Overview

At a Glance

Eurocamp rating

 

Parc Highlights

• Enjoys the variety of family pools

• Teens love the zip wire and skate park on site

• Close to the beautiful town of Tours & central for the whole of the Loire

A lakeside setting means a truly restful location on parc, while there are also many chateaux to discover nearby.

Le Parc de Fierbois offers a host of activities, many of which take place in and around the parc’s central square. Away from the square you will find an impressive modern poolside bar complex to please all the family, with entertainment in high season. The estate also features a charming lake where you can hire pedalos and canoes in high season, or simply enjoy a stroll around it. The many possibilities for days out include a wide choice of nearby châteaux, and of course the vineyards of Chinon and Vouvray. You are also close to the town of Tours, perfect for shopping and sight-seeing.

Parc Size: Medium

Opening dates

Site open: 14/05/2012 - 06/09/2012

Pitches

• Number of Pitches: 420

• Shade: Some have some.

• Surface: Grass, dust and gravel

• Pitch Size: 80-100m2

• Mobiles privacy: No separation

Available with Eurocamp

• Linen Hire
• Junior Tents
• Charcoal BBQ Provided
• Babysitting

Important information

Exceptions

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

Vehicles

• Are vehicles allowed on pitches: Yes

• Maximum number of vehicles: 1

Dogs

• Are dogs allowed: Yes

• Must be kept on a leash: Yes

• Maximum number of dogs: 1

• 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

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

Here you are never far away from a château, wine cellar or vineyard. At nearby Azay-le-Rideau 'fairy-tale' castle you can marvel at the sound and light (son et lumière) display illustrating its history. Or if it's shopping and eating out you're looking for then medieval Tours is perfect, complete with stunning cathedral. Further afield in the town of Mosnes is the Fantasy Forest, where activities include mountain biking, canoeing and a tree-top adventure.

On site

The following facilities are available:

Reception

• Languages spoken: English, French, Dutch and German
• Other services: Phone cards, stamps, post box, washing and drying tokens
• Internet available
• WiFi available (All over site - €8.00)
• Credit cards accepted: Visa and Mastercard

Shops

• Supermarket: Open 16/04/2012 - 07/09/2012

• Main shop: Open 16/04/2012 - 07/09/2012

• Giftshop: Open 04/07/2012 - 29/08/2012

Dining

• Restaurant: Bistro style Childrens Menu. Regional Specialities. Location: Overlooking the children's play area Open 16/04/2012 - 07/09/2012

• Take-away: Chips, sausages, burgers, chicken and the dish of the day from the restaurant menu Open 16/04/2012 - 07/09/2012

• Pizzeria: Location: Next to the restaurant Open 16/05/2012 - 09/09/2012

Bars

• Bar Large and modern Open 16/04/2012 - 07/09/2012 Location: Next to the pool

Other

• Animation Team: Children's Club, sports competitions, karaoke, talent shows, dicos, bingo and keep fit. Open 01/07/2012 - 27/08/2012
• Television Room: tv
• Games Room: Pinball, pool and arcade games

Laundry

• Washers: 7 x machines €5.00 per load
• Dryers: 3 x machines €3.00 per load

Sanitation

• Hot Showers
• Baby Baths
• Baby Changing Facilities
• Toilets
• Children's Toilets
• Dish Washing Sinks
• 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: All the family. Open 16/04/2012 - 07/09/2012 (Outdoor)
• Depth: From 0.00m to 1.60m
• Size: 700m2
• Waterchutes: Twisty chute that goes into the plunge pool part of the main pool complex (1 x chutes) Restrictions: Children must be older than 8 and taller than 1 metre
• Waterslides: Straight slide into the plunge pool part of main pool complex (4 x slides) Restrictions: Children must be older than 8
• Rocks around the whole pool plus a waterfall

Second pool

• For: Family. Open 16/04/2012 - 07/09/2012 (Indoor Heated)
• Depth: From 0.80m to 1.60m
• Size: 100m2

Third pool

• For: Children. Open 16/04/2012 - 07/09/2012 (Outdoor)
• Depth: From 0.00m to 0.30m
• Size: 10m2
• Separated from the main pool by a walkway and a fence

Extra information

• Sunloungers (€0.00 charge)
• Sun Terrace
• No drinking, eating, smoking

Regulations: T-shirts not allowed, Inflatables not allowed, Parental supervision required, No suncream allowed

Activities

The following activities are available:

Site Run Children's Activities

Arts and crafts, face painting, games and sports

Languages spoken: English, French

• Open 01/07/2012 - 27/08/2012

Watersports

Canoeing

• Canoeing not available on the campsite, nearest Canoeing is 15.00 km from the campsite

Pedalos

• Open 16/05/2012 - 09/09/2012
• Hire charge: €8.00

Kayaking

• Kayaking not available on the campsite, nearest Kayaking is 19.50 km from the campsite

