Parc des Alicourts Pierrefitte-sur-Sauldre Site no: LR014

At a Glance

• F
• Action and Adventure
• Action and Adventure
• Golf course
• Near lake
• Football
• Gym
• Other sports

A beautiful, spacious parkland parc with a large lake and waterpark.

Three miles from historic Pierrefitte-sur-Sauldre, this family run parc is ideal for an off-the-beaten-track holiday. Facilities include superb sporting equipment, an outstanding adventure play area, and impressive waterpark. You can swim in the large lake or hire a pedalo, then relax at the sandy lakeside beach where there is also a beach bar providing stunning views across the lake and pool complex. Evening entertainment may be heard from the parc bar. The parc features a Balneo therapy wellness centre, including sauna, massage, Turkish bath and hydro-massage. Customers staying for 3 days or more get 1 free session during low season (chargeable during all of July & August and last week of June).

Setting: Lakeside

Star Rating: 4

Opening dates

Mobiles open 15/05/2010 - 04/09/2010

Pitches

Number of Pitches: 496

Shade: Some have some.

Surface: Grass and dust.

Mobiles privacy: Some of the pitches are separated.

Keycamp Extras

Linen Hire
Charcoal BBQ provided
Wine Notes
Chateaux Notes
All-terrain Buggy
Free Canoe Hire

Important information

Vehicles

Maximum number of vehicles: 1

Extra Vehicle Charge: €7.00

Dogs

Are dogs allowed: No

Out and about

Discover the châteaux of the Loire, the closest being the Château de la Ferté St-Aubin, nine miles south of Orléans. The nearest shopping centre is at Lamotte-Beuvron, ten miles away. Visit Romorantin-Lanthenay, a market town with half-timbered houses, or one of the many vineyards in the local area. The Zoo Park Beauval is a marvellous day out with ‘Bird of Prey’ and ‘Sea Lion’ shows.

The following facilities are available:

Reception

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

Other services: Currency exchange, card phones, post box, stamps Internet available WiFi available Credit cards accepted: All but American Express

Shops

Minimarket: Details not known Open 28/04/2010 - 08/09/2010

Main shop: Details not known Open 28/04/2010 - 08/09/2010

Dining

Restaurant: Large and traditional. Location: Behind the reception Open 28/04/2010 - 07/09/2010

Take-away: Hamburgers, chicken, vegetables, salads, pizzas etc. Open 28/04/2010 - 07/09/2010

Bars

Bar A large bar with music and games Open 28/04/2010 Location: Next to the lake

Discos

Family Disco: Open 13/05/2010 - 07/09/2010

Children's Disco: Open 14/05/2010 - 07/09/2010

Other

Animation Team: Sports tournaments and various family activities. Cabaret in the evenings for adults. Mini-disco and mini-show for children in the evenings.. Open 06/05/2010 - 07/09/2010

Television Room: satellite tv

Games Room: Racing, pool, table soccer, arcade games

Laundry

Washers: 6 x machines €6.00 per load

Dryers: 5 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.

First pool

For: Plunge pool. Open 28/04/2010 - 08/09/2010 (Outdoor Heated)

Depth: From 0.80m to 1.70m

Size: 130m2

Waterchutes: Chute has one major bend in itRestrictions: Forbidden for people who cannot swim

Waterslides: High sided and fairly straight (1 x slides)

Second pool

For: All the family. Open 28/04/2010 - 07/09/2010 (Outdoor)

Depth: From 0.20m to 1.70m

Size: 200m2

Third pool

For: Toddlers. Open 28/04/2010 - 07/09/2010 (Outdoor Heated)

Depth: From 0.15m to 0.50m

Size: 130m2

Waterslides: A fairly straight slide (3 x slides) Restrictions: Children under 10yrs old not allowed

Fourth pool

For: All the family. Open 28/04/2010 - 08/09/2010 (Outdoor)

Depth: From 0.00m to 1.80m

Size: 400m2

Fifth pool

For: Balneo centre. Open 28/04/2010 - 08/09/2010 (Indoor)

Waterslides:

2 x slides. Open 28/04/2010 - 08/09/2010

Waterchutes:

1 x chutes. Open 28/04/2010 - 08/09/2010

Spas

Jacuzzi Open 28/04/2010 - 07/09/2010

Spa Open 28/04/2010 - 07/09/2010. The large indoor lagoon is surrounded by beaches and a terrace. Bay windows look out over the Parc des Alicourts lake and stream. The Senso Balneo Centre is reserved for the over 18s although there is a special time set aside for families with children From 28/04 to 29/06 and 01/09 to 07/09/10 charge is €8 per adult and from 30/06 to 31/08/10 €12 per adult. Five day passes are available for €30 in low season and €45 in high season. Children have access only if accompanied by one of their parents (max 1 adult for 2 chlidren). See reception for opening times. 28/04 - 29/06 and 01/09 - 30/06/10 children under 8 yrs free, 8 yrs and over €2, parents €3. From 30/06 - 31/08/10 children under 8 yrs free, 8 yrs and over €3, parents €4. Entries are strictly limited. For safety reasons during this 'Family time', all the activities such as anatomich benches, jacuzzi, sauna, Turkish bath are stopped and closed. Parents are in charge of their children. Access conditions 16 to 18 year-olds are welcome in the Senso Balneo Spa if accompanied by a parent. Swimwear is compulsory (shorts and Bermuda shorts are forbidden for men).

