Le Mas du Padre












- Peaceful wooded base in Balaruc-les-Bains welcoming families and dogs
- A 15-minute drive from beaches; walking distance from Etang de Thau
- Playground, multisports ground and pétanque; food available on site
If museums, lagoons and sandy beaches sound rather appealing, Le Mas du Padre in Balaruc-les-Bains might be your next holiday destination. With a peaceful wooded setting and grounds where families and dogs are both welcome, this place is a smart base for exploring the Hérault region, whether you begin with dips in the Med on the several sandy beaches 15 minutes’ drive away or with sightseeing in lively Montpellier (35 minutes’ drive).
Get to the Etang De Thau on foot… the lagoons there are packed with shellfish and there’s plenty of scenery to enjoy on your way around the port towns on the shore. With Sète 15 minutes’ drive to the south, you won't be short on other options for more relaxing days out.
Le Mas du Padre is very wooded, say the owners, so there’s lots of shade and a peaceful atmosphere on site. Snacks, cold drinks and meals can be picked up on site whenever you’re hungry, or there are plenty of restaurant choices a short walk away when you feel like dining out in a courtyard somewhere nearby.
Those of you hitting this Balaruc-les-Bains site in high season are welcome to chill out by the heated outdoor swimming pool (open between April and October), catch the entertainment and activities that the site runs or drop your offspring at the kids' club (open in July and August for four to 18-year-olds). Year-round, a playground, multi-sports ground and a pétanque court are on hand to entertain the kids.
Campground type
Open all year 




Tourist board rating
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- The outdoor swimming pool is open between 04/01 and 10/31 (subject to weather conditions).
- The restaurant is open between 06/15 and 10/31.
- Entertainment and activities are available between 07/01 and 09/30.
- The grocery shop is open between 06/15 and 10/31.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- Units longer than 7 metres are not allowed.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- No charcoal barbecues allowed.
- If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Languages spoken
English
French
Spanish
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Pétanque Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Teens' club Tennis Waterslide WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
PeacefulUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearbyType
Large (51-200 sites)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Le Mas du Padre
4 Chemin du Mas du Padre
Balaruc-les-Bains
Hérault
France
34540
Timezone
Europe/Paris +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
43.45222°N
3.69239°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
It’s not difficult to unwind in Sète (15 minutes’ drive), where activity options include sea fishing trips from the harbour, paddles in the Med or a cocktail alongside the canals – and for history fans, several museums.
Days out hiking or mountain biking are spectacular in Massif de la Gardiole (20 minutes), so simply pick a trail and get going. When you're in the mood for a gentler stroll, one place to do so is around the scenic Jardin Antique Méditerranéen (five minutes) in Balaruc-les-Bains or with a visit to the Ferme Zoo Bouzigues (10 minutes), where the farmer has opened the doors for guests to meet or feed the animals.
Bouzigues (10 minutes), Loupian (15 minutes) and Mèze (15 minutes) are all small port towns on the way around the Etang de Thau, with places such as a Roman villa, a museum and more beaches to explore.
If it’s the big city you’re after though, set your sights on Montpellier (35 minutes), where there’s an impressive cathedral and the 17th-century Arc de Triomphe, as well as places that will continue the kids’ entertainment, from the Planet Ocean World aquarium to the Montpellier Zoological Park.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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Etang De Thau - Plage Sud | 1.1 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Etang De Thau - Plage Du Vvf | 1.4 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Etang De Thau - La Tremie | 2.1 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Frontignan Plage - L'Entree | 3.8 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Crique De L'Anau | 4.2 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Le Mas du Padre have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is Le Mas du Padre dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Le Mas du Padre? It’s not difficult to unwind in Sète (15 minutes’ drive), where activity options include sea fishing trips from the harbour, paddles in the Med or a cocktail alongside the canals – and … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Le Mas du Padre?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m.