La Fontaine de Rabelais
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It's free, quick and easy!
- By the Loire River
- Many walking and cycle routes available, canoeing and kayaking
- Only 10 minutes from Orléans and its attractions
On the outskirts of Orléans, in the green nature reserve of Saint-Mesmin right by the Loire River, lies La Fontaine de Rabelais, a convenient base for exploring the Loire valley, its beautiful castles and the great outdoors.
Wake up in the morning, walk a few steps to the banks of the river where you can sit and enjoy your breakfast whilst surrounded by resident ducks. Head off for a cycle or hire a canoe/kayak, perfect for exploring the river.
The site is equipped with a toilet block with free hot shower and suited for guests with reduced mobility.
Moreover, Orléans is only 10 minutes away, and provides a wide range of activities and historic attractions, bars, shops, and restaurants.
Site type
Languages spoken
English
French
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area Pétanque TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Tents for hire Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Bush Peaceful Remote location Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Large (51-200 sites)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Motorhome service point Water hook-up points for caravansLocation
La Fontaine de Rabelais
Chemin de la Plage
Saint-Ay
Loiret
France
45130
Timezone
Europe/Paris +0200 (GMT+02:00)
GPS
47.85521°N
1.75337°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
Discover Orléans, on the Loire River, located just 10 minutes away from the campsite. Visit the seventeenth-century Gothic cathedral of Sainte-Croix, walk along the Rue Jeanne d'Arc to the Place Charles de Gaulle, where you can see the famous historic house of Joan of Arc.
Explore the historic centre, a large area between the river and the cathedral, or walk along the river banks and sit and relax in one of the many cafés. In the city, you will find several green areas to chill out and enjoy a picnic, such as the Parc Pasteur, the Parc Floral de la Source, and the nineteenth-century botanical gardens at Jardin des Plantes.
And for art lovers, don't miss out the popular Museum of Fine Arts, displaying a vast collection of paintings from the sixteenth and eighteenth century, including famous works by Velasquez. Other important museums are the Natural Sciences Museum and the History and Archaeology Museum.
Don't forget to explore the worldwide famous Loire Valley, with its beautiful natural landscapes, historic towns and villages and fairy-tale châteaux.
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- Does La Fontaine de Rabelais have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is La Fontaine de Rabelais dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near La Fontaine de Rabelais? Discover Orléans, on the Loire River, located just 10 minutes away from the campsite. Visit the seventeenth-century Gothic cathedral of Sainte-Croix, walk along the Rue Jeanne d'Arc to the Place Charles de … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of La Fontaine de Rabelais?
Camping and caravan Arrive: 8 a.m. – Anytime Depart by: Anytime