Don’t forget we’re on the end of the phone if you need usCall 0044 1606 787 666our office hours are:Monday- Friday 9.00 am - 5.30 pmSaturdays 10.00 am - 2.00 pmSundays & Bank Holidays closed
Eurocamp Independent customers should go straight to the campsite reception on arrival where they will be required to fill in a registration form. Reception, where English is spoken, is open from 8.30am to 7.30pm in low season and from 8.30am to 10pm in high season. Customers unavoidably delayed, arriving after the barrier is down (10.30pm to 7am) should leave the car car in the car park at the entrance and go to the main campsite reception to speak to security or to the bar to find a member of staff. We advise that you ring ahead to warn the campsite if you expect to arrive late.
As Eurocamp couriers (on site from 16th May to 10th September) will be unaware of your arrival, we recommend that you visit their reception area as soon as you have settled in. Please take your completed courier card with you.
Please note – if you have booked an overnight stop in a mobile home or ready erected tent please see the special arrival procedures on your accommodation voucher.
• Swimming pool: There are three swimming pools on the campsite. The first is a covered pool which is heated, open from mid May until mid September and suitable for all the family. This pool is surrounded by grassland on the edge of the wood, and has an outdoor sun deck around the perimeter with sun loungers. The second is an outdoor pool which is also heated, open from mid May until mid September and which has a lazy river, an adjoining jacuzzi and three waterslides (children must be supervised). The third is a children’s pool which is heated, open from mid May until mid September and suitable for toddlers. There is also a spa centre on site which is open from mid May until mid September and available for those aged 16 and over. The spa centre has a sauna, a steam room and a number of beauty treatments can be booked. French regulations stipulate that traditional swimming trunks, not shorts, must be worn in the pools.
• Washblocks: There are four sanitary blocks on the campsite which are all clearly separated for Ladies and Gentlemen. Please note that most campsites do not provide toilet paper in the wash blocks, and some campsite sanitary blocks do not have toilet seats.
• Barbecues: Charcoal, gas and electric barbecues are allowed on your pitch.• Internet access: This is available in the campsite reception, and WiFi access is available
all over the site.• Gas bottles: These can be exchanged on site.• Motorhome service point: There is a motorhome service point on site.• Fridge hire: Fridge hire is available at this site. We would be happy to arrange this
for you. Please contact us for full details.• Electricity: There will be a 10 amp either 2 pin (a continental adapter will be required
and these cannot be hired on site) or 3 pin standard European electricity connection on your pitch.
• Dogs: Dogs are allowed on site, but they must be kept on a lead. If you require any up to date information on taking your dog abroad, please get in touch. We’d be happy to book any necessary vets appointments on your behalf.
Please be aware that in the early and late season, the complete range of activities may not be available. Any opening times are for guidance only, as these may vary and are subject to change by the campsite owner. Please check at reception on arrival.
This modern campsite has a lovely woodland setting close to the majestic Château of Chambord.
We have picked out a few things to do on site that may be of interest to you.For a full list of campsite activities, please refer to our brochure or website.
The campsite restaurant is open from mid May until mid September and has both set 3 course and children’s menus which are displayed daily on the notice board outside. The restaurant has a marquee style outdoor terrace which is surrounded by pretty oak trees and ornamental lamp post. There is also a take-away which is open from mid May until mid September which is adjacent to the restaurant and which serves a large variety of pizzas, roast chicken, chips, sausages, steaks and salads. There bar on site is open from mid May until early September. It serves local and internationally branded drinks and has a television showing both local and satellite channels.
There is a medium sized shop on the campsite. Open from mid May until early September, it sells bread, milk, juice, alcohol, ice cream, sweets, newspapers, meat, fruit and vegetables and toys. The nearby town of Muides sur Loire (1km away) also has a pharmacy, a bakery, a tabac (English newspapers available) and a butchers.
During the dayThe games room on site is located next to the restaurant. It is housed in a large and attractive open sided wooden outbuilding, and has a pool table, pinball machines, air hockey, arcade games and table football.Cycle hire including BMX, adults and children’s bikes are available from mid May until mid September. Go karts are also available for hire and helmets are provided for both activities.Pony rides are available on the campsite, twice a week, from early July until late August.A site run children’s club is available on site from early July until late August for children aged 5 – 12 years old. Activities include treasure hunts, painting and circus workshops.Fishing can be carried out in the campsite lake. Permits are not required. Equipment cannot be hired on site.
During the eveningEvening entertainment is arranged twice a week on site from late July until late August. Held in the campsite bar, it includes family quiz nights, children’s discos and games.
