Forest: Lodges and log cabins in Puy-de-Dôme

Camping Les Vernières

• On the Dordogne river, a kilometre and a half from a lake
• Aqua park with sauna, hammam and sun terrace
• Regular events, pool, snack bar, trampoline and bouncy castle

Cabanes et Yourtes de la Vallée de l'Ance

• Treetop cabins and yurts in an Auvergne forest
• Half an hour's drive from Prabouré mountain activity centre
• Electric bike hire and trails from site; pool and sauna

Les Cabanes de La Guinguette

• Peaceful treehouse site with spectacular mountain views
• Within easy reach of Vulcania theme park
• Around 10km from Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Nature Park

Camping et Gîtes Les Tarteaux

Camping Le Sauzet

• Cosy family site on a farm close to Saint-Germain-l’Herm
• On the edge of the Livradois forest for bike and walking trails
• Pizza, fresh bread and sociable dinners cooked by professional baker

Camping les Chelles

• Family-friendly site in the Livradois-Forez Regional Natural Park
• Hiking, cycling, skiing and nature spotting all easily accessible
• Pool, fishing pond, playground and summer snack bar

Domaine du Balbuzard

• Scenic family site with fishing lake, 10 minutes' drive from Giat
• A 45-minute drive from the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Natural Park
• Boat hire; summer kids' fishing camps; bar-restaurant and sauna

Village Vacances Les Demeures du Lac

• Scenic lakeside site in the Livradois-Forez Regional Natural Park
• On Saint-Rémy-sur-Durolle's outskirts, a 15-minute drive from Thiers
• Outdoor swimming pool, wifi, bar, restaurant and essentials shop

Domaine du Pont de la Dordogne

• Site located near La Bourboule, 840m above sea level
• Modern on-site facilities include a playground, a spa and jacuzzis
• Enjoy paragliding, hiking and cycling in the Auvergnat mountains