Chez Ruben
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- Rural budget site on a hill a 10-minute drive from Lac du Salagou
- Lodève 15 minutes’ drive; Jardin des Plantes de Montpellier 45 minutes
- Shower cabin with views of the lake; communal fridge
Step this way for a wild-camping holiday (though one with several welcome perks – more about those in a minute) in a remote corner of the stunning Hérault department of southern France. As an added bonus, if you stay at Chez Ruben, you can get a real feelgood vibe, knowing that the euros you spend here are reinvested in developing the land and its equipment.
This blissfully peaceful site occupies a rural area at the foot of a forested hillside about seven kilometres north of Lac du Salagou (10 minutes’ drive). In fact this reservoir, which is renowned for its red sandstone rocks, is so close that you can see it from the site. The lake is a popular destination for swimmers, watersports enthusiasts and anglers, while the desert-like landscape that surrounds it is a playground for hikers and mountain bikers.
Grass pitches at Chez Ruben sit on wide terraces along the hillside, among ancient and shade-giving trees. And what about those wild-camping perks mentioned earlier? Well, there’s a composting toilet, a shower cabin with a pretty spectacular view of the surrounding hills and a washing-up area, plus a communal fridge freezer where you can store your barbecue essentials and a picnic table where you can devour whatever you decide to grill.
As for provisions, a large commercial area with supermarkets (and fast-food restaurants) sits just across the A75 (10 minutes); alternatively, you can head to the town of Lodève (15 minutes) for independent food stores and interesting global dining options.
Campground type
3
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3Open all year
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (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 bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- 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 20 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- There is no reception building on-site: 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.
- The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.
Languages spoken
English
French
Spanish
Wifi at the unit/site
Reviews
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Liked: The location, the views, the very basic yet entirely functional facilities. We used this site as a stop over on our way to Spain. It had electric hook up and a dry toilet and an adjoining shower. It was 0” when we woke just before dawn, and the memory of a nice hot shower while watching the sun rise will stay with me for a long time.
Disliked: Nothing
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Herrlich ruhig. Sehr schöne Umgebung!
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Liked: Die Familie hat uns herzlich empfangen und eine gute Lösung gesucht um unseren Wohnwagen platzieren zu können.
Disliked: Zufahrt und Stellplätze für Wohnwagen weniger geeignet.
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Very quiet Place in the middle of Nature with a Great view.…
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Liked: Very quiet Place in the middle of Nature with a Great view. Friendly owner, Thank you.
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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 Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis 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 Picnic table 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
Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 sites)Nearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horseback riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Chez Ruben
282 Route de la Fourille
Le Puech
Lodève
Hérault
France
34700
Directions Timezone
Europe/Paris +0200 (GMT+02:00)
GPS
43.68603°N
3.32562°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
Grab your binoculars and head to the Haut-Languedoc Regional Natural Park (40 minutes’ drive), where a range of landscapes – from mountains to woodlands and scrublands – is home to assorted birdlife. You might be able to spot eagles and kites soaring overhead, or woodpeckers in dense beech forests.
If you like your nature somewhat less wild (or more tamed), you might like to visit the Jardin des Plantes de Montpellier (45 minutes). Established in 1593 (which makes it the oldest botanical garden in the country), this green haven comes with multiple themed areas, including medicinal herbs and fragrant aromatic plants.
In Béziers (50 minutes), the fortified Cathédrale Saint-Nazaire stands on a hill overlooking the town, the river Orb and its bridges, including the Pont-Canal de l’Orb, atop of which runs a segment of the Canal du Midi. The Plateau des Poètes is a leafy garden dotted with ponds and statuary.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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| Etang De Thau - Village Vacances | 23 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Etang De Thau - La Plagette | 23.1 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Etang De Thau - La Tremie | 23.1 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Etang De Thau - Plage Du Vvf | 24.4 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Etang De Thau - Plage Sud | 24.7 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Chez Ruben have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Chez Ruben dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Chez Ruben? Grab your binoculars and head to the Haut-Languedoc Regional Natural Park (40 minutes’ drive), where a range of landscapes – from mountains to woodlands and scrublands – is home to assorted birdlife. … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Chez Ruben?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: noon – 10:30 p.m. Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at Chez Ruben? From $22.61 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.