La Grande Metairie | Brittany | France

Overview

At a Glance

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Lively
Lively
Golf course
Near lake
Near beach
Cycling
Football

One of France's top parcs - opposite Carnac’s famous standing stones and close to sandy beaches.

This parc, with a beautiful setting in the grounds of an old Breton Manor just a few miles from the coast, puts numerous splendid beaches and other attractions within easy reach. There is a superb waterpark with a covered pool, slides and lazy river overlooked by the restaurant. In high season there is an organised programme of events and the amphitheatre is the venue for evening entertainment, which can be heard in some areas of the parc. The beach is a twenty minute bike ride away from the parc on quiet roads.

Setting: Beach

Star Rating: 4

Opening dates

Mobiles open 15/05/2010 - 03/09/2010

Tents open 15/05/2010 - 03/09/2010

Pitches

Number of Pitches: 575

Shade: Some have some.

Surface: Grass and dust

Tent Privacy: Hedges separate some pitches

Mobiles privacy: Hedges separate some pitches

Keycamp Extras

Linen Hire
Walking Notes
Cycling Notes
Charcoal BBQ provided
Rumble Trucks
All-terrain Buggy

Important information

Vehicles

Are vehicles allowed on pitches: Yes

Extra Vehicle Charge: €3.00

Dogs

Are dogs allowed: Yes

Must be kept on a leash: Yes

Maximum number of dogs: 2

Which accommodation are dogs allowed in: All accommodation types except Tree Houses, Prestiges and Vistas

Out and about

You can walk or cycle past the famous standing stones that run for two miles from the parc. Carnac Plage has a lively atmosphere and an excellent range of restaurants. Visit the ancient Breton town of Auray with its attractive medieval harbour on market day and explore the old streets of Vannes. For a change of pace you can explore the beautiful Brière Regional Park to the south and the Gulf of Morbihan.

On site

The following facilities are available:

Reception

Languages spoken: French, English and German

Other services: Phone, fax, stamps, phonecards, cash and travellers cheques exchange, post box and internet access. Internet available WiFi available Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard and Eurocard

Shops

Gift shop closes through lunch

Minimarket: Details not known Open 15/05/2010 - 04/09/2010

Main shop: Details not known Open 15/05/2010 - 04/09/2010

Giftshop: Open 15/05/2010 - 03/09/2010

Dining

Restaurant: Modern new building Location: Next to the pool Open 15/05/2010 - 04/09/2010

Take-away: Chips, chicken, sausages, pizza, vegetables, dish of the day. Need to take own containers. Open 15/05/2010 - 04/09/2010

Bars

Bar The bar is housed in a large, old building but has modern decor. Open 15/05/2010 Location: At the entrance to the site.

Bar Open 15/05/2010 Location: At the pools

Bar Bar for young people which is open on some evenings and sells non-alcoholic drinks Location: Situated between the main bar and the games room

Discos

Family Disco: Open 03/07/2010 - 28/08/2010

Children's Disco: Open 03/07/2010 - 28/08/2010

Other

Animation Team: Mini club, sports tournaments, exercises and aerobics, aquasice, mini disco, bingo, magic shows, concerts, circus every Saturday in high season, wine tasting lessons.. Open 19/05/2010 - 08/09/2010

Television Room: satellite tv

Games Room: Pool, table tennis, table football and arcade machines. Also pool tables in the main bar

Laundry

Washers: 6 x machines €5.00 per load

Dryers: 6 x machines €4.00 per load

Sanitation

Hot Showers
Baby Baths
Baby Changing Facilities
Toilets

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 (fenced off section for toddlers). Open 01/05/2010 - 19/09/2010 (Outdoor Heated)

Depth: From 0.12m to 1.20m

Size: 528m2

Waterchutes: Not too fast - quite a slow gradual slide (1 x chutes) Restrictions: No minimum age restrictions providing parents supervise

Waterslides: Has a hump in the middle (4 x slides) Restrictions: No minimum age restrictions providing parents supervise

Second pool

For: All the family. Open 01/05/2010 - 19/09/2010 (Outdoor Heated)

Depth: From 1.55m to 1.55m

Size: 200m2

Third pool

For: All the family (fenced off section for toddlers). Open 01/05/2010 - 19/09/2010 (Indoor Heated)

Depth: From 0.20m to 1.20m

Size: 113m2

Fourth pool

For: Paddling. Open 01/05/2010 - 19/09/2010 (Outdoor Heated)

Spas

Whirlpool Open 19/05/2010 - 05/09/2010

Jacuzzi Open 28/03/2010 - 05/09/2010. Jacuzzi not available on the campsite, nearest jacuzzi is 3.00 km from the campsite

