Camping La Châtaigneraie

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Non-electric pitch

  • Well-equipped site in a chestnut grove in the southern Ardèche
  • Païolive Wood 15 minutes’ drive; Aven d’Orgnac caves 45 minutes
  • Cycle hire; pétanque court and playground; food shop and bread service
Close to the southern village of Les Vans (five minutes’ drive), and straddling two spectacular natural parks (Monts d’Ardèche and Cévennes), Camping La Châtaigneraie is a top destination for a holiday revolving around mountain hikes and watersports (the river Chassezac, a 10-minute walk away, is a popular spot for wild swimming and canoeing) – or pure relaxation. Pitches separated by natural greenery occupy a series of terraces in a shaded chestnut grove – a pretty dreamy setting for an Ardèche stay. Guests can take advantage of multiple services and facilities, from bike hire and fishing to a delivery service for bread and pastries. While the kids make new friends in the shaded playground or at the ping-pong table, the grownups might practise their throw on the pétanque court – or just chill on the shaded terrace or in a hammock with a book from the on-site library. During peak season, there are weekly evening gatherings around the firepit; the less-social types among you might be glad to learn that there is also a dedicated quiet area. A small shop sells local foodstuffs and drinks that you can then devour and sip at picnic tables around the site. For a more in-depth exploration of the gastronomic heritage of the area, you can head to Les Vans, which has a handful of eateries and a Saturday morning market, or for greater choice continue to Alès (an hour's drive).

Site type

Tent pitches 29
Touring caravan pitches 29
Motorhome pitches 29
Rent a tent 12
Caravans for hire 1
Open now
Opens 1 April

Tourist board rating

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Admission

  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Dogs

  • 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.

Occupancy

  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Pitches

  • A cable measuring at least 25 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.

Safety

  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
  • No charcoal barbecues allowed.

Languages spoken

English

French

Open from Wed 1 Apr to

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Location
9
Value for money
9
Accommodation
No rating
Facilities / Activities
7
Customer service
10
Child friendliness
8
Cleanliness
10
Wifi
10

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Schöner Ort zum Entspannen. Mitten im…

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10 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
10
Facilities / Activities
8
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Child friendliness
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10
Wifi
10

Electric optional forest floor pitch

Liked Schöner Ort zum Entspannen. Mitten im Wald. Sehr sauber, auch die Sanitäranlagen.Der Angestellte, der uns eingewiesen hat, war sehr freundlich und nett. Wir würden jederzeit nochmals einen Zwischenstop dort einlegen.
PS: Man sollte eine Stirnleuchte mitbringen, wenn man nachts auf die Toilette muss .... :-)

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Un endroit simple. Un endroit qui…

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7 out of 10
Location
8
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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fab 1 review

Electric forest floor pitch (comfort, private bathroom amenities)

Liked Un endroit simple. Un endroit qui offre de l'humanité. Camping offre des services de produit locaux. Offre des événements simple mais vraiment très appréciable. Le propriétaire est un vrai responsable.

Disliked Le bruit occasionnée par le camping avoisinant. Juste le sol mal préparer pour positionner une tente.

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Features

Leisure on site

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

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce Off licence Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Tents for hire Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Themes

Forest Peaceful Walkers' paradise

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Medium (26-50 pitches)

Accessibility

Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Dedicated quiet space Level site, no steep slopes

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Camping La Châtaigneraie

1628 Route du Pont de Gravières

Gravières

Ardèche

France

07140

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Paris CEST (GMT+02:00)

GPS

44.41433°N
4.0942°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 off on a hike around Païolive Wood (15 minutes’ drive), an area of oak tree-covered limestone cliffs carved into distinctive shapes by the river Chassezac. As well as keeping an eye out for beavers, kingfishers and ospreys, visitors can take part in organised activities such as canoe and canyoning excursions. The underground caves at Aven d’Orgnac (45 minutes) include the monumental Salle de Joly (named after the guy who discovered this site in 1935) and the Red Room, which is the dramatic setting for a sound and light show. There are more stalagmite-rich caverns at Grotte Chauvet 2 - Ardèche (50 minutes). One of the highlights in Alès (an hour) is Fort Vauban, a 17th-century fortress commissioned by Louis XIV. On a hill to the west, the Chapelle de l’Ermitage has splendid sweeping views of the town, while the Mine Témoin is a former coal mine with guided tours of the underground works.
(within 6.2 mi)
Castle, Aquarium, Theme park, Zoo and Cashpoint (within 10 mi)