ExcursionsThe campsite organises weekly visits to a local wine cellar with tastings, from late May until the end of August. Please ask at reception for full details.
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Château of Chambord – 500mThe largest and most widely recognised of all the châteaux in the region, Chambord is the epitome of French renaissance architecture. Originally built as a hunting lodge, it served for many years as a royal residence and is now a major tourist attraction welcoming around 700,000 visitors each year.www.chambord.org
Zoo at Beauval – 58kmWith over 4,600 animals, 22 hectares of parkland and over 600,000 visitors a year, this popular tourist attraction has some of the most endangered animals in the world. These include white tigers, koala bears and the recent addition of giant pandas (of which only five zoos in Europe are home to.) A leader in the conservation effort of wild animals, the zoo helps to breed endangered species and has been ranked among the top fifteen zoos in the world.www.zoobeauval.com
Château of Chenonceau - 60kmFamed as the most visited and photographed of all the châteaux in the Loire Valley and second only to the château of Versailles in Paris, this original manor house was previously a royal residence. Unusually built spanning the width of the River Cher, the château has retained many of its original 16th Century features included its impressive fireplaces, staircases and chamber rooms.www.chenonceau.com
Aquarium du Val de Loire – 61kmLocated at Lussault sur Loire (on the D751 between Tours and Amboise), this popular tourist attraction boasts of being one of the biggest aquariums in Europe with over 10,000 tropical fish sourced from five continents, as well as from the local River Loire. www.aquatriumduvaldeloire.com
Futuroscope – 175kmWelcoming over 3 million visitors a year, Futuroscope is a theme park unlike any other with multimedia, cinematographic and audio-visual attractions. Opened in 1987, the park has high thrill rides, 3D / 4D cinema shows and there are also evening theatre performances including the most recent addition of I-Magic which is an eye-dazzling, Vegas-style magic show suitable for all the family.www.futuroscope.com
• Cycling – the Loire Valley is fantastic for cycling with over 550km of signposted and safe cycling routes. The Châteaux à velo and Loire à Velo routes cover the heart of the landscape and lead past some of the best known châteaux. Routes vary from 10 to 40 km in length, and maps can be picked up from many of the local tourist offices. www.cycling-loire.com.
• Boat trips – these are available on the River Loire from Rochecorbon. Guided tours are given with explanations about the surrounding countryside and the passing water animal life. The trip lasts 1 hour. www.naviloire.com
• Go karting – this is available in Mer (Route de Talcy). Suitable for children 1.40m and above in height. www.ecuries-de-chouzy.ffe.com
• Hot air ballon rides – available 7 days a week from early April – late November. Departing from various locations including Chenonceaux, Amboise, Chaumont sur Loire and Loches. Rides normally depart in the morning or early evening and take in the main sights of the region including the many chateaux for which it is famed. www.france-balloons.com
• Golf – 18 hole course at Golf du Château in Cheverny. No handicap required but insurance is necessary. www.golf-cheverny.com
• Tree top adventure course – available at Fantasy Forest (Rue des Thomeaux) in Mosnes. Suitable for children aged 3 years and above, there are 4 different courses of varying abilities and heights. Safety equipment is provided and full supervision is given. There are also bouncy castles, trampolines, a picnic area and organised orienteering trips. www.fantasyforest.fr
Known as the “Garden of France”, the Loire Valley is an unspoilt region of natural beauty. Comprised of fertile fields, tapestries of vineyards and ancient forests, the area also boasts over 100 of fairytale Renaissance châteaux with most dotted along France’s longest and most beautiful river, the Loire.
Tarte TatinThis iconic upside down French dessert is made up of flaky pastry and cooked apples bathed in caramel. It originated in the small rural town of Lamotte Beuvron when two sisters had a cooking accident and forgot to put pastry in the bottom of their cooking dish meaning that when the tart was turned out it was inverted. It is usually served warm with fresh cream.
Rillettes This is a type of paté which can be made from pork, goose, duck, chicken, game birds or fish such as anchovies, tuna or salmon. It is normally cooked in seasoned lard and then made into a coarse paste to be served cold on crusty bread.
WineThe Loire region is famed for its wine production with some of the most popular including Muscadet (ideal with fish), Sancerre (recommended with cheese) and Chenin Blanc (suggested with white meat.) Many vineyards in the region offer guided tours and tasting sessions.
• Muides sur Loire. This small village is closest to the campsite (1km away) and has a pharmacy, a bakery, a tabac (English newspapers available) and a butchers.
• Blois. A little further from the campsite (18km away), this town has an increased number of facilities including several banks (with cashpoints accepting most card types), a petrol station, restaurants, bars and an Intermarché supermarket.
