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Campsite Contact Details:

La Croix du Vieux Pont02290 Berny RivièreFrance

Tel: 0033 323 555 002

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Arrival Procedure

“This was our first touring holiday abroad and we could not have chosen a better place to give us the craving to do it all again. The campsite was amazing” The Perry family

©Eurocamp Independent 2015

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. Reception, where English is spoken is open from 8am to 7pm throughout the season. Customers unavoidably delayed, arriving after the barrier is down (10.30pm to 7am) should leave the car in the car park 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 28th March to 31st October) 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 in total on the campsite. The first is a covered pool which is suitable for all the family. This pool has a separate twisty, full tube water chute which is linked to a small plunge pool and children under 12 must be supervised by an adult to use this. The second pool is an outdoor pool which is suitable for all the family with mini fountains and wooden walk bridges and a number of sun loungers around it. The third is a children’s pool which has a retractable roof. This pool also has a small slide for infants. French regulations stipulate that traditional swimming trunks and not shorts must be worn in the pool. There is also a lake on the campsite, which has a manmade beach and is suitable for swimming - children can also use inflatables in the lake. The pools are open from early April until late October.

• Washblocks: There are ten 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 washblocks, and some campsite sanitary blocks do not have toilet seats.

• Barbecues: Charcoal barbecues only are allowed on your pitch.• Internet access: This is available in the campsite bar and restaurant and Wifi is

available in the restaurant, bar, around the pool and at the lakeside beach bar.• Gas bottles: These cannot be exchanged on site.• Motorhome Service Point: There is a motorhome service point on site.• Fridge hire: This is not available on the campsite. However, it is possible to

freeze ice packs at no cost.• Electricity: There will be a 6 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 as long as they are 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 attractive campsite has a fantastic range of activities, is easily reached from Calais and is ideally placed for day trips to Paris and the Disneyland theme park.

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.

There are two restaurants on the campsite. The Summer Restaurant is traditional and rustic, and is set in a beautifully converted barn which has retained many of its original features including its stone walls, wooden beamed ceiling and attractive log fireplace. This restaurant overlooks the outdoor pool complex and serves a variety of meals including local cuisine such as snails, frogs legs and mussels as well as international offerings of lasagne, steak and fish. It is open from early April until late August. The second restaurant, Macao Beach, is also open from early April to late August and serves fresh fish, meat and vegetable dishes. It is adjacent to the campsite lake and beach and is set outdoors (under canvas) on a wooden veranda. This restaurant also has a casual bar area with modern outdoor furniture for customers preferring not to eat. There is also a take away on the campsite, which is open from early April to late August, which serves pizzas, burgers, roast chicken, chips and soft drinks. A separate crêperie and ice cream stall is located in a wooden hut next to the lake beach. The large and modern bar on site is open from early April until late August and is located opposite the indoor restaurant. It has both indoor and outside seating (overlooking the swimming pool) and a games room upstairs for children with pool tables, table football and arcade games. The bar serves local and internationally branded drinks and there is a television showing local and satellite TV channels.

There is a reasonably sized shop on the campsite which sells supplies including milk, alcohol, sweets, juice, toys, toiletries and frozen foods. There is also a bakery next door to the shop which sells fresh bread, pastries and croissants. Both the shop and bakery are open from early April to late August. Stamps and phone cards are available to buy from reception and there is also a currency exchange facility. The nearby village of Vic sur Aisne (1km away from the site) has a pharmacy, a post office, a petrol station, a tabac (English newspapers available) and an Intermarché supermarket.

During the day• Archery lessons are available on site at for a small charge. Full supervision is

given and equipment hire is available at no extra cost.• Cycle hire is available on site all season and there are many cycle paths

marked out in the nearby Forest of Compiègne. Helmets are provided free of charge and mountain bikes and baby seats also available.

• Fresh water fly fishing is available in one of the campsites three lakes. A permit is required (available from reception) and customers can catch carp, bream, perch, tench and roach. Please note you will need to bring your own equipment.

During the evening:Entertainment is organised on three evenings a week from early July to late August and typically includes quiz nights, cabaret shows and karaoke competitions. The entertainment is held in the campsite bar and is presented in both French and English. Family discos are also held three times a week from early July to late August (in the disco area under the bar).

