Camping du Val de Cère

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  • Peaceful and spacious Auvergne site on the banks of the Cère river
  • On the edge of Polminhac; five minutes' drive to Château Pesteils
  • Swimming pool, pétanque, play area and fishing on site
If you're looking for an Auvergne location where you can be completely immersed in nature but you’ll still be handily close to urban amenities, check out Camping du Val de Cère. This quiet site stretches across just over nine acres of gorgeous greenery at an altitude of 650 metres, with the Cère river running through it to top off the peaceful natural setting. With fishing on site and plenty of hiking trails nearby it's the kind of place where you may well feel like you're in the middle of nowhere. Despite this truly rural atmosphere, this is actually a very handily located site – it's about 15 minutes’ walk/five minutes’ cycle from the centre of the small town of Polminhac for local shops, cafés and restaurants. You’ll probably be able to find most of what you need for your meals there, but if you need a bigger stockup there's also a large supermarket five minutes’ drive away. As it’s just a little way off the N122, this site may well come in useful for a single-night stopover on a longer journey, but it's also in an excellent spot for those who'd like to settle down for a few days and explore the Cantal region. Several traditional villages and châteaux are close by, and there are plenty of hikes and outdoor activities to try too. Facilities on site include an outdoor swimming pool, a pétanque court, a tennis court and a playground with bouncy castle. This isn't a site with lots of organised entertainment, but there is a sociable drinks evening every Sunday in high season where you can meet fellow guests and sample some local nibbles.

Site type

Mobile homes for rent 15
Tent sites 77
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 3
Travel trailer sites 77
RV sites 77
Open now
Opens January 1, 2025
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Admission

  • At least one of the party members must be aged 17 or over.

General

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

Occupancy

  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Dogs

  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (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.

Pool

  • The outdoor swimming pool is open between 01/06 and 30/09 (subject to weather conditions).

Languages spoken

English

French

Open from Wed, Jan 1 2025 to

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What customers say

This campground is described as very pleasant with excellent facilities and a family-friendly atmosphere. Guests consistently praise the cleanliness, tranquility, and attractive setting. The reception is noted as very good, with well-located and very clean sites. Visitors appreciate the pool and the overall pleasant environment.

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Spacious, private pitches for campervan. Very…

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Andy E. 1 review

Primitive grass campervan or tent campsite

Liked Spacious, private pitches for campervan. Very clean shower and toilet facilities. Easy walk into the village of Polminhac. Make a point of doing so for the Marché de Pays which takes place every Friday evening in July / August. Great event with local food options bar and a lovely atmosphere.

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Très bon accueil, bon emplacement très…

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Anonymous

Powered grass and earth campsite

Liked Très bon accueil, bon emplacement très propre.

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Tout, propreté, tranquillité, piscine et joli…

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Joan A. 1 review

Primitive grass campervan or tent campsite

Liked Tout, propreté, tranquillité, piscine et joli cadre

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Un càmping molt agradable! Molt bones…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass campervan or tent campsite

Liked Un càmping molt agradable! Molt bones instal·lacions i un ambient molt familiar.

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Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site cafe On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Pétanque Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Utilities

Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Large (51-200 sites)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Level campground, no steep slopes Smooth, hard roads e.g. tarmac Step-free or level access

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby Horseback riding nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Location

Camping du Val de Cère

2 Route de Cansel

Polminhac

Cantal

France

15800

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

44.94831°N
2.58733°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

Polminhac is a great starting point for hikes – there are two main marked trails that run from the town, and there are plenty more options in the surroundings. Gorges Du Pas De Cere (15 minutes' drive), Cascade de Faillitoux (20 minutes) and Gorges de La Jordanne (half an hour) are some of the top scenic spots to seek out nearby. Tucked away in this lovely landscape are some equally lovely villages – including several of Les Plus Beaux Villages de France. Any (or indeed all) of them make for nice places to take a wander and stop for a drink or meal – some of the options are Tournemire (45 minutes), Saint-Chamant (45 minutes) and Salers (an hour). A little closer to home, the town of Aurillac (20 minutes) has a couple of fine churches and a volcano museum. For more local history, stop by at Château Pesteils (five minutes), a grand building with lots of artworks and fabulous decor to take in and a good programme of events for kids.

Food and drink

  • Pizza Michou 0.9 km
  • Le Paris Auvergne 4.4 km
  • La Terrasse 4.4 km
  • Casino 4.5 km
  • Le P'tit Bouchon 4.6 km
  • Beausejour, Hotel 4.6 km
  • Le Bel Horizon 4.7 km
  • L'auberge de la Montagne 7.6 km
  • Chez Mimi 7.6 km
  • L'Atelier Soubrier 7.8 km

Groceries

  • Intermarché 2.5 km
  • Alimentation 4.6 km

Parks and play

  • Étang De Marfons Playground 1.5 km
  • Parc des Eaux park 4.9 km
  • Square Jean Baduel park 9.6 km
  • Jeux Enfants Playground 9.7 km
  • Espace Hélène Canis park 9.8 km
  • Jardin des Balcons park 9.8 km

Family days out

  • Château de Vixouze Castle 1 km
  • Château de Pesteils Castle 1.1 km
  • Château de la Cavade Castle 2.9 km
  • Château de Comblat Castle 3 km
  • Château de Cols Castle 3.9 km
  • Hôtel de Monaco Castle 4.6 km
  • Grange-étable et pigeonnier de la Prade Castle 5.4 km
  • Château de Clavières Castle 5.6 km
  • Rocher du Rieu Visitor attraction 5.6 km
  • Château de Lasalle Castle 5.8 km

Public transport

  • Place du 19 mars 0.7 km
  • Stade 4.6 km
  • Velzic − Carrefour Campagne 6.6 km
  • Carlat - Bourg 6.8 km
  • Raulhac - Bourg 7.7 km
  • Vezac - Bourg 7.9 km
  • Place de Carbonat 9.2 km
  • Pont de Carbonat 9.3 km
  • Espinassette 9.4 km
  • La Zouquière 9.5 km

What’s nearby

  • Lac des Graves 7.7 km

Local services

  • Pharmacie du Carlades Pharmacy 0.8 km
  • Intermarché Fuel station 2.6 km
  • Total Fuel station 4.3 km
  • TotalEnergies Fuel station 8 km
  • Dr Bouteille Doctors 9.6 km
  • Station Communale Fuel station 9.6 km

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Camping du Val de Cère have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
  • Is Camping du Val de Cère dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Camping du Val de Cère? Polminhac is a great starting point for hikes – there are two main marked trails that run from the town, and there are plenty more options in the surroundings. Gorges Du Pas … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Camping du Val de Cère?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Camping du Val de Cère? From $16.92 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.