Argelès Vacances, a campsite with a water park in the heart of Argelès sur Mer
Argelès Vacances is a 4-star campsite located in Argelès sur Mer. Between the sea and mountains, at the foot of the Albères massif just a few kilometres from Spain, this establishment, open from April to September has lovely facilities including a large water park. It also offers, during the summer season, a multitude of family activities and entertainment…
Relaxation and fun in Argelès sur Mer
On the Argelès Vacances campsite, you’ll stay in quality accommodation, able to accommodate 4 to 10 people. It has two, three or four bedrooms. This accommodation is divided into five categories with air conditioning, an equipped kitchen, bedrooms with storage cupboards, shower room and private laid-out terrace.
Once you’ve put your bags down, you’ll be eager to do just one thing; discover the water park. This comprises a large heated swimming pool (25 metres x 12 metres), to cool down and do your lengths. Right nearby, you’ll find a second slightly shallower pool, with water slides, multi-slide and water games. All around the water park, sunloungers and straw parasols await those wishing to rest after swimming!
From the water park on this Argelès sur Mer campsite, you can glimpse the bar restaurant terrace with a varied menu, offering dishes to enjoy on-site or take away, whether lunching as a family or having dinner with friends. You can also just enjoy an ice cream or crêpe here, come snack time. The Argelès Vacances team regularly organizes theme meals; for example paella, mussels and chips or Catalan grills are on the menu, taking place in a festive atmosphere. Every day, the grocery offers you breakfast, between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m., before stocking up on fruit, vegetables and local Catalan specialities.
A family holiday in the Pyrénées-Orientales department
In July and August, the Mizzi club accommodates children aged 6 to 12. Various play and educational activities are on offer to them: making holiday souvenirs, archery, treasure hunt with Mizzi the campsite mascot, sports tournaments, mini disco evenings and, of course, preparing for the show, including scenery and costumes. Teens aged 12 to 17 meet at the Teen club to take part in sports tournaments and selfie, photo and video competitions.
On the Argelès Vacances campsite, adults are not left out and can also do lots of activities during their stay: aerobics, exercise, fitness, step and cardio classes and orienteering races. There are also friendly football and volleyball matches, and pétanque and ping-pong tournaments. Not forgetting the dance classes: Zumba, Bachata, salsa, rock, Reggaeton (Puerto Rican dance music), or even the Olympiads which enable all members of the family to meet up here!
Don’t forget to visit the beaches with the Pavillon Bleu (Blue Flag) designation being Le Racou, Plage de la Marenda and Plage du Centre which are around 10 minutes’ walk from the campsite. For lunch, both in the town centre of Argelès sur Mer, or even along the coast here, there are various tapas bars, fish restaurants oyster bars and other wine bars. Back at the campsite, you’ll be delighted to make the most of the 6 lively evenings a week; evening swimming with DJ, foam parties, musicals, dance evenings and concerts!
Discover the Catalan Pyrenees from Argelès
Between the Mediterranean and Pyrenees, the Pyrénées-Orientales offers magnificent landscapes and a rich culture, marked by Catalan, Spanish and French influences. If you love hiking, feel free to climb the Pic du Canigou, the Catalans’ sacred mountain. The most frequently taken routes, and enabling access to the summit are those starting at the Cortalets and Mariailles refuges.
The region abounds in exceptional tourist attractions such as the highly colourful town of Collioure, Banyuls-sur-Mer and Cerbère-Banyuls National Nature Reserve, the gem of the Côte Vermeille coast. In addition, go to Perpignan, the capital of Catalan country, to discover the Les Halles Vauban. This is a delightful covered market, where you can stock up regional produce and products. Visit the Palace of the Kings of Majorca (Palais des Rois de Majorque), and walk through the streets of the historic centre.
Spend an afternoon in Villefranche-de-Conflent, a town fortified by the military architect Vauban, and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the Château de Valmy chateau built on the Albères foothills, amidst a forest of hundred-year-old cedar trees. Get revived in the Pyrénées Catalanes Regional Nature Park, and end with a trip to the Tautavel prehistoric site. You’ll go back to the Argelès Vacances campsite with your head full of memories!
