Camping Paradis Les Gorges du Haut Bugey

No availability at present on Pitchup.com 6.8 5 reviews
The large outdoor pool (added by manager 09 Aug 2022)
The outdoor pool (added by manager 10 nov 2015)
Oignin lake (added by manager 11 nov 2015)
Relax by the lakeshore (added by manager 10 nov 2015)

  • Spectacularly scenic park with direct access to Lac de l'Oignin
  • Golf course and horse riding centre within a short drive or cycle
  • Hire pedal boats, floats and fishing kit to use on the lake
What a view to wake up to: right by the shores of Lac de l'Oignin among a mixed woodland and surrounded by smashing views of the hills all around, this highly scenic park lies 400 metres above sea level and is within 75 minutes’ drive from Geneva and its expansive lake. As you might expect from a lakeside spot, heaps of watery fun is on the cards at Camping Paradis Les Gorges du Haut Bugey, with not only two fab outdoor pools but direct access to the lake too for various water-based activities: hire a pedal boat to explore the shore, various floats to loll about on, or bits of fishing kit (and a fishing licence) to put your angling skills to the test. Should the order of the hour instead be something on dry land, that’s easily sorted here too: plenty of walking and cycling trails lie around the lake and its calm countryside surrounds, and sportif types can stay amply active with lots of suitable facilities on site: a football pitch, a volleyball court, ping pong tables and a pétanque court will be at your disposal daily. There's heaps here to keep littlies out of trouble too: if they’re not bounding around the playground, they’l likely be spied hanging out with furry critters like goats, donkeys and horses at the petting zoo. Also for the amusement of small people aged between six and 12 years is a kids’ club, and in the evenings, guests of all ages can settle back for family-friendly fun in the form of dances, cabaret and karaoke. Eats, drinks and supplies are at the snack bar and pizzeria with takeaway service, and at the shop with freshly baked bread and pastries, local produce and gas bottles. Barbecues are allowed, so fire one up, braise a few bangers and settle back to see the sun set over the lake from your smashingly scenic pitch. Speaking of which, pitches are also splendidly spacious and all the hedging and mature trees that dot the site’s landscape provides guests with plenty of privacy. Amenities include chemical toilets and a heated toilet and shower block too, and the laundry area's washing machines and tumble dryers can be used for a small fee.

Campground type

Camper sites 118
RV sites 118
Tent sites 118

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • 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.
  • The outdoor swimming pool is open between 07/01 and 08/31 (subject to weather conditions).
  • The restaurant is open between 07/01 and 08/31.
  • Entertainment and activities are available between 07/01 and 08/31.
  • Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • The bar is open between 07/01 and 08/31.

Languages spoken

English

French

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Not recommended! Awful organization

Overall 2/10
Location 8
Value for money 2
Accommodation 2
Facilities / Activities 2
Customer service 2
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness No rating
Wifi 2
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Power optional grass and earth campsite

Liked: Beautiful nature around

Disliked: Awful!! Never again! A company of drunk french people were screaming and shouting loudly at the campsite bar till 23:30. We chose this place with a hope to sleep well after a long trip, as it was far away from highways and big cities. I asked campsite manager, a girl, what's happening? She said it's normal, it's a special night... whaaat? Are you a bar or a camping place with exact rules? Terrible service, not recommended

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Quiet location, pitch had plenty of room…

Overall 6/10
Location 6
Value for money 6
Accommodation 6
Facilities / Activities 6
Customer service 4
Child friendliness 4
Cleanliness 8
Wifi 2
Jon G. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Power optional grass and earth campsite

Liked: Quiet location, pitch had plenty of room

Disliked: Site was being refurbished in places, even though still open, no water at taps of pitch, staff not really interested at check in

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Would definitely recommend

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Megan P. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Power optional grass and earth campsite

Liked: The scenery was beautiful, the welcome very friendly, lovely pool, clean facilities, level pitches. Perfect camping

Disliked: Nothing

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Ruime schaduwrijke plekken. Zwembaden en schoon meer…

Overall 8/10
Location 8
Value for money 6
Accommodation 6
Facilities / Activities 6
Customer service 8
Child friendliness 8
Cleanliness 8
Wifi 6
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Power optional grass and earth campsite

Liked: Ruime schaduwrijke plekken. Zwembaden en schoon meer

Disliked: Douche

Recommend to friends Visit again

Calme Propre…

Overall 8/10
Location 8
Value for money 8
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities 4
Customer service 8
Child friendliness 2
Cleanliness 8
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Power optional grass and earth campsite

Liked: Calme Propre

Disliked: Restauration très limitée (à cette époque)

Recommend to friends Visit again


Features

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 Tennis Watersports

Amenities 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent sites

Themes

Forest Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Large (51-200 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Gray water hook-up for caravans Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Camping Paradis Les Gorges du Haut Bugey

734 Rue du Lac

Matafelon-Granges

L'Ain

France

01580

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Paris +0200 (GMT+02:00)

GPS

46.25446°N
5.55805°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

For those nuts about putting, a six-hole golf course course is within seven kilometres; should you instead be of a rather more horsey leaning, an equestrian centre is within the same distance for a trot around the site’s spectacular surrounds. Bourg-en-Bresse is within 40 minutes’ drive for wanders around historic hotspots such as its 16th-century Gothic-style monastery, and over in Oyonnax are a couple of museums worth an explore: one dedicated to plastics and combs, and the other to the story of the French Resistance. For pamper-based days, the handsome little spa town of Divonne-les-Bains – right near the France-Geneva border – is well worth a trip to for wellness treatments and scenic strolls or pedals around the perimeter of its three-kilometre lake.

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

  • Does Camping Paradis Les Gorges du Haut Bugey have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
  • Is Camping Paradis Les Gorges du Haut Bugey dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Camping Paradis Les Gorges du Haut Bugey? For those nuts about putting, a six-hole golf course course is within seven kilometres; should you instead be of a rather more horsey leaning, an equestrian centre is within the same distance … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Camping Paradis Les Gorges du Haut Bugey?
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    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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