Camping L'Etang d'Ardy

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Terrace with a lake view
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  • Peaceful and family-friendly Aquitaine site set in lush Landes forest
  • Saint-Paul-lès-Dax spas 10 minutes’ drive; Seignosse beach 30 minutes
  • Playground, fishing pond and a basketball court on site
Tucked away in the centre of Aquitaine’s Landes forest, Camping L’Étang d’Ardy sits in 20 acres of woodland 10 minutes’ drive away from the spa town of Saint-Paul-lès-Dax. It's the place to be if you like the thought of traditional family camping and a smiling welcome at a site where your name will be remembered; friendliness is in its DNA. Perhaps that’s why so many holidaymakers return year after year. Or maybe it’s the food at Le Bar Ardy (open during high season only), where everything is homemade – even the burger buns and pizzas – and daily specials are created by putting together fresh local produce. Tuck into family favourites on the lakeside terrace, ready for the themed entertainment that takes place every evening from June to September. More reasons for returning include the private fishing pond, which also forms the backdrop for the snack bar terrace. There's a secure play area where kids can have a go on the slide and swings, as well as a basketball court nicely shaded under the plane trees. If you'd rather take the day at a slower pace, perhaps with a book and some light breaststroke, there's also a heated outdoor swimming pool open during high season. Outside of the site, there are plenty of other activities to plan into your trip, like canoeing on the region’s rivers, tasting local foods at nearby farms, horse riding through the forest and exploring the cultural heritage of south-west France.

Site type

Tent sites 44
Caravan sites 44
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 55
Motorhome sites 44
Rent a tent 4
Open now
Opens 28 March

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (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 hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • The outdoor swimming pool is open between 01/06 and 30/09 (subject to weather conditions).
  • The restaurant is open between 15/05 and 15/10.
  • Entertainment and activities are available between 01/06 and 30/09.
  • The grocery shop is open between 15/05 and 15/10.
  • Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • A cable measuring at least 6 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
  • The bar is open between 01/05 and 31/10.
  • This is a quiet campground/park: no music is allowed.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.
  • No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
  • No charcoal barbecues allowed.
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
  • If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

French

Greek

Spanish

Open from Fri, 28 Mar to

Pitch types & availability

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Features

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site cafe On-site restaurant On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area Pétanque TV room Take away Tennis Toddler's pool Watersports

Amenities on site

Baby-changing facilities Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Off licence Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Themes

Bush Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Large (51-200 sites)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Dedicated quiet space Site close to accessible bathrooms Step-free or level access

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Drainage hook-up points for caravans Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Camping L'Etang d'Ardy

2564 Allee d'Ardy

Saint-Paul-lès-Dax

Landes

France

40990

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

43.72646°N
-1.12275°W

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 Landes forest is accessible directly from the site, which means that as soon as you’ve finished your breakfast, you don't need to wait to get out on foot or bicycle for a morning among the trees. A short drive will also place you within reach of the Adour Aventure sports centre (15 minutes’ drive), where high ropes courses are strung between the trees, or the local horse-riding school (25 minutes). The so-called ‘spa capital’, Saint-Paul-lès-Dax (15 minutes), has many spas where you could dedicate a day to pampering yourself. It’s also home to Musée de l’ALAT et de l’hélicoptère (20 minutes), a museum with hangars full of army helicopters used in World War I and World War II. When the kids ask to go somewhere entertaining, make your way to Dinosaures Parc (20 minutes), a small amusement park with tiny quad bikes for hire and other activities aimed at small kids. If you only have adults to cater to, a golf club is half an hour’s drive away. The site is also within striking distance of Seignosse, Capbreton and Hossegor beaches (all around half an hour), which, between them, have a handful of surf schools and plenty of space for beach games.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
La Pergola (Lac Marin) 23.4 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
La Sauvagine (Lac Marin) 23.9 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Plage Oceane 24.3 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Plage Centrale 24.4 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Plage Nord 24.4 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Offers

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Powered grass and earth site
  • 20% off Offre Mai
Tipi, yurt, wigwam, dome, bell tent
Mini safari tent
  • 20% off Offre Mai
Tipi, yurt, wigwam, dome, bell tent
2 bedroom safari tent
  • 20% off Offre Mai
Tent pitchTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Powered grass and earth site (private bathroom amenities)
  • 20% off Offre Mai

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Camping L'Etang d'Ardy have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
  • Is Camping L'Etang d'Ardy dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Camping L'Etang d'Ardy? The Landes forest is accessible directly from the site, which means that as soon as you’ve finished your breakfast, you don't need to wait to get out on foot or bicycle for … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Camping L'Etang d'Ardy?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  11 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  11 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Camping L'Etang d'Ardy? From $35 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.