“The situation is serious but not catastrophic,” said Pierre Houé, manager of the Capfun company, which has 125 campsites in France, Spain, Belgium, Italy and the Netherlands. Indeed, for the time being, all infrastructure is dormant when the season should have started in April. But he says he is confident.
“During an interview with our Federation, Emmanuel Macron was clear: no French on vacation during the second half of May and decision to open tourist sites in late May. While specifying that he had a very positive vision of outdoor accommodation.
In view of the deconfinement in Germany, which seems well under control, we plan to open part of our sites on June 6. Camping remains the best solution for summer vacations. We offer outdoor, individual accommodation and, unlike hotels, there is no risk of contamination in the corridors. We have large walkways. “
Owner of the Mirabelle campsite in Volstroff for three years, he ensures that everything is scrupulously controlled. “We did not wait for the virus to do analyzes in our pools. The water is ultra-chlorinated. However, showers will be imposed before accessing the pools. It will undoubtedly be necessary to limit attendance, to suppress certain entertainment evenings and our restaurants and bars will remain closed until we have the green light from the government. “
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Opening desired before June 27
Pierre Houé follows the news closely and documents himself. “Few cases of Covid have been found in children. Luckily, that’s our target. Obviously, I remain vigilant but I think that we can accommodate them in our mini-clubs and that the distances imposed will be respected automatically. “Deposit of key on arrival in cars, installation of windows at reception, intensive disinfection of accommodation are already announced.
“About 30 of our campsites will open, I hope, in June. That of Volstroff could return to service by June 27. It is vast. We just launched the 1 € relax offer without commitment. Bookings have taken off by 30% compared to 2019. If necessary, customers will be upgraded so that they have more space and less will be accommodated if necessary. “
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Notoriety at stake
As a good father, he does not want to take any risks. “Our reputation is at stake. I would not want one of my campsites closed because of the Covid. We have invested 43 million euros this year on all of our sites. We gained notoriety, passing in front of Club Med. Our concept: great holidays at low prices. For less than € 800 for four, with all the comforts, you can come and change your mind. And good news, the town of Volstroff is located not far from Metz and Thionville. A good option if travel is limited to less than 100 km this summer.
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