Excursions The campsite organises excursions to Paris and the Disneyland theme park throughout the season (subject to demand). The journey from the campsite to Paris takes around 60 minutes and to Disneyland takes around 90 minutes. Trips to Paris are normally on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays (departing at 7.45am / returning at 6.45pm) and to Disneyland on Tuesdays and Fridays (departing at 7.45am / returning at 8pm.). Please check with the site reception for full details and prices.Kids’

Clubs Fun Station for All

Age 4 - 12 years18/5 - 21/6

Leo’s Fun Station Age 4 - 6 years

22/6 - 30/8

The Station Age 9 - 12 years

22/6 - 30/8

Mac’s Fun Station Age 7 - 9 years

22/6 - 30/8

Life On Site

For more comprehensive information about the campsite or local area before you travel, please feel free to contact us. We are always happy to help. Further information can also be found on our website.

call: 08448 440 440click: www.eurocampindependent.co.uk

Campsite Activities and Entertainment

Food and Drink

Shopping

Useful Information

Action Station Age 7+

28/3 - 30/8 & 17/10 - 29/10(payable)

Soccer Station Age 5 -16 years

22/6 - 30/8(payable)

European Drivers’ KitIt’s compulsory to carry certain items when driving in Europe, so we’ve gathered together some of the essentials you’ll need in this handy pack for just £14.99 inc P&P.

Call 0844 406 9876 to order yours * Please note this must be purchased up to two weeks prior to departure. You must read the terms and conditions on our website before placing an order by telephone

just £14.99 inc p&p

Mini Fun Station Learn to Ride

Age 3+27/4 - 27/9

Mini Fun Station Age 6 months - 5 years

27/4 - 27/9

Mini Fun Station Learn to Swim

Age 1-5 years27/4 - 27/9

Base Age 13 - 17 years

22/6 - 30/8

While you’re here try...

Château of Pierrefonds – 19kmThis beautiful 15th Century castle lies in the heart of the Forest of Compiègne and is famed for being the setting for the UK television drama series Merlin which was filmed in the extensive grounds. www.pierrefonds.monuments-nationaux.fr

Park Astérix – 72kmThis popular theme park is based around the stories of the French cartoon character Astérix. Opened in 1989 the park has rides suitable for children of all ages and incorporates themes from historic cultures such as the Romans and the ancient Greeks.www.parcasterix.fr

Val d’Europe Sea Life Centre – 104kmLocated five minutes from the Disneyland theme pack in the commercial centre of Val d’Europe, Paris Sea Life Centre has over 350 species of marine life with sharks, sea turtles, stingrays, piranhas and octopuses to name but a few. www.visitsealife.com/paris

Disneyland theme park – 106kmThe Disneyland theme park is split into three different areas. The Magic Kingdom is home to many of the original and famous attractions such as the It’s A Small World, Space Mountain and Indiana Jones Temple Of Peril rides whereas the more recent Walt Disney Studios park portrays the world of cartoons and film making through interactive attractions and smaller rides. The Disney village is home to a number of bars, restaurants, cinemas and games arcades. www.disneylandparis.co.uk

Paris – 109kmThere are many places to visit in this cosmopolitan city including famous landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, the cathedral of Notre Dame and the basilica of Sacré Coeur. There is also the Louvre museum (home to the painting Mona Lisa), the Arc de Triomphe (commemorating Emperor Napoleon’s victories) and the avenue Le Champs Elysées (with its prestigious boutiques and famed for being the finishing point of Le Tour de France each year.) www.paris.com

Château and gardens of Versailles – 120kmLocated in the French suburb of Versailles, this royal palace was the official residence of the Kings of France from 1682 until 1790. Most famously occupied by the Sun King Louis XIV and Marie Antoinette during the French Revolution there is much to see including the renowned Hall of Mirrors, the luxurious Baroque style architecture and the spectacularly landscaped gardens. www.chateauversailles.fr

• Lac de Chamouille – this is a large lake with a beach which is situated between Soissons and Laon. There are facilities for windsurfing, canoeing and golf here as well as an excellent children’s playground.

www.evasion-aisne.com• Go Karting – for children and adults (Rue de Cambronne) in Neuilly sous Clermont.

www.karting-loisirs-neuilly.com• Boat trips – these are available on the rivers Aisne and Oise from Compiègne.

