Camping near Tours

Let yourself immerse into the rich history and culture of Tours, an ancient gallo-romain town and nowadays a dynamic Unesco World heritage site. Learn more about its historic marvels, taste its fine cuisine while spending a relaxing stay at the Castel Parc de Fierbois, a 5-star campsite near Tours. The ideal setting where you can enjoy nature combined with comfort for an unforgettable experience.

Discover Tours in the Loire Valley

Tours, the capital and beating heart of the Loire Valley, is renowned for its impressive architecture and historic sites. As well as the charming Place Plumereau and Saint-Gatien’s Cathedral, note that the Basilique Saint-Martin de Tours belongs also to the must-see, famous for its precious architectural beauty and historical importance as a pilgrimage site. The Palais des Archevêques, adjacent to the cathedral, now houses the Musée du Compagnonnage, which exhibits interesting masterpieces of French craftsmanship.

Enthusiasts of literature who love the poet’s verve of Pierre de Ronsard can visit his house, just a few kilometres from the town. It is a charming place as the gardens surrounding this historic residence offer a peaceful setting for a literary stroll.  Those who are interested in Art will also appreciate the exhibitions in the Galerie Nationale du Jeu de Paume, a space dedicated rather to contemporary art.

When you make a detour from your campsite near Tours, this town represents also an opportunity  for culinary discoveries while strolling on local markets such as the Marché des Halles. There you can sample local goat’s cheeses, Loire Valley wines and other regional delicacies. Benefit from the offer of many cafés and restaurants alongside the Loire. You’ll be tempted with menus inspired by the rich gastronomic tradition of the Loire Valley, featuring fresh, seasonal produce.

Exploring the area around Tours : Towns, vineyards and outdoor adventures

In the surrounding area of our campsite near Tours, plenty and fascinating discoveries are on offer to enrich your vacation programme. In terms of towns and cultural discoveries, Orléans, Saumur and Amboise are just some of the wellknown historical and cultural high lights that have made famous the Loire Valley worldwide.

As for Orléans, located an hour’s drive to the north-east, it is well known for its rich historical background and particularly linked to Joan of Arc, the « virgin warrior ». Visitors can get closer to her when roaming across her house. The majestic Sainte-Croix Cathedral is worth a visit and the multiple parks and gardens of the city invite to relax. Orléans is as well a cultural centre with festivals and events all year round. Also not far away from our campsite near Tours and located to the south-west, we have Saumur. Wellknown for its impressive château but also for its riding schools, in particular the famous Cadre Noir. But not only, it is located in the heart of a leading wine region, famous for its still and sparkling wines. A visit to the wine cellars of Saumur is a must and a real pleasure for wine connoisseurs. From our campsite near Tours, you can also discover the city of Orléans, steeped in history and a perfect example of the rich heritage of the Loire Valley region.

And pretty Amboise inspires a trip back in time with its royal château and Clos Lucé, where the artist and inventor Leonardo da Vinci spent the last years of his life. The town offers a captivating mix of royal history and innovation, with many workshops and exhibitions, particularly dedicated to this famous artist.

During your camping stay near Tours, don’t miss the opportunity and the joy to sample the famous Loire wines, renowned for their diversity and quality. Top grape varieties such as Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc are grown here, and once vinified available from dry and sparkling wines to sweet and mellow types. Vineyard tours and tastings are key activities in this region.

For those who are looking for outdoor activities, the Loire à Vélo offers an exceptional route for discovering the area by bike. And the paths alongside the river are perfect for hiking, offering spectacular sceneries and opportunities to visit Loire Valley castles and picturesque villages. For the very sporty ones, canoeing possibilities on the Loire provide an exciting adventure to discover the region from a different perspective.

Camping stay near Tours

Our campsite near Tours provides visitors a wide range of accommodation options to suit all styles and budgets. For enthusiast of traditional camping, spacious pitches for tents, motorhomes and caravans are available. They provide electric connections and easy access to modern, well-maintained sanitary facilities. For those looking for more comfort, the campsite suggests fully-equipped mobile homes and gites in the Loire Valley. These lodgings are outlaid with comfortable bedrooms, private bathrooms, fully equipped kitchens, and mostly a terrace to benefit from the great outdoors.

Those who are looking for a more unusual experience can opt for one of our lodge tents or a cabin in the woods. These accommodations, perfectly integrated into the natural environment of our campsite, include all the amenities necessary for a real glamping holiday in the Loire Valley.

5* Castel Parc de Fierbois camping near Tours has not only gained its stars for its complete accommodation range. The wide ranging offer of services and facilities, designed to make visitors’ stay as pleasant and convenient as possible have contributed to it. The campsite includes a grocery shop as well as a restaurant-bar, where you can taste a variety of local and international dishes but also proposes takeaway options.

The campsite’s aquatic area can be considered as an attraction in itself, providing an exceptional experience and fun for all ages. The complex is made up of several heated pools, including an indoor pool especially appreciated during less sunny days. Children can enjoy the paddling pools and water games, while adults will love the waterslides but also the relaxation area with sun loungers and parasols from the best campsite in the Loire Valley.

Thus, our campsite near Tours perfectly combines comfort, entertainment with easy access to the cultural and natural wealth of the Loire Valley, making every stay a memorable experience for families, couples and gathering of friends.