3 Seasons Autumn 2011 by Camping Cheque

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TOUR OF NORWAY – SWEDEN

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North Cape IN DEPTH: END-OF-YEAR FESTIVITIES Make the most of the campsites opened during winter and get immersed into the traditional feasts of St Nicolas, Christmas

and Epiphany

in the four corners of Europe.

DESTINATION : AUVERGNE Voyage in the Land of Volcanoes in a region of earth and fire

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CIRCUIT Indian summer in the land of the midnight sun Countries of endless wilderness where man has grown respecting the majestic nature: Sweden and Norway stretch over 14 million square km. This huge territory is divided into a multitude of amazing landscapes that send an invitation to contemplation. In the North, in the less populated area, awaits the North Cape: the Grail of the traveller, with its arctic landscapes bathed in a surreal light. However, the Grail is only the ultimate reward of a journey already rich in pleasures. 3 Seasons invites you to ride in our footsteps and attempt the adventure with a journey to the edge of northern Europe.

It is in December and January, when the days grow shorter, that Europe lights up with decorations during the holiday season. Christmas for some, St Nicolas or Epiphany for others, from December 6 to January 6, traditional festivals enliven the calendar throughout the continent. The opportunity to take the motorhome out of its over wintering to go and taste the sweet pleasures of German Christmas markets or to celebrate the Epiphany on the shores of the Costa del Sol. 3 Seasons offers an overview of the festivities and recommend some places to stay.

DESTINATION Auvergne, soil of water and fire Those of us whose work requires traveling thousands of miles agree: Motorways are a wonderful invention. However, if they enable us to link two places far apart in just a few hours, it is sometimes at the detriment of the regions situated on the journey. Thus, in seeking to reach the Mediterranean coast, one often merely discover the Auvergne as we observe a landscape from a train at high speed. And this is a shame. It is necessary to know how to leave the main roads and from the onslaught of this piece of France that modernity just travels through, without stopping. A region which, as an "old piece of furniture banished in a mansard, was permeated with the smell of the attic, old time, and dream of smoke" as the writer Alexander.Vialatte1 described Auvergne.

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It was better before…

Not long ago, as I was taking a step nearer to my 40th, I answered to some girl friend of mine, surprised by my age, that what is important is to be young at heart. I think that I stopped counting the years after university as I always felt like a teenager. At some point I felt surprised to be called “Mister” by young people who never saw “Raiders of the lost Ark” at the movie theatre. According to the chameleon technique, I always followed the fashion trend of the youngest generations by playing video games with my niece or by following them at the cinema to see the last opus of Harry Potter. But finally, age catch you up. When my niece asked me if Strawberry Fields was the music of the advertisement of a mobile operator, I could not contain a shriek before teaching her (as pedagogically and boringly as possible as I saw her face) who were The Beatles. As I was trying to point out my explanation by « we have never made anything as well as they did », I realized that I was almost turning 40 and that I was made for listening the Rolling Stones or David Bowie but not Rihanna or Lady Gaga. As I am trying to teach to my nieces that we have never made something better than Vertigo, from Alfred Hitchcock or Sergeant Pepper, I have to admit that in some other cases; nostalgia helps me defend other things. Those who have recently seen the achievement of the sportsmen of their younger years know what I mean. Compared to our actual athletes, the France-Brazil match of 1984, who made us dream at the time, is now closer to a friendly match between two district teams after a rough night on the 14th of July.

Editorial

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Regarding this subject the Camping Cheque network is always aiming to improve, just like the excellent restaurants, to which we dedicate an article in this issue. With our coordinators, who travel all over Europe in order to supplement the guide 2012 with new addresses, there is no chance for you to say « It was better before ».

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Editor-in-Chief: Thomas Lambelin Writers and Translators: Jutta Wagner, Mattie Dijkstra, Camilla Dvinge, Stina Brandt Larsen, Camilla Bøggild, Stephan Saint Martin, Emmanuelle Poughon, Distribution - Production - Publications Hortense Grignac, Julie Ducret Director of Publications: Graphic Design: Karim Zaïdi Nina Dutronc Auberger, Séverine Distribution and Publicity: Léglise, Rachel Ritter Julie Ducret, Anissa Mabed

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LET TERS FROM OUR READERS

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experience using Camping Cheques? Or share anecdotes about

your holidays spent at one of the network's campsites? Do you have a comment about 3 Seasons Magazine? Do you have a

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Some campsites have asked me to pay a deposit when I booked a pitch. As a Gold Card holder, and as such an electronic cheques user, I must pay my deposit with paper cheques. This solution is not very convenient and this does not give me the right number of loyalty points I should receive. 3 Seasons / Camping Cheque answer In 2012, you will be allowed to pay your deposits with electronic camping cheques. As a matter of fact, a simple programme will allow the campsites to debit your Gold Card, from a distance and with your agreement, of the number of camping cheque necessary to pay the deposit. The loyalty points will be then credited to your fidelity account.

”How does it work with the loyalty points? How are they credited and how is it possible to use them? ”

3 Seasons / Camping Cheque answer When you pay with your Gold Card, loyalty points are automatically credited: 1 camping cheque = 1 point. You also benefit from bonuses: 6=7 and 11 = 14! For 6 cheques used, you will receive 7 loyalty points and for 11 cheques used, you will receive 14 points! You can check your loyalty point balance when you get connected to your Gold Card account on the Internet site campingcheque.com Then you have the possibility: - To transform your loyalty points onto reduction for your next Gold Card subscription, and even a free renewal of your subscription with 70 points. - To “buy” some items in the Camping Cheque store, available on our Website. - To benefit from 1 free camping cheque with 50 points. You can contact directly the Customer Relation Department at the following number 00 333 59 59 03 59.

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”We have been using Camping Cheque for several years now. We travel sometimes with our grandson and we pay directly the extra charge to the campsite. However, is it possible to know the extra fees before leaving?”

3 Seasons / Camping Cheque answer Next year, on campingcheque.com, you will find a price list of the entire campsite’s network. High season prices, extra person fees or other options proposed by the campsites will be indicated on this page.

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12 – 21 August

Malaga

4 September

Venetia

6 November

London – Brighton

Feria of Malaga

Regata Storica

Veteran Car Run

processions, costumes, exotic kitchen or fireworks will be part of the programme of these few days of the Feria. www.feria-de-malaga.es

An old tradition of 500 years: dozens of gondolas, on which Venetian people with medieval costumes jump into a race in the city canals.

An amazing race with vehicles dating from before 1905, worthy of the film of Blake Edwards “The Great Race”. www.veterancarrun.com

24 August

11 September

Buñol

Monza

The Tomatina

Italy Formula 1 Grand Prix

A battle for big kids with 25 tonnes of tomatoes in the streets of Buñol, only 40 kilometres from Valencia. www.latomatina.org

In Monza, at Ferrari’s home, the Grand Prix atmosphere is not exactly the same as in other Grand Prix. www.monzanet.it

26 – 28 August

17 September – 3 October

Reading

Munich

Reading Festival

Oktoberfest

The oldest festival of pop music in the world since 1961. Rock atmosphere guaranteed. www.readingfestival.com

The Munich event, its famous Beer feast. www.muenchen.de 8 – 11 December 7 – 15 October

Budapest

Autumn Festival 28 August

Spa

Belgium Formula 1 Grand Prix The racing circuit of Spa Francorchamps is one of the most famous of the Formula 1 season. www.fia.com 31 – August – 11 septembre

Paris

Jazz in La Villette 10 days of concerts of jazz, funk and blues in the city of La Villette www.citedelamusique.fr

Every art is represented during this week of festival: dance, music, exhibitions… www.festivalcity.hu 19 October – 21 November

Normandy

Lyon

Fête des Lumières (Festival of Lights) Three days of night festivities with wonderful lighting effects which light up the beautiful city of Lyon. www.fetedeslumieres.lyon.fr

Autumn Festival in Normandy A large choice of concerts, shows, exhibitions dispatched all over the region during one month. www.automne-en-normandie.com 2 – 6 November

Lausanne

Festival de jazz, Jazzonze+ 1st September

Amalfi

The Byzantine New Year’s Eve Parades, medieval tournaments and costumed shows to celebrate the Byzantine New Year’s Eve. info@amalfitouristoffice.it 2 – 11 September

Little brother of the prestigious Montreux Festival, this festival gathers famous artists coming from all over the world. www.jazzonzeplus.ch

Deauville

Festival of the American cinema A European look on the American cinema with films projections and maybe a chance to meet a star in the corner of a street or jogging on the beach. www.festival-deauville.com 3 Seasons n°119 - 5

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INFOS Campsites

Absalon Campsite – Copenhagen (DK)

A stay in the Danish capital EIf you compare it to Paris, London, Rome or Madrid, Copenhagen is certainly not the most prestigious of the European capitals. Discret just like the rest of its country, it is however a very beautiful town, rich of cultural visits and of many parks and garden that invite you to wander. The Absalon campsite (p. 369 of 2011 Site Directory)sets up a program of various visits in this lovely city starting this autumn. This program of 4 days and 3 nights will allow one free day and one day with a guided tour of the city of Copenhagen (coach excursion with the visit of some of the most famous site of the town: The castle of Amalienborg, the Little Mermaid, etc. and the visit of the harbour by boat). All of this supplemented by a welcome drink and a tea time moment (cake / coffee) on the campsite. Three dates have been planned already (20th-23rd of October 2011, 19th-22nd of April and 24th-27th of May 2012), you can choose to join this program in the fall or in the spring. The price per person (for a 2-person crew) is 1950 DKK (nights included). For futher information, to get the detailed program or to book your participation,you can get in touch with peer@campingferie.dk

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In Autumn, come and discover Denmark As a result of its location in northern continental Europe, we would sometimes tend to see Denmark as a peninsula prolonging the German territory towards the sea It would be wrong. This small country (43,000 km2) has a culture of its very own, looking more to its neighbors Sweden and Norway than towards the south. Fully determined to show you the different faces of their country, several campsites in the network have set up a rally of one week across the country.

This tour will take you through some of the most beautiful parts of the country: Jutland, Funen Island and even Seeland. Your visits will be shared between unaccompanied visits (do not miss Odense, the birthplace of HC Andersen) and guided tours. In Copenhagen, you will appreciate in particular a bus tour the most beautiful sites of the Danish capital, such as the Amalienborg Castle and the Little Mermaid and a harbor tour by boat with English speaking guide. In your footsteps, you will be greeted by campsites Mitte (p. 374 of the guide 2011), Nordsø (p. 356), Bøsøre (p. 365) and Absalon (p. 369). According to the program you will have the opportunity to enjoy a dinner, a welcome or departure drink, and

above all, enjoy excellent facilities (indoor pool area, sauna, spa, etc.).. If Denmark does not have the natural attractions of its two great neighbors to the north, it hides in the heart of bucolic landscapes where thousands of miles of bike paths roam, many treasures your guide will unwrap for you in this circuit .

(registration no later than April 20th, 2012). To register or obtain a detailed program: peer@campingferie.dk.