Solarium Open 28/04/2010 - 07/09/2010. For over 18 yrs only. €12 charge is for entry to the Senso Balneo centre

Extra information

Lifeguard - High Season
Lifeguard - Low Season
Sunloungers
Sun Terrace

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

There are no children's clubs available at this location.

The following activities are available:

Site Run Children's Activities

Discos, sports and quizzes.

Languages spoken: English, French and Dutch.

Open 28/04/2010 - 07/09/2010

Watersports

Canoeing

Open 28/04/2010 - 07/09/2010

Hire charge: €10.00

Pedalos

Open 28/04/2010 - 07/09/2010

Hire charge: €8.00

Rowing Boats

Open 28/04/2010 - 07/09/2010

Hire charge: €10.00

Kayaking

Sports

Tennis

Open 28/04/2010 - 07/09/2010

1 full size court, All weather

Charge: €10.00 / hour

Equipment hire available: Yes

Table Tennis

3 tables

Equipment hire available: Yes

Football

Surface: Grass

Basketball

Open 28/04/2010 - 07/09/2010

1 size court, All weather

Skateboard/rollerskating

Allocated area with a tarmac surface and 5 jumps.

Beach Volleyball

Open 28/05/2010 - 08/09/2010

Gymnasium

Open 28/04/2010 - 07/09/2010

Charge: €12.00 / hour

Archery

Open 14/07/2010 - 07/09/2010

Equipment hire available: Yes

Boules

Site arranged tournaments available

Fishing

Open 28/04/2010 - 07/09/2010

Fresh water fishing( Carp, gudgeon and some pike. Fishing part of the lake is 2 hectares)

A permit is required

Charge: €2.50 /

Golf

9 Hole Golf Course

Charge per round: €12.00

Club hire available: €3.00

Charge of €2 if ball is lost

Club hire available

Open 28/04/2010 - 07/09/2010

Driving Range

Club hire available: €3.00

Club hire available

Open 28/04/2010 - 07/09/2010

Minigolf

Open 28/04/2010 - 07/09/2010

Playgrounds

2 playgrounds

Equipment Hire

Cycle Hire

Open 28/04/2010 - 07/09/2010

Adults: €55.00 / week €12.00 / day

Children: €45.00 / week €9.00 / day

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.

The following local attractions are available:

Nearby

Nearest river: Direct access

Nearest lake: Direct access

Shopping

Nearest town/village: Lamotte Beuvron: 16km

Places of Interest

Romorantin-Lanthenay: 59km
Orleans: 63km
Tours: 147km
Le Mans: 200km

Attractions

Zoo de Beauval

Situated in the heart of the Loire valley, this is one of the best zoos in France. A great selection of animals to view, but the main attraction is the white tigers. Regular exhibitions feature birds of prey and feeding the animals

Château de Chambord

The Château of Chambord is one of the loveliest Renaissance buildings in the Loire. It was completed in 1547 and there is evidence to suggest that Leonardo da Vinci assisted in its design. Surrounded by walls of 22 miles, the chateau has 440 rooms and stables to accommodate 1200 horses. The park is over 5000 hectares in size.

Museum of Sorcery

Discover the historical world of witchcraft from the middle ages to the 19th century. A journey through an astonishing 1200m2 of maze haunted by mythical characters and beasts of the countryside. Gift shop and picnic area. Allow 1 hour for a visit

Radio and Astronomy Station

A visit to the Radio and Astronomy station will enlighten you on the history and technical and scientific aspects of astronomy. The exhibitions are interactive with a planetarium display at intervals through the day. A guided tour lasts 30 minutes. Planetarium lasts 30 minutes

Musée de l'Artisan Rural Ancien

Take a step back into history and discover hundreds of ancient tools depicting traditional skills and crafts

Parc Floral de la Source

The park's most famous attraction is the vast expanse of flower beds. The park also has emus, peacocks and flamingos as well as deer in the woodland areas. A small train runs 20 minute trips around the park. There is a large restaurant, a playground and minigolf

Open afternoons only in low season.

The following travel details are available:

Airport(s)

Paris Orly Airport: 178km

Tours airport: 168km

Port(s)

Zeebrugge: 485km

Caen: 372km

Calais: 469km

Cherbourg: 491km

Dieppe: 330km

Le Havre: 334km

Oostende: 450km

St Malo: 423km

Public Transport

Local Railway: Lamotte Beuvron, 15km

Services to: Paris and Tours

Also known as the garden of France, the Loire Valley is famous for its flowers, rolling countryside and vineyards. The home of over a hundred enchanting chateaux, the Loire Valley is the perfect place to explore turrets, towers and magnificent ornamental gardens. Le Grand Park du Foy offers an action-packed journey through time. Futuroscope has a theme park, 360 degree cinemas and amazing shows.