Overview

At a Glance

Eurocamp rating

 

Parc Size: Medium

Opening dates

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

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

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

Pitches

• Number of Pitches: 356

• Shade: Some have some.

• Surface: Grass.

• Pitch Size: 80-100m2

• Tent Privacy: Some of the pitches are separated.

• Mobiles privacy: Some of the pitches are separated.

Available with Eurocamp

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

• Maximum number of vehicles: 1

Dogs

• Are dogs allowed: Yes

• Are dogs allowed in our accommodation: Yes

• Which accommodation are dogs allowed in: All accommodation types except Safari tent, Chalets, Eclipse and Sunlights

• Must be kept on a leash: Yes

• Maximum number of dogs: 2

Accessibility

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

Local Events

Printemps des Musees occurs in Paris at the beginning of May, when most museums offer free entry; the Fountain show at Versailles from 26th March to 28th September features the lavish fountains accompanied by classical music, while the Joan of Arc Festival in Reims celebrates St Joan with historical shows and depictions during June.

Out and about

Take in the sights along the coast on the steam train which runs in the summer from the quaint medieval town of St Valéry. Visit St Vulfran church at nearby Abbeville, along with its 18th century château. There's also family fun at Parc Bagatelle about 40 minutes away, with rollercoasters and water rides, and 59km away at Le Touquet is Aqualud Water Park.

On site

The following facilities are available:

Reception

• Languages spoken: French, English, (and Dutch in high season).
• Other services: Phone cards, fax machine, stamps and postbox. Bread can be ordered for next day delivery when the shop is closed. Site implements an internal pre-payment card which is used to avoid cash circulation on site. Cards can be credited by cash or by Visa/Mastercard to amount specified by customer.
• WiFi available (Chateau Bar - €1.00)
• Credit cards accepted: Visa, Eurocard and Mastercard

Shops

• Minimarket: Open 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012

• Main shop: Open 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012

• Bread has to be ordered day before and collected before 11:00

Dining

• Restaurant: Family, well decorated. Opens weekends and bank holidays only in low season, closed Wednesday in high season Childrens Menu. Regional Specialities. Location: Well placed close to the main reception Open 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012

• Snack bar: Snacks and ice cream Open 01/07/2012 - 31/08/2012

• Take-away: Pizzas, chips, salads, chicken. Open 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012

• Pizzeria: Location: Adjacent to the restaurant Open 01/07/2012 - 31/08/2012

Bars

• Bar Average sized, family orientated bar. Has a large screen TV and a pool table. Open 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012 Location: Near main reception
• Bar Small and quiet with music. Open 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012 Location: Near cinema

Other

• Animation Team: For children - water games, face painting, quizzes, karaoke, films. Dancing competitions and tennis tournaments. Open 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012
• Television Room: tv

Laundry

• Washers: 4 x machines €5.00 per load
• Dryers: 4 x machines €4.00 per load

Sanitation

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

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 - 23/09/2012 (Covered with retractable roof Heated)
• Depth: From 1.00m to 1.40m
• Size: 102m2
• Small slide

Second pool

• For: All the family. Open 15/06/2012 - 23/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
• Depth: From 1.00m to 1.40m
• Size: 102m2
• Waterslides: Shallow slide at the end of the pool (2 x slides) Restrictions: Children have to come down one by one. Must not come down head first

Third pool

• For: Children. Open 15/06/2012 - 23/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
• Depth: From 0.60m to 0.60m
• Size: 28m2

Extra information

• Lifeguard - High Season
• Sunloungers (€0.00 charge)
• Sun Terrace
• Parents must be with their children. No radios, smoking or littering near the pools

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

Activities

The following activities are available:

Watersports

Windsurfing

• Windsurfing not available on the campsite, nearest Windsurfing is 12.0 km from the campsite

Canoeing

• Canoeing not available on the campsite, nearest Canoeing is 3.0 km from the campsite

Kayaking

• Kayaking not available on the campsite, nearest Kayaking is 12.0 km from the campsite

Sports

Tennis

• Open 01/04/2012 - 01/11/2012
• 2 full size courts, Concrete
• Charge: €10.00 / hour
• Equipment hire available: Yes

Table Tennis

• Open 01/04/2012 - 01/11/2012
• 2 tables
• Equipment hire available: Yes

Football

• 1 five-a-side pitch, Surface: Grass

Volleyball

• Open 30/03/2012 - 09/09/2012
• 1 court
• Charge: €5.00 / hour
• Equipment hire available: Yes

Horse Riding

• Helmets available
• Open 01/04/2012 - 20/09/2012
• Horse riding is not available on the campsite, nearest horse riding is 11.5 km from the campsite

Pony-trekking

• Helmets available
• €12.00
• Open 01/04/2012 - 20/09/2012

Fishing

• Fishing is not available on the campsite, nearest fishing is 0.1 km from the campsite

Golf

• No golf course on the campsite, nearest golf course is 25.00 km from the campsite

Driving Range

• Club hire available: €5.00
• Open 01/04/2012 - 01/11/2012

Minigolf

• Charge: €3.00 / €3.00 per club
• Individual holes surrounded by grass.
• Open 01/04/2012 - 01/11/2012

Playgrounds

• 3 playgrounds

Boat Trips

• Boat Trips are available 5 km from the site

Cinema

• Is the Cinema open air: No

Equipment Hire

Cycle Hire

• Open 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012
• Adults: €13.00 / day
• Children: €9.00 / day
• Mountain Bikes: €13.00 / day
• Adult bikes available
• Child bikes available
• child seats available
• Also 2,3 and 6 seater carriages and karts for hire.

