Bel La Tranche sur Mer Site no: VS017

At a Glance

Customer Rating

A popular, family-run parc next to the longest beach in the Vendée - ideal for younger children.

Camping Bel is a small parc, just a short stroll from La Tranche-sur-Mer, with a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. The gently shelving beach nearby is quite superb and is ideal for swimming, windsurfing or simply relaxing. Poplar trees provide shade throughout, making the parc a popular choice. The facilities on-parc are extremely well maintained and you can spend long care free days relaxing on the sun terrace by the attractive pool. The sports facilities include half tennis courts and an outdoor fitness course.

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

Setting: Beach

Opening dates

• Site open 26/05/2012 - 03/09/2012

Pitches

• Number of Pitches: 200

• 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
• All-terrain Buggy
• Cycling Notes

Important information

Exceptions

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

Vehicles

• Are vehicles allowed on pitches: Yes

• Maximum number of vehicles: 1

Dogs

• Are dogs allowed: No

Out and about

The Vendée is an ideal place to try your hand at watersports or sea fishing. La Tranche sur Mer is an attractive holiday resort boasting the longest southfacing beach in the Vendée. Further afield, a trip to the ancient port of La Rochelle, with its narrow streets and fortified harbour is a must. Just 300m from the parc, there is a new waterpark with indoor and outdoor pools (there is a charge for entry).

The following facilities are available:

Reception

• Languages spoken: French, English and German.
• Other services: Fax machine, post box and internet access.
• Internet available
• WiFi available
• Credit cards accepted: Visa

Shops

• There is no shop on site however a bread van visits the site around 0800 each morning.

Dining

• Take-away: Open 26/05/2012 - 04/09/2012

Bars

• Bar Small bar with two large TV screens. One for sport and one for music. Open 26/05/2012 Location: Next to the swimming pool.

Other

• Animation Team: Clowns, magic show, cinema.. Open 26/05/2012 - 04/09/2012
• Television Room: tv
• Games Room: Pool, babyfoot, video games and pinball.

Laundry

• Washers: 3 x machines €6.00 per load
• Dryers: 4 x machines €2.00 per load

Sanitation

• Baby Baths
• Baby Changing Facilities
• 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 26/05/2012 - 04/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
• Depth: From 0.40m to 1.70m
• Size: 200m2

Second pool

• For: Children. Open 26/05/2012 - 04/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
• Depth: From 0.40m to 0.50m
• Size: 21m2

Spas

• Sauna . Sauna not available on the campsite, nearest sauna is 0.2 km from the campsite.
• Jacuzzi Open 27/05/2012 - 01/09/2012

Extra information

• Sun Terrace

Regulations: Shorts not allowed, Parental supervision required, No suncream allowed

The following activities are available:

Watersports

Windsurfing

• Windsurfing not available on the campsite, nearest Windsurfing is 1.5 km from the campsite

Dinghy Sailing

• Dinghy Sailing not available on the campsite, nearest Dinghy Sailing is 0.5 km from the campsite

Kayaking

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

Sports

Tennis

• Open 27/05/2012 - 02/09/2012
• 1 half size court, Tarmac
• Charge: €2.00 / hour

• Equipment hire available: Yes

Table Tennis

• Open 27/05/2012 - 02/09/2012
• 2 tables

Football

• Football not available on the campsite, nearest football is 0.3 km from the campsite

Badminton

• Open 27/05/2012 - 02/09/2012
• 1 court
• Charge: €2.00 / hour

• Equipment hire available: Yes

Basketball

• Open 27/05/2012 - 02/09/2012
• Tarmac

Beach volleyball

• Beach volleyball not available on the campsite, nearest beach volleyball is 0.5 km from the campsite

Gymnasium

• Open 26/05/2012

Quad biking

• Quad biking not available on the campsite, nearest quad biking is 0.3 km from the campsite

Horse Riding

Fishing

• Fishing is not available on the campsite, nearest fishing is 0.5 km from the campsite

Golf

• No golf course on the campsite, nearest golf course is 24.00 km from the campsite