The fee for this rally is € 495 for two. It includes six nights, a guide (English and Danish) the entire time, the drinks on welcome and departure, a visit to Copenhagen (bus and boat), lunch in Copenhagen or dinner. Three dates are available: from 16th to 21st of October 2011 (registration deadline September 15th, 2011), from 15th to 20th of April 2012 (registration no later than March 15th, 2012) and 20th to 25th of May 2012

Camping Nord sø

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INFOS Campsites Baie de Somme – Picardie (F)

The Bay of Somme, 10th Grand Site de France On June 3, the Somme was awarded the classification of Grand Site de France. After sites as prestigious as the Pont du Gard and Mont St Michel, the Bay of Somme is the 10th site to obtain this label. The Grand Site de France label is a label created by the very demanding Ministry for Ecology, awarded for a period of six years; it rewards the commitment of a site for the respect of the environment. So it is for "quality of management and welcoming of the public in accordance with the spirit of the places and a sustainable development approach led for nearly 30 years," that the mixed union Somme Bay - Grand Littoral Picard has just had earned this label. The Grand Site of the Somme Bay spreads across 17 200 hectares of land and sea with 11 180 protected for their landscape value (Marquenterre classified sites, from the tip of the Cape and Hourdel Hornu). It is part of a vast area that stretches from the valley of the Authie to that of the Bresle over nearly 70 km. White and gray dunes succeed one another with wet meadows, peat bogs, woods and water bodies that make up the landscapes of beautiful changing colors according to time and marshes. . To discover this site, you can stay at the Kawan Village la ferme des Aulnes (p. 33 of 2011 Site Directory), Kawan Village le Val d'Authie (p. 34), Kawan Village le Ridin (p. 35) or at Val de Trie (p. 36).

Kawan Village la Route Blanche – Normandie (F)

A new bar on the Road The Kawan Village la Route Blanche (p. 48 of guide 2011), located on the Normandy coast in Breville sur Mer, has a new bar. With a design in the colors of woodland, this bar has an atmosphere conducive to tasting a drink with friends or to monitor the broadcasts of major sporting events on television. And to compensate for possible abuses related to the new bar, the site also has fitness equipment outdoors.

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INFOS Campsites L'Aiguille Creuse – Haute-Normandie (F)

A new indoor pool at the Aiguille Creuse The campsite Aiguille Creuse (p. 39 of the 2011 Site Directory), located only a few kilometres away from the famous cliffs of Etretat, has sheltered its swimming pool this winter. This brand new indoor pool will be opened til the 25th of September. Another reason to make you stay even more enjoyable on the campsite ideally situated for those who wish to visit the Coast of Albâtre.

Erratum The campsite Les Terrasses Provençales (p. 224 on the guide 2011) proposes special offers 6=7 and 11=14, but only in pre-season. These offers are not valid from 01/09 until 30/09/2011 as it was already indicated in the Camping Cheque guide 2011.

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In our last issue, we have presented the campsite « La Petite Motte » situated in La Grande Motte. An error has occurred in article,Arnoutchot the campsite does Lethe camping (p. 635 du not guide special offer propose 2011) nethe porte pas le bon6=7. numéro sur la carte européenne Camping Cheque. Il porte en effet le numéro 135 alors qu'il On the contrary of what is indicated in devrait porter le numéro 635. the Dutch version of the guide, Kawan Village Club Lac de Bouzey, (p. 184 on Le camping Beauproposes Rivage Bellerive (p. 161 the guide 2011), the special du guide 2011)01/10 est mal positionné sur la offer 2=3 from until 31/12, and carte. Il devrait se situer not from 29/08 until 31/12.à proximité de Vichy alors que la carte le situe vers St Nectaire. In the document “Wellness” of our last issue, the dates of acceptation of the Une erreurRiva s'estBella glissée dans le guide&sur campsite Nature Resort la page du camping DroomPark SchoneSpa are not correct (p.267 on the guide veld (p.Indeed, 308 du the guide 2011). L'offre Gold campsite accepts 2011). Card devrait cheques mentionner « réservation the camping from: 19/01 until gratuite » et19/12/2011. non pas « ré14/05 andavec fromacompte 19/09 until servation gratuite et sans acompte » comme indiqué dans le guide.

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Kawan Village le Bois Vert – Poitou-Charentes (F)

New Sanitary Block The campsite Le Bois Vert (p. 84 in Site Directory 2011) is now equipped with a brand new sanitary block. This new block will be partly heated during the coldest months and besides family showers and baby showers, it has on offer a “special” room for cyclists. This room will be equipped with a refrigerator, a table, a micro-wave and some space to park the bicycles.

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INFOS Campsites

't Kuierpadtien – Drenthe (NL)

Opening of the High Rope Adventure Park on the campsite ‘t Kuierpadtien The Dutch campsite, ‘t Kuierpadtien (p. 293 on the guide 2011), nestled on the banks of a lake in the North of The Netherlands, has celebrated this year, its brand new adventure park, called High Rope Adventure Parc. Ideal for active family vacations. This park will delight the open-air sports lovers with several activities: climbing, Monkey Bridge, etc… Everything is set up at several metres high. With one special attraction, the « Eagle flight », the longest zip wire of The Netherlands: 517 metres long. Sensations guaranteed, even for the most adepts of extreme sports. Obviously, the park is declined in several difficulty levels with circuit supervised by instructors and made for children from 4 years old. This adventure park will complete the activity programme already proposed by the campsite‘t Kuierpadtien: swimming-pool (indoor and outdoor), artificial ski slope, archery, mountain bike… To get more information about the adventure park, you can contact the campsite directly: www.kuierpad.nl, tel.: +31 591 38 14 15

L'Estuaire – Poitou-Charentes (F)

Extension of the acceptation dates

Kawan Village Camping l'Amfora – Costa Brava (ES)

New at the Amfora Campsite The Spanish campsite Amfora(p. 597 du guide 2011), a well-known address to the Camping Cheque customers, doesn’t cease to improve. This year, the campsite has invested in wifi by satellite and has undertaken the renovation of its reception and asphalting of the campsite alleys. 3 Seasons n°119 - 10

The campsite l’Estuaire (p. 94 on the guide 2011), nestled in a nature environment, close to a small harbour, has decided to extend its Camping Cheque acceptation dates to welcome you during all summer. No need to wait until August, 20th, you can now visit this campsite and its wild life region, especially appreciated by ornithologists.

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INFOS Campsites © www.holland.com

In brief

The polish campsite Morski nr 21 (p. 422 of guide 2011) has changed its website address. From now on you can get further details of this campsite at this address: www.camping21.pl

Kawan Village Delftse Hout – Zuid-Holland (NL)

The regional market of Randstad The Randstad is the conurbation which brings together the cities of Utrecht, Amsterdam, The Hague and Rotterdam. At the heart of this vast urban area lies the pretty town of Delft and Kawan Village Delftse Hout (p. 305 of the guide 2011). Enjoy your stay in this campsite in October and visit the regional markets of Randstadwhich are held on October 8th,

2011 in the small town of Den Hoorn. On this market, where everything can be eaten, you can discover a flock of regional products. All complemented by live entertainment. This market, which is the fifth edition, is increasingly popular, so it is advisable to arrive by bicycle, which facilitates access.

't Kuierpadtien – Drenthe (NL)

Summer Camp in 't Kuierpadtien The Dutch campsite,’t Kuierpadtien (p. 293 on the guide 2011), accepts camping cheques until July, 16th and from August, 8th. Nevertheless, in order to extend your summer vacations, a Camping Cheque “special extension” has been set up. A site of 40 pitches, exclusively dedicated to Camping Cheque customers, will be open from 09/07 until 21/08. This second campsite will propose a programme of

Due to technical reasons, the campsite la Yole (p. 86 du guide 2011), in Vendée will have to shut its doors on the 24/09 and not on the29/09/2011 as announced previously.

The Kawan Village le Bois Vert (p. 84 of guide 2011) has equipped the whole of the campsite with wifi. This service comes at an extra charge (7€ per day to 25€ for the whole week unlimited).

activities, specially made for Camping Cheque customers. During this period, the Camping tariff does not include the environment tax and the dog. And last but not least, the campsite also offers a 25% discount on the accropark (see article in the columns “info”), for the whole family. It is necessary to book on site.

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INFOS Campsites

De Schatberg – Limburg (NL)

« Cablepark » on the De Schatberg campsite With its Indoor Waterpark complex, its bowling, its electric boats, its sports fields or the fishing pond, camping De Schatberg (p. 313 of the guide 2011), located in the southeast of the Netherlands, was already a destination for active holidays. It is even more so today with its new wakeboard course. Wakeboarding is a variant of waterskiing with one ski (the equivalent of snowboarding on snow). Attached to a cable, up to 11 "wake boarders" are towed at 30 km / h on the water along a path of 780 meters. Before venturing

out on a board to sample the joys of skiing it does, however, require training with an instructor. The equipment can be rented on site.

For futher information on the campsite’s Cable Park, you can get in touch directly with De Schatberg : www.schatberg.nl, tel. : +31 774 67 77 77.

Gulperberg – Zuid Limburg (NL)

Special rate for golfers in the Limburg region The campsite Gulperberg (p. 312 on the guide 2011), in the South of the Netherlands between Maastricht and Aix la Chapelle, is situated only 3 kilometres from the very nice golf course of Het Rijk van Margraten (18 holes and 9 holes, by 3). Thanks to the campsite Gulperberg, the golf lovers will have the possibility to practice their swing at a special rate of 50€/day, and 55€/weekend.

Kawan Village le Mas de Reilhe – Languedoc-Roussillon

Heated Swimming Pool Since the beginning of the season, the campsite le Mas de Reilhe (p. 149 in Site Directory 2011) offers, to its customers, a heated pool kept at 25°C. Another way to discover, in low season, the region of Nîmes, the Cevennes and the Camargue: Pont du Gard, Cirque of Navacelle, Aigues Mortes…

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INFOS Campsites Camping le Lidon – Poitou-Charentes (F)

Campsite at the heart of the Marais Poitevin The campsite Le Lidon (p. 85 on the guide 2011) invites you to discover the Regional Parc of Marais Poitevin, often little known. As a matter of fact, this small area of France offers verdant landscapes, adorned with streams, giving its nickname of “Green Venetia”. And if you wish to leave the green for the blue of the Atlantic Ocean, for a day, La Rochelle, Rochefort or Royan are just close by. Please notice that in our last issue, a small error has been detected in the article about Le Lidon. We associated this campsite to Indigo, but it is not part of this network anymore.

Kawan Village le Val d'Authie – Picardie (F)

Wifi on the campsite The Kawan Village le Val d’Authie (p. 34 on the guide 2011), situated in the Bay of Somme, offers, from now on, a Wi-Fi connection extended to the whole campsite. This service comes at an extra charge but it is also possible to get connected for free at the campsite’s reception, during its opening time.

Camping Monte Holiday – Madrid (ES)

A swimming-pool accessible to everybody The Spanish campsite Monte Holiday (p. 582 on the guide 2011) has just installed a lift in the swimming-pool in order to give the access to everybody, including people with disability. This lift will strengthen the efforts made by the campsite, for several years, to ease the access to people with disability: access ramp at the reception or the bar-restaurant, adapted sanitary etc.