Spa

Extra information

Lifeguard - High Season
Sunloungers
Sun Terrace

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

Accommodation

Children's clubs

FREE fun for 4-12 years Open 26/05/2010 - 04/07/2010
FREE club 13 years + Open 05/07/2010 - 30/08/2010
FREE fun for 10-12 years Open 05/07/2010 - 30/08/2010

FREE fun for 7-9 years Open 05/07/2010 - 30/08/2010
FREE fun for 4-6 years Open 05/07/2010 - 30/08/2010
FREE fun for 1-4 years Open 26/05/2010 - 04/07/2010

FREE fun for under 5s Open 26/05/2010 - 16/07/2010
FREE fun for under 5s

Activities

The following activities are available:

Site Run Children's Activities

Sports tournaments, arts and crafts, treasure hunts, paintballing. Also quizzes and BBQs. A small farm for children to visit.

Languages spoken: French and English

Open 19/05/2010 - 08/09/2010

Watersports

Canoeing

Diving Lessons

Open 01/07/2010 - 31/08/2010

Sports

Tennis

2 full size courts, Gravel

Charge: €7.00 / hour

Equipment hire available: Yes

Table Tennis

6 tables

Equipment hire available: Yes

Football

Surface: grass

Badminton

Badminton not available on the campsite, nearest badminton is 2.00 km from the campsite

Basketball

Open 28/03/2010 - 05/09/2010

Concrete

Volleyball

Open 19/05/2010 - 08/09/2010

2 courts

Equipment hire available: Yes

Beach Volleyball

Beach volleyball not available on the campsite, nearest beach volleyball is 2.00 km from the campsite

Gymnasium

Open 28/03/2010 - 05/09/2010

Archery

Quad Biking

Quad biking not available on the campsite, nearest quad biking is 12.00 km from the campsite

Boules

Site arranged tournaments available

Pony-trekking

Helmets available

Fishing

Fishing is not available on the campsite, nearest fishing is 0.20 km from the campsite

Golf

No golf course on the campsite, nearest golf course is 12.00 km from the campsite

Driving Range

Minigolf

Charge: €4.00

Basic course

Open 28/03/2010 - 05/09/2010

Playgrounds

2 playgrounds

Equipment Hire

Cycle Hire

Open 28/03/2010 - 25/09/2010

Adults: €40.00 / week €9.00 / day

Children: €24.00 / week €5.00 / day

helmets available

child seats available (€5.00)

Specialist Activities

Adventure courses. Helicopter rides in July and August. Paintball and Zip Wire

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: Carnac Plage 3km

Nearest river: 20km

Nearest lake: Direct access

Shopping

Nearest town/village: Carnac Ville: 3km

Places of Interest

Carnac: 5km
Auray: 13km
Belle Ile: 17km
Vannes: 32km
Lorient: 49km
Pontivy: 65km

Attractions

Aquarium de Vannes

The aquarium has 50 tanks with none resembling its neighbour. Discover some of the curiosities which make the aquarium a 'must see'. There is a gift shop and restaurants. Allow 90 minutes for a visit.

Aquarive

25 metre swimming pool with lift for handicapped persons. Fun pool with water chute and wave machine. Jacuzzi and solarium.

Parc de Branféré

Botanical animal and bird park set in 35 hectares of land. Château visits. Restaurant and snack bar.

Archeoscope

Archeoscope is located across from the Alignments du Menec. It offers a 25 minute special effects show that takes viewers back to Neolithic times.

Abbaye Sainte Anne de Kergonan

Benedictine Abbey founded in 1897.

Château de Suscinio

Impressive moated fortress built in the 13th century, the home of various Dukes of Brittany used a base for hunting. The castle also houses a museum of the history of Brittany and the Morbihan area. Close to Vannes, at Sarzeau

La Ferme du Monde

400 breeding animals from the 5 continents living in semi liberty in pleasant wooded surroundings. Approximately a 2 hour visit. Less known animals such as yak, buffalo & camels. Children's farm where it is possible to stroke & handle the animals. An enjoyable & educational experience. Snack bar & souvenir shop.

Ocearium du Croisic

A great aquarium which explores the sea life from all the oceans of the world. Over 2000m of floorspace and more than 40 aquariums with more than 200 species of fish

Reserve des Marais de Séné

This nature reserve was created in 1996 and extends over 410 hectares of land. This reserve is of international importance for supporting the reproduction of migratory birds. Four observatories with telescopes allow visitors to watch the birds.

Musée National de la Marine

The Museum presents a beautiful collection of models of ships & memorabilia related to the oceans.

Musee de Prehistoire de Carnac

This museum was created in 1882 and is renowned as having one of the best exhibitions of archeology and prehistory. With a number of permanent and temporary exhibitions there is plenty to see in a visit.