Normally departing at 9am and returning at 6pm. Prices tend to include a cold buffet. www.compiègne-tourisme.fr

• Horse riding – is available at the Poney Club du Relais de Poste (Rue Fabrique) in Vic sur Aisne.

www.ecuriesdurelaisdeposte.com• Paintballing – for children and adults (Rue de Cambronne) in Neuilly sous Clermont.• Tree top adventure course – available at Parc Canopée (Rue du Pont Cheminet) in

Ambleny. Suitable for children aged 3 years and above, there are 8 different courses of varying abilities and heights. There is also a skateboard park, a picnic area and organised orienteering trips.

www.canopeaventure.com• Golf – 18 hole course in Compiègne. No handicap required but insurance is

necessary. www.golf-compiègne.com

This is a region of gently undulating and delightfully verdant countryside which is easily accessible from the Channel ports and Tunnel. It has a majestic coastline which stretches for 60km and which has splendid sand dunes in the north and white chalky cliffs in the south. The timeless French capital Paris lies in the heart of the thickly wooded region of Ile de France and is one of the most attractive cities in the world. Here in the City of Lights, it is possible to soak up the culture, history and gastronomy for which it is famously famed.

CROQUE MONSIEUR / CROQUE MADAME. Originating in Paris, a croque monsieur is a hot sandwich made of cheese (traditionally emmental or gruyere) and ham which has been toasted on both sides. With a slight twist on the original recipie, a croque madame also has a poached or fried egg on top of the sandwich.GATEAU PITHIVIERS. Named after the town of Pithiviers located south west of Paris, this sweet dessert is a pie consisting of a frangipane of almond paste combined with fruit such as cherries or plums.FICELLE PICARDE. This delicious speciality of the Picardy region is a pancake filled with mushrooms, ham and shallots and topped with a rich cheese and cream or crème fraiche sauce.

• Vic sur Aisne. This small village is the closest to the campsite (1km away) and has a pharmacy, a post office, a petrol station, a tabac (English newspapers available) and an Intermarché supermarket.

• Soissons. A little further from the campsite (17km away), this town has an increased number of facilities including several banks (with cashpoints accepting most card types), a butchers, a patisserie, a boulangerie and a Cora hypermarket.

• Compiègne. This large town (25km away) lies on the edge of the Forest of Compiègne and has a medieval centre and a wide range of shopping facilities. A bustling and lively market town, there are also clothes, book and gift shops.

Local market days (usually mornings only) are as follows:Monday – Grandvilliers.Tuesday – Senlis.Wednesday – Compiègne.Thursday – Orry La Ville.Friday – Marle.Saturday – Soissons.Sunday – Gouvieux.

Views to Sacré Coeur from Notre Dame

There is a large sandy beach which surrounds the campsite lake which is adjacent to the Macao Beach restaurant and bar. Here it is possible to sunbathe, and pad-dle in the shallow adjacent water.

Please note: Eurocamp Independent has not vetted any off site activities. Customers should undertake their own safety checks.

Around & About

Must Sees and Dos

Where to Shop

Sporting Activities

Beaches

Location La Croix du Vieux Pont is located in a small village called Berny Rivière which is located north east of Paris in between the two towns of Compiègne and Soissons.

DirectionsLeave the A1 at junction 9 or 10. Follow signs to Compiègne and then signs for Soissons / Reims until you reach the N31. This main road passes through the forest of Compiègne and then through the villages of Trosly and Cuisse La Mottes. Continue on the N31 following signs for Soissons / Reims passing through the villages of Couloisy and Jaulzy. Continue over a level crossing and upon reaching crossroads with traffic lights turn left and follow signs for Vic sur Aisne / Noyan / Berny Rivière. Cross the railway again after 500m and enter the village of Vic sur Aisne. Carry on over the bridge following the road uphill for approximately 500m. On approaching the village square there is a staggered crossroads. Carry straight on and take the first right down a back street sign posted to the Gendarmerie. At the end of this road turn right (sign posted to La Croix du Vieux Pont) and turn left at the end of the road at the T-junction. Continue for a short distance and the campsite is on the right hand side.

GPS co ordinates: 49.404467 / 3.133636 (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.

© Michelin et Cie 2015, Authorisation No. GB1503001Extract from Map - 306

Office du Tourisme, Rue Louis d’Orléans, 60350, Pierrefonds. Tel: 0033 344 428 144.

French Public (Bank) Holidays 2015

Friday 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 Vic sur Aisne 0033 323 555 012Dentist Vic sur Aisne 0033 323 550 066Hospital Soissons 0033 323 530 206Vets Vic sur Aisne 0033 323 553 612

Getting To Your Site

Tourist Information Office

Key Dates

Handy Hints and Tips

Important Information

Emergency Information

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.