Camping Le Cottet

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Camping Le Cottet
New
Swimming pool
Food and drink
Bar and restaurant

  • Friendly site in the Pilat Regional Natural Park with mountain views
  • Safari de Peaugres 25 mins' drive; 500 metres from the GR65 trail
  • Outdoor pool and restaurant on site; village shop 10 minutes' walk
Picking the Pilat Regional Natural Park is an excellent choice for a holiday – this gorgeous mountainous area is full of options for outdoor activities (walks, watersports and wine tasting among them) and it doesn’t tend to be packed with crowds of people. Tucked away among forest and vineyard surroundings near the village of Saint-Appolinard, Camping Le Cottet makes a great base for exploring this part of the world, whether you’re planning lots of active adventures or a quieter time moving at a slower pace through the scenery. Or even enjoying the scenery while staying put – there’s plenty of space to relax on site, and some lovely views up to the Pic des Trois Dents. A laidback and friendly atmosphere reigns here, with hammocks hanging in the trees and an outdoor pool where everyone can have a good splash around to cool off. The restaurant, La Guinguette, has splendid mountain views and serves up a varied menu including pizzas, salads and local charcuterie/cheese platters, plus a tempting selection of homemade desserts and artisanal ice creams. You can also pick up breakfast and picnic options here. A play area, a pétanque court and a games room (plus kids’ activities in summer) mean there’s always something to do if you like. Meanwhile, all the facilities are in place for essential tasks, including a launderette and kitchen facilities for producing your own meals (pick up supplies at the grocery store in the village or the nearby farm shop).

Site type

Tent sites 25
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 2
Rent a tent 2
Travel trailer sites 25
RV sites 25
Mobile homes for rent 11
Open now
Opens April 4

Tourist board rating

Please note

Safety

  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
  • No charcoal barbecues allowed.

Reception

  • Reception is unmanned after 7 p.m.. Please inform the park while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.

General

  • The restaurant is open between 01/05 and 27/09.

Languages spoken

English

French

Open from Sat, Apr 4 to

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Pitch types & availability

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9
Child friendliness
9
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8
Wifi
5

60% would recommend this site to a friend

60% would stay here again

What customers say

Great, peaceful spot with roomy, some shaded pitches. Friendly staff, smooth check-in, and a great pool are hits. Fresh baked goods a plus. Downsides: a few mention electric issues, cobwebs, and iffy washrooms. Some English speakers found language tricky.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Play area, staff is kind.…

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5 out of 10
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8
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3
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5
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9
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9
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5
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Power optional cement/asphalt and grass campsite

Liked Play area, staff is kind.

Disliked The pitch given was really difficult to enter because of very big trees everywhere that have very low branches; it was also one of the biggest, but the streets are very narrow, with high road bumps. Moving in the camping with a motorhome or camper van is very difficult, I could not imagine a caravan.

The amount of mosquitos and wasps is insane, even in the restaurant kitchen.

The camping definitely has potential but it is poorly maintained therefore it is not enjoyable.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Friendly staff, quiet location, fresh bread…

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Child friendliness
8
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4
Wifi
3

Power optional cement/asphalt and grass campsite

Liked Friendly staff, quiet location, fresh bread and croissants.

Disliked Lots of cobwebs, toilets didn’t have toilet seats and didn’t smell very nice. Bit of a language barrier (we’re English speakers). Weren’t able to pitch under trees to prevent tent overheating.

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Everything was very good to excellent,…

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Power optional cement/asphalt and grass campsite

Liked Everything was very good to excellent, no issues

Disliked Nothing, a most perfect location

Recommend to friends Visit again

Le cadre est super, calme, les…

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Liked Le cadre est super, calme, les services et la guinguette sont tops . Sanitaires impecables . Emplacement grand et ombragé. Le top

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great stop on route back northe

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Power optional cement/asphalt and grass campsite

Liked Location superb. Pitch plenty big enough. Check in easy. Pool very welcome.

