A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Pure sport/One-week stay including 5 supervised windsurfing sessions (1 per day) and a pass giving access to the addicted park, the AquaPark and the Beach Club (SUP, Kayak, Pedalo).
No more heavy and difficult to maneuver equipment! Thanks to the new equipment, windsurfing is becoming an accessible sport.
This program is ideal for alternating learning and full-time practice on the largest natural lake in France.
Teaching basic maneuvers, harness navigation, funboarding initiation, depending on weather conditions. A large dedicated, equipped and secure water park, offering progress adapted to your pace.
For the most fans of gliding and thrills, join the foil school by testing our latest generation floats: windfoils!
The Bombannes sports village is located in a huge natural park under the pine forest, on the edge of the largest natural lake in France and near the ocean. In this exotic environment, the leisure area offers a wide range of activities: tree climbing, cycling, water sports, surfing, etc...
During your week, you can take advantage of your program and complementary activities or relax in the sports village: lounge areas under the pine trees, beach volleyball and beach by the lake..
In the evening, the team offers you moments of sharing in a friendly atmosphere.
A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Pure sport/ A sporty and relaxing stay to discover easy windsurfing on Lake Carcans. Everything is done to have fun and progress easily: windsurfing with your instructor, in the morning or in the afternoon, the other half day relaxing on the site. Accommodation and nautical base at the edge of the water, light sails, secure body of water and giant sandbank. The rest of the time, you can enjoy the sports village (beach by the lake, beach volleyball and petanque courts) and a wide range of complementary activities: tree climbing, ocean, wakeboarding, wakeboarding, sailing, sailing, bike paths, etc...One-week stay including 5 supervised windsurfing sessions (1 per day) and a pass giving access to the addicted park, the AquaPark and the Beach Club (SUP, Kayak, Pedalo).
No more heavy and difficult to maneuver equipment! Thanks to the new equipment, windsurfing is becoming an accessible sport. This program is ideal for alternating learning and full-time practice on the largest natural lake in France.
Teaching basic maneuvers, harness navigation, funboarding initiation, depending on weather conditions. A large dedicated, equipped and secure water park, offering progress adapted to your pace.
For the most fans of gliding and thrills, join the foil school by testing our latest generation floats: windfoils!
The Bombannes sports village is located in a huge natural park under the pine forest, on the edge of the largest natural lake in France and near the ocean. In this exotic environment, the leisure area offers a wide range of activities: tree climbing, cycling, water sports, surfing, etc...
During your week, you can take advantage of your program and complementary activities or relax in the sports village: lounge areas under the pine trees, beach volleyball and beach by the lake..
In the evening, the team offers you moments of sharing in a friendly atmosphere.
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
- Alternating half-days with an instructor and relaxing half-days
- Accommodation and nautical base at the water's edge
- Easy body of water with a large shallow area and moderate winds
- Natural and exotic setting between lake, forest and ocean
- Relaxation areas, beach volleyball and petanque courts by the lake
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
- Alternating half-days with an instructor and relaxing half-days
- Accommodation and nautical base at the water's edge
- Easy body of water with a large shallow area and moderate winds
- Natural and exotic setting between lake, forest and ocean
- Relaxation areas, beach volleyball and petanque courts by the lake
Included
- Full board accommodation and catering
- 5 windsurfing sessions with instructor
- A Bombannes Adventure pass
- Windsurfing equipment
- The entertainment of the evenings
Not Included
- Transport
- Personal equipment
- Complementary insurances
On option
- Arrived the day before
- Accommodation for 2 in a double room with separate beds
- Tree climbing course
- Electric bike
- Aqua park
The program
Day by dayDay of arrival
The whole team awaits you on Sunday, throughout the day, starting at 9 am. From 2 pm, free and friendly activities are offered to you: tournaments, nautical activities, fitness...
Starting at 18:30 p.m., presentation of the team that will accompany you throughout your stay. Afterwards, meet with your instructor to discuss the week's program before the welcome drink.
