Hardstanding or gravel: Campgrounds in Auvergne

Camping L'Alternatif

• Eco-friendly, tree-lined site on the edge of a river with a pond
• A 25-minute drive from Montluçon and 15 minutes on foot from Huriel
• Fishing, bar, common room, board games and kids’ play areas

Domaine des Grandes Côtes

• Auvergne site spread over 45 hectares on the banks of the Bouble river
• Within an hour's drive of Vulcania and Le PAL theme parks
• Excellent bistro on site, plus indoor pool and 18-hole discgolf course

Village Toue des Demoiselles

• Small site in a farm on the banks of the Loire river
• Spectacular accommodation in a spectacular setting
• Fishing, hot tub, farm, meals delivered and bike and scooter hire

Camping Les Rives du Lac

• Scenic site a short walk from the shores of 600-hectare Espinet lake
• Within easy reach of a waterpark and historic Laroquebrou
• Pools plus summer pony rides, farmers' market, dinners and DJ

Camping des Nières

Camping de Saint-Urcize

• Peaceful park in the ski village of Saint-Urcize
• Guided hikes, bike trips and horseback treks within 10 minutes' drive
• Wellness area with Finnish bath and woodburning and infrared saunas

Camping Le Garoustel

Village Vacances La Gineste

• Peaceful site on a peninsula on Lac du Barrage d'Enchanet
• Lake for swimming and fishing, beach, canoe hire and riding centre
• Sauna, Jacuzzi, pool, games room and bar-restaurant

Camping de L'Étang

• Quiet family-friendly site a five-minute walk from Mérigot lake
• Near activities in the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Natural Park
• Table d'hôte meals, farm shop, playground and pétanque court

Camping Le Lac De La Siauve

• In the Auvergne Volcanic Regional Nature Park
• Peaceful setting near the Bort-les-Orgues reservoir
• Pool, bowling lawn, bar, snack bar, jetties and playground

Du Côté de Chez Sam

Domaine Maevag

Domaine du Lac

• Waterside site with direct access to the Saint-Étienne-Cantalès lake
• Beach, fishing, floating lake pools and boat and pedalo hire
• Pools, activity space and bar

Camping Le Petit Bois

• On the slopes of the Massif Central mountainous region of Margeride
• Half a kilometre from Ruynes-en-Margeride and 6km from Garabit viaduct
• Heated outdoor pool, play area, and modern and comfortable amenities

Moulin de Chaules

• Located by a former watermill on a crystal clear brook
• Family oriented with a wide range of facilities for all
• Top spot for relaxing stays