A cool, relaxing space to welcome young and old alike during the summer months: that’s how you could define the Cergy Pontoise leisure island in a nutshell. Between sandy beach for sunbathing and a temple of sports and water sports, this is the perfect spot to escape the hustle and bustle of Paris and treat yourself to a day out of the ordinary. We take you on a tour of this leisure base located only 45 minutes from the capital by public transport.
A 5,000 m² beach just 45 minutes from Paris
If you’re in the mood for a small getaway to enjoy the summer before school starts, we’ve got the perfect outing idea for you. To get to l’île de loisirs de Cergy Pontois e, simply take the RER A or Transilien then a bus, and your getaway can begin. The result is a huge complex of sandy beaches, sports and leisure facilities, and the chance to indulge in all kinds of outdoor activities!
First and foremost, we have to talk about this large beach of 5,000 square meters, a huge waterside relaxation area. Well-equipped and supervised, it’s perfect for the little ones to play and splash around, and for the grown-ups who prefer to laze around. No need to travel all the way to Normandy to cool off on the beach! And to keep things fun and aquatic, there’s also a huge aquaparc with slides and facilities of all kinds, as well as a surf wave!
For all lovers of water sports and leisure, the Ile de Cergy abounds with activities such as rafting, water skiing, rowing, sailing, aeroscoot and the list goes on. But for those wishing to stay on land and practice a sporting activity, there are plenty of facilities here too. Tennis, paddle tennis, archery, mountain biking, rock climbing, paintball…
In short, anything seems possible on the Ile de loisirs de Cergy. Whether you’re here to chill or treat yourself to a sporting getaway, this complex based just a few kilometers from the capital is perfect!
Île de loisirs de Cergy Pontoise – Practical information here
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