If you arrive after 20:00 please let us know.
If you purchased the option that arrived the day before, we will welcome you on Saturday between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m.
If you arrive after 20:00 please let us know.
If you purchased the option that arrived the day before, we will welcome you on Saturday between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m.
During your stay
Monday - Windsurfing session in the morning or in the afternoon.
Meeting with your instructor who will follow you throughout the week.
Meeting with your instructor who will follow you throughout the week.
For the latter, sharing the team spirit is just as important as being able to make each participant progress at their own speed. On this first day, you learn the safety rules and how to locate your level of progress. In the evening, everyone meets in 5-7 minutes for a new activity. A good dinner, on the terrace overlooking the beach, it will then be time to start the evening entertainment, offered by our team.
Tuesday - Windsurfing session in the morning or in the afternoon.
Your second day allows you to refine your bases and allows your instructor to personalize his advice. After the sport, our sailing team awaits you at the forefront, for exceptional nautical entertainment. You test, in a bucolic setting, the new trends and the new supports of our “veiled” friends. In the evening, directly on the terrace, a concert can be offered to you, followed by a dancefloor evening.
Wednesday - Relaxation in the morning and windsurfing session in the afternoon.
As the evening is often rich in emotion, we propose a quieter morning on the Bombannes site. Our catering team offers you a brunch, for those who choose to have a good time. In the afternoon, your instructor awaits you for the 3rd session. Back at the sports village, a new evening will be offered to you...
Thursday - Windsurfing session in the morning or in the afternoon.
In 5-7, the wake team makes you dream by giving you a demo full of tricks and dynamism, just in front of the sports village. The tone is set, the evening promises to be very lively.
Friday - Windsurfing session in the morning or in the afternoon.
You apply all the good advice provided by your instructor throughout the stay.
Starting at 18:30, all groups meet on the terrace for the week's debriefing. Our catering team offers you a festive buffet on the terrace, before moving on to the legendary last “Bombannesque” evening.
During your free time, take advantage of your Bombannes Adventure pass: a pass giving unlimited access to the tree-climbing park, the AquaPark and the Beach Club (SUP, Kayak, Pedalo).
The course of this program is indicative.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
It can also be adapted according to the technical and physical level of the participants.
Tuesday - Windsurfing session in the morning or in the afternoon.
Your second day allows you to refine your bases and allows your instructor to personalize his advice. After the sport, our sailing team awaits you at the forefront, for exceptional nautical entertainment. You test, in a bucolic setting, the new trends and the new supports of our “veiled” friends. In the evening, directly on the terrace, a concert can be offered to you, followed by a dancefloor evening.
Wednesday - Relaxation in the morning and windsurfing session in the afternoon.
As the evening is often rich in emotion, we propose a quieter morning on the Bombannes site. Our catering team offers you a brunch, for those who choose to have a good time. In the afternoon, your instructor awaits you for the 3rd session. Back at the sports village, a new evening will be offered to you...
Thursday - Windsurfing session in the morning or in the afternoon.
In 5-7, the wake team makes you dream by giving you a demo full of tricks and dynamism, just in front of the sports village. The tone is set, the evening promises to be very lively.
Friday - Windsurfing session in the morning or in the afternoon.
You apply all the good advice provided by your instructor throughout the stay.
Starting at 18:30, all groups meet on the terrace for the week's debriefing. Our catering team offers you a festive buffet on the terrace, before moving on to the legendary last “Bombannesque” evening.
During your free time, take advantage of your Bombannes Adventure pass: a pass giving unlimited access to the tree-climbing park, the AquaPark and the Beach Club (SUP, Kayak, Pedalo).
The course of this program is indicative.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
It can also be adapted according to the technical and physical level of the participants.
Last day
Last morning to pack up your things, vacate the rooms before 10:00am and enjoy the exceptional setting one last time.
The end of the stay is scheduled at 2 pm.
The end of the stay is scheduled at 2 pm.
