Le Ruisseau Biarritz Site no: GA015

At a Glance

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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.

Only conventional swimwear, such as swimming trunks are allowed in the pool.

Setting: Beach

Opening dates

• Mobiles open 19/05/2012 - 08/09/2012

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

Exceptions

• Max. 6 per tent
• Max. 8 per mobile home
• Charcoal barbecue: provided

Vehicles

• Maximum number of vehicles: 1

Dogs

• Are dogs allowed: Yes

• Are dogs allowed in our accommodation: Yes

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

• Must be kept on a leash: Yes

• Maximum number of dogs: 2

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.

The following facilities are available:

Reception

• Languages spoken: Spanish, English, Dutch, French, German
• Other services: Travellers cheques, internet and phone cards, fax machines, stamps, post box etc.
• Internet available
• WiFi available (€3.00)
• Credit cards accepted: Visa and Mastercard
• ID Cards or bracelets given on arrival

Shops

• Open 19/05/2012 - 16/09/2012

• Main shop: Open 19/05/2012 - 16/09/2012

Dining

• Restaurant: Modern, family, canteen style restaurant. Also open 12:00 - 14:00 at weekends along with main bar and take-away.. Location: Next to mini market, behind campsite reception Open 19/05/2012 - 04/09/2012

• Snack bar: Hot dogs, burgers ,sandwiches, crepes, drinks Open 01/06/2012 - 04/09/2012

• Take-away: All restaurant meals can be take-away. Open 01/06/2012 - 04/09/2012

Bars

• Bar Fairly large with the same décor as the dining area. Also open 12:00 - 14:00 at weekends along with restaurant and take-away. Open 19/05/2012 Location: Behind the site reception.
• Bar Open 21/05/2012 Location: Next to the pool with slides

Other

• Animation Team: Clowns, parties, live bands. Also quizzes, concerts, sports, games and bouncy castles.. Open 01/07/2012 - 31/08/2012
• Television Room: French
• Games Room: Pinball, pool and table football.

Laundry

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

Sanitation

• 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.

First pool

• For: All the family. Open 19/05/2012 - 16/09/2012 (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 19/05/2012 - 16/09/2012 (Covered Heated)
• Depth: From 0.60m to 1.87m
• Size: 180m2

Spas

• Sauna Open 19/05/2012 - 16/09/2012. Charge is €2.00 in the morning and €4.00 in the afternoon (July and August) and includes the use of the covered pool. Tickets are sold at reception and collected at the entrance to the spa. All children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Maximum 4 persons. Weekly pass available for €25.00.
• Whirlpool
• Jacuzzi Open 19/05/2012 - 16/09/2012
• Spa . Outdoor Balneo spa complex - massages available Entrance charge is €2.00 in the morning and €4.00 in the afternoon (July and August) and includes the use of the covered pool but not spa treatments. Tickets are sold at reception and collected at the entrance to the spa. All children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Weekly pass available for €25.00
• Solarium . Solarium not available on the campsite, nearest solarium is 2.5 km from the campsite.

Extra information

• Lifeguard - High Season
• Sunloungers (€0.00 charge)
• Sun Terrace
• No smoking, radios, mobile phones, picnics or dogs, Pool bands required in high season

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

The following activities are available:

Site Run Children's Activities

Sports, Painting and Games.

Languages spoken: French, Dutch and English.

• Open 01/07/2012 - 31/08/2012

Watersports

Windsurfing

• Windsurfing not available on the campsite, nearest Windsurfing is 10.0 km from the campsite

Canoeing

• Canoeing not available on the campsite, nearest Canoeing is 10.0 km from the campsite

Rowing Boats

• Rowing Boats not available on the campsite, nearest Rowing Boats is 10.0 km from the campsite

Dinghy Sailing

• Dinghy Sailing not available on the campsite, nearest Dinghy Sailing is 10.0 km from the campsite

Kayaking

• Kayaking not available on the campsite, nearest Kayaking is 10.0 km from the campsite

