Camping Onlycamp Le Calatrin

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Pitches by the lake
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Scenic pitches

  • Peaceful, scenic site on the banks of Lac de Paladru, the 'Blue Lake'
  • Walibi Rhône-Alpes 25 minutes' drive away; 40 minutes to Grenoble
  • Fishing and paddleboarding on site; beaches a few minutes' walk
Lyon is about an hour’s drive away, and Grenoble is 40 minutes away… but here at Camping Onlycamp Le Calatrin it’s a fabulously peaceful experience surrounded by wonderful natural scenery. This Isère site is in a particularly pretty spot in a lush green park on the banks of Lac de Paladru, nicknamed ‘the Blue Lake’ for its vivid crystal-clear waters. That gorgeous location means that you may well end up spending much of your time here just taking in the views right here, perhaps while fishing from the site or heading to one of the nearby supervised beaches for sunbathing and swimming. Need a little more activity in your day? Hire kayaks or paddleboards to get out onto the lake, find local hiking trails or get your heart rate going with canyoning and caving adventures. There’s a whole lot of history in this area too, with châteaux and an excellent archaeology museum to visit. Life on site is pretty peaceful, with pétanque and volleyball courts and a playground for the kids. The reception sells ice cream and runs a bread delivery service during high season. The site also has a small convenience store. If you need anything else, the neighbouring town of Villages du Lac de Paladru (five minutes’ walk away) has a grocery shop and several restaurants.

Site type

Tent pitches 55
Touring caravan pitches 55
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 2
Motorhome pitches 55
Rent a tent 3
Open now
Opens 17 April

Tourist board rating

Please note

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.

General

  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.

Occupancy

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

Safety

  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

French

Open from Fri 17 Apr to

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Reviews

8.5

Overall rating from 32 Pitchup.com customers

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Location
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Lake and/or mountain

81% would recommend this site to a friend

78% would stay here again

What customers say

This campsite boasts an outstanding lakeside location with many pitches offering magnificent views. Visitors frequently praise the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the recently renovated and impeccably clean toilet and shower facilities. The provision of daily bread service and free access to a nearby beach are also highlighted as positives. Some guests note a lack of shops and restaurants in the immediate vicinity, and limited water pressure at external water points has been mentioned. Swimming is not permitted directly from the campsite due to lake regulations, with access to a supervised beach a short walk away. Some pitches may lack shade.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 18/08/2026

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Lovely site,…

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Juliet L. 8 reviews

Electric optional grass and earth pitch

Liked Lovely site,

Recommend to friends Visit again

Camping bien sympa ,gérants gentils ,sanitaires…

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 jacques d. 1 review

Electric optional grass and earth pitch

Liked Camping bien sympa ,gérants gentils ,sanitaires bien entretenus...
Par contre il est inadmissible que l'on ne puisse pas profiter pleinement de ce lac magnifique ! c,est une histoire de fou !!!

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Great location, helpful staff, excellent facilities,…

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Anonymous

Electric optional grass and earth pitch

Liked Great location, helpful staff, excellent facilities, very clean and well kept

Disliked Nothing!

Recommend to friends Visit again

The view…

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 lesley r. 9 reviews

Electric optional grass and earth pitch

Liked The view

Disliked Washing facilities

Recommend to friends Visit again

Camping agréable au bord du lac…

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jean-loup f. 3 reviews

Electric optional grass and earth pitch

Liked Camping agréable au bord du lac

Recommend to friends Visit again

Il faut que ça change.

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Claire N. 1 review

Electric optional grass and earth pitch

Liked Calme, paysage magnifique, très bon accueil des jeunes qui tiennent le camping.

Disliked Lac de Paladru privé. Des propriétaires maintiennent le lac sous une loi qui date du 19eme siècle. Ça ne devrait pas être permis en 2026. Encore un abus des plus riches.
En pleine canicule c'est un scandale

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schöne plätze gute atmosphäre…

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Anonymous

Electric optional grass and earth pitch

Liked schöne plätze gute atmosphäre

Disliked kein w-lan

Recommend to friends Visit again

Emplacement très correct Ticket pour allez se…

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 nathalie v. 2 reviews

Electric optional grass and earth pitch

Liked Emplacement très correct
Ticket pour allez se baigner au lac compris avec l'emplacement

Recommend to friends Visit again

Quiet site nice location

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Paula B. 12 reviews

Electric optional grass and earth pitch

Liked Nice quiet site, by a lake but not allowed to swim there.
Clean and tidy.