SPOT
The salt flats
Plenty of sports activities, between lake and ocean
A few minutes from the Bombannes sports area, the bay offers a multitude of nautical and terrestrial activities: stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, adventure courses, climbing wall... It is the ideal setting for lots of sports activities in a preserved natural environment.
Hosting
Accommodation in Bombannes Sports Village
Accommodations and relaxation areas on the beach.
Large outdoor terrace.
3 buildings spread over the sports village:
- “Les Saintes”: 40 rooms, 8 PMR with 3 beds and 32 with 4 beds, with bathrooms and toilets.
- “Martinique”: 22 rooms with 4 beds with showers and sinks. Common sanitary facilities.
- “Guadeloupe”: 20 rooms with 4 beds and 2 with 2 beds with showers and sinks. Common sanitary facilities.
ABOUT THE TRIP
Equipment Included
All the equipment necessary for the activity is provided by the UCPA.
Equipment Included
All the equipment necessary for the activity is provided by the UCPA.
Address and access
You are coming by car:
From Paris or Toulouse, take the Bordeaux ring road in the direction of Mérignac, then exit 8 in the direction of Lacanau.
Pass Sainte-Hélène, take the direction of Carcans, then Maubuisson.
At the exit of Mauisson, turn right at the roundabout, direction Bombannes. After 2 km, arrival at the entrance of the Domaine de Bombannes.
At the first roundabout, take the road on the left, then follow the signs “UCPA Village Nautique”.
Pass in front of the “Coben les Pins” and “La Dune Bleue” campsites. Always follow the signs “UCPA Village Nautique”. Continue straight ahead. At the first fork, keep to the right. At the second fork, keep to the left. At the end of the road, you have arrived at the car park of the UCPA Bombannes nautical village.
You are coming by train:
Arrival at Bordeaux Saint-Jean SNCF station. Take the TRANSPORT NOUVELLE-AQUITAINE bus company, line 710. Get off at the CARCANS-BOMBANNES stop (information and prices at 0974 500 033 or on the site https://transports.nouvelle-aquitaine.fr/). The stop is 2km from the center, please let us know in advance so that we can come and pick you up.
We can organize the transfer between Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station and the UCPA center. The option can be booked directly online at the same time as the stay by selecting “Bordeaux shuttle”.
SHUTTLE TIMETABLES:
ARRIVAL:
SUNDAYS 23/06, 30/06 and 07/07: departure of the shuttle at 13:15 from the station (expect a train that arrives at 12:15 maximum)
SUNDAYS from 14/07 to 25/08 inclusive: departure of the shuttle at 14:00 from the station (expect a train that arrives at 13:00 maximum).
SUNDAY 1/09: Departure of the shuttle at 13:15 from the station (expect a train that arrives at 12:45 maximum)
SUNDAYS from 08/09 to 29/09: departure of the shuttle at 14:00 from the station (expect a train that arrives at 13:00 maximum).
DEPARTURE:
SATURDAYS 29/06, 03/08, 10/08 and 24/08: arrival of the shuttle at 15:00 at the station (expect a train from 16:15).
SATURDAYS from 06/07 to 27/07 inclusive, 17/08 and 31/08: arrival of the shuttle at 16:00 at the station (expect a train from 17:15)
SATURDAYS from 7/09 to 05/10: we expect to arrive at the station at 13:30 (expect a train from 14:45)
You are coming by plane:
From Bordeaux-Mérignac airport, a regular bus connection (around 9 euros) allows you to reach the Bordeaux Saint-Jean SNCF train station in 45 minutes. You can also take advantage of the UCPA shuttle on Sundays at midday, directly from Mérignac airport, by selecting the “Bordeaux airport shuttle” option.
SHUTTLE TIMETABLES:
ARRIVAL:
SUNDAYS 23/06, 30/06 and 07/07: departure of the shuttle at 13:45 from the airport (expect a plane that arrives at 12:15 maximum)
SUNDAYS from 14/07 to 25/08 inclusive: transfer of the shuttle at 14:30 to the airport (plan for a plane that arrives at 13:00 maximum).
