for ‘Salbris’. After a few hundred yards travelling out of town on the N20, turn left onto the D923 sign-posted ‘Brinon-sur-Sauldre’ and ‘Aubigny’. Travel straight along the D923 for 7 miles and then take a right hand turn onto the D24E. There is a sign for ‘Parc des Alicourts’ at this junction. Follow the D24E for 0.5 a mile and then turn left where you see a sign for the campsite. The entrance is just a few hundred yards along this lane on your right hand side. The journey from the motorway to the campsite takes between 20 and 30 minutes.

Airport(s)

• Paris Orly Airport (ORY): 178km
• Tours (TUF): 168km

Port(s)

• Zeebrugge (ZEI): 485km
• Caen Ouistreham (CAE): 372km
• Calais Ferry (CAL): 469km
• Cherbourg (CHB): 491km
• Dieppe: 330km
• Le Havre: 334km
• Oostende: 450km
• St Malo (STM): 423km

Public Transport

• Local Railway: Lamotte/ Salbis, 18km
• Services to: Paris, Orleans and Tours

Getting There

Regional airports at Poitiers and Tours make fly drive an easy option. Alternatively, ferries to St Malo, Caen, Cherbourg and Roscoff are available.

Accommodation

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

Children's clubs

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

About the region

Also known as the garden of France, the Loire Valley is famous for its flowers, rolling countryside and vineyards. The home of over a hundred enchanting chateaux, the Loire Valley is the perfect place to explore turrets, towers and magnificent ornamental gardens. Le Grand Park du Foy offers an action-packed journey through time. Futuroscope has a theme park, 360 degree cinemas and amazing shows.