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Base de Loisirs in Lot-et-GaronneLot-et-Garonne & Tarn Attractions  - spread over a wide area and perhaps overshadowed by its more famous neighbour (the Dordogne), however the region still has plenty to interest you during your holiday, with enchanting towns and villages, spectacular rivers, chateaux, caves and more besides.  Also, although a long way from the sea, there are no shortage of swimming lakes (Base de Loisirs) where you can cool down in those hot summer months.

Mini-roller coaster at Cap Découverte - photo used with kind permissionCap Découverte

Location: On the N88 north of Albi and to the south of Blaye Les Mimes.
General Information: 
Entrance prices are complex, depending on what you would like to do.  A family pass costs €15 for those over 1.35m and €10 for those under.  To check details of what is included, check out the website or tel: 08 25 08 12 34.  Fully open 10AM - 8PM in high season, selective opening from April to End September.
Description: A unique attraction located in a disused open-pit coalmine that's been converted into a gigantic leisure centre featuring a spectacular amphitheatre 1300 metres in diameter and 230 metres deep, entirely dedicated to fun!  There's an incredible range of activities on offer includin
g skiing, zip-lining, tobogganing, cycling, rollerblading, skating , mini karts and swimming.
Our recommendations: We've never been there which is a shame because it looks fantastic.  But it has been highly recommended by France For Families' regulars.
For the children:  Although there are suitable activities for young children, this attraction will appeal more to children from age 8 upwards.

Our favourite attractions in Lot-et-Garonne & Tarn:

         - African Safari
         - Airbus Factory
         - Bleu de Lectoure
         - Cap Découverte
         - Chateau de Cassaigne
         - L'Azinet Donkey Rides
         - Musée du Plein Air

         - Space City
         - Tepacap
         - Walibi Theme Park

In the hot summer months, why not cool down at a Base de Loisir?!

External websites on Lot-et-Garonne & Tarn:
- Lot Tourist Authority
- Tarn Web Guide
- Aveyron Tourist Authority

You may be interested in our section on the Dordogne which is within a day trip's reach from Lot-et-Garonne.
Chosen by our children:

     - Top Attractions in the Lot-et-Garonne
     - Top ten Holiday destinations in France