Recreatiecentrum de Noordduinen – Zuid-Holland (NL)

Fish tasting in Katwijk The history of the city of Katwijk aan Zee has always been linked to fishing and fish. To celebrate this relationship, on September 2nd and 3rd, the city organizes « Visculinair Katwijk ». In the picturesque atmosphere of Andreasplain Square, boarded with charming cottages, the most famous restaurants will hold stands where it will be possible to taste different dishes made of fish from Katwijk and its region. To participate in this event, you can stay on the campsite Recreatiecentrum of Noordduinen –p. 304 on the guide 2011). 3 Seasons n°119 - 13

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INFOS Campsites Visa pour l'Image – Languedoc-Roussillon (F) Every year for two weeks, Perpignan becomes the capital of photojournalism at the festival "Visa pour l'Image, which". This festival is in its 23rd edition, an opportunity for lovers of photography, whether beginners or advanced amateur, to admire the works of great photographers witnesses of their time. Photographers being honoured during the festival are photographers working on major topics: war, environment, religion, etc. All provide a look at the many faces of the contemporary world and raise our awareness to the problems of other cultures. All through strong and photographic works of great beauty. Therefore many exhibitions take place in the Catalan city throughout the festival from August 27th to September 11th.

In addition to these exhibitions, the festival offers evenings of screenings at the Campo Santo (August 29 to September 3) and the Republic Square (from 1 to 3 September). These projections come back in pictures of the key events of the past year: Arab revolutions, 10 September 11, war in Afghanistan, Fukushima, etc. I you wish o obtain further details on this festival: www.visapourlimage.com. To stay close to Pervignan : Kawan Village le Haras (p. 133 of guide 2011), Kawan Village Ma Prairie (p. 134) or even l'Oasis (p. 135). © Valerio Bispuri. Encerrados – Voyage dans les prisons d’Amérique du Sud #65. Prisoners dancing in the jail courtyard. Lima, Peru, December 2006.

Turiscampo – Algarve (PT)

Droompark de Zanding – Veluwe (NL)

Spa in Algarve

New Name and New Look for De Zanding The campsite De Zanding (p. 298 in Site Directory 2011), gateway to the National Park of the Veluwe, has just had a change of owner. Consequently, the campsite has changed its name from Vakantiepark de Zanding to become Droompark de Zanding. Beside its new name, the campsite has also been given a new look, which has been focused on flowers, bushes… The occasion to (re)discover this beautiful campsite nestled in the heart of greenery on the banks of a lake.

Designated as one of the sunniest place of Europe, the Algarve was already a selected destination during the coolest months of the year. With its brand new spa, directly laid out on the terrace of its swimming-pool, the campsite Turiscampo (Portugal) (p. 628 in the 2011 Site Directory) gives you now one more incentive to come and visit the extreme South Western part of Europe.

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THE GOOD LIFE

Dinner is ready! When we talk about camping we immediately think about barbecue, tomatoes salad and melon. Actually, more and more campsites have lovely restaurants, where the quality gets better and better, time after time. Very often, the restaurant proposes local specialties or dishes made with local products. Among all the campsites of the network, we have listed some of our favourite places.

In this issue, we will list a choice of French, Italian and Spanish campsites’ restaurants. We will then propose to you a list of restaurants in the other European campsites in our next issue of the 3 Seasons.

Kawan Village les Ranchisses In the authentic atmosphere of a wonderful Ardèche building made of stone, Kawan Village Les Ranchisses (p. 231) proposes to campers, an excellent table, with regional products (smoked local ham, and Ardèche salad), a choice of meats (rabbit leg with walnuts and figues, conserve of lamb with honey or pork fillet) or fishes (plate of three smoked fishes, grilled Pollock fillet). Menu from 22€ to 28,50€

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Kawan Village Château de l'Epervière It is inconceivable to be in Burgundy and not to propose gastronomic food. The restaurant at Château de l’Epervière is divided between a terrace and an elegant dining room, sheltered by the fortified walls of the castle. On the menu, you will find Burgundy specialties like oeufs en moeurette (eggs with wine sauce), or snails, but also a large range of fishes and meats; and last but not least: succulent Burgundy wines (in moderation). Menus from 18,90€ to 31,50€ Open every evening. Closed on Wednesdays.

Kawan Village Camp de Florence Kawan Village Château le Verdoyer Nestled on the banks of a pond in the Green Périgord, the Château Le Verdoyer shelters inside its stone walls, an excellent restaurant proposing local dishes (duck delicacies: confit, foie gras, gésiers…) and a special local dish: buffalo meat, bred in the area, only a few kilometres from the campsite. And to get your tastebuds going, the restaurant of Château Le Verdoyer invites you to discover its “Menu d’Accueil” (Welcome Menu) for your first evening on the campsite : (starter, main dish, desert) at a special price of 12€ (this offer is only valid for your first evening on the campsite and only on booking at your arrival on the campsite). News 2011: Tabl’grills has been laid out on the pond. Menus from 12€ to 42€ Closed on Wednesdays.

Gastronomy of the Gers Region is one of the most famous in France with dishes made of poultry (duck conﬁt, duck ﬁllet, foie gras…) or also digestive drinks like Armagnac. Kawan Village Le Camp de Florence situated in the heart of the Gers region, in front of La Romieu abbey church, wanted to pay a tribute to this beauty. In the picturesque atmosphere of its restaurant, or on its sheltered terrace, it is possible to taste all the regional specialties and also a succulent cassoulet (dish with haricot beans and duck, goose...) Menu from 17,9 € to 22,9 € Closed on Tuesdays

Kawan Village le Coin Tranquille Cooking is very important at Le Coin Tranquille (p.216), where Gilles and Martine Vallon, owners of the site and this since the beginning of Camping Cheque, have organized theme holidays with cooking lessons. The restaurant, a table well-known by the local clients as well as the Camping Cheque customers, offers a large menu of fishes and regional specialties. Every Wednesday evening, from mid-June until midSeptember, the restaurant proposes a barbecue evening with a giant buffet in a festive atmosphere. Menus from 13€ to 36€ Open at midday and every evening. Closed on Wednesdays and Tuesdays evenings.

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THE GOOD LIFE

Kawan Village Lac de la Liez With a nice terrace overlooking the Champagne’s hills and the Lac de la Liez, the restaurant of Kawan Village Lac de la Liez is one of the many good tables on our network. Among the various specialties of the Chef, you will find , amongst others, a home-made foie gras, dishes cooked with Burgundy truffles (scallop brochettes with truffles, fillet with truffle butter…) but also specialties of the Region Champagne and Burgundy (Boeuf Bourguignon, beef roasted with wine sauce), and a large choice of fishes and seafood (Tagliatelles with crayfishes, pikeperch with chanterelle mushrooms…)

Menu from 18,5 € to 28 €

Kawan Village Domaine de Champé Situated at the entrance of the campsite, the “Auberge” of Domaine de Champé (p. 186 on guide 2011) is also the heart of the campsite. This bar-restaurant, oﬀers a warm atmosphere, at the image of its owners.It is really appreciated by the campers. You can taste some grilled meats, risotto, veal kidneys, spare ribs or Carpaccio. The place dedicated to the restaurant of Domaine de Champé has been developed to oﬀer a new wine bar. In a very elegant atmosphere, you will be invited to taste “Grands Crus” wines coming from all parts of France. A la carte menu

Kawan Village Florenz Monte Holiday The campsite Monte Holiday (p. 582 on guide 2011) offers one the best tables of Spain. Held by Cristina, inspired by the biggest chefs of Spain’s contemporary kitchen, she likes playing with savours in order to create complex and creative mixes, between modern and traditional cuisine. On the menu, you will find a wide variety of original dishes like Ratatouille with eggs and truffles, mushrooms with iced onions, mille-feuille of capon with truffles and grilled potatoes and cannelloni with mushrooms and almonds.

The campsite Florenz (p. 560 on guide 2011) owns its restaurant, the « Monnalisa », situated on the beach and offering a panoramic view on the sea. This restaurant proposes a refined cuisine mainly prepared with fishes and seafood. However, it proposes several meats and several noodles dishes as well as Italian specialties. All the dishes are made with regional products such as olive oil or Italian wines.

Menus from 17 € to 29 € Closed from Monday to Tuesday in low season 3 Seasons n°119 - 17

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ZOOM > France > D ordogne Périgord > La Chapelle Aubareil

La Fage

LOCAL SITeS Of INTeReST Sarlat

At the heart of the Black Perigord 3 Seasons takes you on a discovery of the campsite La Fage, a 4 stars small family campsite, located at the heart of the Black Perigord. To open up its own campsite is the dream of many campers. If you are going to turn this dream into reality, you might as well do it in an area that you love. That was the chain of thoughts of Patrick and Agnès Dubois when they decided to leave the area of Picardie and to come and set up camp in the Black Périgord, an area that they knew well as they use to come camping regularly here for years. So 10 years ago, they took over a small campsite created 15 years earlier in La Fage. ‘It was love at first sight” admits Patrick. “We were swept off our feet by the landmark of the campsite which leaves the upper hand to pure camping. » A campsite nested on a wooded hill that has, apart from its setting, the advantage of being ideally located, close to the main sites of the Black Périgord: Sarlat (17 km), Lascaux (7km) or even the gardens of the Eyrignac Castle (12 km). After renovating the swimming pool and building a brand new sanitary block, Patrick and Agnes equipped the site with levelled pitches to be able to welcome

motor homes as well as « great comfort » pitches (100 m2, 10 A, water, drainage system), with special thoughts for off season periods. With 60 pitches, La Fage is a family campsite where Patrick is at the reception desk and Agnès looks after the restaurant where of course she offers menus périgourdins with locals specialities such as, confis, duck terrine, or walnut tart. Actually, it is this owners’ involvement, the campsite human size and the quality of the welcome that is voted overwhelmingly in favor by the customers of La Fage. To prove this, check out the excellent grades received by this campsite on the Camping Cheque website and the many campers that keep coming back every summer. n The + - Half nocturnal guided walks from the campsite every Thursdays in July and August - a campsite on a human scale

With its elegant medieval buildings of blond rock and honey, Sarlat is the jewel of Perigord and undoubtedly one of the prettiest towns in France. www.sarlat-tourisme.com

The Cave of Lascaux This cave is the emblem of a region particularly rich in prehistoric sites (The National Museum of Prehistory in Les Eyzies is located at the heart of the 200 prehistoric sites listed in the Dordogne). To preserve it, we no longer visit the original, but the facsimile reproduced very faithfully the spectacular cave paintings in the cave. www.lascaux.culture.fr

The Gardens of the Eyrignac Manor House These gardens blend the 18th Frenchstyle gardens with the topiary art of Tuscany. They make up a beautiful green edged maze with yew, hornbeam or cypress. www.eyrignac.com

Special offer: 6=7 • 2=3 (1/5-31/5) Gold Card offer 11=14 Camping cheques accepted 01/05/2011 - 16/07/2011 20/08/2011 - 30/09/2011

Camping La Fage FR-24290 La Chapelle Aubareil +33 5 53 50 76 50 www.camping-lafage.com camping.lafage@wanadoo.fr p.102 of the 2011 guide

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ZOOM > The Netherlands > Veluwe > Emst

Camping de Wildhoeve A Nature Haven in the heart of the Veluwe For the past 50 years, the campsite de Wildhoeve has welcomed campers in the heart of the wooden region of the Veluwe. 3 Seasons invites you for a walk in its paths. Created in 1954, the campsite de Wildhoeve has become a family enterprise in 1971, when bought by the family Van der Kaaden. At that time, the campsite was not able to offer the comfort of today’s facilities like the indoor swimming-pool with waterslide, the outdoor pool, the modern sanitary facilities with special spaces made for children, the store, or also the pub. The campsite has been managed, during 30 years by Karen Van Der Kaaden’s parents, who passed it on to their daughter in 2000. She is today seconded by René Zweers and they are working hard to keep on improving the quality of the services, in the same spirit as always, but they keep a particular concern about the environment. The numerous awards received are the witnesses of their success: Golden Green Key, Superplatz of ADAC, Eurotopcamping ANWB, etc... Its fame is also due to the

clients who appreciate in particular the swimming-pool with new water games, the greenery environment favourable to camp in harmony with nature and all the possibilities of cycling paths offering wonderful views of wild animals (stags, deers…). And if you still need one more reason to go camping in the region of the Veluwe, the Wildhoeve campsite’s restaurant has just been integrated in the guide “Euro-Toques” which focuses on restaurants preserving cooking traditions by using local products. n

LOCAL SITeS Of INTeReST Het Loo Palace 14 km This old royal building from the 17th Century is now open to public. Circled with beautiful gardens “à la française”, the residence shelters the Chancellery Museum that you are invited to visit.

