Ferme en Vallière
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- Off-grid Jura site on an organic farm five minutes’ drive from Publy
- Forêt Fantastique 10 minutes’ drive and Lac de Chalain 25 minutes
- Chillout zone with communal campfire and tipi; wildlife in the forest
Ready to get right back to basics and go wild camping five minutes’ drive from the rural hamlet of Publy in the Haut Jura? The off-grid pitches at peaceful and leafy Ferme en Vallière occupy a tree-shaded field in a quiet corner of an Agriculture Biologique (certified organic) market garden; there are 2.5 hectares of meadows, forests, orchards and food-producing areas for you to explore across the property.
No-frills amenities stretch to composting toilets in wooden shacks, a shower fed from an agricultural water tank and a washing-up area. Please note there is no drinking water, no electricity and no waste disposal for campers on site. However, there is a communal area encompassing a campfire and large tipi, where you can cook in the evening, hang out under the stars and make new friends with fellow guests.
Ferme en Vallière is a handy springboard to mountain hikes and cycle rides in the surrounding fir forest; it’s also close to peaceful Lac de Chalain (25 minutes’ drive) and only half an hour by car from the spectacular Hérisson Waterfalls. And a little secret… lynx are known to roam close by. If you get lucky, you might hear them calling in the night or catch a rare glimpse of them among the trees.
Site type
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- 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.
- This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Languages spoken
English
French
Open from Fri 1 May to
Pitch types & availability
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Non-electric grass and gravel touring pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: Max 10m width × 5m depth (50m²)
Arrival daysFrom €15 (€15)
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Non-electric hardstanding and grass tent pitch
4 people maximum Ground type: Hardstanding and grass
Pitch size: Max 3m width × 3m depth (9m²)
Arrival daysFrom €15 (€15)
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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 Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette 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 yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Peaceful Remote location Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No drinkable water point No hot water Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Shop nearbyType
Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)Accessibility
Level site, no steep slopesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal pitchesLocation
Ferme en Vallière
Publy
Jura
France
39570
Directions Timezone
Europe/Paris CEST (GMT+02:00)
GPS
46.62219°N
5.64127°E
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
The Haut Jura has plenty of sporty options for active bods; try the walks, hikes and mountain biking trails right from the site. You can also explore on horseback, with treks in the Jura foothills available from the equestrian centre in Chalain (20 minutes’ drive), or have a go at kayaking and paddleboarding on the broad meanders of the River Ain (gear hire is 20 minutes’ drive), keeping your eye out for local birdlife like mute swans and little grebes.
There are more watersports available on Lac de Chalain (25 minutes), where you can soak up the sun on sandy beaches, cool off in the clear water and hire paddle boats to explore the shoreline. If you’d rather stay on dry land, rent scooters to whizz down forest tracks circumnavigating the lake.
The whole family can have more fun in the fresh air on zipwires and treetop nets at Montciel Aventure (15 minutes). Quieter family-friendly pursuits include discovering the animal sculptures hidden away in the Forêt Fantastique (10 minutes), and the quirky exhibits and colourful advertising posters at La Maison de la Vache Qui Rit (20 minutes) are always guaranteed to raise a smile.
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- Does Ferme en Vallière have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Ferme en Vallière dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Ferme en Vallière? The Haut Jura has plenty of sporty options for active bods; try the walks, hikes and mountain biking trails right from the site. You can also explore on horseback, with treks in … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Ferme en Vallière?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 12:30 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Ferme en Vallière? From £12.94 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.