Sports

Tennis

• 2 full size courts, All weather
• Equipment hire available: Yes

Table Tennis

• 7 tables

Football

• 1 five-a-side pitch, Surface: Grass

Badminton

• Open 16/05/2012 - 09/09/2012
• 1 court

Basketball

• Open 16/05/2012 - 09/09/2012
• 1 size court

Volleyball

• Open 16/05/2012 - 09/09/2012
• 1 court

Jogging

Skateboard/rollerskating

• Skate park

Beach Volleyball

• Open 16/05/2012 - 09/09/2012

Gymnasium

• Open 16/04/2012 - 07/09/2012

Archery

• Open 01/06/2012 - 27/08/2012
• Equipment hire available: Yes

Boules

• Site arranged tournaments available

Horse Riding

• Horse riding is not available on the campsite, nearest horse riding is 15.00 km from the campsite

Fishing

• Open 16/05/2012 - 09/09/2012
• Fresh water fishing (Carp, catfish, perch, roach, pike)

Golf

• No golf course on the campsite, nearest golf course is 30.00 km from the campsite

Playgrounds

• 2 playgrounds

Boat Trips

• Boat Trips are available 35 km from the site

Equipment Hire

Cycle Hire

• Open 16/04/2011 - 07/09/2012
• Adults: €15.00 / day
• Children: €12.00 / day
• Adult bikes available
• Child bikes available
• helmets available
• child seats available

Specialist Activities

• Tree acrobatic circuit

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:
• Nearest lake: Direct access

Shopping

• Nearest town/village: Ste Maure de Touraine: 8.0km

Places of Interest

• Chinon: 30km
• Tours: 40km
• Amboise: 62km
• Saumur: 64km
• Le Mans: 129km

Attractions

Aquarium de Touraine

Aquarium with plenty to see for the children. Touch tank and feeding shows with crocodiles. Shop, restaurant, bar and picnic area.

Futuroscope

Futuroscope is the European theme park of the moving image. It is both fun and educational and the futuristic buildings house many attractions. 140,000 miles of film are projected each year. An excellent selection of services including many restaurants, baby changing, cash machines, parking, shops etc.

Chateau d'Usse

Château d' Ussé was the inspiration for the tale of Sleeping Beauty. Situated on the edge of the forest of Chinon, the present château was built in the 15th century. Gothic and Renaissance architecture. The old chapel and large gallery house many 11th century tapestries.

Château de Villandry

Villandry is an elegant castle from the Renaissance period (1536 completion). This castle is also famous for the magical beauty of its gardens. The property and gardens are majestic and full of harmony.

Chateau de Chenonceau

Built in 1513 on the river Cher, it is one of the finest châteaux in the Loire with outstanding architecture. The château is home to fine collections of Renaissance furniture, 16th,17th centuries tapestries and a great number of masterpieces. 70 Hectares of parks and gardens for walks.

Abbaye de Fontevraud

Built at the end of the 11th Century. Before the French Revolution it was the most important and richest Abbey in France. Served as a prison between 1804-1965. Now home to the cultural centre for the west of France. Surrounded by beautiful gardens.

Château Azay-le-Rideau

Built on an island by the Indre River in the early 16th Century. The castle is a mixture of two great styles - French and Italian Renaissance. The interior is preserved as a renaissance museum. It houses a collection of 16th and 17th Century Flemish tapestries

Château de Chinon

Château de Chinon is mostly in ruins but is impressive for the views it offers over the Vienne valley. Visited by Joan of Arc to persuade Charles VII to regain his Kingdom. Richard the Lionheart died here in 1199

Wine Museum

Museum dedicated to all aspects of wine making

Zoo de Beauval

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

Château de Montrichard

Visit the 11th century château ruins in the tourist town of Montrichard

Wine Museum Chinon

Situated in a wine cellar, this museum explains the process of winemaking through miniature models. Wine tasting included in the entrance fee

Travel details

The following travel details are available:

Local Directions

From the A10 motorway: Leave at junction 25, sign-posted ‘Ste Maure de Touraine’. (This junction is 45km south of Tours). After leaving the tollbooth, turn right on the D760 towards ‘Ste. Maure’. Continue on this road for 1.4km until you reach a crossroads with traffic lights. Turn left (sign posted Tours 34km and Soringy 17km). You are now climbing out of ‘Ste. Maure’ on the N10, heading towards Tours. Traffic calming measures have been introduced along this stretch of road so be aware that the road changes from dual carriageway to single-carriageway regularly! After 6.3 km (rising up out of a dip), take the turning right, sign posted ‘Ste Catherine 0.7km and Camping de Fierbois’. Follow the road through the village. Traffic calming measures have also been introduced through the village road narrowing at intervals! Follow the road through the village (keep to the right fork past the local pub and NOT left past the pub. When you reach the small crossroads, go straight ahead. After 0.5km, turn right and follow the narrow road for 1 km until you reach the campsite gates.

Airport(s)

• Poitiers (PIS): 80km
• Tours (TUF): 39km
• Limoges (LIG): 176km

Port(s)

• Caen Ouistreham (CAE): 284km
• Cherbourg (CHB): 404km
• Dieppe: 408km
• Le Havre: 336km
• Roscoff (RSC): 483km
• St Malo (STM): 341km

Public Transport

• Local Railway: Monts, 18km
• Services to: Tours, Paris, Poitiers

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 - 3 bed

Children's clubs

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  Fun Station For All - ages 4 to 12 years Open 02/07/2012 - 31/08/2012
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  Base - ages 13 to 17 years Open 02/07/2012 - 31/08/2012

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.