Gastronomic delight: Campgrounds in Poitou-Charentes

Camping de Cognac

• Two-hectare park on the Charente river, on the outskirts of Cognac
• 15 minutes’ walk to leisure centre: play areas, golf and watersports
• Outdoor pool, playground, sports, takeaway snacks and barbecue areas

Camping Les Grenettes

• Family-friendly lle de Ré site 300 metres from the beach
• Two pools, kids' club, restaurant and shop
• A 10-minute drive to Saint-Martin-de-Ré and 30 minutes to La Rochelle

Camping La Clairière

Les Toiles du Cassis

• Luxurious waterside hideaway on a Charente wine estate
• Angoulême and Cognac 25 minutes’ drive; boat hire 15 minutes
• Well-equipped bell tent with decking overlooking a fishing pond

Camping Barataud

• Quiet family-friendly site on Oléron Island, 150 metres from the beach
• A short drive or cycle to Saint-Denis-d'Oléron and Phare de Chassiron
• Seasonal pools, play area, miniature golf and bike rentals on site

Camping de L'Île Madame

• A peaceful and leafy site set on the banks of the Charente river
• At the edge of Jarnac town centre, a 20-minute drive from Cognac
• Swimming pool access; cognac tasting and cultural activities

Camping La Brande

• Family-friendly park 300 metres from the sea
• On Île d'Oléron: 30 minutes to Pointe de Gatseau and 45 to Rochefort
• Heated pool, waterslide, pétanque, bike hire, bar and restaurant

Camping Les Gorges du Chambon

• Well-equipped family-friendly site 150 metres from a river beach
• Angoulême 45 minutes' drive; Limoges an hour
• On-site restaurant, heated pool, paddling pool and tennis courts

Camping de L'Océan