Excursions

• Type: Regular coach trips to Paris on Wednesdays subject to demand.

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: St Valery 4.0km
• Nearest river: 3.0km

Shopping

• Nearest town/village: St Valéry: 4.0km

Places of Interest

• Abbeville: 21km
• Dieppe: 57km
• Le Touquet: 59km
• Amiens: 70km

Attractions

Parc Bagatelle

There are more than 40 attractions at this leisure park. A good selection of roller coasters, water rides and play areas. Selection of restaurants and take aways.

Aqualud Waterpark

Waterpark with indoor and outdoor heated pools. A good selection of waterslides and chutes. Separate area for children. Shop, cafe and restaurant. Evening shows and spectacles.

The Picardy Museum

Housed in a 19th century mansion, the museum features archaeological artefacts, medieval memorabilia, 19th century bronze and marble sculptures, and a series of rare 16th century paintings.

Château de Rambures

A 15th century château which is now classed as a historical monument. The château has a moat (without water), a drawbridge, towers and turrets. There is a display of methods of torture from the Middle Ages.

Samara - Prehistoric Park and Gardens

Samara is a 30 hectare site which has prehistoric demonstrations and activities. The gardens have life size prehistoric reconstructions. Demonstrations given include flint making, pottery, weaving, wickerwork, mosaic work, stone and wood carving.

Maison de l'Oiseau

An opportunity to see rare and exotic birds plus birds of prey in flight. The guided visit provides an explanation of how rare or endangered the species are.

Parc de Marquenterre

A superb ornithological parc set in 250 hectares of lakes and natural habitat. Over 300 different species of birds and 24 species of mammals can be observed (depending on season and migratory habits).

Nausicaa

Europe's largest aquarium. 400 fish to look at and touch in the various aquariums. There is also a seal pool. Audio guide for hire.

Abbaye de Valloires

Founded in 12th Century and rebuilt in 18th Century. Cistercian Architecture contrasts with exuberant Baroque interior. A unique collection of 4000 varieties of rare plants (8 hectares). Shop, garden shop, restaurant, tea room. 5000m2 water garden.

Aquaclub de Belle Dune

Large heated waterpark with slides and a wave machine. Indoor and outdoor pools. Restaurant.

The Battlefields of the Somme

With use of this very informative website you will be able to plan your own trip to visit the Battlefields of the First World War.

Underground Village and Museum

Visit the underground city of Naours which lies 33 meters beneath the surface

Travel details

The following travel details are available:

Local Directions

From the North, (A16): Follow the A16, signposted Amiens and exit at Junction 24, signposted St Valéry sur Somme. Follow the signposts for approximately 20km through several roundabouts. As you approach St Valéry you will join the D940. Keep on this road as you pass over a narrow metal bridge. At the next roundabout, (Champion supermarket on your left) do not turn right into St Valéry centre ville, but carry straight on up the hill. After 0.5 mile, you will come to a junction where you turn left (and with great care) turn left here and then immediately left again, following signs to Drancourt (Intermarche Supermarket on your right). Follow this narrow road down the hill and along the tree lined section. Keep on this road as it bears to the right and takes you through the tiny hamlet of Drancourt with its stone cottages and open barns. Take the next left turn, just before the telephone box and Camping Chateau de Drancourt is 200 yds on the right up this road.

Airport(s)

• Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG): 202km
• Paris Orly Airport (ORY): 216km
• Beauvais (BVA): 126km

Port(s)

• Zeebrugge (ZEI): 228km
• Caen Ouistreham (CAE): 249km
• Calais Ferry (CAL): 113km
• Cherbourg (CHB): 369km
• Dieppe: 63km
• Hook of Holland (HOH): 391km
• Le Havre: 179km
• Oostende: 210km
• Rotterdam (RTD): 385km
• St Malo (STM): 417km

Public Transport

• Local Railway: Abbeville, 12km
• Services to: Calais, Paris, Amiens

Getting There

With two airports to choose from for Paris, fly drive is an option.For those prefering to drive, choose the channel tunnel or ferries to Calais.

Accommodation

• 
  
  Loft - 3 bed
• 
  
  Eclipse - 3 bed
• 
  
  Sunlight - 2 bed

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

• 
  
  Samibois Chalet
• 
  
  Classic Tent
• 
  
  Safari Tent

Children's clubs

• 
  Fun Station For All - ages 4 to 12 years Open 02/07/2012 - 31/08/2012
• 
  Mini Fun Station - ages 6 months to 5 years Open 21/05/2012 - 01/07/2012
• 
  Soccer Station - ages 5 to 16 years Open 25/06/2012 - 31/08/2012

• 
  Mini Fun Station Learn to Ride - ages 3 to 6 years Open 21/05/2012 - 01/07/2012

About the region

With easy links to the main channel ferry ports and four regional airports, travelling to your holiday destination is quick and easy. Superb beaches, Aqualand waterpark, Nausicaa - the world's largest aquarium and la Cite de la Mer make this a great destination. From fashionable seaside resorts, wonderful walks and rolling countryside to World War 1 battlefields and D-Day beaches, this is a region of contrasts.