Deventer 20 km Deventer is one of the oldest town of The Netherlands, which has been developed in the first half of the second thousand years, specially thanks to its situation close to Ijssel river. A large number of monuments have been renovated in the old town in order to keep the medieval atmosphere of the site.

Dolfinarium of Harderwijk 30 km A marine mammal park. The Dolfinarium of Harderwijk proposes a one-day programme with 9 shows

The + - A nature environment, in the heart of the Veluwe forests. - Numerous cycling paths close to the campsite. Camping cheques accepted 01/04/2011 - 26/04/2011 09/05/2011 - 31/05/2011 14/06/2011 - 09/07/2011 21/08/2011 - 30/09/2011

Hanendorperweg 102 NL-8166 JJ Emst +31 578 66 13 24 www.wildhoeve.nl info@wildhoeve.nl p.297 of the 2011 guide 3 Seasons n° 119 - 19

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E VENT Wereldhavendagen

Wereldhavendagen

Rotterdam honours i Where to get lodge during the Wereldhavendagen: Kawan Village Recreatiecentrum Koningshof (p.303) Gold Card special offer: Free pre-booking, without down payment www.koningshofholland.nl Recreatiecentrum De Noordduinen (p.304) Gold Card special offer: Free pre-booking, without down payment www.noordduinen.nl Kawan Village Delfste Hout (p.305) Gold Card special offer: Free pre-booking, without down payment www.delftsehout.nl â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;t Weergors (p.306) Gold Card special offer: 2-week stay = 1 regional product www.weergors.nl Biesbosch Marina (p.309) www.campingbiesboschmarina.nl

For more information about the Wereldhavendagen, you can check the website

www.wereldhavendagen.nl (English and Dutch site).

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When you are the first commercial harbour of Europe, and the third in the world, you can self celebrate once a year. That is what Rotterdam allows itself to do at the beginning of September with 3 days of feast to honour its harbour. Boat trips, concerts, entertainments for children or demonstrations are part of the programme of the event, the Wereldhavendagen, which will be held on September, 2nd, 3rd and 4th 2011.

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E VENT Wereldhavendagg en

s its harbour or a long time, Rotterdam was the biggest commercial harbour in the world. The emergence of Asia, made Shanghai and Singapore take the first and second places. However, with almost 430 millions of merchandises treated in 2010, the harbour keeps easily its first place in Europe. Proud of its economic role in the European scale, thanks to its maritime activity, the city of Rotterdam has decided to celebrate its harbour once a year, at the beginning of September, during Wereldhavendagen (World Harbour Days). During three days, the harbour becomes a place of festivities with numerous entertainments such as boat

trips, educative activities, concerts or visits of places usually closed to public. If the huge harbour area is visible to everybody, from a distance, it is, however, difficult to access and to circulate quietly. Its daily activity remains a mystery to everyone. The 3 days of the Wereldhavendagen is the occasion to invite the population to discover its working way. Demonstrations are set down by different companies, working in the harbour, and several boats of the harbour authorities are open to inquisitive people. Also, guided visits are organized in English and Dutch. If you are passionate or not by the maritime world and the life in the

commercial harbours, the 3 days of the feast of the Wereldhavendagen are a chance to plunge into a fascinating world but also participate to several entertainments which are held in Rotterdam during the whole weekend; punctuated by fireworks on the Saturday evening. n

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DESTINATION Auvergne

Auvergne, soil of water and fire

Aurillac Saint-Flour

Le Puy-en-Velay

Besse

Lac Pavin

Puy de Sancy

Lac de Chambon

Murol Puy de Dôme

Clermont-Ferrand Vichy

Montluçon

Moulins

Moulins Montluçon Vichy

Clermont-Ferrand Puy de Dôme

Murol Puy de Sancy

Lac de Chambon Lac Pavin

Besse Saint-Flour

Aurillac

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Le Puy-en-Velay

Thhose of us whhosse work reqquiress travelling thousands of miles agreee: Mootorw ways aree a woonderfuul inveention. However,r,r if they enabble us to liink two places fa far apartt in just a fe f w hours, it is someetim mes at thhe detrrim ment off the regiions situated on the journneyy. Thuus, in seeekinng to reacch the Mediterranean coast, onne oft ften merely disscooveer the Auvergnne as we observe a ft lanndscaape frrom a train att high speedd. And this is a shame. It is neceessary too know how too leavve thhe main roads and from the onslaught of this piiece of frannce thhat modernity just trravels throough, withhout stoppinng. A reegion which, as an "olld piece of fuurniiture banished in a maansard, was permeated with the sm mell of the attic, oldd time, annd dream of smoke" as the writerr Alexxander.Viallatte1 described Auvergne 1.

1 - In thee anthology "Dern r iè rn i re res es nouve v lllle ve les es de d l'h ' omme" 'h

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It is on rocky peaks, which seem to be only reachable by birds, that the Puy en Velay has built its beautiful cathedral Notre Dame.

Vichy, spa town

Where to stay close to Vichy

The variety of spring waters is one of the blessings of volcanic soil which forms the volcanic ground of Auvergne. On this richness, the Auvergne has developed significant spa tourism around names such as La Bourboule, Chaudes-Aigues or St. Nectaire. However, the most famous spa resort of Auvergne remains, undoubtedly Vichy This small town on the banks of the Allier has, through its spa heritage of the late 19th century and its great parks, the quaint charm of the great cities of water. Walking through the city one will appreciate the eclecticism of its architecture, a large number shops and the wide variety of leisure (casino, horse races, opera, exhibitions, etc.).

Beau Rivage (p. 161) Take advantage of this charming campsite located on the banks of the Allier river to discover the town of Vichy, only 3 km away. Please note, following a mistake, the campsite was wrongly place on the Camping Cheque road map. Don’t trust it: the campsite is correctly situated close to Vichy, in Bellerive sur Allier. www.camping-beaurivage.com Camping cheques accepted 01/04/2011 – 08/07/2011 22/08/2011 – 15/10/2011 Special offer: 6=7

he Auvergne gets its appearance from the volcanoes that have designed much of its landscape. Unalterable, these mountains with rounded peaks or cliffs keep watch on the region for millions of years. They spread from the West between Clermont-Ferrand and Aurillac. One hundred volcanoes are spread, from north to south, between the Puys, Monts Dore and Monts du Cantal. This spectacular volcanic group makes up the largest regional park in France. The landscapes change according to the age

of volcanoes that range from 100,000 years for the youngest to 20 million years for the oldest. Emblematic figure of the park, Puy de Dome is the highest peak in the chain of Puys (1465 m). From his bare skull, hikers enjoy an exceptional view of surrounding volcanoes, sometimes rounded, and sometimes hollowed with huge craters. When the weather is mild, it is even possible to see the Mont Blanc. A panorama that has nothing to envy to the one offered from the Puy de Sancy, the highest point in central n n n

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DESTINATION Auvergne 1 – Situated in the town of Mont Dore, the lake of Guéry is the highest lake of Auvergne (1244 m.). Like every other lake in the Monts Dore, its origin comes from volcanoes.

2 – Separated between lower and higher city, Saint-Flour is a city of character which overlooks the Ander Valley. 4 – The market fairs in Auvergne are the best places to appreciate the choice of local regional products: salt meats products, Aubrac or Salers meat, cheeses (St Nectaire, Cantal, etc…), green lentils of Puy en Velay…

n n n France (1885 m). Associated with the fire of volcanoes, ice was also involved in the shape of Auvergne. It is probably in the region of Monts Dore that its impact remains the most visible. The thick ice sheet (over 100 meters thick) that covered the region in the Quaternary Period dug deep valleys and lakes that gave birth to what still characterize it today. Thus, around each bend, we discover, in the lush green mountains, crystal clear lakes like the Lake of Chambon or Lake Pavin which in fine weather, transform themselves with recreational areas with bathing beaches and multiple opportunities for water sports If the main attractions of Auvergne are born from nature and the joint work of water and fire, mankind also marked the area of its footprint with several major architectural landmarks first and foremost being the Puy-en-Velay. This city, starting point of one of the most famous roads to St. Jacques de

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Compostela, is dominated by rocky peaks where a chapel holds pride of place, a monumental virgin and the Cathedral of Our Lady, a beautiful Romanesque edifice tinged with Byzantine influences legacy of the Crusades. Its framework and the richness of its buildings make the Puy-en-Velay one of the most original location of France. Due to a suburb not always very inviting, Clermont-Ferrand is not necessary as readily accessible in the eyes of tourists. But one must go further and explore an old city full of surprises such as the Cathedral of Our Lady which owes its color to the black lava of Volvic, which was used in its construction. But it is in small towns such as Besse, Saint-Flour or Murol that one can best soak up the rural charm of this region. Especially with the numerous markets stalls trimmed with meats and cheeses: Saint Nectaire, Bleu d'Auvergne or Cantal. The opportunity to immerse oneself in the

2 – Despite a few attractive suburban area, Clermont-Ferrand, its old tow and its cathedral made of black lava stones, is worth the detour.

authentic and timeless Auvergne that reveals itself only to those who can leave motorway. n

for more information about Auvergne: To know more about Auvergne, you can visit the website of the Comité Départemental du Tourisme de l'Auvergne (Tourist Board of the Auvergne region): www.auvergne-tourisme.info and also the websites of the Parc Régional des Volcans d'Auvergne (Volcanoes Regional Park of Auvergne): www.parc-volcans-auvergne.com or the Parc Régional du Livradois - Forez (Regional Park of Livradois - Forez): www.parc-livradois-forez.org

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Where to stay in Auvergne: Kawan Village Camping de Vaubarlet (p.160) www.vaubarlet.com Les Chanterelles (p.162) www.revea-vacances.fr/campings/ Camping Indigo Royat (p.163) www.camping-indigo.com Camping des Châ&#x20AC;&#x2122;tis de la Siauve (p.164) www.camping-chtis-15.com Le Petit Bois (p.165) www.revea-vacances.fr/campings/ Le Val Saint Jean (p.166) www.tourismevalsaintjean.fr

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CIRCUIT Sweden and Nor way

Biggest city at the North of the Arctic Circle, Tromsø is one of the most famous places to observe aurora borealis.

