Camping des Lacs

The beach by the lake of Saint Jean de Chevelu

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  • A quiet campsite in Savoie ten minutes away from the Bourget lake
  • At the foot of the Dent du Chat mountains
  • Many outdoor activities awaits you
Camping des Lacs is located by the Saint Jean de Chevelu lakes and at the foot of the Dent du Chat. Located on more than 2 hectares of greenery, nature is at the heart of the site. Camping des Lacs has a peaceful environment with easy access to must-see tourist sites (Lake Bourget, Aix-les Bains, Chambéry, Lake Aiguebelette ...). The Méline river borders the campsite and is ideal for fishing. On site there is a toilet block with hot showers and toilet equipped for people with reduced mobility. There also is a nursery area with a bath and changing table. For relaxation a library and games room are available. Some evening entertainment is provided. You can order bread and pastries and there is also a snack bar with take-away food including ice cream sales, pizza, fries and drinks. A launderette is available (charges apply).

Campground type

Tent sites 80
Camper sites 80
RV sites 80
Caravans for hire 10
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 6
Opens

Tourist board rating

Languages spoken

English

French

Spanish

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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 Local produce 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

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery 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 Public transportation nearby

Type

Large (51-200 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horseback riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Camping des Lacs

Base de Loisirs

Saint-Jean-de-Chevelu

Savoie

France

73170

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

45.69429°N
5.82437°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

Camping des Lacs is located in a land of lakes, rivers and small mountains. Many outdoor activities awaits you. Watersports fans or swimming enthusiasts will find lakes within easy reach: Lake Saint-Jean de Chevelu (opposite the campsite), Lake Bourget (15 minutes), Lake Aiguebelette (30 minutes), and Lake Annecy (50 minutes). Do you prefer hiking or cycling? You will find a wide range of itineraries to explore on foot or by bike such as Via Rhôna or the cycle path linking Aix les Bains to Chambery; a mountain bike circuit (500 kilometres of routes combined in total) starts near the site. For more adventurous people, the campsite is not far from major Alpine passes. You can punctuate these activities by exploring the surrounding towns such as Chanaz (20 minutes), the Spa town of Aix les Bains (25 minutes), Chambery (25 minutes) where you can stroll along the pedestrian streets at the foot of the Château des Ducs de Savoie, and Annecy (50 minutes) with its lake and old town. Over 1-hour drive away, find Chamonix, located at the foot of Mont Blanc, the Aiguille du Midi and the Mer de Glace, and Geneva. Do not forget to taste the many local products: wines from the vineyards around (Roussette, Chardonnay, Mondeuse, Gamay ...) and cheeses from Savoy. You can find them at local markets or from local producers.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Camping des Lacs have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Camping des Lacs dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Camping des Lacs? Camping des Lacs is located in a land of lakes, rivers and small mountains. Many outdoor activities awaits you. Watersports fans or swimming enthusiasts will find lakes within easy reach: Lake Saint-Jean … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Camping des Lacs?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.

    Reception is unmanned after 7pm. Please call the site using the contact details provided in the booking confirmation email if you are arriving after this time. The team will then provide you with the relevant information about your unit.

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