Le Vieux Port Messanges Site no: GA013

At a Glance

Customer Rating

An ideal choice for a family beach holiday, this large parc has a fantastic waterpark.

Close to a magnificent beach and lake, Le Vieux Port is located in a beautiful pine forest and offers an exceptional variety of facilities for all ages. Whilst peaceful in low season, this parc becomes lively during the months of July and August with an extensive organised programme of entertainment. Children will love the brand new pool complex with fantastic wave and children’s pools, as well as waterslides. Most of our pitches are sandy and benefit from shade. The lakeside resort of Port d’Albret is a short walk away and Messanges is 3 kilometres away. Le Vieux Port has direct access to the beach, however it is a 10 minute walk through the parc.

Setting: Beach

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Opening dates

• Mobiles open 05/05/2012 - 08/09/2012
• Tents open 05/05/2012 - 08/09/2012

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Pitches

• Number of Pitches: 1546

• Shade: All have some.

• Surface: Dust.

• Tent Privacy: No separation.

• Mobiles privacy: No separation.

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Keycamp Extras

• Linen Hire
• Junior Tents
• Cycling Notes

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Important information

Exceptions

• Max. 6 per tent
• Max. 8 per mobile home
• Barbecue: not provided

Vehicles

• Are vehicles allowed on pitches: Yes

• Maximum number of vehicles: 1

• Extra Vehicle Charge: €5.20

Dogs

• Are dogs allowed: Yes

• Must be kept on a leash: Yes

• Maximum number of dogs: 1

• Which accommodation are dogs allowed in: All accommodation types except Chalets, Prestiges and Vistas

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Out and about

The vast beach at Messanges is superb, and ideal for surfing enthusiasts. A few miles inland are the huge lakes of Léon and Soustons, which offer an alternative to the coast for a wide range of watersports. Why not try cycling in the vast pine forests or take a short trip into the Basque country and Spain.

The following facilities are available:

Reception

• Languages spoken: French, English, Dutch, German, Spanish all season plus Dutch in the summer
• Other services: Cash point, currency exchange, travellers cheques, photocopying, faxing, post box, linen hire and internet access.
• Internet available
• WiFi available
• Credit cards accepted: Visa, Eurocard and Mastercard
• ID Cards or bracelets given on arrival

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Shops

• Shop only opens in the morning in low season apart from Saturday when open 0900-1200 and 1600-1900. Closed on Sundays in low season
• Supermarket: Open 05/04/2012 - 15/09/2012

• Main shop: Open 05/04/2012 - 15/09/2012

• Giftshop: Open 31/03/2012 - 20/09/2012

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Dining

• Restaurant: Family setting, modern French décor Location: Near to reception Open 31/03/2012 - 30/09/2012

• Snack bar: Fast food Open 31/03/2012 - 26/09/2012

• Take-away: Burgers, pizzas, ice creams, roast chicken Open 31/03/2012 - 30/09/2012

• Creperie: Location: Behind the bar Open 15/04/2012 - 13/09/2012

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Bars

• Bar Modern with a lively atmosphere. Open 31/03/2012 Location: Near to reception

Discos

• Family Disco: Open 01/07/2012 - 31/08/2012

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Other

• Animation Team: Sport, dance, cabaret, music & magic shows. Open 01/04/2012 - 31/08/2012
• Television Room: tv
• Games Room: Pinball, billiards and electronic games

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Laundry

• Washers: 18 x machines €4.00 per load
• Dryers: 6 x machines €2.00 per load

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Sanitation

• 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.

First pool

• For: All the family. Open 26/05/2012 - 30/09/2012 (Outdoor)
• Depth: From 1.00m to 1.50m
• Size: 200m2

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Second pool

• For: All the family. Open 26/05/2012 - 30/09/2012 (Indoor - with retractable roof Heated)
• Depth: From 1.00m to 1.50m
• Size: 104m2

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Third pool

• For: Children. Open 26/05/2012 - 30/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
• Depth: From 0.25m to 0.45m
• Size: 45m2

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Fourth pool

• For: Family and Slide/Chute pool. Open 26/05/2012 - 15/09/2012 (Outdoor)
• Depth: From 0.80m to 1.20m
• Size: 70m2
• Waterchutes: Twisty (2 x chutes) Restrictions: Only children older than 10 years. Parents must supervise at all times.
• Waterslides: Straight (1 x slides) Restrictions: There are regulations at the entrance which have to be observed.

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Fifth pool

• For: All the family. Open 26/05/2012 - 30/09/2012 (Outdoor)
• Depth: From 1.60m to 1.60m
• Size: 480m2

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Sixth pool

• For: Children. Open 26/05/2012 - 30/09/2012 (Outdoor)
• Depth: From 0.00m to 0.50m
• Size: 12m2

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Seventh pool

• For: Toddlers. Open 26/05/2012 - 30/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
• Depth: From 0.00m to 1.60m
• Size: 180m2

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Spas

• Jacuzzi
• Solarium Open 31/03/2012 - 26/09/2012

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Extra information

• Lifeguard - High Season
• Lifeguard - Low Season
• Sunloungers (€0.00 charge)
• Sun Terrace
• New for 2009: Aquatic theme park which will feature a wave pool, children's lagoon and heated spa with jacuzzi

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

The following activities are available:

Site Run Children's Activities

Sports, games

Languages spoken: French, English

• Open 01/07/2012 - 31/08/2012

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Watersports

Windsurfing

• Windsurfing not available on the campsite, nearest Windsurfing is 5.00 km from the campsite

