Picardia BattleKart

In the suburbs of Amiens, in Croixrault, Picardia brings together BattleKart indoor karting, bowling, escape games, karaoke and over twelve other activities on one site. The complex sits in the Saleux-Salouël shopping zone, in the first southern Amiens ring, in a multi-activity format that makes it a regional reference for groups looking for an evening combining several entertainments in a single venue. The augmented BattleKart karting (video projections synced with the karts) breaks from classic codes.

The BattleKart concept stands out through its game modes inspired by video games: classic races, but also capture the flag, virtual weapon battles, or team co-op courses. With sessions starting at 20 euros, the price is fair for this premium hybrid format between karting and eSports. The complex also offers combo packs with bowling, escape games or karaoke, particularly popular with groups (kids' birthdays, stag and hen parties, friends or corporate evenings). It's a format suited to groups wanting to chain several activities without changing venue.

Croixrault is 15 minutes from central Amiens via the A29 and 1 hr 30 from Paris via the A1 then A29. The area offers plenty to extend the trip: Amiens cathedral listed as UNESCO World Heritage (the largest in France), the Hortillonnages and their floating gardens, the sailor's village-museum at Saint-Valery-sur-Somme, the Bay of Somme one hour away, or a detour to Lille 1 hr 15 away. A handy pick for Picard groups looking for a multi-activity format, or for visitors on an Amiens stay wanting to round out their programme.