L'Etang de la Brèche Saumur Site no: LR013

At a Glance

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A delightful, family-run Castels parc, in a peaceful rural setting opposite the River Loire.

Camping L’Etang de la Brèche is five miles from the market town of Saumur. With an upmarket country club atmosphere the parc is extremely well maintained by the owners. There are also spacious grounds for children to explore and a swimming pool complex with four pools surrounded by a pleasant sun terrace. Beautiful old stone buildings surround a courtyard housing a shop, oakbeamed bar and elegant conservatory restaurant. Local trains can sometimes be heard from the parc.

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

Setting: Countryside

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Opening dates

• Mobiles open 12/05/2012 - 08/09/2012

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Pitches

• Number of Pitches: 201

• Shade: Some have some.

• Surface: Grass and dust

• Tent Privacy: Some of the pitches are separated.

• Mobiles privacy: Some of the pitches are separated.

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Keycamp Extras

• Linen Hire
• Charcoal BBQ provided
• Wine Notes
• Chateaux Notes

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Important information

Exceptions

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

Vehicles

• Are vehicles allowed on pitches: Yes

• Maximum number of vehicles: 1

• Extra Vehicle Charge: €4.00

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

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Out and about

This area is famous for its excellent wine, grown on the banks of the Loire, and is also well known for its mushroom caves and troglodyte houses built into limestone cliffs. The zoo at Doué-la-Fontaine has many wild animals roaming free and is extremely popular with families.

The following facilities are available:

Reception

• Languages spoken: French, English, Dutch, German
• Other services: Phone card, fax, stamps, post box, bike hire, minigolf hire, fridge hire, washer/dryer tokens, local information.
• Internet available
• WiFi available (€8.00)
• Credit cards accepted: Visa and Mastercard

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Shops

• Open 28/04/2012 - 15/09/2012

• Main shop: Open 28/04/2012 - 15/09/2012

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Dining

• Restaurant: Traditional, family atmosphere Location: Overlooking the pool Open 28/04/2012 - 15/09/2012

• Take-away: Grills, pizza’s or hamburgers Open 28/04/2012 - 15/09/2012

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Bars

• Bar Small and traditional Open 28/04/2012 Location: Next to restaurant.

Discos

• Children's Disco: Open 08/07/2012 - 24/08/2012

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Other

• Animation Team: Mainly sports activities. Open 08/07/2012 - 24/08/2012
• Television Room: tv
• Games Room: Video games, pinball and table football.

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Laundry

• Washers: 6 x machines €4.00 per load
• Dryers: 2 x machines €2.00 per load

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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: Toddlers. Open 20/05/2012 - 02/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
• Depth: From 0.10m to 0.30m
• Size: 61m2

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Second pool

• For: All the family. Open 20/05/2012 - 02/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
• Depth: From 0.40m to 1.20m
• Size: 225m2

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Third pool

• For: All the family. Open 20/05/2012 - 02/09/2012 (Covered with retractable roof Heated)
• Depth: From 1.50m to 1.50m
• Size: 113m2

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Fourth pool

• For: Slide/Chute pool. Open 20/05/2012 - 02/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
• Depth: From 0.90m to 1.10m
• Size: 80m2
• Waterchutes: Twisty with high sides and passes under the slide (1 x chutes) Restrictions: Supervision is compulsory, only children older than 8
• Waterslides: Narrow with a small bump in the middle (3 x slides) Restrictions: Minimum size 1.20m supervised by parents

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Extra information

• Sunloungers (€0.00 charge)
• Sun Terrace

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

The following activities are available:

Site Run Children's Activities

Sports and Crafts

Languages spoken: Major EU languages

• Open 08/07/2012 - 24/08/2012

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Watersports

Windsurfing

• Windsurfing not available on the campsite, nearest Windsurfing is 10.00 km from the campsite

Canoeing

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

Dinghy Sailing

• Dinghy Sailing not available on the campsite, nearest Dinghy Sailing is 6.00 km from the campsite

Kayaking

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

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Sports

Tennis

• Open 13/05/2012 - 11/09/2012
• 2 full size courts, Synthetic
• Charge: €8.00 / hour

• Equipment hire available: Yes

Table Tennis

• Open 13/05/2012 - 11/09/2012
• 4 tables

Football

• 1 five-a-side pitch

Badminton

• Open 08/05/2012 - 12/09/2012
• 1 court

Basketball

• Open 13/05/2012 - 11/09/2012
• 1 size court, Synthetic grass

Volleyball

• 1 court

Boules

• Site arranged tournaments available

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Horse Riding

• Supervised: Yes

• Helmets available

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Pony-trekking

• Supervised: Yes

• Helmets available

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Fishing

• Open 13/05/2012 - 11/09/2012
• Fresh water fishing (Carp, catfish, zander)

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Golf

• No golf course on the campsite, nearest golf course is 13.50 km from the campsite

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Minigolf

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Playgrounds

• 4 playgrounds

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Equipment Hire

Cycle Hire

• Open 28/04/2012 - 15/09/2012
• Adults: €50.00 / week €12.00 / day
• Children: €35.00 / week €10.00 / day
• helmets available
• child seats available
• Cycle hire not available on the campsite, nearest cycle hire is 7.00 km from the campsite

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Specialist Activities

• Painting on ceramics

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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 river: 300meters
• Nearest lake: Direct access

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Shopping

• Nearest town/village: Saumur: 6km

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Places of Interest

• Saumur
• Chinon: 21km
• Tours: 56km
• Angers: 72km
• Le Mans: 128km
• Orleans: 184km

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Attractions

Futuroscope

Futuroscope is the European theme park of the moving image. It is both fun and educational and the futuristic buildings house many attractions. Almost 25 million visitors since 1987. 140,000 miles of film are projected each year. An excellent selection of services including many restaurants, baby changing, cash machines, parking, shops etc.

Zoo de Doué-la-Fontaine

Zoo set in 10 hectares of land, with approximately 500 animals.

Le Puy du Fou

A reconstruction of an 18th century village with villagers in costume. The ruins of a 13th century chateau where you can watch a fabulous falconry display or see the Vikings at war. You can spend hours wandering the grounds and gardens. The evening show is an incredible open-air night show with 850 people and 50 horsemen.

Musee des Blindes

This museum celebrates the history of the tank from 1917 to today. There are over 800 tanks and military vehicles from all over the world of which 200 are in working condition.

Chateau d'Usse (Sleeping Beauty)

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.

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.

Rochemenier

Rochemenier is a troglodyte (cave dwelling) village. Two ancient farms containing several hundred agricultural implements and pieces of furniture. An underground chapel and troglodyte house which demonstrates how it is still possible to live in this kind of dwelling. Guided tours available.

Wine Museum Chinon

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

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The following travel details are available:

Airport(s)

• Poitiers (PIS): 104km
• Tours (TUF): 66km
• Angers Airport: 55km
• Nantes (NTE): 170km

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Port(s)

• Caen Ouistreham (CAE): 281km
• Cherbourg (CHB): 400km
• Dieppe: 384km
• Le Havre: 332km
• Roscoff (RSC): 419km
• St Malo (STM): 277km

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Public Transport

• Local Railway: Saumur, 6km
• Services to: Paris, Lyon, Nantes 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.