Parc de Fierbois Tours Site no: LR015

At a Glance

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• Lively
• Lively
• Near lake
• Cycling
• Football
• Gym
• Other sports

A spacious, lakeside parc, partly set in idyllic woodland, offering activities for all the family.

Parc de Fierbois is set in 250 acres of wooded parkland surrounding a private château. This Castels parc is one mile from the village of St Catherine de Fierbois, and ideally placed for visiting the region’s châteaux. The facilities include a waterpark and lakeside covered pool. From the adjacent lakeside beach you can hire pedalos and canoes in July and August. Music from the parc bar can sometimes be heard. A spacious, recently developed poolside bar complex provides entertainment for all the family in high season.

Setting: Countryside

Star Rating: 4

Opening dates

Mobiles open 24/04/2010 - 02/10/2010

Pitches

Number of Pitches: 320

Shade: Some have some.

Surface: Grass, dust and gravel

Mobiles privacy: No separation

Keycamp Extras

Linen Hire
Walking Notes
Cycling Notes
Charcoal BBQ provided
Wine Notes
Chateaux Notes

Important information

Vehicles

Are vehicles allowed on pitches: Yes

Maximum number of vehicles: 1

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 Prestiges and Vistas

Out and about

The lovely château of Azay-le-Rideau is only thirty minutes away by car. This ‘fairy-tale’ castle has a 'son et lumière' performance depicting its history. The medieval city of Tours has shops, superb restaurants and a fine Gothic cathedral. Visit a local wine cellar or vineyard, or perhaps hire bikes to explore a little further afield.

The following facilities are available:

Reception

Languages spoken: English, French, Dutch and German

Other services: Phone cards, stamps, post box, washing and drying tokens Internet available WiFi available (€10.00) Credit cards accepted: Visa and Mastercard

Shops

Supermarket: Details not known Open 10/05/2010 - 10/09/2010

Main shop: Details not known Open 10/05/2010 - 10/09/2010

Giftshop: Open 04/07/2010 - 29/08/2010

Dining

Restaurant: Bistro style Location: Overlooking the children's play area Open 18/05/2010 - 09/09/2010

Take-away: Chips, sausages, burgers, chicken and the dish of the day from the restaurant menu Open 18/05/2010 - 09/09/2010

Pizzeria: Location: Next to the restaurant Open 18/05/2010 - 09/09/2010

Bars

Bar Large and modern Open 18/05/2010 Location: Next to the pool

Other

Animation Team: Children's Club, sports competitions, karaoke, talent shows, dicos, bingo and keep fit. Open 15/05/2010 - 27/08/2010

Television Room: satellite tv

Games Room: Pinball, pool and arcade games

Laundry

Washers: 7 x machines €4.50 per load

Dryers: 3 x machines €3.00 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: All the family. Open 10/05/2010 - 10/09/2010 (Outdoor)

Depth: From 0.00m to 1.60m

Size: 700m2

Waterchutes: Twisty chute that goes into the plunge pool part of the main pool complex (1 x chutes) Restrictions: Children must be older than 8 and taller than 1 metre

Waterslides: Straight slide into the plunge pool part of main pool complex (1 x slides) Restrictions: Children must be older than 8

Second pool

For: Family. Open 18/05/2010 - 11/09/2010 (Indoor Heated)

Depth: From 0.80m to 1.60m

Size: 100m2

Third pool

For: Children (Outdoor)

Depth: From 0.00m to 0.30m

Size: 10m2

Extra information

Sunloungers
Sun Terrace

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

The following activities are available:

Site Run Children's Activities

Arts and crafts, face painting, games and sports

Languages spoken: English, French

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

Watersports

Canoeing

Pedalos

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

Hire charge: €8.00

Sports

Tennis

2 full size courts, All weather

Equipment hire available: Yes

Table Tennis

7 tables

Football

1 five-a-side pitch, Surface: Grass

Badminton

Open 17/05/2010 - 09/09/2010

1 court

Basketball

Open 17/05/2010 - 09/09/2010

1 size court

Volleyball

Open 17/05/2010 - 09/09/2010

1 court

Jogging

Skateboard/rollerskating

Skate park

Beach Volleyball

Open 17/05/2010 - 09/09/2010

Equipment hire available: Yes

Gymnasium

Open 17/05/2010 - 09/09/2010

Archery

Open 01/06/2010 - 29/08/2010

Equipment hire available: Yes

Boules

Site arranged tournaments available

Fishing

Open 17/05/2010 - 09/09/2010

Fresh water fishing( Carp, catfish, perch, roach, pike)

Golf

No golf course on the campsite, nearest golf course is 30.00 km from the campsite

Playgrounds

2 playgrounds

Equipment Hire

Cycle Hire

€15.00 / day

€12.00 / day

helmets available

child seats available

Specialist Activities

Tree acrobatic circuit

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: Ste Maure de Touraine: 7km

Places of Interest

Chinon: 30km
Tours: 40km
Amboise: 62km
Saumur: 64km
Le Mans: 129km

Attractions

Aquarium de Touraine

Aquarium with plenty to see for the children. Touch tank and feeding shows with crocodiles. Shop, restaurant, bar and picnic area.

Futuroscope

Futuroscope is the European theme park of the moving image. It is both fun and educational and the futuristic buildings house many attractions. 140,000 miles of film are projected each year. An excellent selection of services including many restaurants, baby changing, cash machines, parking, shops etc.

Chateau d'Usse

Château d' Ussé was the inspiration for the tale of Sleeping Beauty. Situated on the edge of the forest of Chinon, the present château was built in the 15th century. Gothic and Renaissance architecture. The old chapel and large gallery house many 11th century tapestries.

Château de Villandry

Villandry is an elegant castle from the Renaissance period (1536 completion). This castle is also famous for the magical beauty of its gardens. The property and gardens are majestic and full of harmony.

Chateau de Chenonceau

Built in 1513 on the river Cher, it is one of the finest châteaux in the Loire with outstanding architecture. The château is home to fine collections of Renaissance furniture, 16th,17th centuries tapestries and a great number of masterpieces. 70 Hectares of parks and gardens for walks.

Abbaye de Fontevraud

Built at the end of the 11th Century. Before the French Revolution it was the most important and richest Abbey in France. Served as a prison between 1804-1965. Now home to the cultural centre for the west of France. Surrounded by beautiful gardens.

Château Azay-le-Rideau

Built on an island by the Indre River in the early 16th Century. The castle is a mixture of two great styles - French and Italian Renaissance. The interior is preserved as a renaissance museum. It houses a collection of 16th and 17th Century Flemish tapestries

Château de Chinon

Château de Chinon is mostly in ruins but is impressive for the views it offers over the Vienne valley. Visited by Joan of Arc to persuade Charles VII to regain his Kingdom. Richard the Lionheart died here in 1199

Wine Museum

Museum dedicated to all aspects of wine making

Zoo de Beauval

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

Château de Montrichard

Visit the 11th century château ruins in the tourist town of Montrichard

Wine Museum Chinon

Situated in a wine cellar, this museum explains the process of winemaking through miniature models. Wine tasting included in the entrance fee

The following travel details are available:

Airport(s)

Poitiers airport: 80km

Tours airport: 39km

Limoges airport: 176km

Port(s)

Caen: 284km

Cherbourg: 404km

Dieppe: 408km

Le Havre: 336km

Roscoff: 483km

St Malo: 341km

Public Transport

Local Railway: Noyant-de-Touraine, 10km

Services to: Tours, Paris, Poitiers

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.