Overview

At a Glance

Eurocamp rating

 

Parc Size: Small

Opening dates

Site open: 26/05/2012 - 03/09/2012

Pitches

• Number of Pitches: 200

• Shade: Some have some.

• Surface: Grass and dust

• Pitch Size: Less than 80m2

• 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. 6 per mobile home
• Charcoal barbecue: provided

Vehicles

• Are vehicles allowed on pitches: Yes

• Maximum number of vehicles: 1

Dogs

• Are dogs allowed: No

Local Events

If you like music it's worth visiting the world music Festival at Vivonne, where musicians from around the world take part in this annual festival of world folk music, from 13th to 16th May. Also the jazzellerault Festival at Charellerault, from 20th to 29th May, or the free jazz and blues concerts of theRendez-vous de L'Erdre in Nantes, 26th to 28th Aug.

Out and about

Here at La Tranche is the longest south-facing beach in the Vendée, where watersports and sea fishing are very popular activities. Les Sables d'Olonne is a lively beach resort, and is home to a popular zoo, about 35km from the parc. Further afield is the busy harbour town of La Rochelle, where once you've wandered the cobbled streets you can pay a visit to its aquarium, home to over 12,000 marine animals including sharks.

On site

The following facilities are available:

Reception

• Languages spoken: French, English and German.
• Other services: Fax machine, post box and internet access.
• Internet available
• WiFi available
• Credit cards accepted: Visa

Shops

• There is no shop on site however a bread van visits the site around 0800 each morning.

Dining

• Take-away: Open 26/05/2012 - 04/09/2012

Bars

• Bar Small bar with two large TV screens. One for sport and one for music. Open 26/05/2012 - 04/09/2012 Location: Next to the swimming pool.

Other

• Animation Team: Clowns, magic show, cinema.. Open 26/05/2012 - 04/09/2012
• Television Room: tv
• Games Room: Pool, babyfoot, video games and pinball.

Laundry

• Washers: 3 x machines €6.00 per load
• Dryers: 4 x machines €2.00 per load
• Laundry Service

Sanitation

• Hot Showers
• Baby Baths
• Baby Changing Facilities
• 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 26/05/2012 - 04/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
• Depth: From 0.40m to 1.70m
• Size: 200m2

Second pool

• For: Children. Open 26/05/2012 - 04/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
• Depth: From 0.40m to 0.50m
• Size: 21m2

Spas

• Sauna Sauna not available on the campsite, nearest sauna is 0.2 km from the campsite.
• Jacuzzi Open 27/05/2012 - 01/09/2012.

Extra information

• Sun Terrace

Regulations: Shorts 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 1.5 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 6.0 km from the campsite

Sports

Tennis

• Open 27/05/2012 - 02/09/2012
• 1 half size court, Tarmac
• Charge: €2.00 / hour
• Equipment hire available: Yes

Table Tennis

• Open 27/05/2012 - 02/09/2012
• 2 tables

Football

• Football not available on the campsite, nearest football is 0.3 km from the campsite

Badminton

• Open 27/05/2012 - 02/09/2012
• 1 court
• Charge: €2.00 / hour
• Equipment hire available: Yes

Basketball

• Open 27/05/2012 - 02/09/2012
• Tarmac

Beach volleyball

• Beach volleyball not available on the campsite, nearest beach volleyball is 0.5 km from the campsite

Gymnasium

• Open 26/05/2012

Quad biking

• Quad biking not available on the campsite, nearest quad biking is 0.3 km from the campsite

Horse Riding

• Horse riding is not available on the campsite, nearest horse riding is 10.0 km from the campsite

Fishing

• Fishing is not available on the campsite, nearest fishing is 0.5 km from the campsite

Golf

• No golf course on the campsite, nearest golf course is 24.00 km from the campsite

Driving Range

• No driving range on the campsite, nearest driving range is 30.00 km from the campsite

Minigolf

• Minigolf not available on the campsite, nearest minigolf is 2.0 km from the campsite

