Camping les Catalpas
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- Family-friendly site surrounded by the orchards of the Lot Valley
- On the riverfront, 15 minutes’ drive from Puy-l'Évêque
- Swimming pool, pétanque, fishing and canoe rental on site
Prepping for a holiday in the Lot Valley, and preferably one which involves lots of fishing, swimming and perhaps a bit of canoeing too? Let Camping les Catalpas do the honours. Directly on the Lot river, the family-friendly site welcomes guests to fish or go wild swimming in the river. It also rents out canoes (as long as children are accompanied by a responsible adult).
This is a place that's surrounded by the scenic orchards of Lot-et-Garonne in the southwest of France and a short drive away from local shops and restaurants. Between Périgord and Gascony, and within 35 minutes’ drive of the south of Dordogne, it’s a very handy base for tracking down hiking trails, towns and villages with tasty food and stunning castles.
You may want to start by taking a tour of the bastides (medieval fortified towns) of the Lot Valley. The site is a 20-minute drive from Monflanquin and 35 minutes from Villeneuve-sur-Lot. If touring castles is one of your top priorities too, make the 10-minute drive to Bonaguil Castle. For food shopping, the closest shops are within a five- to 10-minute drive of the site.
There are many fine ways to end the afternoon at Camping les Catalpas, whether it’s preparing for an evening of fishing or taking a dip in the outdoor swimming pool, which is only 1.45 metres deep. For those who take their family pétanque tournaments very seriously, there is also a pétanque court on site. Dogs are very welcome to join the holiday here, so no family member (furry or not) has to stay at home.
Site type
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Tourist board rating
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- The outdoor swimming pool is open between 15/06 and 31/08 (subject to weather conditions).
- Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
Languages spoken
English
French
Open from Sat, 12 Apr to
Reviews
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Very pleasant site next to the River Lot, private pitches with electric.…
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Electric grass pitch
Liked: Very pleasant site next to the River Lot, private pitches with electric.
Clean well kept facilities.
Plenty of scenic walks in the area.
Disliked: Great looking swimming pool on site but despite some good weather it wasn't due to open until mid-June and it was May when we stayed. Other sites we stayed at did have their pools open. 3km from shops and restaurants at Fumel.
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitchesUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearbyType
Farm Large (51-200 pitches)Nearby leisure
Tennis nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal pitches Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
Camping les Catalpas
Lieu-dit La Tour
Fumel
Lot-et-Garonne
France
47500
Directions Timezone
Europe/Paris CEST (GMT+02:00)
GPS
44.48357°N
1.00293°W
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Foodies may want to begin their time at Camping les Catalpas with an outing to the Farm and Pruneau Museum (an hour’s drive), a place dedicated to the indulgent prune. In Montayral, there is also a shop selling delicious prunes should you want to make it your go-to holiday snack.
Spend some time underground at Grottes de Fontirou (45 minutes), a series of caves lit by lamps. If you’d rather stick to exploring above ground, Villeneuve-sur-Lot (35 minutes) is a scenic spot to do so. The bastide town has traditional markets, grand town gates and gorgeous architecture all along the Lot river.
Bonaguil Castle (10 minutes) is another stunning spot to stroll around. Surrounded by lush, green countryside, the fortified castle was originally built in the 13th century, making it very, very old.
How does going horse-riding sound? There are horse-riding schools within a short drive of the site; the nearest is a 10-minute drive away.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Camping les Catalpas have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is Camping les Catalpas dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Camping les Catalpas? Foodies may want to begin their time at Camping les Catalpas with an outing to the Farm and Pruneau Museum (an hour’s drive), a place dedicated to the indulgent prune. In Montayral, … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Camping les Catalpas?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Camping les Catalpas? From £17.71 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.