Fontaine Vielle

This lovely parc in Andernos-les-Bains features a water park designed with one thing in mind: endless days of family fun. The aquatic area includes an outdoor swimming pool, a heated indoor pool, waterslides, and a heated paddling pool for your littlest children.

Picture yourself relaxing on sun loungers by the pool, or working up an appetite in the aqua gym sessions. Your friendly parc has two pools, excluding the paddling pool. There's also a solarium, hammam, sauna, and jacuzzi for wellness - because who doesn’t want a little more of that in their summer!

You’ll eat well here. Fontaine Vieille offers a range of food and drink options, including a restaurant, bar, snack bar, and always-popular pizzeria. Fancy eating at yours? No problem, there’s mini-market on site, and communal barbecues are availabl to add to the general sociable atmosphere this parc does so well. Entertainment options include themed evenings with bingo, cabaret, dance, and karaoke, ensuring fun for all ages well into the evenings.

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Pony rides, a soft play area, mini golf and padel tennis and inflatables are just some of the amazing fun on offer here.

The area around Andernos-les-Bains, located on the northeastern shore of the Arcachon Bay in Gironde, is a haven for nature lovers and those seeking an easy-going coastal adventure. Arcachon is a vast - and beautiful- tidal bay so, while you’ll always be able to build sandcastles, you won’t always be able to paddle. Your parc has a handy chart to let you know when to take your swimming costume! The town itself boasts a picturesque waterfront with a long pier offering stunning views of the bay, perfect for leisurely strolls. Nearby, the ancient Roman ruins of Betey add a touch of history to your visit. Explore the surrounding pine forests and marshlands, ideal for hiking, cycling, and birdwatching, particularly in the Le Teich Ornithological Reserve. A short drive away, the Dune du Pilat, the tallest sand dune in Europe, provides breathtaking panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and the lush Landes forest. The charming oyster-farming villages around the bay, like Lège-Cap-Ferret, offer the opportunity to sample fresh seafood and experience authentic local culture.