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What is petanque?
Petanque is a game in which players throw metal balls towards a small wooden target called a cochonnet. Usually played on gravel or compacted ground, it is a popular social activity in France and other parts of Europe. Petanque can be enjoyed casually on holiday or as part of an organised amateur match.
Do I need travel insurance for petanque?
Travel insurance remains important even when you are taking part in a relatively low-risk holiday activity. It can help if you need medical treatment abroad or have to cancel or cut short your trip for an insured reason. Petanque is included as standard on some policies available through Direct Travel. Select the activity when getting your quotes and make sure it appears on your Policy Certificate.
Things to remember:
- Select petanque when getting your travel insurance quotes
- Check that the activity appears on your Policy Certificate
- Make sure the playing area is clear before throwing
- Wear supportive footwear suitable for gravel or uneven ground
- Check the competition conditions if you plan to enter an organised event
Travel insurance that includes petanque
Emergency medical expenses can be covered if you are injured while playing petanque abroad. Depending on the policy selected, you may also have cover for cancellation, curtailment, personal belongings and other insured events affecting your trip.
Cover only applies when petanque is included on your policy. Read the applicable Policy Wording for the full terms, limits and exclusions.
Petanque FAQs
Is petanque covered by standard travel insurance?
Petanque is included as standard on some travel insurance policies. Activity lists differ, so select petanque during the quote process and confirm that it appears on your Policy Certificate.
Can I play petanque casually while on holiday?
Yes, policies that cover petanque can be available through Direct Travel. This can include a casual game at a hotel, campsite, public court or local club, subject to the policy terms.
Can amateur petanque competitions be covered?
Some policies can cover amateur participation when the competition is incidental to a wider holiday. Cover does not apply if competing is the main purpose of your trip or if you are taking part professionally, for payment, under sponsorship or for prize money.
Are medical expenses covered if I am injured while playing?
Emergency medical expenses can be covered if you suffer an accidental injury while playing petanque and the activity is included on your policy. Policy excesses, benefit limits and exclusions apply.
Is Personal Liability included while playing petanque?
Personal Liability may be included, depending on the policy selected and the circumstances of the incident. Check the Policy Wording for exclusions and benefit limits.
Can I get petanque cover if I have a medical condition?
You may be able to obtain cover, but you must declare all relevant medical conditions during the quote process. Your cover and premium will depend on the policy and the outcome of medical screening.
Before buying, make sure petanque is shown on your Policy Certificate and review the Policy Wording for all applicable terms, conditions, limits and exclusions.