Food and drink

  • Café de la Sardine Restaurant 1.4 mi
  • La Tannerie Restaurant 1.6 mi
  • La Calade Restaurant 1.8 mi
  • Paprika Restaurant 1.9 mi
  • Moco Pub 1.9 mi
  • Roule ma Poule Restaurant 1.9 mi
  • La Dolce Vita Restaurant 1.9 mi
  • Kamala shop Restaurant 1.9 mi
  • Namazu Sushis Restaurant 1.9 mi
  • O'Brothers Restaurant 1.9 mi

Groceries

  • Helvii Off-licence 1.3 mi
  • Elixir - Cave à bière Off-licence 2 mi
  • Carrefour Market Supermarket 2.2 mi
  • Super U Supermarket 2.6 mi
  • Domaine des Lèbres Off-licence 4.8 mi
  • Château des Lèbres Off-licence 4.9 mi

Family days out

  • Pont sur le Chassezac Visitor attraction 1.6 mi
  • Château de Chambonas Castle 1.7 mi
  • Château de Chassagnes Castle 3.6 mi
  • Le lion et l'ours Visitor attraction 4 mi
  • Ermitage Saint-Eugène Castle 4.1 mi
  • Céven'Aventure Visitor attraction 4.1 mi
  • Château de Banne Castle 4.4 mi
  • Château des Lèbres Castle 4.9 mi
  • Château de Casteljau Castle 5.1 mi
  • Château du Cheylard d’Aujac Castle 5.7 mi
  • Commanderie de Jalès Castle 7 mi
  • Château du Péras Castle 7.8 mi
  • Château de la Garde-Guérin Castle 9 mi
  • Randa Ardesca Theme park 9.1 mi
  • Château du Roure Castle 9.2 mi

Public transport

  • Les Vans Centre 2.1 mi
  • Chambonas - Le Coussillon 2.4 mi
  • Les Vans - Croisement Chassagnes 2.8 mi
  • Les Assions - Pont de Fer 3.1 mi
  • Les Vans - Croisement Bois de Païolive 3.9 mi
  • Les Assions - Peyreflore 3.9 mi
  • Les Assions - Croisement Les Assions 4.2 mi
  • Les Assions - Croisement Le Bourel 4.4 mi
  • Banne - Croisement La Lauze 4.5 mi
  • Banne - Château des Lèbres 4.8 mi

Beaches

  • Chaulet plage 5.9 mi

Local services

  • La Banque Postale Cashpoint 1.8 mi
  • CIC Cashpoint 1.9 mi
  • Crédit Agricole Cashpoint 2 mi
  • Centre de rééducation respiratoire Folcheran Hospital 0.8 mi
  • Maison de santé pluridisciplinaire Doctors 1.8 mi
  • Pharmacie Blanc Pharmacy 1.9 mi
  • Salmacis Doctors 2 mi
  • Pharmacie de la Clairette Pharmacy 2.2 mi
  • Centre hospitalier Léopold Ollier Clinic 2.3 mi
  • Super U Fuel station 2.4 mi
  • Vélo électrique Charging station 4.4 mi
  • Pharmacie Gourdon Chapon Pharmacy 6 mi

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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.

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Camping La Châtaigneraie have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Camping La Châtaigneraie dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Camping La Châtaigneraie? Set off on a hike around Païolive Wood (15 minutes’ drive), an area of oak tree-covered limestone cliffs carved into distinctive shapes by the river Chassezac. As well as keeping an eye … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Camping La Châtaigneraie?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  12 p.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Camping La Châtaigneraie? From £15.47 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.