A delightful, family-run Castels parc, in a peaceful rural setting opposite the River Loire.
Camping L'Etang de la Breche 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.
offers the following facilities.
2 Outdoor swimming pools
1 Covered pool
1 Outdoor Toddler pool
1 Waterslide
Sun Loungers available
Sun Terrace
Keycamp On-Site Children's Activities
Fun Station for All
Site Run Children's Activities
Children's Club
Sports and Crafts.
Languages spoken: Major EU language
Playgrounds
There are 4 playgrounds
Sports
Tennis
2 full size courts
Surface: Synthetic
Equipment available for hire
Table Tennis
4 tables
Football
1 five-a-side pitch
Surface: Synthetic grass
Badminton
1 court
Basketball
1 full size court
2 hoops
Surface: Synthetic grass
Volleyball
1 court
Boules
Site arranged tournaments available
Cycle Hire
Horse-Riding
Supervised
Helmets available
Fishing
Freshwater Fishing
Carp, catfish, zander
Specialist Activities
Painting on ceramics
Toilets and Showers available on site Launderette available on site There is a club and / or bar available on the site There is a restaurant on the site There is a Take Away on the site There is a childrens play area on site Indoor Swimming Pool on site Outdoor Swimming Pool on site Fishing is available on the site or nearby Cycle hire is available on or near the site Horse Riding on or near the site There is a shop on site to buy food and other essentials Well behaved dogs are welcomed on this site WiFi or internet is availble on parts or all of the site
Can I take my dog to this campsite?
Max number of dogs allowed: 2
Accommodation restrictions: All accommodation types except Prestiges and Vistas
Do dogs have to be kept on a leash? Yes
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.
Ports
Caen: 281km.
Cherbourg: 400km.
Dieppe: 384km.
Le Havre: 332km.
Roscoff: 419km.
St Malo: 277km.
Airports
Nantes airport: 170km.
Poitiers airport: 104km.
Tours airport: 66km.
Angers Airport: 55km.
Public Transport
Local Railway: Saumur, 5 Km
Services to: Paris, Lyon, Nantes and Tours
Local Area
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 Doue-la-Fontaine has many wild animals roaming free and is extremely popular with families.
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 visitos 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 Doue-la-Fontaine
Zoo set in 10 hectares of land, with approximately 500 animals.
Le Puy du Foy
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)
Chateau d' Usse was the inspiration for the tale of Sleeping Beauty. Situated on the edge of the forest of Chinon, the present chateau 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.
Chateau Azay-le-Rideau
Built on an island by the Indre River in the early 16th Century. The castle is a mixture ot 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.
Chateau de Chinon
Chateau 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.
Local Information & Businesses
Supertent - sleeps 6
5.2m x 5.2m (17' x 17')
290' sq, 27 1/2 m2. Kitchen with fully enclosed storage units and work surface. Full size fridge with freezer compartment. 4 burner cooker with grill. Electric socket with safety cut out. Electric lights in kitchen and dining areas.
Supernova Mobile Home - sleeps 7
The main feature of the Supernova is the fully-fitted open-plan kitchen and lounge. It's designed to create the impression that the lounge/dining area is a separate living space to maximise space and light. The lounge has a light modern decor with everything provided from a framed picture on the wall to a stereo radio-cassette. Please note that this accommodation type on different campsites may differ in decor and layout.
Villagrand Deluxe Mobile Home - sleeps 8
Our Villagrand Deluxe with 3 bedrooms offers the ultimate in mobile home comfort and style. It also offers the added luxury of 2 bathrooms, both with shower and toilet.
Villagrand 3 Bedroom Mobile Home - sleeps 8
Our Villagrand 3 bedroom features open plan lounge/dining area and full fitted kitchen, and looks more like a Villa than a mobile home with a pitched tiled roof and shutters.
Villanova Mobile Home - sleeps 7
The Villanova features an open plan lounge/dining area and bathroom with shower and toilet, and comes of course with a fully equipped kitchen with a full size-fridge freezer. Some units are badged on-site as Villaclassic. These mobiles are slightly smaller (8m x 3m), but feature free decking
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Holiday Accommodation
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Date of stay: 2009 |
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Date of stay: May 09 |
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Date of stay: May 09 |
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