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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback 😊

We’re really glad you enjoyed the calm and peaceful atmosphere of the campsite, as well as the cleanliness of the site.

We hope to welcome you again on a future stay!

Lovely lake view with good facilities and friendly staff

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9 out of 10
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Kelly A. 7 reviews

Electric optional grass and earth pitch

Liked Lovely view of the lake. Good size pitch with easy access to electric. Showers were great and facilities clean. Walking distance to town. We were able to choose the pitch we wanted which was a nice touch. Staff were really friendly and helpful

Disliked Shame you aren’t able to swim in the lake as there is direct access from the site. You do need to take your own toilet paper and hand wash to the bathroom with you, this is noted on the information but is a bit of a faff.

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From the manager: Hello Kelly,

Thank you very much for your detailed and kind feedback. We’re delighted that you enjoyed the view, the spacious pitches, the cleanliness of the facilities, and the warm welcome from our team.

Regarding swimming, it is indeed not allowed directly from the campsite, but there is a supervised and equipped beach just a few minutes’ walk away where you can enjoy the lake safely. As for bringing your own toilet paper and soap, we understand it can be a little inconvenient, but it’s quite common in many small family-run campsites in France.

We hope to welcome you back again by the lake!

Léonie et Valentin

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 Pétanque TV room Take away Tennis Watersports Wild swimming

Amenities on site

Baby-changing facilities 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. 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 Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

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 Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Large (51-200 pitches)

Accessibility

Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Level site, no steep slopes Smooth, hard roads e.g. tarmac

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Location

Camping Onlycamp Le Calatrin

799 Rue de la Morgerie

Paladru

Isère

France

38850

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Paris CEST (GMT+02:00)

GPS

45.47089°N
5.54699°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

You won't need to go far from the site to find something to do – paddleboarding, canoeing and fishing are popular activities at the lake, there are several beach areas close by and you can take a nice walk along the Chemin des Marais (15 minutes’ walk). MALP - Musée archéologique du Lac de Paladru (five minutes' walk), showcasing the treasures found in and around the lake, is well worth a visit too. For more extensive walks, head into the Chartreuse Regional Natural Park for hilly landscapes or to Lac d’Aiguebelette for more lake views and the option to swim or paddleboard (both around half an hour’s drive). Parc Aventures Brunerie (20 minutes’ drive) makes a good outing for the kids, as does a day hitting the rides and waterpark at Walibi Rhône-Alpes (25 minutes). For a hit of history, Château de Virieu (10 minutes) is a lovely place to visit, whether you stroll through the grounds, take a castle tour or let the kids join in one of the fun activities. Further afield, Grenoble (40 minutes), Chambéry (45 minutes) and Lyon (an hour) all have plenty to keep all ages busy.

Food and drink

  • Restaurant La Tourelle 0.4 mi
  • La Dinette 2.5 mi
  • Snack bar Les Mélèzes 2.7 mi
  • Plage des Dauphins 2.9 mi
  • Casa Sola 2.9 mi
  • Belle Rive 2.9 mi
  • Bar Glacier de la Plage 2.9 mi
  • Les Voiles 2.9 mi
  • La plage 2.9 mi
  • Le Bahia 3 mi

Parks and play

  • Aire de jeux du Bois d'Amour 2.6 mi
  • Square du 19 Mars 1962 5.3 mi
  • Plaine exploration 6 mi

Public transport

  • Calatrin 0.01 mi
  • Paladru - Plage 0.3 mi
  • Paladru - Le Village 0.4 mi
  • Paladru - Le Village 0.4 mi
  • Village 0.5 mi
  • Village 0.5 mi
  • Véronnière 0.6 mi
  • Véronnière 0.6 mi
  • Lac Bleu 0.7 mi
  • La Truitière 0.7 mi

Groceries

  • Petit Casino 3.1 mi
  • Spar 3.6 mi
  • Lidl 4.5 mi
  • Intermarché 4.5 mi
  • Carrefour Market 4.8 mi
  • Carrefour 6 mi

Family days out

  • Aire de jeux du Bois d'Amour 2.6 mi
  • Square du 19 Mars 1962 5.3 mi
  • Plaine exploration 6 mi

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Camping Onlycamp Le Calatrin have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Camping Onlycamp Le Calatrin dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Camping Onlycamp Le Calatrin? You won't need to go far from the site to find something to do – paddleboarding, canoeing and fishing are popular activities at the lake, there are several beach areas close by … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Camping Onlycamp Le Calatrin?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Camping Onlycamp Le Calatrin? From £13.53 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.