Countries of endless wilderness where man has grown respecting the majestic nature: Sweden and Norway stretch over 14 million square km. This huge territory is divided into a multitude of amazing landscapes that send an invitation to contemplation. In the North, in the less populated area, awaits the North Cape: the Grail of the traveller, with its arctic landscapes bathed in a surreal light. However, the Grail is only the ultimate reward of a journey already rich in pleasures. 3 Seasons invites you to ride in our footsteps and attempt the adventure with a journey to the edge of northern Europe. 3 Seasons n°119 - 26

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Indian summer

Mythic destination which invites you to dream, the North Cape remains a unique experience for all travellers who dared to explore it.

in the land of the midnight sun F

or those seeking to join the North Cape from Denmark, the road seems endless when one looks at it on a map. From the first steps in Sweden to the northern tip of Norway, it is nearly 4000 kilometres we have to actually cover. But the beauties of the landscapes of Sweden

and Norway, which alternate lakes, fjords and mountains, make the trip even more enjoyable. Around every corner, there are new reasons to be amazed. Admittedly, these two countries are among the most nature orientated in Europe. With an average density of 17 inhabitants per square

km it is very far away from countries like France (112 inhabitant / km²), Germany (230 inhabitants / km²) or the Netherlands (398 inhabitants / km²). Here nature is queen and vast areas remain outside of any human life. Yet, our first kilometres were not a wild destination: the landscape of n n n

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n n n Skåne, the province which forms the southern tip of Sweden, is composed of fields stretching to the horizon dotted with castles that are a reminiscent of the sweetness of Denmark. However, as our route takes us further north, it opens us to vast forests, huge lakes, tundra where orchids bloom on the island of Öland, or carved shores of the archipelago of Bohuslän, Stockholm. Of all the places we passed through during our journey it is the Dalarna we liked best. If its landscapes are lovely, they are nothing magical. Yet it is the most Swedish of all regions, the cradle of traditions. The villages of former times are still intact and customs of the past are still very much alive, especially during the fires of St. Jean when people put on their colourful costumes for the festivities 3 Seasons n°119 - 28

filled with music and dance. It is at the border between Sweden and Norway as the main mountain ranges rising from Scandinavia form a succession of high plateaus dominated by several peaks (some of which reach the 2500 meters). These are covered with glaciers, not because of their height but because of their northern latitude. These mountains collapse rapidly to form the plains on the eastern slope of Sweden (except in the far north of Sweden), then the foothills make up a much more varied terrain on the Norwegian side. The Winter Olympics of 1994 in Lillehammer highlighted the beauty of the Norwegian mountains. Among the most spectacular sites in this part of Norway, one will retain the Valley Gudbrandsdal which outlines over more than 200 km the deep furrow from the mountains. These territories, home to the Jotunheimen Massif, the highest peaks in Norway (over 275 peaks above 2000 meters) are propitious to outdoor sports like hiking or mountain biking in summer and winter sports during the coldest months of the year. The most courageous amongst us will launch to conquer the highest point in Northern Europe (The Galdhøpiggen, 2463 meters) or to play tightrope walkers on the

A shore made of lace From Göteborg to the Norwegian border, the west coast of Sweden is torn in a multitude of small islands and numerous rocks of greater or lesser size that make up the archipelago of Bohuslän. The line of ridges is dotted with colourful fishing villages. The islands (very popular with nesting birds and therefore birdwatchers) are accessible, for some, by bridges and other by ferries. One of the finest views on the shores of Bohuslän is accessible from the entrance to the island of Tjörn, just after passing through the 5 km bridge. The Bohuslän has a superb archaeological site with rock carvings in Tanum (1500-500 BC). Where to stay to visit Bohuslän : Hafsten Camping (p. 351 of the 2011 guide) is nested on a peninsula on the bank of the Bohuslän. It offers a setting of pure beauty with views on the archipelago and has a sand beach. It is an ideal location to visit the area. This magnificent campsite also offers many sport activities: horse riding, canoe, boats hire, sea fishing etc. Camping cheques accepted: 02/01/2011 – 14/06/2011 15/08/2011 – 31/12/2011 www.hafsten.se Lagunen Camping och Stugor (p. 349 du guide 2011) Camping cheques accepted: 01/01/2011 – 01/07/2011 01/08/2011 – 31/12/2011 www.lagunen.se

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CIRCUIT Sweden and Nor way A valley with traditional charm This long valley was carved by the river Otra in an area of high plateaus. Its slopes are traversed by mountain torrents which, from time to time, turn into waterfalls. Strolling around the river widens to become a chain of lakes. A lovely scenic route (Highway 9) runs along the valley and offers beautiful views. The Setesdal folklore has preserved an authentic and alive fee to it. Where to stay to visit the Setesdal: Neset Camping (p. 351 of 2011 guide ) has settled on a peninsula in the peaceful countryside of southern Norway, facing the Byglandsfjord. It is the ideal destination to relax in beautiful surroundings. 2

narrow Ridge Bessegen. In any case, the amazing views we discover are a fantastic reward indeed. Abandoning inland Norway, embark on a discovery of its shores. Norway has over 2500 km of coastline (83 000 km if one takes into account the islands!) most of which is cut out in fjords. Without specificity, Norwegian Fjord is however a national specialty. The word is also of Norwegian origin and refers to these arms of the sea: long and narrow which penetrate inland. If there are fjords in other parts of the world, their quantity and size make it an emblematic landscape of the country. If we admire many over the south coast, particularly in Oslo which nestles at the bottom of one of them, the most impressive are on the Atlantic coast. We remain speechless indeed in front of the wonders of nature that are the Sognefjord (the longest, with its 205 km) and the Geirangerfjord at the bottom of which lies the town of Geiranger. This is probably the most beautiful fjords in the country and the most beautiful views one can admire lie along the route of the Eagles, a scenic route that climbs to 620 meters. The road is tortuous, with several hairpin bends; it is advisable that owners of very n n n

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1 - Archipelago of 7 floating islands at the North of the Polar Circle, Lofoten islands benefit however from a very mild climate, in summer as well as in winter, thanks to the Gulf Stream warm airstream. 2 - The Besseggen Crest, in the Jotunheimen, is an amazing itinerary for hiking. From the crest, you wil benefit from an extraordinary view on the emerald lake Gjende (984 metres high) and the lake Bessvatnet (1 373 metres high). 3 - The Rondane plateau offers large stretches that can be crossed over without meeting any living things.

Moysand Familiecamping (p. 332 du guide 2011) Camping cheques accepted: 01/01/2011 – 15/06/2011 15/08/2011 – 30/12/2011 www.moysand-familiecamping.no Sorlandet Feriecenter (p. 333 du guide 2011) Camping cheques accepted: 01/04/2011 – 01/07/2011 08/08/2011 – 30/10/2011 www.sorlandet-feriesenter.no

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CIRCUIT Sweden and Nor way The longest fjord in the world The Sognefjord is the longest of the Norwegian fjords and the longest in the world (205 km). It is also one of the most impressive. It traces its journey from west to east almost to the bottom of the massif of Jotunheimen where one can find the highest peaks in Norway. In some areas the depth reaches 1300 meters. If it is as a whole relatively large, some of its arms such as Naerofjord are particularly narrow. The latter is indeed surrounded by mountains of 1800 meters high and no wider than 250 meters in some places. A unique spectacle.. Where to stay to visit Sognefjord :

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n n n large motorhomes rent a car for the day to make the most of this scenic route. Off the coast, numerous islands, large or small, punctuate the skyline. The most attractive are the Lofoten islands that look like mountains in the middle of the sea. Here, nature is either austere, or even wilder than in the rest of the country. By heading northward, we finally enter Lapland. This part of Norway, in the desert landscape, is the land of the Sami, nomadic people that have settled down. They live mainly from reindeer herding. Even if tourists are becoming most numerous, Lapland and the Samis have retained a surprising authenticity in a modern Europe that is opened to the world. Long disregarded, the Sami Where to stay in Norwa w y with Camping Cheque wa Odda Camping (p 335) www.oddacamping.no Gol Campingsenter (p 336) www.golcamp.no Beitostølen Camping (p 338) www.beitocamp.no Grimsbu Turistsenter (p 339) www.grimsbu.no Trollveggen Camping (p 340) www.trollveggen.no

minority has now acquired some rights whose visible manifestation is the dual toponymy on road signs at the entrances to towns. It would be a shame to rush to the North Cape without taking the time to appreciate this colourful culture that sometimes appears to have stayed away from modernity. The last leg of our journey: the North Cape and its impressive headland stepping forward into the Arctic Ocean await you at the northern end of the country. The last few kilometres, on a road winding among desert areas dotted with frozen lakes, plunged you into the atmosphere of the place. By becoming a tourist attraction over the years, the North Cape has certainly lost some of its aura, but

Laerdal Ferie-og Fritidspark (p. 337 of the 2011 guide) The campsite Laerdal Ferie-og Fritidspark (p. 337 of the 2011 Site directory), is home, without any doubt to one of the most beautiful setting of all the campsites in the network. It is actually bathed in the cristal waters of the Sognefjord and surrounded by mountains. Whatever the length of your stay, the view over these landscapes, each morning, remains dazzling. The campsite is an excellent address for outdoors sport lovers : canoe, guided walks organized by the campsite, cycling path etc. Camping cheques accepted: 01/04/2011- 30/06/2011 07/08/2011 – 31/10/2011 www.laerdalferiepark.com

Langnes Camping (p 341) langnescamping@hero.no Ballangen Camping (p 342) www.ballangen-camping.no Skittenelv Camping (p 343) www.skittenelvcamping.no Alta Strand Camping (p 344) www.altacamp.no Berlevåg Pensj s onat & Camping (p 345) sj www.berlevag-pensjsjsonat.no F r fu Fo f rth t er in th i fo f rm r atititio ion on No N rwa way wa ay : www. w vivisisitn w. t orwa tn way wa ay.y.co cm ©Frithjof Fure/www.visitnorway.com

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CIRCUIT Sweden and Nor way

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4 - It is in Norway that the highest Scandinavian mountains are standing, in particular the region of Jotunheimen and its beautiful mountain landscapes, favourable for hiking. 5 -The Northernmost region of Norway, still inhabited by the Sami people who, at the time of globalization, have managed to preserve its culture. 6 - The Reinefjord and its landscape where sea and Snowy Mountains gather altogether. 7 -The midnight sun is particularly present in the half part of the North of Norway offering sometimes amazing lightings (see here in Bodø).

one still falls under the spell of this unique site. And if the weather is clear, it is unlikely that you will forget the sight. And, like us, you will leave by saying that yes, you were there... n

Where to stay in Sweeden with Camping Cheque Eke k rums Camping & Stugor SweCamp (p 347) ke www.ekerum.nu Orsa Camping (p 348) www.orsacamping.se Mellerud SweCamp Vita Sandar (p 350) www.vitasandarscamping.se Hafs f ten SweCamp Resort (p 351) fs www.hafsfsften.se Villa Bj B örkhagen Jönkö k ping (p.352) kö www.villabj b orkhagen.se bj Skrea Camping Falke k nberg (p 353) ke www.skreacamping.se F r fu Fo f rth t er in th i fo f rm r atititio ion on Swe w de we d n: www. w vivisisitststwe w. w de d n.co cm co

Rally to Cape North in May 2012 If the North Cape appeals to you but you do not want to embark on the adventure alone, a rally will be held from May 27 to June 12, 2012 bound for northern Norway through Sweden, Denmark and finland. Price: € 950 per team + nights. You will find the detailed program of this particular rally on the internet www.campingcheque.com this summer and we will propose it to you in the winter issue of the 3 Seasons magazine.