Sports

Tennis

• Open 19/05/2012 - 16/09/2012
• 1 full size court, Concrete
• Charge: €6.50 / hour

• Equipment hire available: Yes

Table Tennis

• Open 19/05/2012 - 16/09/2012
• 7 tables

• Equipment hire available: Yes

Football

• Surface: Grass

Badminton

• Open 21/05/2012 - 18/09/2012
• 1 court

Squash

• Squash not available on the campsite, nearest squash is 10.0 km from the campsite

Basketball

• Open 19/05/2012 - 16/09/2012
• Concrete

Volleyball

• Open 19/05/2012 - 16/09/2012
• 1 court

Jogging

• More of an assault course

Beach volleyball

• Open 21/05/2012 - 18/09/2012
• Beach volleyball not available on the campsite, nearest beach volleyball is 3.0 km from the campsite

Gymnasium

• Open 19/05/2012 - 16/09/2012
• Charge: €4.00 / hour

Boules

• Site arranged tournaments available

Abseiling

• Abseiling not available on the campsite, nearest abseiling is 26 km from the campsite

Horse Riding

Fishing

• Open 19/05/2012 - 16/09/2012
• 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

Minigolf

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

Playgrounds

• 1 playground

Equipment Hire

Cycle Hire

• Open 19/05/2012 - 16/09/2012
• helmets available
• child seats available

Excursions

• Type: Rafting, canoeing and quad biking

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: Bidart 3km
• Nearest river:
• 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

The following travel details are available:

Airport(s)

• Biarritz (BTZ): 7km
• Bordeaux (BOD): 190km
• Bilbao (BIL): 138km
• Pau (PUF): 118km

Port(s)

• Bilbao (BIL): 139km
• Santander (SAN): 236km

Public Transport

• Local Railway: Biarritz, 5km
• Services to: Bayonne, Paris and Bordeaux to the north and St. Jean-de-Luz and Spain to the south

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 Ruisseau.

"We loved white water rafting with Evasion and loved the pontoons and the confetti festival at St Jean de Luz. There was a great tree-top activity park at St Pée de Nivelle and the beach near to the Pavillion Hotel is great for body boarding and rock pooling - we saw an octopus in them. San Sebastian is beautiful and we enjoyed walking up to the monument. A walk along the coast to Guéthary is a good evening activity, especially when the night market is on."
N. Bedford, Dorset

"Hossegor is very classy! There's a choice of seaside beach or a lake beach for smaller children. Bidart was very friendly with nice restaurants and excellent beaches and a nice evening market on a Thursday. The Musée de la Mer in Biarritz is good if it rains and there is lots of good cycling on safe roads in the area."
D. Gara, Lancashire

"San Sebastian in Spain was a highlight with its old town and tapas bars. Avoid the afternoon siesta though if you want to shop and fill up with petrol while you're there as it's much cheaper! St Jean de Luz was excellent with its superb free park and ride."
M. Leabon, Northamptonshire

"The little train up La Rhune in the Pyrénées was a long wait with big queues but well worth it, the views are stunning. St Jean de Luz was beautiful. There are some lovely beaches in the area, especially the one at Bidart with the surf school and cliff. Biarritz is also very nice."
A. Brightman, Northamptonshire

"Biarritz was superb. The daily indoor market is great and you can get a nice, cheap coffee there. The beach at Il Biarritz near the new surfing centre is superb, free parking nearby and a café and 2 restaurants as well. St Jean de Luz is also fab with a great daily indoor market, especially for fresh fish at weekends and there's a good café in the docks with a great 3 course meal for €11. You can buy fresh fish from the tents near the café - we bought a live crab and boiled it back at the parc, it was the best we have ever had. San Sebastian is a must with great Tapas bars. Espelette is also worth a tour inland for the chilli, it's a nice village and best to go on market day. In general the area is unspoilt and the coastline is lovely."
M. Lomas, Lancashire