Camping Le Maingaud
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- Spacious pitches at a friendly family-run site in rural Charente
- Confolens 15 minutes' drive; 25 minutes to Oradour-sur-Glane
- Open-air pool on site, plus sociable bar area for drinks and snacks
There’s a fabulous 22 acres at the estate that’s home to Camping Le Maingaud, but guest numbers are always kept very low. And you know what that means? Space – and plenty of it. Just the thing for a chilled-out break in the Charente countryside…
Pick a pitch here and you’ll be a guest of Emily and Dries and their two daughters, a friendly family that offer a multilingual welcome to families, couples, solo travellers and groups. Dogs are welcome too, with their own exercise area to run around in; elsewhere on site you’ll need to keep them on a lead and under supervision as deer cross the grounds pretty much on a daily basis (much to the delight of guests seeking a proper countryside experience).
You’ll be staying on pitches that are kept cool by the shade of century-old trees and have access to lots of handy amenities including wifi, a washing-up area and a modern bathroom block with toilets and showers (including wheelchair-accessible facilities). An outdoor pool is on hand for refreshing dips and family splashes, and there’s also a sociable bar that’s open every day for cool beers, local wines, ice creams and local snacks.
The local area is dotted with small restaurants and bars for a taste of the area; for self-catering supplies your nearest shops are in Brigueuil (five minutes’ drive) or Confolens (15 minutes). And there are plenty of ways to work up an appetite or thirst as well, whether you’re planning outdoor activities like hiking, cycling and kayaking or prefer to take in the historical attractions of Chassenon and Oradour-sur-Glane.
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- 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.
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- The outdoor swimming pool is open between 15/07 and 30/09 (subject to weather conditions).
- The bar is open between 01/06 and 30/09.
- Minimum spacing of 3 metres between pitches.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- No gas barbecues allowed.
- No charcoal barbecues allowed.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
- The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.
Languages spoken
Dutch
English
French
Open from Tue, Jul 1 to
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on park
BMX track Bar or club house Covered terrace area Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
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Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 sites)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 32 inches) Dedicated quiet space Site close to accessible bathroomsNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Camping Le Maingaud
1
Lieu-dit Le Maingaud
Saulgond
Charente
France
16420
Directions Timezone
Europe/Paris +0200 (GMT+02:00)
GPS
45.95077°N
0.78894°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
There are plenty of gorgeous walking trails around this area, including paths along the banks of the Vienne river and routes through the northern stretches of the Périgord-Limousin Regional Natural Park. There are also canoes and kayaks for hire in Confolens (15 minutes’ drive), a vélorail to ride from Gare de Roumazières (25 minutes) and treetop trails at Aventure Parc Massignac (half an hour).
The surrounding area is packed with little villages and traditional towns to explore as well – one of the most striking is Oradour-sur-Glane (25 minutes), razed to the ground during World War II and now left in ruins as a moving tribute to the murdered citizens.
For more of the area’s history, visit the Gallo-Romain thermal baths at Cassinomagus - Archaeological Park (15 minutes) or check out grand buildings such as Château de Rochebrune (10 minutes) and the Castle of Saint-Germain-de-Confolens (20 minutes). If that's all too much for the kids, take them instead to Feeriland (25 minutes), which has play areas, a model village and activities galore for youngsters.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Camping Le Maingaud have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is Camping Le Maingaud dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Camping Le Maingaud? There are plenty of gorgeous walking trails around this area, including paths along the banks of the Vienne river and routes through the northern stretches of the Périgord-Limousin Regional Natural Park. There … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Camping Le Maingaud?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 12:30 p.m. On-park accommodation Arrive: noon – 7 p.m. Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at Camping Le Maingaud? From $31.99 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.