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Toulouse, the « pink town » owes its name from the brick used in most of the buildings in the town centre. Despite a long history dating back to Roman times and an old town perfectly preserved, this festive city is one of the youngest and most dynamic of france. Toulouse looks toward the future with its significant university and its thriving aerospace industry. 3 Seasons invites you on the east bank of the Garonne River to discover the extraordinary heritage of a city bathed in the sweetness of life.

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The Capitol Square is at the heart of life in Toulouse. The buildings stretching around it (including the Capitol, the City Hall today) wear the colours of the city with a mixture of brick, stone and pink marble.

The banks of the Canal du Midi are a breath of fresh air and greenery in the heart of the city, offering nice walking paths by feet or by bicycle. The refined architecture of the convent of the Jacobins, entirely made of bricks in 13th and 14th centuries, reveals a real contrast with the outside austerity of the monument.

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Toulouse oulouse has always, since ancient times, held an important place in the region. Its role was never questioned, despite the Catharsis episode which brought some years of unrest in the south western area of France. In the 3rd century it was a turntable of wine trading. The alluvial plain of the Garonne being poor in stone, but capable of providing an abundance of brick, it was then that the Romans taught the inhabitants of Toulouse (Tolosa under the Romans) the technique of brick and tile which then gave its seal so specific to the city. This influence is still very present today in the historic city of Toulouse, whose brick facades of Italian influence are tinted, depending on the light of day, red, pink or purple. It is primarily in districts that stretch around the Capitol Square, the heart of life in Toulouse, that this style asserts itself. The place takes its name from the Capitol, the

City hall today in Toulouse, which spreads over the eastern side. This building, 128 meters long, wears the colors of the city with a mixture of brick, stone and pink marble. Besides the Capitol, one of the particularities of Toulouse is the many private town houses dating back to the 16th century. They are spread according to the pedestrian streets lined with shops and restaurants and hide, like secrets, beautiful courtyards. Some are open all year round but others are visible only at certain occasions such as Heritage Days (17-18th September 2011). The best example is undoubtedly the Town House d'Assezat built in the mid-16th century by Nicolas Bachelier, Toulouse famous architect. It is however one of the main jewels of a crown that bears many, Toulouse is actually the largest city in France with biggest numbers of private hotels dating back to the Renaissance. n n n

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To visit in Toulouse: Fondation Bemberg In the Town house Assézat you will an exhibition of paintings from ancient art to Gauguin, Matisse or Dufy to Flamish art or Italian Renaissance. www.fondation-bemberg.fr

St Raymond’s museum In the old college of St Raymond an archaeological and antique arts collection of the city of Toulouse is exhibited. www.saintraymond.toulouse.fr

The Augustinians’ Museum Located in the convent of the Augustinians, a southern gothic style building, this museum housed a fine collection of religious paintings and sculpture (as well as a paintings section). The wing dedicated to Roman sculptures, coming from churches of Toulouse, is the most exciting with unique pieces in the world. www.augustins.org

Canal du Midi In addition to the Garonne, which divides the city into two, the Canal du Midi runs through Toulouse. This canal links the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean and is listed in the World Heritage of UNESCO. It is the oldest canal in Europe still running. Its banks are equipped for walks.

City of space Toulouse has taken throughout the 20th century, an increasing and important sector of the European aerospace field. With the Airbus factories, the city built the largest airline plane in the world and here are assembled the satellites that the rocket Ariane takes in outer space. Thus it is obvious that the city would have a museum dedicated to Space. The Space City is organized around three areas: a planetarium with 3D simulations including a room devoted to the exploration of Mars, a park with, among other things, a scale model of the Ariane rocket and several exhibition rooms dedicated to different themes www.cite-espace.com

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n n n Besides these breath taking examples of civil architecture, the eastern bank of the Garonne is also home to some very beautiful examples of religious architecture. The Basilica of St Sernin is the most emblematic of these monuments. It is the largest Roman church in Europe and one of the finest. Following the many gifts of relics from Charlemagne, this church became a major stop over on the road to Santiago de Compostela and had to expand to accommodate the pilgrims. Other beautiful religious monuments are spread throughout the old town but the finest are the Cathedral of St. Etienne and the convent of the Jacobins. The first is an architectural wonder, especially compared with the unity of St Sernin. It was built over several centuries between the 13th and 17th centuries, thus mixing highly disparate styles. It stands in the antique and great jewellers districts. Every Saturday morning there is a very enjoyable book market taking place. Made entirely of bricks in the 13th and 14th centuries, the

convent of the Jacobins bears a superb example of Gothic art typical of Languedoc with a beautiful church, a monastery or even a chapel. The church now houses the relics of St Thomas Aquinas, a great figure in the monastic world. Even if the most interesting areas of Toulouse are on the east bank of the Garonne, between St Etienne and St Sernin and the Canal du Midi, from the other side you can admire the towers which spike the city and stand out against the blue sky. A sight that is particularly appreciated when the sun goes down and wraps his glowing light on these brick buildings: once again justifying the nickname of the Pink City. n

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How to get by in Toulouse: City Card To make easy the visit of Toulouse, the City has set up the "City Card" which offers discounts in over 130 locations in town. The card is nominative: 10 € and valid for one year. For more information visit tourist board website of Toulouse.

Cruises One of the most original alternative way to discover the town and to do so from the waters of the Garonne or the Canal du Midi. You will find on the tourist board website a detailed presentation of the various possibilities for cruises.

The Tourist information center offical website of Toulouse: www.toulouse-tourisme.com

Guided tours The City of Toulouse organised a program of guided tours on different themes (Toulouse and its districts, Toulouse over time, etc.) You can download this program on the official website of the Tourist Information Centre of Toulouse.

Where to stay with Camping Cheque: Le Faillal (p.111) www.revea-vacances.fr/campings/ Camping Le Rupé (p.114) www.camping-toulouse.com Camping Namasté (p.115) www.namaste.free.fr Kawan Village Le Talouch (p.116) www.camping-talouch.com Le Bourdieu (p.129) www.lebourdieu.com Kawan Village L’Apamée (p.130) www.lapamee.com Du Lac (p.131) www.campingdulac.com Le Pré Lombard (p.132) www.prelombard.com

1 – The City of Space reminds us that Toulouse has taken a strategic place in the world aerospace sector, thanks to Airbus which helps towards the economic dynamism of the city. 2 – What will be the South-West part of France without its gastronomy? More than any other dish, it is undoubtedly the “cassoulet”, which symbolizes Toulouse and its region. 3 – Old convent and now museum, the Museum of the Augustins counts more than 4000 works, housing beautiful religious sculptures (roman and gothic) and also an area dedicated to the French art of end of 19 th century.

4 – Very recognizable by its church tower, the Basilica of Saint Sernin surprises by its dimension. It is, indeed, the largest Roman church in Europe. 5 – In the Town house Assézat you will find an exhibition of paintings from ancient art to Gauguin, Matisse or Dufy to Flemish art or Italian Renaissance. This is one of these specific Town houses which make the charm of Toulouse.

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ZOOM > France > Bretagne > Lannion

Kawan Village

Les Alizés

LOCAL SITeS Of INTeReST Perros-Guirec 11 km

A brand new campsite on the coast of Brittany You can find many reasons to open a campsite. But for Arnaud Blanchard and his wife, the strong will to leave Paris and their career in the industry field, helped them to make the decision to come back to Brittany, their birth region, in order to create a campsite. They found 4.5 hectares (11119 acres), close to their family farm, on the Côte de Granit Rose (Pink Granit Coast), in the northern part of the Brittany peninsula. They fell in love with the site and decided to begin the adventure of Les Alizés. They began from scratch, building a campsite of 56 pitches and added to it, during the second year, a very nice indoor swimmingpool. Four years later, the Kawan Village Les Alizés is proud to propose 120 pitches and is now graded as a 3-star campsite according to the new French norms. Upcoming next summer, the campsite will build a restaurant (proposing snacks, bar, pizzeria…) offering more comfort to the campers who already enjoy the aquatic

area equipped with waterslides and many other water games for children. All the ingredients are combined to make you spend wonderful holidays on this nice campsite, whose advantage remains its location on the Côte de Granit Rose; only a few minutes from the Perros-Guirec holiday resort. n

In the heart of the "Pink Granite Coast" (Côte de Granit Rose), Perros-Guirec offers an exceptionally beautiful protected natural site, an unusual, grandiose landscapewhere both land and sea are strewn with the amazing shapes of pink granite rocks carved by the wind and waves.

Ile de Bréhat 40 km Accessible by shuttle, off the Côte de Granit Rose, the Ile de Bréhat benefits from a very mild climate, which gives it reputation as one of the most flowery island of France.

Chapels, roadside crosses and parish closes

The + - a heated indoor pool - ideally situated to visit the Côte de Granit Rose Gold Card Special Offer 6=7 11=14 Free pre-booking, without down payment Camping Cheque accepted 02/04/2011 - 09/07/2011 27/08/2011 - 01/10/2011

Brittany is blessed with a rich religious heritage with roadside crosses and chapels all over its countryside, and particularly parish closes, a regional specificity.

Keradrivin Bihan (route de Trébeurden) FR-22300 Lannion +33 2 96 47 28 58 www.camping-lesalizes.fr info@camping-lesalizes.fr p.54 of the 2011 guide

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ZOOM > Spain > Parque Regional de Sierra de Guadarrama > Gargantilla del Lozoya

Camping Monte Holiday A charming green spot in the North of Madrid The campsite Monte Holiday at the footstep of the Regional Park of Sierra de Guadarrama, an hour drive from Madrid, benefits from a verdant landscape, in the heart of the mountains. Interview with its owner. 3 Seasons : How did the campsite Monte Holiday began? Antonio Gonzalo: The campsite was built in 1990. After travelling across all of Europe, my parents decided to open a campsite on an old family site in the North of Madrid. I was over in Africa, visiting by car for a few months, when my father announced to me that he wanted to retire, that was 3 years ago. I came back to Spain and began to run the campsite. I made some changes, for example a very good restaurant and I plan to build a spa and to heat the swimmingpool with a biomass boiler. 3 Seasons: What does the clients like on the campsite? Antonio Gonzalo: The major point is the location. We are one hour away from Madrid in a nature site. From the campsite, the customers can admire the mountains, enjoy a drink on the

terrace of the bar and reach Madrid in a few minutes. Our clients also like to visit cities like Burgos or Segovia. 3 Seasons: What is the best season to come and visit Monte Holiday? Antonio Gonzalo: It depends on what we come for. In winter, ski slopes are close to the campsite but we mainly receive customers in spring, summer and autumn, when people wish to visit the cities and make hiking or mountain biking. n

The + - situated in a nature site, just one hour from Madrid Camping cheques accepted 01/01/2011 - 17/04/2011 25/04/2011 - 29/04/2011 03/05/2011 - 04/07/2011 22/08/2011 - 31/12/2011

LOCAL SITeS Of INTeReST Madrid 80 km The Spanish capital is one the most beautiful cities of Europe with a wide choice of quality museums such as the Prado or the museum of Queen Sofia. www.turismomadrid.es

Burgos 40 km Burgos is one of the nicest town in Spain, situated along the itinerary of Santiago de Compostela. In the heart of the medieval district, its gothic cathedral is listed as World Heritage Site.

