Le Château des Marais Chambord Site no: LR016

At a Glance

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A charming woodland parc close to the Château de Chambord, arguably the most magnificent of all Loire châteaux.

Set in the spacious grounds of an old stone manor house, the peaceful wooded surroundings make Le Château des Marais an ideal parc for families with young children. The parc retains the atmosphere of an exclusive country estate and features a great waterpark with waterslides, a lazy river and a spacious sun terrace. The restaurant, take-away and shop have all been built of local oak to blend in with the surroundings. Some noise may be heard from the nearby road. The parc is a five minute walk from the village of Muides-sur-Loire. A small indoor spa, sauna, hammam and jacuzzi has been built on the parc, however, there is a small charge.

Setting: Countryside

Opening dates

• Site open 12/05/2012 - 13/09/2012

Pitches

• Number of Pitches: 230

• Shade: Some have some.

• Surface: Grass and dust.

• Tent Privacy: Some of the pitches are separated.

• Mobiles privacy: Some of the pitches are separated.

Keycamp Extras

• Rumble Trucks
• Linen Hire
• Charcoal BBQ provided
• Junior Tents
• Chateaux Notes
• All-terrain Buggy
• Wine Notes
• Cycling Notes

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: €5.00

Dogs

• Are dogs allowed: Yes

• Are dogs allowed in our accommodation: Yes

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

• Must be kept on a leash: Yes

• Maximum number of dogs: 2

Out and about

Six miles away is the Château de Chambord, one of the most extravagant of the Royal palaces along the Loire. The forests and parks are perfect for walks, cycling and picnics. The beautiful Château de Chenonceau is probably the most famous and romantic of all the châteaux, only one hour’s drive away. You should also visit the medieval city of Tours with its fine Gothic cathedral.

The following facilities are available:

Reception

• Languages spoken: French, English, German and Dutch.
• Other services: Fax, telephone cards, currency exchange and local information.
• Internet available
• WiFi available (€2.00)
• Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Shops

• Open 13/05/2012 - 15/09/2012

• Main shop: Open 13/05/2012 - 15/09/2012

Dining

• Restaurant: Typical French restaurant. Location: In the restored manor house out buildings and next to the bar Open 21/05/2012 - 12/09/2012

• Take-away: Pizza, chicken, chips, sausages, steaks, salads Open 13/05/2012 - 14/09/2012

Bars

• Bar Small, French bar. Open 13/05/2012 Location: Behind the pool.

Other

• Animation Team: Quizzes and games. Open 29/05/2012 - 01/09/2012
• Television Room: All French channels.
• Games Room: Pool, car racing, pinball, computer games and table soccer.

Laundry

• Washers: 4 x machines €6.00 per load
• Dryers: 4 x machines €4.00 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 13/05/2012 - 15/09/2012 (Outdoor)
• Depth: From 0.30m to 1.50m
• Size: 280m2

Second pool

• For: All the family. Open 13/05/2012 - 15/09/2012 (Covered)
• Depth: From 0.70m to 2.25m
• Size: 96m2

Third pool

• For: Slide/Chute pool. Open 13/05/2012 - 15/09/2012 (Outdoor)
• Depth: From 1.00m to 1.00m
• Size: 60m2
• Waterchutes: Bendy with high sides (1 x chutes) Restrictions: Small children to be supervised

Fourth pool

• For: Children. Open 13/05/2012 - 15/09/2012 (Covered)
• Depth: From 0.30m to 0.50m
• Size: 20m2

Fifth pool

• For: Slide/Chute pool. Open 13/05/2012 - 15/09/2012 (Outdoor)
• Depth: From 1.00m to 1.00m
• Size: 28m2
• Waterchutes: Bendy with high sides (1 x chutes) Restrictions: Small children to be supervised

Spas

• Sauna Open 13/05/2012 - 15/09/2012. €15 charge is for 2 people for 1 hour (maximum time)
• Jacuzzi Open 13/05/2012 - 15/09/2012
• Spa

Extra information

• Sunloungers (€0.00 charge)
• Sun Terrace

Regulations: Parental supervision required

One of the open air pools has a lazy river

The following activities are available:

Watersports

Canoeing

• Canoeing not available on the campsite, nearest Canoeing is 6.0 km from the campsite

Dinghy Sailing

• Dinghy Sailing not available on the campsite, nearest Dinghy Sailing is 22.0 km from the campsite