SUNDAY 1/09: Departure of the shuttle at 13:45 from the airport (expect a plane that arrives at 12:45 maximum)
SUNDAYS from 08/09 to 29/09: departure of the shuttle at 14:30 from the airport (provide a plane that arrives at 13:00 maximum).
DEPARTURE:
SATURDAYS 29/06, 03/08, 10/08 and 24/08: arrival of the shuttle at 14:30 at the airport (plan a plane from 16:15).
SATURDAYS from 06/07 to 27/07 inclusive, 17/08 and 31/08: arrival of the shuttle at 15:30 at the airport (plan a plane from 17:15)
SATURDAYS from 7/09 to 05/10: we plan to go to the airport 13:00 (plan a plane from 14:45)
UCPA sports village:
Domaine de Bombannes - 33121 Carcans
Tél.: 05 56 03 95 83
UCPA sports village:
Domaine de Bombannes - 33121 Carcans
Tél.: 05 56 03 95 83
Address and access
You are coming by car:
From Paris or Toulouse, take the Bordeaux ring road in the direction of Mérignac, then exit 8 in the direction of Lacanau.
Pass Sainte-Hélène, take the direction of Carcans, then Maubuisson.
At the exit of Mauisson, turn right at the roundabout, direction Bombannes. After 2 km, arrival at the entrance of the Domaine de Bombannes.
At the first roundabout, take the road on the left, then follow the signs “UCPA Village Nautique”.
Pass in front of the “Coben les Pins” and “La Dune Bleue” campsites. Always follow the signs “UCPA Village Nautique”. Continue straight ahead. At the first fork, keep to the right. At the second fork, keep to the left. At the end of the road, you have arrived at the car park of the UCPA Bombannes nautical village.
You are coming by train:
Arrival at Bordeaux Saint-Jean SNCF station. Take the TRANSPORT NOUVELLE-AQUITAINE bus company, line 710. Get off at the CARCANS-BOMBANNES stop (information and prices at 0974 500 033 or on the site https://transports.nouvelle-aquitaine.fr/). The stop is 2km from the center, please let us know in advance so that we can come and pick you up.
We can organize the transfer between Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station and the UCPA center. The option can be booked directly online at the same time as the stay by selecting “Bordeaux shuttle”.
SHUTTLE TIMETABLES:
ARRIVAL:
SUNDAYS 23/06, 30/06 and 07/07: departure of the shuttle at 13:15 from the station (expect a train that arrives at 12:15 maximum)
SUNDAYS from 14/07 to 25/08 inclusive: departure of the shuttle at 14:00 from the station (expect a train that arrives at 13:00 maximum).
SUNDAY 1/09: Departure of the shuttle at 13:15 from the station (expect a train that arrives at 12:45 maximum)
SUNDAYS from 08/09 to 29/09: departure of the shuttle at 14:00 from the station (expect a train that arrives at 13:00 maximum).
DEPARTURE:
SATURDAYS 29/06, 03/08, 10/08 and 24/08: arrival of the shuttle at 15:00 at the station (expect a train from 16:15).
SATURDAYS from 06/07 to 27/07 inclusive, 17/08 and 31/08: arrival of the shuttle at 16:00 at the station (expect a train from 17:15)
SATURDAYS from 7/09 to 05/10: we expect to arrive at the station at 13:30 (expect a train from 14:45)
You are coming by plane:
From Bordeaux-Mérignac airport, a regular bus connection (around 9 euros) allows you to reach the Bordeaux Saint-Jean SNCF train station in 45 minutes. You can also take advantage of the UCPA shuttle on Sundays at midday, directly from Mérignac airport, by selecting the “Bordeaux airport shuttle” option.
SHUTTLE TIMETABLES:
ARRIVAL:
SUNDAYS 23/06, 30/06 and 07/07: departure of the shuttle at 13:45 from the airport (expect a plane that arrives at 12:15 maximum)
SUNDAYS from 14/07 to 25/08 inclusive: transfer of the shuttle at 14:30 to the airport (plan for a plane that arrives at 13:00 maximum).
