Casino de Bagnoles de l'Orne

Bagnoles-de-Orne is a French commune located in the department of Orne and in the region of Basse-Normandie. The population sits under 2500 people. Locals are called Bagnolais. The town’s claim to fame is as the only spa located in the west of France. However, the area is quite beautiful with its weeping willows, lake, thermal springs, pleasing bridges and Belle-Epoque architecture. This is a great time to relax, get your bearings and gather your strength before heading out into the larger bustling cities.

Gaming

The casino offers a fleet of 145 classic and video slot machines and video poker terminals, ranging in denominations, beginning as low as one cent. Slots runs daily beginning at 11 am and 10 am on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. Table games in the casino include blackjack, with its 2 EUR minimum bet, English roulette (also 2 EUR) and Boule (1 EUR minimum). You can also find Texas Hold’em Poker. Look for 50 EUR games (2 tables) on Fridays. Saturdays and the eve of public holidays and Thursdays and Sundays for 2/2 blinds (1 table). 100 EUR games run Fri/Sat/public holiday eves with 2/4 blinds. All poker and table games open at 8 pm.

Hotel/Accommodations

Stay at the 3-star Hotel du Beryl, located on the shores of Lake Station Bagnoles just on the outskirts of the Andaines forest. The hotel is conveniently located close to the casino (part of the same group), shops and restaurants and provides views of the forest and lake. Most rooms have terraces and come equipped with LCD tv, air conditioning and free wireless internet access. Their 75 rooms come in types standard, comfort and standing. Take advantage of their spa facilities (a member of the Spas France network). Guests have free access to the heated indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi and sauna. The hotel is open 7/7, 365.

Dining

Dine in the casino restaurant La Terrasse, completely refurbished as recent as 2010, and offering traditional and refined cuisine. The restaurant is open daily except for lunch on Mondays. In the hotel, you can find the Apple Orchard Restaurant, with its gourmet seasonal cuisine, lake views, a la carte menu and terrace dining. When looking for regional specialties, try autumn mushrooms from the forests of Andaine. A local food festival is titled ‘greedy autumn’, taking place after the mushroom harvest.

Attractions/NightLife

Lounge Café provides DJ-spun tunes Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Watch for dance parties and tea dances. The hotel bar offers all your favourite drinks, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding area. Besides ‘greedy autumn’, other local festivals/events include a street theatre, held Fridays during summer, and a music festival every Sunday, during July and August as well. If you’re a fan of architecture, there’s many beautiful examples throughout the area. Noteworthy buildings include Printania (1905), Simone (1903), Le Castel (1900) and Villa du Credit Foncier (1888). Check along the ‘Belle Epoque’ district. The town takes great pride in its beautification efforts. Visit the arboretum, one of several local parks and gardens, the promenade, and the lake. The town is a recipient of 4 flowers in the competition Cities and Villages in Bloom.

Rewards/Deals

The casino uses a player rewards system. Sign up and receive a welcome gift with registration. Benefits may include room upgrades, personalized e-mails and exclusive invitations to special promotions. Talk to a casino representative about membership details.