Base de Loisirs de Cergy-Pontoise: Water Sports and Barbecue, beach opening

Get your summer off to a great start by heading to theÎle de loisirs de Cergy-Pontoise to discover its many activities. This exceptional 250-hectare green space, located in the heart of the Oise loop, offers a wide range of activities for all ages. As well as being a paradise for water sports enthusiasts and swimmers, the site also offers the ideal setting for convivial barbecues with friends and family.

Details: The island's flagship facilities include a waterski lift, the only one of its kind in the Paris region, and a whitewater stadium, the only one of its kind in Europe, ideal for kayaking, rafting and hydrospeed. Another new feature is the Aquajump , which lures the ninjas in you. It's all about sliding and having fun!

The beach, the only part of the Leisure Island where swimming is authorized and supervised, extends over 5000m² of fine sand, dotted with palm trees and straw huts. It opens on June 10, 2023, every Wednesday and weekend, then every day in July and August.

A giant 150 m slide and its multi-track straight slide will seduce the adventurous, while the paddling pool and its water games will be a place of joy for the little ones. Admission is €7 and €5 for 3-12 year-olds.

What's more, an aquatic area specially designed for toddlers, with a depth of 10 cm, allows them to cool off while guaranteeing their safety. A real oasis of pleasure for the whole family!

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Beyond the recreational aspect, the island also offers a catering service, a stay center, function rooms for seminars and weddings, a sports hall, outdoor and indoor tennis courts, and an adventure course.

Barbecue: To round off your day, enjoy a delicious barbecue with family and friends. L'Île de loisirs has carefully laid out dedicated areas for these convivial moments. However, to ensure everyone's well-being and respect for this exceptional environment, it's essential to comply with certain rules when using these facilities.

So pack your picnic basket, your sports equipment and your swimsuit to make the most of this magnificent Île de Loisirs de Cergy-Pontoise. Make the summer of 2023 a memorable one by enjoying every moment of relaxation, sport and sharing in this exceptional green setting.

This natural setting, ideal for outings with family and friends, is easily accessible, just 32 km from Paris, 18 km from Argenteuil and 13 km from Poissy.

Don't hesitate, come and have fun, get some fresh air and relax at theÎle de loisirs de Cergy-Pontoise for a memorable 2023 summer experience!

Note: Access is free for pedestrians and cyclists, but car parking is charged from 9am to 7pm in mid and high season (€6 per vehicle). The Leisure Island is open 24 hours a day, with vehicle access authorized from 8am to 9pm from October to March, and from 7am to 10pm from April to September.