Camping d'Arpheuilles











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- By the Lake Villerest waterfront
- Quiet campsite, lots of nature around
- Family-friendly
Camping d'Arpheuilles is located in the Rhône-Alpes region and sits by a river. It is near the mouth of the Loire river, not far from the regions of Auvergne and Burgundy. The nearby lake, which covers an area of 770 hectares and is 32 kilometres long.
The campsite has a sandy beach where children can play and swim in the lake, while it is also possible to go canoeing. In the evening, make campfires with fish caught during the day.
The campsite has a swimming pool, paddling pool, kids' club, volleyball, mini golf and table tennis. The onsite bar has drinks and ice cream available and at the restaurant you can order meals to take away or enjoy them on the terrace.
Site type
Opens 17 April 2026
Tourist board rating
- 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. 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 01/07 and 31/08.
- Entertainment and activities are available between 01/07 and 31/08.
- The grocery shop is open between 01/07 and 31/08.
- The outdoor swimming pool is open between 01/07 and 31/08 (subject to weather conditions).
Languages spoken
English
French
Open from Fri, 17 Apr to
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires 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 WatersportsAmenities on site
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 Tents for hire Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Large (51-200 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Drainage hook-up points for tourers Seasonal pitches Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
Camping d'Arpheuilles
Saint-Paul-de-Vézelin
Loire
France
42590
Timezone
Europe/Paris CET (GMT+01:00)
GPS
45.912°N
4.06268°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
From the campsite you can go hiking, cycling or mountain biking in the surrounding countryside. With more than 6,000 kilometres of marked trails there is plenty of nature to see and explore. There are many ponds and mountains with beautiful walks along the rivers and streams.
In the nearby Forez region, you can also see many castles, churches, priories and monuments. The Forez is also well-known for its cheeses, such as the Fourme and Montbrison, and its wines, such as Côtes Roannaise and Côtes du Forez.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Camping d'Arpheuilles have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is Camping d'Arpheuilles dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Camping d'Arpheuilles? From the campsite you can go hiking, cycling or mountain biking in the surrounding countryside. With more than 6,000 kilometres of marked trails there is plenty of nature to see and explore. … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Camping d'Arpheuilles?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m.