Le Ruisseau | Gascony | France

Overview

At a Glance

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Action and Adventure
Action and Adventure
Golf course
Near beach
Football
Gym
Other sports

Nestled in the Basque country, this parc is ideally located for the surfing beaches of the south west.

Situated beside a small lake, this Castels parc is four miles from the elegant town of Biarritz. The soaring Pyrénées form a magnificent backdrop to the parc, which has terraced hillside pitches set amongst oak trees. There is a waterpark with a four lane waterslide, as well as a covered pool across the road in a newer part of the parc. However, if relaxation is more your style, don’t forget the Balneo, where you can enjoy a massage in the outdoor spa or relax in the jacuzzi complex which is free in low season and available for a small charge during July and August. Traffic and trains can be heard from the parc. Three miles away are beaches lapped by Atlantic shores, renowned for excellent surfing.

Setting: Beach

Star Rating: 4

Opening dates

22/05/2010 - 04/09/2010

Pitches

Number of Pitches: 440

Shade: Some have some.

Surface: Grass

Mobiles privacy: Some of the pitches are separated.

Keycamp Extras

Linen Hire
Charcoal BBQ provided

Important information

Vehicles

Maximum number of vehicles: 1

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 Prestiges and Vistas

Out and about

There are many glorious sandy beaches close by, including those at nearby Biarritz. Sophisticated Biarritz retains its dignified Edwardian elegance. Just ten miles from the Spanish border, visit St-Jean-de-Luz, a charming fishing port in an attractive setting. Throughout the summer the streets come alive with folk festivals. At La Rhune, you can take a funicular train ride into the Pyrénées.

On site

The following facilities are available:

Reception

Languages spoken: Spanish, English, Dutch, French, German

Other services: Travellers cheques, phone cards, fax machines, post box. Open all day on Saturdays in high season. Internet available WiFi available (€7.50) Credit cards accepted: Visa and Mastercard

Shops

Minimarket: Details not known Open 22/05/2010 - 19/09/2010

Main shop: Details not known Open 22/05/2010 - 19/09/2010

Dining

Restaurant: Modern, family, canteen style restaurant. Location: Next to mini market, behind campsite reception Open 22/05/2010 - 04/09/2010

Take-away: All restaurant meals can be take-away. Open 22/05/2010 - 04/09/2010

Bars

Bar Fairly large with the same décor as the dining area. Open 22/05/2010 Location: Behind the site reception.

Other

Animation Team: Clowns, parties, live bands. Also quizzes, concerts, sports and games. Open 01/07/2010 - 31/08/2010

Television Room: satellite tv

Games Room: Pinball, pool and table football.

Laundry

Washers: 5 x machines €4.00 per load

Dryers: 3 x machines €2.00 per load

Sanitation

Hot Showers
Baby Baths
Baby Changing Facilities
Toilets
Children's 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. Open 23/05/2010 - 19/09/2010 (Outdoor)

Depth: From 0.00m to 1.50m

Size: 1100m2

Waterchutes: 1 twisty chute, with high sides (1 x chutes) Restrictions: Children older than 8

Waterslides: Straight slide with bumps (4 x slides) Restrictions: Children older than 8

Second pool

For: All the family. Open 23/05/2010 - 19/09/2010 (Indoor - with sliding roof Heated)

Depth: From 0.60m to 1.87m

Size: 180m2

Third pool

For: Balneo spa complex. Open 23/05/2010 - 19/09/2010 (Outdoor. Charge of €2 per hour AM & €4 PM)

Spas

Sauna Open 22/05/2010 - 19/09/2010. Cost inclusive of Balneo complex. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Maximum 4 persons

Whirlpool

Jacuzzi Open 22/05/2010 - 19/09/2010. Jacuzzi not available on the campsite, nearest jacuzzi is 10.00 km from the campsite

Spa . Outdoor Balneo spa complex - massages available Charge is €2 from 10:00 - 12:00 and €5 from 14:00 - 18:00 and includes the use of the covered pool. Tickets are sold at reception and collected at the entrance to the spa.

Solarium . Solarium not available on the campsite, nearest solarium is 2.50 km from the campsite

Extra information

Lifeguard - High Season
Sunloungers
Sun Terrace

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

Accommodation

Children's clubs

FREE fun for 4-12 years Open 05/07/2010 - 30/08/2010

Activities

The following activities are available:

Site Run Children's Activities

Sports, Painting and Games.

Languages spoken: French, Dutch and English.

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

Watersports

Canoeing

Sports

Tennis

Open 22/05/2010 - 19/09/2010

1 full size court, Concrete

Charge: €6.50 / hour

Equipment hire available: Yes

Table Tennis

7 tables

Equipment hire available: Yes

Football

Surface: Grass

Badminton

Open 22/05/2010 - 19/09/2010

1 court

Squash

Squash not available on the campsite, nearest squash is 10.00 km from the campsite

Basketball

Open 22/05/2010 - 19/09/2010

Concrete

Volleyball

Open 22/05/2010 - 19/09/2010

1 court

Jogging

More of an assault course

Beach Volleyball

Beach volleyball not available on the campsite, nearest beach volleyball is 3.00 km from the campsite

Gymnasium

Open 22/05/2010 - 19/09/2010

Charge: €4.00 / hour

Boules

Site arranged tournaments available

Fishing

Open 22/05/2010 - 19/09/2010

Fresh water fishing( Carp, trout, roach, tench and eels.)

Golf

No golf course on the campsite, nearest golf course is 5.00 km from the campsite

Driving Range

Playgrounds

1 playground

Equipment Hire

Cycle Hire

Open 23/05/2010 - 15/09/2010

helmets available

child seats available

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: Bidart 3km

Nearest river: Direct access

Nearest lake: 10km

Shopping

Nearest town/village: Bidart: 2km

Places of Interest

Biarritz: 7km
St Jean de Luz: 8km
Bayonne: 16km
Labenne: 31km
San Sebastian: 40km
Dax: 65km

Attractions

Aquarium - Biarritz

A fascinating collection of fish and invertebrates that live in the Bay of Biscay displayed in 24 aquariums with over 150 species including sharks

Atlantic Park

Waterpark with a good selection of pools and slides and a childrens pool. Area for beach volley, boules, basketball and badminton. Picnic area and bar/restaurant.

La Pinède des Singes

La Pinède des Singes is an area in the Landais pine forests set aside for monkeys to live freely. Walk through the forest to observe the monkeys

Aquatic Landes

Waterpark

Ecomusée de la Pêche Aquarium

Small museum of the sea and fish with a few aquariums with fish from the region. Displays of fossils, shells and minerals. Information displayed on the related jobs and the sea.

Le Petit Train de la Rhune

This is an old funicular railway of 3 cars that takes tourists 900 metres to the top of La Rhune. On clear days there are magnificent views of the area and of the Pyrénées. A return trip takes approximately 2 hours although it is possible to walk either up or down. There is a small restaurant at the arrival and departure points

Les Grottes d'Isturitz

Descend into the depths of the earth and discover the caves of Isturitz through a maze of 600 metres of tunnels. Discover the mysteries of one of Europe's richest archaeological sites plus 80000 years of history and Neanderthal man. More than 70000 objects, paintings and engravings are witness to the importance of this place