Driving Range

Minigolf

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

Playgrounds

• 3 playgrounds

Equipment Hire

Cycle Hire

• Cycle hire not available on the campsite, nearest cycle hire is 0.2 km from the campsite

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: La Tranche-sur-Mer 500meters
• Nearest river: 10.0km
• Nearest lake: Direct access

Shopping

• Nearest town/village: La Tranche sur Mer: 1km

Places of Interest

• La Tranche
• Jard sur Mer: 18km
• Lucon: 30km
• La Rochelle: 64km
• Niort: 91km
• Ile de Noirmoutier: 106km
• Nantes: 107km
• Ile de Ré: 108km
• Saintes: 132km

Attractions

Aquarium La Rochelle

Large aquarium with fish from around the world. An array of different viewing methods from tanks, torch pools and panoramic tunnels.

Zoo des Sables d'Olonne

Only a short distance from the enormous Atlantic beaches, the zoo at Les Sables d'Olonne is the home to hundreds of animals living in a luxurious setting. Animals include penguins, monkeys, otters, lions, tigers and pandas

Le Grand Parc

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

Planete Sauvage

Safari Park

Oceanile

This waterpark in the heart of Noirmoutier is over 37000m and has more than 20 aquatic amusements. With slides and waves there is plenty to ensure that the whole family is entertained.

Sealand Aquarium de Noirmoutier

A good aquarium with an excellent selection of fish from around the world including warm and cold water fish plus a number of tropical aquariums

Château de Talmont St Hilaire

Located on a rock, surrounded by water, the fortress of Talmont played an important part in the defence of Poitou against the invading Normans. Years later, several kings of France were made welcome along with Richard the Lion Heart during the crusade years. Nowadays you can attend medieval demonstrations during the festival period

Futuroscope

Theme park for media and technology

The following travel details are available:

Airport(s)

• La Rochelle (LRH): 67km
• Nantes (NTE): 113km
• Poitiers (PIS): 173km

Port(s)

• Caen Ouistreham (CAE): 412km
• Cherbourg (CHB): 459km
• Le Havre: 477km
• Roscoff (RSC): 439km
• St Malo (STM): 301km

Public Transport

• Local Railway: La Roche sur Yon or Les Sables, 30km
• Services to: Les Sables, La Roche and Nantes

From picturesque Bois de la Chaize to pine-fringed Sauveterre, there are enough wonderful beaches to try somewhere different each day of your holiday. Kids love the Planete Sauvage safari park near Nantes. Puy de Fou theme park and Oceanile water park is great for thrills. Chateau des Enigmes provides treasure hunt fun. With superb fishing, golf, miles of footpaths and cycle tracks, plus historic villages, there's plenty to do away from the beach.

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

"We loved Les Conches beach - we visited every day and the body boarding and waves were fantastic for all of us. The beach is clean and supervised by lifeguards to ensure everyone's safety."
J. Weston, Berkshire

"La Grière beach in La Tranche is brilliant for safe swimming for children. La Terrière beach is superb for beach activities plus surfing and body boarding. The Koa Surf School here is absolutely fabulous and the professional instructors made my children's surfing experience one to remember."
J. Good, Kent

"La Terrière beach was fantastic, you can take a free bus there."
G. Gipson, East Sussex

"We really enjoyed La Rochelle, a fabulous city. The aquarium is good but you need to get there early to avoid the crowds. If you like cars there's a car museum at nearby Talmont St Hilaire."
C. O'Shea, Dublin

"We spent just over 3 hours in the aquarium at La Rochelle, the kids loved it. Although there wasn't anywhere to buy refreshments so take some with you. We loved the beaches in the area and La Tranche town has plenty of places to eat. The ice-cream is fantastic!"
M. Preston, Co. Antrim

"We visited Ile de Ré which was lovely. Beaches local to the site were all great."
S. Collins, Essex

"La Rochelle was lovely and much easier to park than we'd thought , a great day out. The beaches near to La Tranche were great, as were the walks."
E. Stewart, Merseyside

"Le Grand Parc, Puy du Fou is an excellent day out. Good value for money but remember to get the translation headphones."
C. Nunn, Wiltshire