Segovia 60 km City listed as World Heritage Site, Segovia offers roman churches and a wonderful aqueduct dating from roman era

Carretera M-604 RascafrĂa-Lozoya km 9 - Gargantilla del Lozoya ES-28739 Gargantilla del Lozoya, Madrid +34 918 69 52 78 monteholiday@monteholiday.com www.monteholiday.com p.582 of the 2011 guide 3 Seasons nÂ° 119 - 37

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Rate campsites and name the 2011 Top Campsites! Like every year, it is on the 1st of September that the 2011 Top Campsites will be named. Thanks to the marks that you give throughout the year, you are the one designating the campsites offering the best service. They will be awarded the diploma: 2011 Top Campsite. To be Top Campsite, for a member of our network, it is the recognition of its quality, its efforts given to welcome you, and as such its work throughout the year. You particularly appreciated a campsite? Tell the other Camping Cheque users by giving it a mark and leaving a comment! Who better than you can decide the best in the Camping Cheque network? Take advantage of the month of August to rate and comment our campsites. The sites reaching a mark above or equal to 9/10 could become the 2011 Top Campsite!

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Camping Cheque on your IPhone: C LLeave with the best of camping in your pocket…

Nearly 45 million Iphone have been sold across the world, and no less than 2 million in France. Facing this trend, Camping Cheque innovates and launches a new application totally free for the iPhone, the Ipad and the IPod Touch; it will be available in the next few weeks. Faithful to the Camping Cheque spirit, this useful application allows the motor home owner, caravan owners and other campers to find good addresses amongst the 603 most beautiful campsites of Europe whilst paying the best price at all time.

On the road, in Franc or abroad, the Camping Cheque network is within reach in all freedom and without an internet connection since once the application has been downloaded, it remains accessible in an off connection mode. You can situate the closest campsites from wherever you are, or look for a campsite through the search engine and have access to a complete description of each of them : opening dates, services and activities, or even photos to help in your decision making process… You can also contact the campsite at the touch of a button on its phone number or its email The application also allows you to save your favourite campsites in ‘your favourites’ or in your telephone’s address book to be able to find them more easily.

Check and receive all the news from the Camping Cheque network. Further uses still await you… In 2012, a second version of this application will allow you to buy paper or electronic Camping Cheques, to check your Gold Card account (for example to gain information on your Camping Cheque balance and loyalty points) or even to follow the thread of customers comments on the subject of campsites and also, the opportunity for you to give your point of view.

In the meantime, to download the Camping Cheque application, nothing to it : meet us on our website or search for « Camping Cheque » on the Apple Store featured on your phone and choose your language amongst the 7 on offer (French, English, Dutch, German, Italian, Spanish or Danish).

Service Amenities Wi-Fi (total cover) (EC) internet point (EC) laundrette with dryer TV room library barbecue allowed on pitches international newspapers (1/7-31/8) large TV screen DVD film sessions

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S P E C I A L R E P O R T Christmas and New Year S eason

3 Seasons guides you through the traditional Christmas and New year season Jingle Bellls... It is in December and January, y whhenn the days y, ys grow shorrterr,, that europe lighhts up wiithh decorations during the holiday season. Christmas fo f r some, St Nicolas or epiphany fo f r others, f om December 6 to January 6, traditional fe fr f stiva v ls enliven va the calendar throughout the continent. The opportunity to take k the motorhome out of its over wintering to go and taste ke the sweet pleasures of German Christmas marke k ts or to ke celebrate the epiphany on the shores of the Costa del Sol. 3 Seasons off ffe ff fers an overview of the fe f stivities and recommend some places to stay. y y. © Nadya Lukic - Stockphoto

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S P E C I A L R E P O R T Christmas and New Year S eason

Spain The arrival of the Magi The Epiphany traditionally takes place on January 6th. In Latin culture, the religious holiday celebrates the visit of the three Magi, Caspar, Melchior and Balthazar to the new-born Jesus. In the Byzantine tradition (Greece, Bulgaria, Romania, Serbia), it commemorates Christ's baptism in the Jordan. While in some countries, like France, the Epiphany is "just" an opportunity to meet with friends over a cake, in other parts of Europe it is a much larger party. So, January 6th is a holiday in several countries (Italy, Spain, Greece, parts of Germany, Austria, parts of Switzerland, Sweden, and Finland). For a long time the Epiphany was a very important festival before being gradually supplanted by Christmas, however, it remains very popular in some places. In Spain, it is the Three Kings who bring gifts to children for the Epiphany and the evening sees the streets of Spanish cities gaining colors in various parades while we relish the cake of the season, Roscón de Reyes.

The most ancient parade of Spain In Alcoy, y near Alicante, the Epiphany is celebrated y, in the oldest parade of the country (it exists since 1885). The Sunday befo f re January 6th, children fo dressed as shepherds at the parade of "Pastoretes," the little shepherds. It then that, a royal speaker reads on January 4th, a proclamation announcing the arrival of the Magi. He comes with donkeys carrying mailbox where children post their letters being addressed to them. When night falls, on January 5, the three wise men finally make their entrance in Alcoy, y riding camels. They are preceded y, by a procession of torches and are fo f llowed by the royal pages going up on the balconies and wiindows of the hou uses to deliver gift f s to children.. ft

Where to stay close to Alcoy: Eurocamping (p. 612 of the 2011 guide) Camping cheques accepted: 01/01/2011-18/04/2011 24/04/2011-30/06/2011 30/08/20011-30/12/2011 www. w euro w. r camping-ees.ccom ro Almafrá Ressort Gran Confo f rt fo (p. 613 of the 2011 guide)) Camping chequees accepttedd: 01/01/2011-331/12/2011 www. w campingalmafrfrfra w. ra.es 3 Seasons n°119 - 41

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S P E C I A L R E P O R T Christmas and New Year S eason

France Christmas and St Nicolas in Alsace In France that celebrates mainly Christmas, Alsace and Lorraine are the exception. Here we celebrate the patron saint of schoolchildren as well as Santa. It is with warm milk and mannala (little man in Alsatian), a regional brioche, which is home to the saint. Dressed as a bishop, cross in hand, and a long white beard, he goes from village to village with his donkey to reward good children with sweets, gingerbread and clementines. He is joined by the "Hans Trapp" that threatens to put the children that were not well behaved in his bag. But all children are well behaved as we approach Christmas... The St Nicolas is the beginning of end of year festivities. For several weeks, towns and villages in the region lightens up with the colours of Christmas markets, whether in large cities (Strasbourg, in particular, where the market goes back to 1570, has the oldest Christmas market in France) or in the villages. In addition to these markets, various events take place during this festival (concerts, wine tasting in wine cellars, exhibitions, etc.). One should particularly appreciate the night walks and the torch or lantern walks that can delve into the Christmas magic. These festivities usually last until the Epiphany. For further details on the end of the year festivities in Alsace and Lorraine, as well as more detailed diaries of events, you can check out the websites of the departmental committees of Tourism of Alsace and Lorraine: www.tourisme-alsace.com www.tourisme-lorraine.fr

Where to stay in Alsace - Lorraine during the Christmas and New Ye Y ar period: Kawan Village Club Lac de Bouzey (p. 184 of the 2011 guide) Camping cheques accepted : 01/01/2011-16/07/2011 15/08/2011-31/12/2011 www. w lacdebouzey w. ey.y.com ey Kawan Village Va V nne de Pierre (p. 185 of the 2011 guide) Camping cheques accepted: 01/01/2011-03/07/2011 21/08/2011-31/12/2011 www. w vannedep w. e ierrrrrre ep re.com Kawan Village Domaine de Champé (p. 186 of the 2011 guide) Campingg chequees accepted: 01/01/20111-10/077/2011 19/08/2011-001/11/2011 20/11/2011-30/12/2011 www. w domaine-de-champe.com w.

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S P E C I A L R E P O R T Christmas and New Year S eason

Denmark Christmas in the gardens The Christmas market in Copenhagen is one of a kind. Indeed it takes in quarters inside the amusement park "Tivoli Gardens" located in the heart of the Danish capital. On the occasion of Christmas festive season, one of the oldest amusement parks in the world becomes a wonderland decorated with over 1000 Christmas trees and 8 km of fairy lights. Besides the usual attractions inspired by the tales of Andersen, the gardens offer in November and December, a Christmas market, a parade for children, an outdoor ice rink, rides extra, etc. A fantastic outing for the whole family. © Kristian Krogh / www.visitdenamrk.com

For further details on the Tivoli Gardens: www.tivoli.dk

Advent dinners on campsite Hampen Sø While waiting fo f r Christmas, the campsite Hampen Sø (p. 361 on the guide 2011) organizes traditional Danish Advent dinners, Julefrokoster,r,r on Fridays, November 25th, December,r,r 2nd and 9th. At the menu, you will find a buff ffe ff fet of Danish delicacies and the seasonal desert, the Ris a’la’mande. This dinner will cost 99 DK (about 13,50€)/person. During the last f w years, this event has become very popular to fe the clients of the campsite that is why; we advise you to book your dinner in advance: info f @hampen-soe-camping.dk, fo tél. : +45 7577 5255.

Where to stay during the Christmas New Year period close to Copenhagen: Absalon Camping (p. 369 of the 2011 guide) Camping cheques accepted: 01/01/2011-11/06/2011 11/09/2011-31/12/2011 www.camping-absalon.dk Stevns Camping (p. 370 of the 2011 guide) Camping cheques accepted: 01/01/2011-30/12/2011 www.stevnscamping.dk

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S P E C I A L R E P O R T Christmas and New Year S eason

Morocco

Christmas under the sun The Moroccan campsite Manzil la Tortue (p. 622 of the 2011 Site Directory) invites those who wish to escape the harsh winter to spend Christmas and New Year under the gentle sun of North Africa, in Marrakech, with two programs over 4 days.The first program will be organized around Christmas Eve, from December 23rd to 26th, and the second around New Year's Eve, December 30th to January 2nd. On the menu, a musical jazz and blues evening along with petits fours (bar open from 19h to 20h), a guided tour of Marrakech, a special night on Christmas Eve with a hearty meal of six courses, a Moroccan Christmas mechoui served in a nomadic tent or in the gardens, a Moroccan breakfast with pancakes, M'smen and Bghir. Price, excluding camping cheque: 190 € / person for the Christmas holidays and 235 € / person for the stay over the New Year For further details or to book your stay (places limited at 40 persons per Christmas Eve and New Year Eve’s party – booking starts on the 1st of August), you can get in touch directly with the campsite: www.manzil-la-tortue.com info@manzil-la-tortue.com

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Special Gold Card off ffe ff fer: Camping Cheques will be exceptionally accepted during the programs of Christmas and NewYe Y ar Ye f r all bookings of at least two people. FreeWiFi fo throughout the stay + a voucher fo f r two menus (worth 360 dirhams - about € 32) to be used between 10th and 20th December 2011 or between January 5th andd January 15th, 20122. These advantaages will be offfffeered on presentation of the Goldd Card when you arrive att the reception desk.

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S P E C I A L R E P O R T Christmas and New Year S eason

Germany Christmas Markets Tradition The first German Christmas Markets date from 15th century. We then talk about “St Nicholas Markets”. The first written marks on official documents, mention the Market of Dresden then called “Dresdner Striezelmarkt”. We are in 1434. Back in those days, the markets lasted only 2 to 3 days. This phenomenon has increased year after year and has been renamed “Christkindlmarkt”, the Markets of Child Christ. Since this time, the tradition is everlasting and the markets run from the weekend before the Advent until the day after Christmas. On these markets decorated with Christmas colours, you will find artworks and seasonal regional gastronomy. The most famous and the most typical markets of Germany are Berlin, Erfurt, Lübeck, Augsburg and Dresden.