SUNDAY 1/09: Departure of the shuttle at 13:45 from the airport (expect a plane that arrives at 12:45 maximum)
SUNDAYS from 08/09 to 29/09: departure of the shuttle at 14:30 from the airport (provide a plane that arrives at 13:00 maximum).
DEPARTURE:
SATURDAYS 29/06, 03/08, 10/08 and 24/08: arrival of the shuttle at 14:30 at the airport (plan a plane from 16:15).
SATURDAYS from 06/07 to 27/07 inclusive, 17/08 and 31/08: arrival of the shuttle at 15:30 at the airport (plan a plane from 17:15)
SATURDAYS from 7/09 to 05/10: we plan to go to the airport 13:00 (plan a plane from 14:45)
UCPA sports village:
Domaine de Bombannes - 33121 Carcans
Tél.: 05 56 03 95 83
From Paris or Toulouse, take the Bordeaux ring road in the direction of Mérignac, then exit 8 in the direction of Lacanau.
Pass Sainte-Hélène, take the direction of Carcans, then Maubuisson.
At the exit of Mauisson, turn right at the roundabout, direction Bombannes. After 2 km, arrival at the entrance of the Domaine de Bombannes.
At the first roundabout, take the road on the left, then follow the signs “UCPA Village Nautique”.
Pass in front of the “Coben les Pins” and “La Dune Bleue” campsites. Always follow the signs “UCPA Village Nautique”. Continue straight ahead. At the first fork, keep to the right. At the second fork, keep to the left. At the end of the road, you have arrived at the car park of the UCPA Bombannes nautical village.
You are coming by train:
Arrival at Bordeaux Saint-Jean SNCF station. Take the TRANSPORT NOUVELLE-AQUITAINE bus company, line 710. Get off at the CARCANS-BOMBANNES stop (information and prices at 0974 500 033 or on the site https://transports.nouvelle-aquitaine.fr/). The stop is 2km from the center, please let us know in advance so that we can come and pick you up.
We can organize the transfer between Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station and the UCPA center. The option can be booked directly online at the same time as the stay by selecting “Bordeaux shuttle”.
SHUTTLE TIMETABLES:
ARRIVAL:
SUNDAYS 23/06, 30/06 and 07/07: departure of the shuttle at 13:15 from the station (expect a train that arrives at 12:15 maximum)
SUNDAYS from 14/07 to 25/08 inclusive: departure of the shuttle at 14:00 from the station (expect a train that arrives at 13:00 maximum).
SUNDAY 1/09: Departure of the shuttle at 13:15 from the station (expect a train that arrives at 12:45 maximum)
SUNDAYS from 08/09 to 29/09: departure of the shuttle at 14:00 from the station (expect a train that arrives at 13:00 maximum).
DEPARTURE:
SATURDAYS 29/06, 03/08, 10/08 and 24/08: arrival of the shuttle at 15:00 at the station (expect a train from 16:15).
SATURDAYS from 06/07 to 27/07 inclusive, 17/08 and 31/08: arrival of the shuttle at 16:00 at the station (expect a train from 17:15)
SATURDAYS from 7/09 to 05/10: we expect to arrive at the station at 13:30 (expect a train from 14:45)
You are coming by plane:
From Bordeaux-Mérignac airport, a regular bus connection (around 9 euros) allows you to reach the Bordeaux Saint-Jean SNCF train station in 45 minutes. You can also take advantage of the UCPA shuttle on Sundays at midday, directly from Mérignac airport, by selecting the “Bordeaux airport shuttle” option.
SHUTTLE TIMETABLES:
ARRIVAL:
SUNDAYS 23/06, 30/06 and 07/07: departure of the shuttle at 13:45 from the airport (expect a plane that arrives at 12:15 maximum)
SUNDAYS from 14/07 to 25/08 inclusive: transfer of the shuttle at 14:30 to the airport (plan for a plane that arrives at 13:00 maximum).