Kayaking

• Kayaking not available on the campsite, nearest Kayaking is 6.0 km from the campsite

Sports

Tennis

• Open 07/05/2012 - 15/09/2012
• 1 full size court, Hard court.
• Charge: €10.00 / hour

• Equipment hire available: Yes

Table Tennis

• Open 08/05/2012 - 15/09/2012
• 3 tables

• Equipment hire available: Yes

Football

• 1 five-a-side pitch, Surface: Grass

Badminton

• Open 15/05/2012 - 15/09/2012
• 1 court

Volleyball

• Open 07/09/2012 - 15/09/2012
• 1 court

Gymnasium

• Open 07/05/2012 - 15/09/2012

Horse Riding

Fishing

• Fishing is not available on the campsite, nearest fishing is 3.0 km from the campsite Fresh water fishing (Carp)

Golf

• No golf course on the campsite, nearest golf course is 16.00 km from the campsite

Minigolf

• Charge: €2.50
• 9 holes
• Open 08/05/2012 - 15/09/2012

Playgrounds

• 3 playgrounds

Equipment Hire

Cycle Hire

• Open 13/05/2012 - 15/09/2012
• €17.00 / day
• €14.00 / day
• Mountain Bikes: €17.00 / day
• helmets available
• child seats available (€3.00)

Excursions

• Type: Visit to a wine cellar/tasting trip
• Cost:

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: 1.0km
• Nearest lake: Direct access

Shopping

• Nearest town/village: Muides-sur-Loire: 1km

Places of Interest

• Chenonceau
• Blois: 19km
• Romorantin - Lanthenay: 40km
• Orléans: 50km
• Amboise: 56km
• Tours: 86km
• Le Mans: 129km

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 attractions are the white tigers and pandas. Regular exhibitions feature birds of prey, sea lion shows 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 di 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

Château 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

Musée de l'Artisant 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

Château de Montrichard

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

The following travel details are available:

Airport(s)

• Poitiers (PIS): 185km
• Tours (TUF): 85km

Port(s)

• Zeebrugge (ZEI): 467km
• Caen Ouistreham (CAE): 328km
• Calais Ferry (CAL): 452km
• Cherbourg (CHB): 474km
• Dieppe: 313km
• Le Havre: 317km
• Oostende: 500km
• Roscoff (RSC): 493km
• St Malo (STM): 352km

Public Transport

• Local Railway: Mer, 6km
• Services to: Paris, Tours, Orleans, Blois

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.

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

"Château de Chambord was really good, as was the 8pm visit to see the wild boar and deer from the hides."
B. Robinson, Kent

"We enjoyed visiting Blois, Amboise, Beaugency and Beauval Zoo Parc. Would definitely recommend the Zoo, Amboise, the House of Magic in Blois and the sound and light show at the château in Blois. Chambord too was lovely."
J. McDevitt, Co. Antrim

"Blois was fantastic, especially the House of Magic and the Saturday market. Château de Chambord was great too, and we all loved canoeing at St Dye… Hard work but great fun!"
J. Whitehead, Merseyside

"We went to Château de Chambord which was huge which the kids loved to run around. It was well worth stopping at the viewing stations in the country park around the château, we saw deer and wild boar. Blois was a lovely, typically French town with old houses and squares. We also enjoyed its château and the sword fighting display in the afternoon - every child there thought it was real!"
C. Hawkins, Hertfordshire

"We enjoyed strolling around Blois, cycling to Château de Chambord and around the village local to the parc, picking wild flowers."
R. Pool, Hertfordshire

"There were many small medieval towns and villages that we enjoyed cycling through. Beaugency was really lovely with lots of restaurants, as is Blois - lots of pedestrianised areas, plants and gardens. I would also recommend you take a canoe and view from the river. Cycling along the River Loire was amazing."
S. Holmes, East Sussex

"We visited local villages by bicycle - the cycle routes are very good and the cycle maps are excellent. Regular rides past Château de Chambord were never a chore - a wonderful sight - and the viewing stations where you can see the red deer, boar and wild sheep grazing in their natural surroundings are just brilliant (and free!). The show at the château was well worth the money and was the only time my 2 year old grandson sat still! He was enthralled by it all."
M. Pearson, Oxfordshire

"Château de Chambord was stunning - too much to see in one day. Saumur is a beautiful town; friendly and a great place to buy your wine!"
G. Martin, West Sussex