Disliked The electric point meant leaving my cable on a road other campers
We’re driving over.

Recommend to friends Visit again


Features

Leisure on park

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

Amenities on park

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

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Themes

Budget/backpacker Forest Hikers’ paradise Peaceful

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 Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 sites)

Accessibility

Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Site close to accessible bathrooms

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Camping Le Cottet

372 Route de Liomonne

Saint-Appolinard

Loire

France

42520

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

45.34211°N
4.65969°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

The easiest way to see some of your natural park surroundings is on foot – perhaps picking a local hiking trail or following a bit of the nearby GR65 (the Way of St James Camino Santiago route). There are mountain bike trails too, or more leisurely rides along the paths by the side of the Rhône (about 10 kilometres away). Something different? How about taking to the skies on a paragliding taster with Eclipse Parapente (20 minutes’ drive), trying out rafting, kayaking and hydrospeeding at Space Eaux Vives (15 minutes) or going fishing at Barrage du Ternay (10 minutes)? There are also numerous vineyards around the area, perhaps best explored on an electric scooter tour. For families, there’s a great day out nearby at Safari de Peaugres (25 minutes) – it’s home to well over a thousand animals, which you can see while exploring on foot or in the car. There are also plenty of extra activities, including a water playground, a play farm and a barefoot trail.

Food and drink

  • Le Tableau Gourmand 2.9 km
  • Les Pieds dans l'Pilat 3 km
  • Hôtel Restaurant du Parc 3 km
  • Bar'Back 3.6 km
  • La Tontine 4.1 km
  • Les Pies Railleuses 4.2 km
  • Auberge de Lupé 4.5 km
  • Auberge de Vert Ânes 4.5 km
  • Auberge de la Croix de Saint-Sabin 4.8 km
  • Auberge du Lac 4.9 km

Parks and play

  • mairie 2.9 km
  • Aire de jeux du Bancet 8 km
  • Mairie D'Annonay 9.7 km

Public transport

  • Rue du centre 2 km
  • Jacquards 2 km
  • Jacquards 2.1 km
  • HLM Maclas 3.5 km
  • HLM Maclas 3.5 km
  • Lupé - Bourg Ouest 4.3 km
  • Lupé - Bourg Ouest 4.3 km
  • Lupé - Bourg Est 4.8 km
  • Lupé - Bourg Est 4.8 km
  • Savas 5.7 km

Groceries

  • Le Panier du Pilat 2.8 km
  • Mamzelle Agnès 6.5 km
  • Ekibio 7.3 km
  • Carrefour Contact 8.4 km
  • Le Panier du Pilat 8.7 km
  • Carrefour Contact 8.7 km
  • Biocoop 9.4 km
  • Intermarché Super 9.5 km
  • Carrefour Market 9.6 km
  • Grand Frais 9.7 km

Family days out

  • mairie 2.9 km
  • Aire de jeux du Bancet 8 km
  • Mairie D'Annonay 9.7 km

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Offers

Tent pitchTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Power optional cement/asphalt and grass campsite
  • 30% off

Lodge, cabin, pod or hut
2 bedroom lodge
  • 30% off

Caravan for hire
2 bedroom mobile home (four person)
  • 30% off

Caravan for hire
2 bedroom mobile home (three person)
  • 30% off

Tipi, yurt, wigwam, dome, bell tent
2 bedroom ready tent (five person)
  • 30% off

Tipi, yurt, wigwam, dome, bell tent
2 bedroom ready tent (four person)
  • 30% off

Caravan for hire
3 bedroom mobile home
  • 30% off

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Camping Le Cottet have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
  • Is Camping Le Cottet dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Camping Le Cottet? The easiest way to see some of your natural park surroundings is on foot – perhaps picking a local hiking trail or following a bit of the nearby GR65 (the Way of … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Camping Le Cottet?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Camping Le Cottet? From $33.97 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.