Playgrounds

• 3 playgrounds

Boat Trips

• Boat Trips are available 500 meters from the site

Equipment Hire

Cycle Hire

• Cycle hire not available on the campsite, nearest cycle hire is 0.2 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: La Tranche-sur-Mer 500.0meters
• Nearest river: 10.0km
• Nearest lake: Direct access

Shopping

• Nearest town/village: La Tranche sur Mer

Places of Interest

• La Tranche
• Jard sur Mer: 18km
• Lucon: 30km
• La Rochelle: 64km
• Niort: 91km
• Ile de Noirmoutier: 106km
• Nantes: 107km
• Ile de Ré: 108km
• Saintes: 132km

Attractions

Aquarium La Rochelle

Large aquarium with fish from around the world. An array of different viewing methods from tanks, torch pools and panoramic tunnels.

Zoo des Sables d'Olonne

Only a short distance from the enormous Atlantic beaches, the zoo at Les Sables d'Olonne is the home to hundreds of animals living in a luxurious setting. Animals include penguins, monkeys, otters, lions, tigers and pandas

Le Grand Parc

A reconstruction of an 18th century village with villagers in costume. The ruins of a 13th century chateau where you can watch a fabulous falconry display or see the Vikings at war. You can spend hours wandering the grounds and gardens. The evening show is an incredible open-air night show with 850 people and 50 horsemen

Planete Sauvage

Safari Park

Oceanile

This waterpark in the heart of Noirmoutier is over 37000m and has more than 20 aquatic amusements. With slides and waves there is plenty to ensure that the whole family is entertained.

Sealand Aquarium de Noirmoutier

A good aquarium with an excellent selection of fish from around the world including warm and cold water fish plus a number of tropical aquariums

Château de Talmont St Hilaire

Located on a rock, surrounded by water, the fortress of Talmont played an important part in the defence of Poitou against the invading Normans. Years later, several kings of France were made welcome along with Richard the Lion Heart during the crusade years. Nowadays you can attend medieval demonstrations during the festival period

Futuroscope

Theme park for media and technology

Travel details

The following travel details are available:

Local Directions

From La Roche-sur-Yon: follow signs for La Tranche-sur- Mer/Aubigny on the D747. Stay on the D747 and continue following signs for La Tranche-sur-Mer. After approximately 13 miles, at a junction for the D46, sign posted Angles, take the 2nd exit at the roundabout. This leads on to the La Tranche by-pass (D747/D105b). When you come to another roundabout, take the second exit sign posted La Tranche. When you come to a set of traffic lights turn right, sign posted Camping Bel. After 200 yards the campsite is on your left hand side.

Airport(s)

• La Rochelle (LRH): 67km
• Nantes (NTE): 113km
• Poitiers (PIS): 173km

Port(s)

• Caen Ouistreham (CAE): 412km
• Cherbourg (CHB): 459km
• Le Havre: 477km
• Roscoff (RSC): 439km
• St Malo (STM): 301km

Public Transport

• Local Railway: La Roche sur Yon or Les Sables, 30km
• Services to: Les Sables, La Roche and Nantes

Getting There

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

Accommodation

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  Horizon - 2 bed
• 
  
  Classic 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 26/05/2012 - 01/07/2012
• 
  Tumble Tots - from crawling to 5 years Open 26/05/2012 - 13/07/2012

• 
  Mini Fun Station Learn to Ride - ages 3 to 6 years Open 26/05/2012 - 01/07/2012

About the region

From picturesque Bois de la Chaize to pine-fringed Sauveterre, there are enough wonderful beaches to try somewhere different each day of your holiday. Kids love the Planete Sauvage safari park near Nantes. Puy de Fou theme park and Oceanile water park is great for thrills. Chateau des Enigmes provides treasure hunt fun. With superb fishing, golf, miles of footpaths and cycle tracks, plus historic villages, there's plenty to do away from the beach.