Paradis des Dombes

From €17 For 1 night, 2 adults
Caravans and picnic tables (added by manager 06 Feb 2024)
New
Tourer pitches under the trees (added by manager 06 feb 2024)
Swimming pool (added by manager 06 feb 2024)
Statics with private decking (added by manager 06 feb 2024)

  • Small lakeside Dombes campsite five minutes’ drive from Sandrans
  • Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne 10 minutes’ drive; Lyon 50 minutes
  • Swimming pool, bike hire and 12-acre fishing lake on site
A location on a private wooded estate among the Dombes wetlands – nicknamed the ‘land of a thousand ponds’ – and with its own 12-acre fishing lake on site… now, doesn’t that just sound like a place that should have a distinctly laidback atmosphere? A properly chilled-out ambience is indeed what you’ll get at Paradis des Dombes, a family-friendly site about five minutes’ drive from the sleepy village of Sandrans in the Ain department. This tree-shaded haven of peace is thoroughly conducive to relaxation: there’s an outdoor pool for swims and sunbathing, and the terrace restaurant serves up simple cuisine made from local produce. If you’d rather sort the catering yourself, barbecues are permitted on site, and there are picnic tables liberally dotted around on the lawns. There’s plenty of active stuff to do too, should you be so minded, with swings and climbing frames in the playground and a bouncy castle for younger children, plus pétanque courts, volleyball and badminton nets and a ping-pong table for active sorts of all ages. If you’re keen to explore the watery hinterland of the campsite, you can borrow bicycles from reception and head off into the (conveniently flat) countryside. There are also walks along largely traffic-free rural lanes – particularly handy for exercising any canine companions you may have brought along.

Site type

Tent pitches 17
Touring caravan pitches 17
Motorhome pitches 17
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 6
Caravans for hire 9
Rent a tent 4
Open now

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • 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).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • The outdoor swimming pool is open between 01/06 and 30/09 (subject to weather conditions).
  • The restaurant is open between 01/05 and 13/10.
  • Reception is unmanned after 7:30 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • The bar is open between 01/05 and 13/10.
  • Minimum spacing of 2 metres between pitches.
  • No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.

Languages spoken

English

French

Open from Mon, 1 Apr to

Pitch types & availability

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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

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

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

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

Budget/backpacker

Lake and/or mountain

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

Type

Medium (26-50 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

Golf nearby

Horse riding nearby

Outdoor pool nearby

Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Seasonal pitches

Tourer storage facilities

Location

Paradis des Dombes

693 Foute de Saint-Trivier

Sandrans

L'Ain

France

01400

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

46.06159°N
4.97228°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

Walks and bike rides can take you out into the surrounding countryside directly from the site, and the area also has options for things like horse riding, golf, hot air balloon rides and tree-climbing adventures (for these, head to Vanciaventure, 35 minutes' drive away). Gentle strolls around local towns and cities come highly recommended too. Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne (10 minutes' drive) has a gorgeous medieval core that’s wonderful to explore on any day – but it's particularly excellent on Saturday, when the market rolls into town. Medieval Pérouges (25 minutes) is another nice place for a wander – as, of course, is Lyon (50 minutes), with its Roman ruins and plethora of places to eat. If you're into your wines, you’ll also probably want to take a trip to Beaujolais (half an hour), where several vineyards and wineries are open for tours and tastings. Kids on holiday with you? Bird Park Villars-les-Dombes (15 minutes) is probably a better option…
  • Does Paradis des Dombes have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
  • Is Paradis des Dombes dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Paradis des Dombes? Walks and bike rides can take you out into the surrounding countryside directly from the site, and the area also has options for things like horse riding, golf, hot air balloon rides … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Paradis des Dombes?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  9 a.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  2 p.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Paradis des Dombes? From £14.56 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.