Camping Le Vélodrome

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  • Leafy campsite 10 minutes’ walk from central Albert in the Somme
  • Thiepval 10 minutes’ drive; Amiens 35 minutes; Arras 40 minutes
  • Spacious grass pitches five minutes’ walk from fishing and cycling
Whether you’re just passing through on your way from the Channel ports to the south of France, or staying around to tour some of the WWI cemeteries and memorials, Camping Le Vélodrome is a little patch of peaceful greenery 10 minutes’ walk from the centre of Albert in the department of Somme. With spacious grass pitches sheltered by trees and divided by hedges for extra privacy, this landscaped site has facilities including a spotless shower block, a pétanque court and a quiet garden for putting your feet up and having a snooze. The pitches sit next to a brace of ponds where you can fish, stroll the leafy waterside and hire a pedal boat to explore the shoreline. Any cyclists among you can make a lap or two of the local sports track (five minutes’ walk), where there’s also a games pitch for kicking a ball around and a play area for the kids. Foodwise, you can pick up barbecue supplies from the local hypermarket (five minutes’ drive), or take a stroll into Albert to its welcoming bistros and cafés.

Site type

Tent pitches 45
Touring caravan pitches 45
Motorhome pitches 45
Rent a tent 16
Open now
Opens 1 April

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • 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.
  • The restaurant is open between 01/06 and 30/09.
  • Entertainment and activities are available between 01/06 and 30/09.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • The games room is open between 01/04 and 30/09.
  • The bar is open between 01/06 and 30/09.
  • This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.

Languages spoken

English

French

German

Spanish

Open from Tue, 1 Apr to

Pitch types & availability

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90% would recommend this site to a friend

86% would stay here again

What customers say

This well-located campsite offers spacious, private pitches and a friendly atmosphere, just a short walk from Albert town centre. Visitors praise the helpful staff, the peaceful setting, and proximity to WW1 sites. Facilities are generally clean, though some reviews mention they are a bit dated and lack toilet paper. The site is ideal for exploring the Somme region and offers a pleasant base for a relaxing stay.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Vriendelijk personeel. Bakker en snackbar op vakantie. Jammer!

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Anonymous

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked De standplaats. Stroom en water dichtbij.

Disliked Het sanitair. Geen toiletpapier bij het toilet. Bij de afwasplek was het warmwater lauw en er kwam een klein straaltje water uit de kraan.

Recommend to friends Visit again

We would not stay here again due to poor sanitation facilities.

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Averil W.

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Good location on cycle path for visiting WW1 sites in the area.
Good sized pitches, with trees for shade.
Friendly receptionist.

Disliked Dilapidated, dirty toilet, washing up and shower facilities - worst I’ve seen on a camp site in recent years.
Out of order amenities; nearest electric and water points to our pitch, toilet etc

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site!

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Michael T.

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Spaced out, private pitches with shade.

Disliked Toilet sinks were also for dishwashing.

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A recommander , ideale puur transit de quelques jours.

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Anonymous

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Acceuil tres aimable. Site propre et tranquille.
Dans la proximite , a pied belle nature, en velo des sites militaired du Geurre 1916.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely campsite with everything you need, free showers, clean toilets

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PAUL D.

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Really nice place, had a walk around the lake, spotted a couple of Mink in the little river next to the site. Set in a beautiful historic village. We only stayed for an overnight stay but wished we'd stayed a bit longer.

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The friendly staff. Showers lovely and big and toilet amenities good…

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8 out of 10
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Donna E.

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked The friendly staff. Showers lovely and big and toilet amenities good

Disliked Nothing

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Peaceful and friendly…

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Emma R.

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Peaceful and friendly

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Super accueil ! Roxane est très sympa. Les emplacements ''du bas'' pour…

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Anonymous

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Super accueil ! Roxane est très sympa. Les emplacements ''du bas'' pour les camping-car devraient être aussi cocooning que ceux ''du haut'', par exemple plus de petites haies pour délimiter les espaces. Le coin ''salon''(avec plusieurs tables, chaises, fauteuils, jeux ) est original, c'est une bonne idée.

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Lovely campsite in stunning grounds!

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Emma N.

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Grounds
Welcome from the owners
Fresh bread service
Price

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site with clean facilities, friendly staff and level pitches

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Trevor H.

Electric grass tent pitch

Liked Very helpful staff, excellent facilities, seating area..

Recommend to friends Visit again


Features

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Covered terrace area Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site cafe On-site restaurant On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area Pétanque Soft play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Baby-changing facilities 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 Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Lake and/or mountain Leave the car at home Peaceful Remote location Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Large (51-200 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Location

Camping Le Vélodrome

Avenue Henry Dunant

Albert

Somme

France

80300

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Paris CEST (GMT+02:00)

GPS

50.01003°N
2.65496°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

Set the scene for a tour of the Somme battlefields with a visit to the Musée Somme 1916 (10 minutes’ walk) in Albert, with informative subterranean displays of weapons and military uniforms as well as recreations of the wartime trenches. From there, you are within easy reach of the Thiepval Memorial (10 minutes’ drive), Pozières Memorial and Cemetery (five minutes) and the carefully tended ranks of graves in Caterpillar Valley Cemetery (15 minutes). Historic Arras (40 minutes) has plenty of WWI memorials too, evident when you visit the Carrière Wellington, a network of tunnels dug from medieval chalk quarries by the Allies. Going further back in time, it’s also worth stopping by the sprawling, star-shaped Citadelle d’Arras, built by military architect Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban in 1672. If you’re travelling with kids, head for lively Amiens (35 minutes) to see big cats and red pandas at the Zoo d’Amiens Métropole, visit the Jules Verne House – former home of the madcap sci-fi writer – and climb to the top of the landmark Beffroi d’Amiens for views over city rooftops.

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Camping Le Vélodrome have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Camping Le Vélodrome dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Camping Le Vélodrome? Set the scene for a tour of the Somme battlefields with a visit to the Musée Somme 1916 (10 minutes’ walk) in Albert, with informative subterranean displays of weapons and military uniforms … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Camping Le Vélodrome?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  12 p.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Camping Le Vélodrome? From £16.06 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.