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Family Days out in South West France - accommodation for holiday lettings
Whilst we appreciate it is often nice just to relax in the garden,
at the river beaches, or in the countryside there are numerous
activities and places to visit throughout the region to entertain
the whole family, please also see the sightseeing page for
more places to go. Below are a few examples for activity days:
Futuroscope is a theme park with lots of interactive displays, rides & roller coasters etc - France Accommodation
Futuroscope – Situated just north of Poitiers, Futuroscope is a theme park with lots of interactive displays, rides & roller coasters etc
Nautilis – just north of Angouleme, Nautilis is a large water park covering 5 hectares with a range of water based activities such as swimming, a beach, water slides, wave machine, ice rink (winter) & sailing.
Zoo de la Palmyre – located just north of Royan, the zoo is claimed to be one of the best in France. Open all year round admission is 14€ for adults and 10€ for children between 3 & 12.
Appel de la Foret – is a series of adventure trails in the woods located just outside Thenon east of Perigueux. From 5 to 77 years of age there are 10 progressive trails and over 110 activities including 25 fantastic zip slides. Open Apr to Oct pm only (7 days a week 9am -8pm Jul & Aug)
Pescalis – Located North East of Angouleme this visitor attraction is called the “universe of fish” and contains aquariums, theatres and an external lake where you can learn to fish or practice your technique. There is also a range of playgrounds, restaurants, bike hire etc

La Parc Aquarium du Perigord Noir. Open mid February to mid November 7 days a week, this is Europe’s largest private aquarium where you can observe fish in their natural environment. Also with picnic area, mini golf, restaurant and substantial parking. Located in Bugue.

Adventure Parc. Located across france, these adventure parks have high rope challenges, bungee jumping & adventure playgrounds for all ages over 3. Located at  Massignac (between Angouleme & Limoges), and South West of Bordeaux at Biscarrosse beach.
Velo-Rail. Fun for all the family, these train bikes are set on rails to allow you to explore the fantastic countryside. Located in several locations, please visit www.velorail16.com, www.velorail24.com, www.velorailsdefrance.com or www.velorail.net for more details
Bussiere-Galant. Located south east of Angouleme there is a velorail cycle train, high ropes challenge/ adventure playground, mini golf, petanque, fishing, bathing etc.
The Lakes of Haute Charente. Covering over 40 hectares these two lakes provide a range of activities including canoeing, sailing, fishing, a beach, bird observations, archery & bike hire.
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