Canoeing

• Canoeing not available on the campsite, nearest Canoeing is 12.00 km from the campsite

Rowing Boats

• Rowing Boats not available on the campsite, nearest Rowing Boats is 3.00 km from the campsite

Dinghy Sailing

• Dinghy Sailing not available on the campsite, nearest Dinghy Sailing is 5.00 km from the campsite

Kayaking

• Kayaking not available on the campsite, nearest Kayaking is 12.00 km from the campsite

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Sports

Tennis

• 3 full size courts, Tarmac
• Charge: €8.50 / hour

• Equipment hire available: Yes

Table Tennis

• Open 04/01/2012 - 30/09/2012
• 5 tables

• Equipment hire available: Yes

Football

• 1 five-a-side pitch, Surface: Grass

Squash

• Squash not available on the campsite, nearest squash is 25.00 km from the campsite

Basketball

• Open 31/03/2012 - 26/09/2012
• 2 courts

Volleyball

• Open 31/03/2012 - 26/09/2012
• 3 courts

Beach Volleyball

• Open 04/01/2012 - 26/09/2012

Gymnasium

• Gym not available on the campsite, nearest gym is 2.00 km from the campsite

Quad Biking

• Quad biking not available on the campsite, nearest quad biking is 0.50 km from the campsite

Boules

• Site arranged tournaments available

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Horse Riding

• Supervised: Yes

• Lessons available: Yes

• Helmets available
• €19.00

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Pony-trekking

• Supervised: Yes

• Lessons available: Yes

• Helmets available

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Fishing

• Fishing is not available on the campsite, nearest fishing is 8.00 km from the campsite

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Golf

• No golf course on the campsite, nearest golf course is 4.00 km from the campsite

Driving Range

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Minigolf

• Minigolf not available on the campsite, nearest minigolf is 0.50 km from the campsite

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Playgrounds

• 2 playgrounds

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Cinema

• Open 01/07/2012 - 31/08/2012

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Equipment Hire

Cycle Hire

• Open 31/03/2012 - 30/09/2012
• Adults: €42.00 / week €9.00 / day
• Children: €31.00 / week €8.00 / day
• Mountain Bikes: €42.00 / week €9.00 / day
• helmets available (€2.00)
• child seats available (€3.00)

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Excursions

• Type: Various
• Cost:

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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.

The following local attractions are available:

Nearby

• Nearest beach: Plage Sud Direct access
• Nearest river: 18.0km

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Shopping

• Nearest town/village: Vieux Boucau: 2km

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Places of Interest

• Labenne: 29km
• Dax: 32km
• Bayonne: 44km
• Biarritz: 51km

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Attractions

La Pinede des Singes

La Pinede 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

Ecomusée de la Pêche Aquarium

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

Atlantic Park - Seignosse

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.

Musée de la Mer - Biarritz

Sea life museum.

Adrenaline Parc

Adventure Park - there is a course with tree trails - 40 obstacles from 3 - 10 metres above ground level including 'Tarzan's jump' the 'Monkey Walk' etc. Minimum height including raised arms: 1.80 m (recommended: trainers as footwear). Paint-ball games are also possible from the age of 14 yrs old (goggles are provided). Quad bikes, motorbikes, mountain bikes, mini-quad bikes/motorbikes (for 6 yr olds upwards) can be hired too.

Aquatic Landes

Waterpark

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The following travel details are available:

Airport(s)

• Pau (PUF): 122km
• Biarritz (BTZ): 51km
• Bordeaux (BOD): 152km

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Port(s)

• Bilbao (BIL): 207km
• Santander (SAN): 305km

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Public Transport

• Local Railway: Dax, 30km
• Local Bus Service: Dax, Bayonne, Biarritz, Hossegor, 1.5km

Royan, Gascony and The Pyrenees offer all you could want from gastronomic delights to spectacular scenery and even surfing.

Take a look at some of the local recommendations for days out and activities our customers have shared with us following their holiday at Le Vieux Port.

"About 5 miles away is an Adrenaline Parc, a high rope adventure course with a smaller version for younger children. There's a nice beach at Moliets, also about 5 miles away."
G. Floyd, Hampshire

"We liked Bayonne and thoroughly recommend using the cycle paths. The beach at the site was amazing."
R. Wildman, West Yorkshire

"Bordeaux. It’s a long way but absolutely beautiful. Biarritz is wonderfully sophisticated and the Pyrénées is worth at least one long day trip."
M. Whitton, West Yorkshire

"San Sebastian - a beautiful 1.5 hour drive across to Spain and a lovely beach and town for shopping or tapas, well worth a visit. Bayonne is also a lovely town with lovely people, would definitely go back."
S. Cooper, Surrey

"My husband visited the golf course in Moliets only 20 minutes away, very nice course."
B. Quinn, Netherlands

"Biarritz is lovely, especially when the weather's good! The Chocolate Factory in Bayonne is very good for all ages and the town itself is lovely."
M. Paterson, East Lothian

"Bayonne was well worth a visit and so was Biarritz. Soustons had a nice centre and some good eating places. It's worth hiring bikes to get a different view of the local area."
S. Smith, Angus

"Biarritz and Capbreton are beautiful and well worth a visit. The local market in Vieux Boucau is also brilliant."
J. Droste, Kildare

"Hossegor was nice and the walk around the lake was really lovely."
M. Hewitt, Wiltshire