Camping Universal
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- In spectacular surroundings on the banks of the Gardon river
- A few kilometres from the Gorges du Gardon Biosphere Reserve
- Own beach, pool, games room and modern amenities
It is a fact universally acknowledged that lazily floating along on a French river, via kayak, under a warm Provence sun is a topping way to spend any holiday. And then, perhaps, an amble back to your campsite for a siesta under the trees – and a lounge on the site's own beach while you leisurely plan the next day's activities around the Ardèche gorges...?
Have this and (a lot) more at waterfront site Camping Universal, on the banks of the Gardon river, with its own beach and with kayak hire nearby. It covers four green tree-shaded hectares near Rochegude in the Gard, a few kilometres from the canyoning, mountain biking, hiking, caving and heaps more of the Gorges du Gardon Biosphere Reserve.
If you're not basking on the beach or snoozing under the trees, have at it at the regular activities arranged by the Universal team: regular sports tournaments are arranged in summer as well as theme nights, parties and gigs.
The site also has a pool to make a splash at, a games room, and ping pong and pool tables, along with modern amenities including a toilet block with hot showers, a launderette and a parent and baby washroom.
There's a food shop for essentials and barbecues are allowed, but another fact universally acknowledged is that one shouldn't do too much cooking while on hol. So do avail of the site restaurant, snack bar and takeaway, or thoroughly investigate the Provence markets nearby in Rochegude and other villages like Tharaux, Saint-Jean-de-Maruéjols-et-Avéjan, Rivières, Saint-Denis and Méjannes-le-Clap.
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Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- The restaurant is open between 01/07 and 31/08.
Languages spoken
English
French
Open from Mon, 10 Mar to
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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 Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' marketType
Large (51-200 sites)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Camping Universal
Chemin de Belbuis
Rochegude
Gard
France
30430
Directions Timezone
Europe/Paris +0200 (GMT+02:00)
GPS
44.23714°N
4.27468°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
If you're an outdoorsy and active sort, you're sorted: a few kilometres from Camping Universal is the UNESCO-listed Gorges du Gardon Biosphere Reserve for long days hiking, canyoning, tree climbing, caving, mountain biking, rock climbing, rafting, horse riding and yet more lazy kayaking. (And all in stunning surroundings, natch: have a look at the site pics.)
This is ancient as well as splendidly scenic land, so dig into some Provence heritage in the surroundings too, like at the must-see Pont du Gard, built by those roaming Romans around 19BC and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Pont d'Arc over the Gardon river, yet another top kayaking spot, and yes, you should pretend you're on a Tolkienesque quest as you float under it…
Another must for ancient sights is the Gard department capital of Nîmes, to see its famed amphitheatre, the best preserved in France and still used these days for gigs; its cathedral, probably built on the site of the temple of Augustus, and the eighteenth century Jardins de la Fontaine, built around the remains of the city's Roman baths.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Camping Universal have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is Camping Universal dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Camping Universal? If you're an outdoorsy and active sort, you're sorted: a few kilometres from Camping Universal is the UNESCO-listed Gorges du Gardon Biosphere Reserve for long days hiking, canyoning, tree climbing, caving, mountain … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Camping Universal?
Read moreCamping and caravan Arrive: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: noon On-site accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m.