Where to stay in Germany during the Christmas New Year period:

Klüthseecamp (p. 382 of the 2011 guide)

Berlin :

Camping cheques accepted: 01/01/2011-30/06/2011 01/09/2011-31/12/2011

Jägerbude (p. 391 of the 2011 guide) Camping cheques accepted: 01/01/2011-30/12/20111 www.lela24.de Country Camping Tiefensee (p. 392 of the 2011 guide) Camping cheques accepted: 01/01/2011-31/12/2011

Camping cheques accepted: 05/01/2011-01/08/2011 08/08/2011-20/12/2011 www.campingplatz-schwaan.de

www.country-camping.de

Dresde :

Erfurt :

Deutschbaselitz (p. 393 of the 2011 guide)

Oberhof Camping Lütschesee (p. 399 of the 2011 guide) Camping cheques accepted: 10/01/2011-10/06/2011 14/06/2011-23/12/2011

Camping cheques accepted: 31/01/2011-30/06/2011 29/08/2011-30/12/2011 www.campingplatz-deutschbaselitz.com

www.oberhofcamping.de

Augsbourg :

Lübeck :

Elbsee (p. 411 of the 2011 guide)

Caravanpark am Brahmsee (p. 377 of the 2011 guide) Camping cheques accepted: 01/01/2011-30/12/2011 © Messerschmidt, Joachim

www.kluethseecamp.de Campingplatz Schwaan (p. 383 of the 2011 guide)

www.caravanpark-sh.de

Camping cheques accepted: 01/01/2011-17/04/2011 15/05/2011-10/06/2011 04/10/2011-31/12/2011 www.elbsee.de

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R ALLY Morocco

Agadir Essaouira

Ouarzazate Marrakech Casablanca

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Rabat Ta angeer Tanger

Ta angeer Tanger

Rabat Mohammedia

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Casablanca Camping Meknès Fès Océan bleu Mohammedia

Manzil la Tortue Marrakech Amerchich

Essaouira Terre d’Océan Agadir

Agadir

Marrakech Ouarzazate Camping Toubkal Taliouine

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Come back on a Moroccan getaway The first Camping Cheque rally in Morocco took place in April. It was a great success, for the participants, with great moments amongst the magnificent Moroccan landscapes and beautiful encounters. 3 Seasons back in a few pictures on this beautiful journey.

Interview of Michel Sidoti, director of customer relations, accompanying the rally 3 Seasons : How did the rally of Morocco go? M. Sidoti : It was a great human adventure and group. Our participants were an exact representation of all clients of the Camping Cheque network, and, in the opinion of the owners of campsites which have welcomed us, they have formed a perfect group, rich of its eight nationalities. We were very involved in this first a success. We are proud and pleased both with the result, but even more, to know that what has been experienced will remain permanently marked in the memories. We are thinking now of other adventures, to other territories, but we plan to repeat the experience in Morocco next year.

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R ALLY Morocco The rally was an opportunity for the participants to discover Morocco and its large stretches of sand where dromedaries wander in amazing colourful landscapes (see on the left and below). Besides discovering a country, the rally has enabled human interactions, offering an excellent atmosphere inside the group. All the participants have got the feeling that they shared precious moments (see opposite) Visits of cities, medina, souks or gardens were all part of the programme and all activities proposed by the owners of the different campsites where the rally stopped by (see below).

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What the participants had to say Jacques and Josette : This rally has given us a very different view of what we might consider to see through most tour operators. The trip was amazing by the landscapes passed through and the people encountered. We especially enjoyed the authentic Morocco villages, souks and meetings with Berbers families and the Tuareg people. The crossing of the Middle Atlas, the stay in Erfoud near the desert, the view of the Atlas, the path in the reg close to Mhamid, the night spent in the tents near the sand dunes. All this will leave us with a unique souvenir.

Guy B. : We were very pleased with the rally as a whole, whether the organization or the guides, Richard and his wife, and Michel. The itinerary, the visits, and the professionalism of guides: everything was perfect. Note for this rally: 18. Hats off to the team of Camping Cheque. We are ready to go back.

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GOLD C ARD Leisures

LEISURE he Gold Card now allows you to benefit from many advantages: a subscription to the Camping Cheque Site Directory and the 3 Seasons magazine, payment facilities, loyalty points, special offers in campsites, etc. Since we strive to constantly increase our offers, we have compiled a plethora of tourism special deals that we hope will satisfy you. You can indeed benefit from preferential prices, on our selection by simply showing your Camping Cheque Gold Card. You will find the details of these tourist offers on these pages… Don't hesitate to go there to take advantage of the new benefits on offer brought to you by your Gold Card throughout the low season.

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France - Pyrénées Orientales

DOMAINE DE LA PERDRIX Nestled in the foothills of the Pyrenees Mountains, overlooking the coastal plains of the Roussillon, the Domaine de la Perdrix estate has over 110 acres of vines. The vineyard is located in Trouillas, just 15 km south of Perpignan, in the heart of the Aspres area of the eastern Pyrenees. Their vines are grown within an A.O.C. area (a French wine classification which guarantees the geographical origin of the wine) and produced with grape varieties typical to the region: Grenache Noir, Grenache Blanc, Carignan, Syrah, Muscat of Alexandria, Muscat petits-grains, Macabeu. Come and try some of the finest wines the Roussillon has to offer from the vineyard’s selection of Côte du Roussillon reds, Vins de Pays des Côtes Catalanes (white, rosé or red), or taste the famous local fortified wines: Muscat de Rivesaltes and Rivesaltes Ambré. www.domaine-perdrix.com

Campsites nearby Kawan Village Le Haras (p.133) Kawan Village Ma Prairie (p.134) L’Oasis (p.135)

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André and Virginie Gil from the Domaine de la Perdrix will give you a 10% discount on wine purchases from the vineyard shop on presentation of your Gold Card.

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GOLD C ARD Leisures

Campsites nearby Kawan Village La Grande Tortue (p.75) Les Cochards (p.77) La Citadelle (p.78)

France - Val de Loire

RESERVE DE BEAUMARCHAIS Animal theme park: "Big game animals bred in France". You will discover on board a safari-train all these big game animals bred in the semi-wild: the great stag and his doe, the wild boar, the fallow deer, the ostriches, the bison... www.reserve-de-beaumarchais.com

€5,50/person instead of €6.50 (for the GC bearer and those accompanying him) + 1 free drink for those eating at the inn.

France - Val de Loire

THE PLEASURES OF HORSE-DRAWN CARRIAGES Want to enjoy an outing in a horse-drawn carriage as a family or as a couple? The peaceful joys of riding in a carriage, passing by the old Belyviere manor house (16th century), in front of the Chateau de La Source or nearby the old mill. 41120 Feings

Horse-drawn carriage rides: Family offer: For every 2 adult tickets, get 2 children's tickets for free. Couple/individuals offer: 20% discount for a 2-hour outing. Outing on horse-back (or a lesson): €13/hr per person (instead of €15), €25/2hr (instead of €28). Training course: 20% discount for a 2nd person on all the courses.

France - Val de Loire

DOMAINE DE LA CARTE France - Val de Loire

LES BAINS DOUCHES At the foot of the royal city of Loches, just a few steps away from the chateau de Chenonceau and Amboise, come and take a look at the Bains Douches... that has something for everyone, to get back in shape and back to basics. Traditional and genuine care for the body and the face, fitness, balneotherapy, coaching, hammam... Les Bains Douches - 37600 Loches

At the centre of the Loire chateau region, the Domaine de la Carte is an ideal place to stay for those who want to play golf, tennis, go swimming or taste the food. www.le-domaine-de-la-carte.abcsalles.com

10% off the Green Fee (week- week-end) / 1 bucket purchased=1 bucket free / Lessons: Golf for beginners €35/person and member prices for all the other teaching products.

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Many ports of departure:

France - Morbihan

en Loire-Atlantique: Le Croisic and la Turballe Morbihan: Port-Navalo, Vannes, Locmariaquer, Quiberon, Etel, Locmiquelic finistère: Doëlan

LA COMPAGNIE DES ILES The Compagnie des Iles invites you on a cruise…

10% reduction on crossings to all destinations of the Compagnie des Iles and the Compagnie NAVIX (excluding meals) on presentation of your Gold Card. Offer valid only at the company's ticket offices and cannot be used in conjunction with any other promotion.

Sail between the small islands that populate the Golfe du Morbihan - Ile aux Moines and Ile d'Arz. Enjoy the mellow countryside to be explored on the Etel River. Explore the islands in the open sea - Belle-Ile en Mer, Ile de Houat and Ile de Hoëdic, Ile de Groix, etc. The pleasure craft of the Compagnie des Iles (from 140 to 250 passengers) are suitable for cruises for the whole family, with interior lounge, twin decks, etc.

Campsites nearby Le Ty Nadan (p.61) Kawan Village Le Moustoir (p.62) Mané Guernehué (p.63) ferme de Lann Hoëdic (p.64) Camping des Iles (p.65) Kawan Village Château du Deﬀay (p.66) Airotel la Roseraie (p.67) La Tabardière (p.68)

Campsites nearby Ohmbachsee (p.402) Camping-freizeitzentrum Sägmühle (p.403)

France - Lorraine

SIMSERHOF 8 km west of Bitche, near Siersthal in Moselle (Lorraine) is le Simserhof, which with its 5 km of galleries and eight combat blocks is one of the largest and best-preserved fortifications on the Maginot Line. It was reopened to the public on 14 July 2002. You will first see a film on a giant screen telling the story of the Maginot Line from 1918 to 1940. You then board an automated vehicle with audio commentary, take the munitions entrance and are taken all the way into the fort. Start your journey into the Simserhof galleries. www.simserhof.fr

Adult ticket €10 instead of €12 Child ticket €7 instead of €8. 3 Seasons n°119 - 50

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GOLD C ARD User guide

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR CUSTOMER ACCOUNT OUNT CHEQUE CAMPING * G SOLEIL * CAMPIN

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USE OF YOUR GOLD CARD Purchase. I order my digital Camping Cheques from my customary agent, stating that I am a Gold Card holder. My cheques are then credited onto my customer account, waiting to be downloaded onto your Gold Card via the payment terminal. This transaction takes place on the first campsite visited Downloading. On arrival at a Camping Cheque member campsite, I request the downloading of my digital Camping Cheques. I will be handed a ticket stating my balance; my digital cheques are now ready to be used for payment. Payment. When it is time to pay for your stay, my Gold Card is inserted in the payment terminal, which will in turn debit the number of Camping Cheques due. I will receive a transaction receipt on which my Camping Cheque balance is indicated.

THE LOYALTY POINTS TS Earning the loyalty Points. I earn arn Loyalty Lo oyalty Points exclusively with my digital Camping Cheques. s Collecting the Points. They are, in effect, automatically credited with each night spent on a Camping Cheque campsite. Earning Bonus Points. Two rules apply here: 6 Camping Cheques used on the same campsite earns 7 Loyalty Points; 11 cheques earns 14 points (6=7, 11=14).

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