• Orléans. A city located on the banks of the River Loire, Orléans (48km away), is home to the Place d’Orléans shopping centre which has a number of individual and specialist clothes, furniture and food outlets.
Local market days (usually mornings only) are as follows:Monday – Montrichard Tuesday – BléréWednesday – Romorantin Thursday – Mer Friday – OrleansSaturday - Blois Sunday – Amboise
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Please note: Eurocamp Independent has not vetted any off site activities. Customers should undertake their own safety checks.
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Location: The campsite is set in countryside, just outside the small village of Muides sur Loire, which is 4km from Mer, 18km north east of Blois and 42km south west of Orléans.
Directions From the A10 motorway: Leave the A10 at the Mer exit (junction 16) and follow signs for Chambord and Mer. At the traffic lights in Mer turn left towards Chambord. This leads across the River Loire and to a crossroad. Go straight over the crossroad, and after 1 mile you will come to a very small junction on the right-hand side. Take this turning and the campsite is on the right after 500 yards.
GPS co ordinates: 47.665994 / 1.528752 (lat./long.)
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the GPS coordinates provided, we strongly advise you cross-reference your end destination with the map above and the campsite address before you commence your journey.
Campsite location
Every effort has been made to ensure the information provided in this guide, to the best of our knowledge, is both helpful and correct at the time of going to press.
Office de Tourisme, 23 Place du Château, 41250, Chambord. Tel: 0033 254 333 916.
French Public (Bank) Holidays 2015Friday 3rd April - Good Friday (Vendredi Saint)Sunday 5th April - Easter Sunday (Pâques)Monday 6th April - Easter Monday (Lundi de Pâques)Friday 1st May - Labour Day (Fête du Travail)Friday 8th May - Victory Day (Fête de La Victoire)Thursday 14th May - Ascension Day (Ascension Catholique)Sunday 24th May - Whit Sunday (Pentecôte)Monday 25th May - Whit Monday (Lundi de Pentecôte)Tuesday 14th July - Bastille Day (Fête Nationale)Saturday 15th August - Assumption of Mary (Assomption)French organisations and businesses close on public holidays. Although some shopping centres and grocers open for part of the day, the majority of shops do not. Police stations and hospitals do not close. When a public holiday falls on a Thursday or Tuesday, it is common practice to “make the bridge” (faire le pont) by taking off the Friday or Monday so creating a very long weekend.
Shop Opening & Closing - The classic French shopping days are Monday to Saturday, with shops generally open from 9 a.m. to Midday, and 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Stores generally close on Sundays.Please Note - Although some larger stores or those in popular tourist areas may remain open at lunchtimes and Sundays, this is optional and not guaranteed.
Dialling Codes - If dialling the UK use 00 44 and drop the first 0 from the dialling code If dialling The Republic of Ireland use 00 353 and drop the first 0 from the dialling code
Emergencies. In the event of an emergency please contact the main campsite reception for details of local emergency services.Doctors Muides sur Loire 0033 254 875 009Dentist Mer 0033 254 901 452Hospital Blois 0033 254 556 633Vet Mer 0033 254 334 278
Getting To Your Site
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Car breakdown - Please note that in the event of breakdown all customers insured through Eurocamp Independent should consult their Insurance Terms and Conditions booklet. Couriers on site will have information of local garages.Due to recent European legislation it is now a requirement when driving in Europe that all cars need to carry a reflective jacket at all times. These reflective jackets can be purchased almost everywhere in Europe for approx 8 to 15 Euros each.Personal Injury The chances of you and your family either having an accident or becoming the victims of crime whilst on holiday are extremely low. However, you should encourage the members of your party to take the same sensible precautions that they would do at home. Try to avoid walking alone at night, and keep to well-lit main roads where possible. You should try to avoid short cuts like alleyways, waste ground and wooded, bushy areas.Stay alert: be aware of what’s going on around you.It is always worth letting someone know where you are going, the route you intend to take and when you expect to return.We want you to have a safe holiday - please read campsite notices carefully and ensure all members of your party understand the rules and regulations as they are there for your own safety.
New Law re Breathalysers in France
Please be aware that a new law came in to force from 1st July 2012 that makes it COMPULSORY for all motorists in FRANCE to carry a single use breathalyser. We advise that if you are travelling to (or through) France you should carry at least two disposable breathalysers in order to comply with this new law. The breathalysers you purchase must comply to French regulations and will carry the ‘French certification mark’ ‘NF’. These should be purchased prior to departure in the UK but can also be purchased on the ferry, in most French supermarkets, service/petrol stations or chemists. You could receive an on-the-spot fine if you cannot produce this product when asked.