SUNDAY 1/09: Departure of the shuttle at 13:45 from the airport (expect a plane that arrives at 12:45 maximum)
SUNDAYS from 08/09 to 29/09: departure of the shuttle at 14:30 from the airport (provide a plane that arrives at 13:00 maximum).
DEPARTURE:
SATURDAYS 29/06, 03/08, 10/08 and 24/08: arrival of the shuttle at 14:30 at the airport (plan a plane from 16:15).
SATURDAYS from 06/07 to 27/07 inclusive, 17/08 and 31/08: arrival of the shuttle at 15:30 at the airport (plan a plane from 17:15)
SATURDAYS from 7/09 to 05/10: we plan to go to the airport 13:00 (plan a plane from 14:45)
UCPA sports village:
Domaine de Bombannes - 33121 Carcans
Tél.: 05 56 03 95 83
Equipment not included
Bring your towels and spare linen, not to mention a pair of used shoes for nautical activities and bike trips. Provide sun protection (creams, caps, glasses).
Provide a small padlock to secure valuables in your wardrobe.
Equipment not included
Bring your towels and spare linen, not to mention a pair of used shoes for nautical activities and bike trips. Provide sun protection (creams, caps, glasses). Provide a small padlock to secure valuables in your wardrobe.
Physical intensity
Casual sportsman
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
Physical intensity
Casual sportsman
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
Level of expertise
All levels
Technical level - All levels
Technical level - All levels
Internships open to all levels, whether you are a beginner or an expert.
Depending on the courses, possibility of groups of levels.
Depending on the courses, possibility of groups of levels.
Level of expertise
All levels
Technical level - All levels
Internships open to all levels, whether you are a beginner or an expert.
Depending on the courses, possibility of groups of levels.
Technical level - All levels
Internships open to all levels, whether you are a beginner or an expert.
Depending on the courses, possibility of groups of levels.
Restauration
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, our chefs take care of everything and welcome you around unlimited buffets.
The schedule, dietary intake and quantity are adapted to the pace of sports activities.
The schedule, dietary intake and quantity are adapted to the pace of sports activities.
Careful collective food, offering a wide choice, meeting everyone's desires (including special diets).
Restauration
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, our chefs take care of everything and welcome you around unlimited buffets.
The schedule, dietary intake and quantity are adapted to the pace of sports activities.
Careful collective food, offering a wide choice, meeting everyone's desires (including special diets).
The schedule, dietary intake and quantity are adapted to the pace of sports activities.
Careful collective food, offering a wide choice, meeting everyone's desires (including special diets).
Management
All courses are supervised by qualified instructors.
Management
All courses are supervised by qualified instructors.
Important information
We remind you that the introduction of alcohol and narcotic products is prohibited within the sports village. For the safety of property and people, surveillance officers will enforce this instruction.
Violators will have their alcohol products confiscated and the director of the sports village reserves the right to exclude them. No compensation will be due in this respect.
In Maubuisson (5 km) and the surrounding area, you have all the services expected of a seaside resort: cash machines, post office, doctor's office, supermarket, supermarket, bar, press, etc.
In Maubuisson (5 km) and the surrounding area, you have all the services expected of a seaside resort: cash machines, post office, doctor's office, supermarket, supermarket, bar, press, etc.
Important information
We remind you that the introduction of alcohol and narcotic products is prohibited within the sports village. For the safety of property and people, surveillance officers will enforce this instruction.
Violators will have their alcohol products confiscated and the director of the sports village reserves the right to exclude them. No compensation will be due in this respect.
In Maubuisson (5 km) and the surrounding area, you have all the services expected of a seaside resort: cash machines, post office, doctor's office, supermarket, supermarket, bar, press, etc.
Violators will have their alcohol products confiscated and the director of the sports village reserves the right to exclude them. No compensation will be due in this respect.
In Maubuisson (5 km) and the surrounding area, you have all the services expected of a seaside resort: cash machines, post office, doctor's office, supermarket, supermarket, bar, press, etc.