Sports and leisure activities Loir-Et-Cher

With a maximum depth of 1.60 m, this natural, open-air, sun-heated pool is completely purified by a biological process that uses no chlorine or chemicals, thanks to permanent circulation between the bathing area and a filtration basin planted with aquatic vegetation. Ecology is even respected in the heating of shower water, which is provided by solar panels. We recommend arriving early to make sure you have enough space.

In Blois, the practice of caving is practised, but to satisfy all passions, canyoning and underground exploration are also the programme. Especially in Loir-et-Cher, with its famous cave in Orchaise and in the Centre region.

Welcome to a shooting school for all, welcoming, groups or C.E. less than 30 minutes south of Orléans. Beginners, children, women, hunters or tireurs, you will find areas of fire adapted to your level. Framed by an instructor, you are developing in the Sologne Forest among the many courses and situations in the plains, marshes, ponds… Many facilities (11 hunting courses, a wild boar, targets at 50 metres) for all kinds of atypical situations to train you or simply discover the sensations in safety. For children and women, low-fall weapons are made available for a good time. Do not hesitate to call to book or have additional information.

8 th edition in 2009. The test takes place in early April. For the runners, the real ones, a little more than 42 kilometers in loop around Cheverny, the marathon of the country of castles.

A sensitive natural area protected by the Conservatoire d'espaces naturels Centre-Val de Loire, this island is home to an alluvial forest remarkable for its biodiversity. Two footpaths crisscross the site, one of 800 m, the other of 2 km, to discover the local flora and fauna. In spring and summer, access to the shoreline is forbidden to the public in order not to disturb the brood of aquatic birds (barking sandpiper, little terns and common terns, small gravelot...) and not to disturb the beavers in their search for food. To be done with the family.

The leisure center covers 27 hectares, more than half of which are occupied by the water. Numerous sports and outdoor activities are possible: walks, fishing, volleyball, ping-pong, petanque ground, sailing school, archery. It is also possible to rent all the necessary equipment such as windsurfing, optimist sailboat, dinghy, catamaran, pedal boat, mountain bike, canoe. There are children's games and a picnic area.

The Salbris international circuit is the only site capable of offering activities and competitions ranging from karting to cars, motorcycles and scooters. Adults and children aged 3 and over alike will leave Sologne Karting delighted! Training courses with the French karting school and Scooter Power. The circuit hosts world, European and French championships. You'll be able to discover the track with karts whose power is adapted to your level. We've not forgotten to cater for the disabled, with two-seater karts available.

Aérocom Montgolfières is a tourist hot-air balloon agency based in Blois. Flights take place within 2 hours of sunrise or 2 hours before sunset, depending on weather conditions. Several take-off sites are available near castles such as Blois, Chaumont-sur-Loire, Cheverny, Chambord, Fougères-sur-Bièvre or Villesavin.

A desire for adventure, to spend a different time with family or friends, to keep an imperishable memory of your bachelor's party or a birthday? Loisirs Loire Valley is able to meet all your expectations! Here you can admire the Loire on board a microlight, discover quad biking or take advantage of the 60 hectares of the place to live adventures in the middle of nature. Patricia, Philippe and their team will guide you to choose between archery on an outdoor course, laser games and kayaking. Groups will be able to test the bubble-foot where players, sheltered by a protective bubble, can safely jostle each other during animated games. The treetop net course is a great way to get a change of scenery and to walk above the ground in complete safety. The barefoot trail allows you to reconnect with nature and to discover new sensations on a one kilometer course to be done in a calm environment. Young and old adventurers alike can embark on a treasure hunt in search of the forgotten treasures of a privateer. For even more peace and quiet after a good day of action, the aperitif bato allows you to get as close as possible to the royal river and its wildlife and to let yourself be carried away by its waves to forget the world for a magical moment. Two elegant guest rooms and a beautiful suite make it possible to enjoy this nature getaway even more.