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Camping du Moulin de la Gassotte

8.9 20 reviews

Trees around the pitches (added by manager 06 Sep 2022)

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In the grounds of an old water mill on the banks of the Gartempe river
A 10-minute walk from Saint-Savin; 45 mins' drive from Futuroscope
Fishing on site; public open-air pool a five-minute walk away

An old water mill on site – how very splendid. Indeed, as its name may suggest, Camping du Moulin de la Gassotte is in the grounds of a historic mill, with a hectare and a half of partly shaded space on the banks of the Gartempe river. That old mill once supplied the Vienne town of Saint-Savin, 10 minutes’ walk from the site. These days life mainly works the other way round, with the town keeping guests sorted for shops, restaurants and things to see and do (including the UNESCO-listed 12th-century abbey, and the waterslides of the open-air public pool, both within a few minutes’ walk). The riverside setting’s not just there for decoration; it also means that guests can set out on canoe trips or settle in for fishing days (once they’ve bought a permit from reception, that is). Watery views make a pretty backdrop for a picnic too; the site has a playground on hand to amuse nippers who tire of taking in the scenery. Want to see inside the mill? Of course you do – and you’re most welcome. Part of the ground floor of the old building has been converted into a sociable common room with TV, a library and tables and chairs; it’s also the best place to log on to the free wifi to plan outings and adventures.

Campground type

Open now

Tourist board rating

Languages spoken

French

Open from Mon, 8 Jan to Tue, 1 Oct 2024

Nearest campgrounds

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Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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 TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry 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

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 Peaceful Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point Seasonal sites

Location

Camping du Moulin de la Gassotte

10 Rue du 8 Mai 1945

Saint-Savin

Vienne

France

86310

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Paris +0200 (GMT+02:00)

GPS

46.569°N
0.86879°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

Surely you’ll have to start with a stroll to the centre of Saint-Savin to see the 12th-century murals that have earned the town’s abbey the status of UNESCO World Heritage Site. Like what you see? Set off to see more of that sort of thing on the Valley of Frescoes trail, a route that links a dozen local monuments that sport murals dating from the 12th century to the 19th. Taking in more of the area’s history might involve a trip to the pretty village of Angles-sur-l’Anglin (15 minutes’ drive) or setting off for Chauvigny (15 minutes) to mosey around its medieval streets and take a tour of the ruined castles on a hill just outside the town. Or perhaps you’d like to look more to the future? If so, the multimedia installations, spectacular shows and thrill rides of Futuroscope are 45 minutes’ drive away. Keeping things in the here and now is a possibility too: there’s plenty of life to see at La Planète des Crocodiles (25 minutes’ drive) and Monkey Valley (an hour).

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Good pitches friendly welcome

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

John W. Nov 2023

Power optional grass and gravel site

Liked: We only used the site for a stop over on the way to Spain and being November not all facilities were available toilet block being the main one but very friendly good sized level pitches although it was dark when we arrived and we left early the site and the area looked very nice

Disliked: No toilet or showers due to time of year

Recommend to friends Visit again

Tranquil site

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

Anonymous Oct 2023

Power optional grass site

Liked: The fact that it felt like we were staying in a lovely garden. Very peaceful.

Disliked: Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful location. Good sized pitches next to river.

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

lynn g. Oct 2023

Power optional grass and gravel site

Liked: Spacious flat pitch. Next to river. Quiet. Good location.

Disliked: Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

A great location

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Anonymous Sept 2023

Power optional grass site

Liked: A gem of a campsite in the grounds of an old mill. We only stayed one night, out of season, so it’s difficult to say what it would be like in high season. But for us it was wonderful. Very helpful reception staff, pitch up where you want. Level pitches, very clean toilets complete with piped music! Within walking distance of the town, which itself is stunning complete with abbey and bars and restaurants. Would definitely stay there again.

Recommend to friends Visit again

OK fir stop over, probably less good for a whole week.

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	6

Stephen B. Sept 2023

Power optional grass and gravel site

Liked: LOCATION,

Disliked: No paper in toilets

Recommend to friends Visit again

An excellent site.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	No rating
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	6

Michael B. Sept 2023

Power optional grass and gravel site

Liked: Quiet site,very clean toilet block and owners very friendly and helpful.This is our 2nd visit and we will return.

Disliked: Nothing!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great little no-frills site for short-stay visit to Saint-Savin…

Overall	8/10
Location	8
Value for money	8
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	6
Child friendliness	6
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	8

Anonymous Sept 2023

Power optional grass and gravel site

Liked: Easy access to centre of Saint-Savin - less than 10 mins walk; very straightforward and relaxed site; friendly owners / staff; clean (if a little dated) toilets and showers

Recommend to friends Visit again

So very clean

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Anonymous Sept 2023

Power optional grass and gravel site

Liked: Beautiful surroundings

Recommend to friends Visit again

Vriendelijk ontvangst.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Anonymous July 2023

Power optional grass and gravel site

Liked: Het uitzicht, het schone sanitair en de rust.

Disliked: Geen idee, was top.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely site, friendly site owners, wish we could have spent more time…

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

Anonymous Jan 2023

Power optional grass site

Liked: Lovely site, friendly site owners, wish we could have spent more time here.

Disliked: Nothing to dislike.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Does Camping du Moulin de la Gassotte have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Camping du Moulin de la Gassotte dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Camping du Moulin de la Gassotte? Surely you’ll have to start with a stroll to the centre of Saint-Savin to see the 12th-century murals that have earned the town’s abbey the status of UNESCO World Heritage Site. Like … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Camping du Moulin de la Gassotte?

Camping and caravan

Arrive: 2:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Depart by: noon

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