Hikers’ paradise: Campgrounds in Midi-Pyrénées

Camping Le Caussanel

• On shores of Lac de Pareloup, with direct lake access and small beach
• A 35-minute drive from Rodez and 45 minutes from Millau
• Outdoor waterpark, watersports on lake, bar-restaurant and small shop

Camping Le Clos de la Lère

• Family-friendly site between Bordeaux, Toulouse and the Lot
• A 15-minute drive from the Aveyron Gorges
• Heated pool, playground, snack bar, takeaway, bread and pastries sales

Tipis Indiens

• Tiny tipi site with spectacular views over the Cirque de Gavarnie
• Within easy reach of Gavarnie ski resort
• A short drive to outdoor pool, climbing, ice skating and more in Gèdre

Camping So de Prous

• Handsome setting in the Luz valley, 1.5 kilometres from Saligos
• Under 5 kilometres from Luzéa thermal baths; 25 minutes from Lourdes
• Pool, bar with terrace, music nights, playground and bakery

Camping Plein Soleil

• Relaxed site near Lourdes with heated indoor pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, bar
• A 10-minute drive to Lourdes city, Sanctuary, lake and mountain walks
• Covered and heated pool, playground and bar with snooker table

Domaine Les Gonies

• Peaceful adults-only farm site 15 minutes' walk from Mauroux
• Vineyards and wineries half an hour away by bike
• Table d'hôte dinners five nights a week with home-grown produce

Maison de Vignes de Tournemire

Longuevernhe

• Small, secluded site with stunning views across the Midi-Pyrenees
• In the private grounds of an 18th-century farmstead
• 12 hectares of private woodland, firepits, barbecue and outdoor gym