St. Avit Loisirs
Le Bugue, Dordogne
Tents open: 22 Apr - 17 Sep
site description
Outstandingly attractive, this spectacular parc is lively in high season yet an excellent choice for couples and young families in low season. St. Avit Loisirs is one of the premier parcs in a region where standards are already high, in fact it has the prestigious 5 red tents in the Michelin guide and is the first French campsite to obtain the internationally recognised ISO9000 award for quality. Its crowning glories are the beautiful, golden stone-built Périgordin buildings which house the reception, shop, bar and traditional 'auberge', with its choice of delicious regional specialities. There is also an indoor tropical-style swimming pool and even a 'lazy river' as well as a bar terrace overlooking the outdoor pool complex, which is the scene for a full programme of entertainment including disco and karaoke nights. Surrounded by verdant woodland, the parc is mainly shaded and extremely spacious, with lovely views across the countryside and the added bonus of luxury tent pitches arranged along the edge.
swimming pools
First Pool: All the family
- Outdoor
- Size: 200m²
- Depth: 0.90m min.- 1.80m max.
- Open: 01/04/2011 - 18/09/2011
Second Pool: All the family
- Outdoor
- Size: 200m²
- Depth: 0.40m min.- 1.80m max.
- 1 waterchute(s)
- 2 waterslide(s)
- Waterschute: Twisty
- Waterchute restrictions: Children must be supervised by a parent
- Waterslide: Slow and fast
- Waterslide restrictions: 7 yrs
- Open: 01/04/2011 - 18/09/2011
Third Pool: Toddlers
- Outdoor
- Size: 15m²
- Depth: 0.40m min.- 0.40m max.
- Open: 01/04/2011 - 18/09/2011
Fourth Pool: All the family
- Indoor
- Heated
- Size: 140m²
- Depth: 0.40m min.- 1.80m max.
- Open: 09/01/2011 - 15/12/2011
- There is a jacuzzi section in this pool
Fifth Pool: All the family (aged 7+)
- Outdoor
- Size: 70m²
- Depth: 0.80m min.- 0.80m max.
- Open: 01/04/2011 - 18/09/2011
Whirlpool / Sauna
- Whirlpool: 09/01/2011 - 15/12/2011
Pool regulations and extras
- Sun loungers available
Per day - Sun terrace next to pool area
local attractions
Nearest Lake
- Lake Distance: 8 km
Activities
- Boat Trips: 25km
- Climbing: 25km
- Cycle Hire: 6km
- Canoeing: 6km
- Freshwater Fishing: 20km
- Golf Course: 15km
- Horse Riding: 10km
- Karting: 20km
- Pedalo: 22km
- Swimming Pool: 6km
- Tennis: 6km
- Water Skiing: 12km
- Wind Surfing: 22km
Shops and Amenities
- Nearest village or town: 6km
- Nearest Bank: 4km
- Nearest Pharmacy: 4km
- Nearest Supermarket: 6km
- Nearest Post Office: 4km
Attractions
Aquarium de Perigord Noir
Europe's largest private aquarium. More than 200 metres of aquariums displaying fish from all around the world. Diving exhibitions and touch tanks are the main features.
Bar/snack, free parking, handicapped access, picnic area, souvenirs.
Château Castelnaud
The most popular château in southern france. Built high on a hill in the 13th century it changed hands many times. The Château has been home to the Museum of Medieval Warfare since 1985
Le Gouffre de Padirac
The Gouffre de Padirac is a natural limestone cave. 103 metres down to the river - by lift or stairs - to the start of the tour. The visit lasts 1.5hrs and is 2km long
Restaurants shops and picnic area. Free parking.
Musée National de Préhistoire
The National Museum of Prehistory which reflects ever expanding archeological research. It is the most important collection of items from the Paleolithic era in France.
Guided tours available
Prehisto Park
Theme park which traces the evolution of man from 1500BC. Animations throughout the park for children. Craftsmen using only the tools which would have been available at the time.
Lascaux Caves
The original Lascaux cave is closed to the public, but a replica has been reproduced 200 metres away. The reproductions include the galleries, 'the great hall of the bulls' and the 'painted gallery'. One of the most renowned archaeological discoveries of the 20th century. The caves were discovered in 1940 by teenagers.
Quercyland
Waterpark with 6 pools and a variety of slides.
Les Jardins de Marqueyssac
The gardens in the grounds of the Château de Marqueyssac are some of the best kept gardens in France. There is a nature pavillion displaying flora and fauna from around the Dordogne. Light show in July and August on Thursdays. Free parking.
Château de Milandes
Old home of Josephine Baker the famous musical hall singer. Built 1489 in a wooded region between Castelnaud & Berbiguiéres. Falconry displays several times per day. Restaurant on site. Night flights to observe the chateau from the house's own captive hot air balloon.
Château de Hautefort
One of the most prestigious châteaux in southwest france, classified as a historical monument. Built between 1630 and 1670. Surrounded by superb gardens.
Kids Clubs
- Kids' Club ages 5-6 years
- Kids' Club ages 7-9 years
- Kids' Club ages 10-12 years
- Kids' Club ages 13-17 years
- Kids' Club ages 5-12 years
- Football coaching aged 5-16 years
- Kids' Club ages 1-4 (with parent supervision)
Dining
- Restaurant: 01/04/2009 - 26/09/2009
- 3 course menu
- Pizzeria: 01/04/2009 - 26/09/2009
- take-away meals: 01/04/2009 - 26/09/2009
- Bar: 01/04/2009 - 26/09/2009
Washing Facilities
- Washing machines: 5, € 4.50 per load
- Clothes Dryers: 5, € 3.00 per load
- Ironing facilities
- Hot water showers
- Washing cubicles (warm water)
- Baby bath and changing facilities
- Standard toilets
- children's toilets
- Sinks available for dish washing and clothes washing
Reception
- Coin and card phones, fax, stamps, post box, postcards and laundry tokens.
- Languages spoken: French, English
- Internet Access available
Shopping
- large assortment: 01/04/2009 - 26/09/2009
Emplacements
- Surface: Grass and dust.
- Shade: Some have some
- Pitch Size: 80-100m².
Activity Times
- Kids' Club ages 5-6 years:
06/07/09 - 31/08/09 - Kids' Club ages 10-12 years:
06/07/09 - 31/08/09 - Kids' Club ages 7-9 years:
06/07/09 - 31/08/09 - Kids' Club ages 13-17 years:
06/07/09 - 31/08/09 - Kids' Club ages 5-12 years:
20/05/09 - 05/07/09 - Football coaching:
29/06/09 - 31/08/09
