Hikers’ paradise: Campgrounds in Languedoc-Roussillon

SunLodge at Camping La Vallée Verte

• Dutch-owned 36-hectare site on the banks of the Cèze river
• A 45-minute drive from Gorges de l'Ardèche; 55 minutes from Avignon
• Direct access to the river for swims, fishing and a sandy beach area

Camping Couderc

• Scenic family site on the banks of the Gorges du Tarn canyon and river
• On Sainte-Enimie’s outskirts, a 30-minute walk to the centre
• Private beaches, pool, canoe rental, playground, grocery shop and bar

Villatent at Camping Le Canigou

• Smart safari tents on a wooded site in the foothills of the Pyrenees
• Half an hour from Perpignan and less than an hour from the coast
• Busy activity programme on site, plus restaurant and river swimming

Camping Le Clos des Peupliers

• Family site in central Lozère, 15 minutes' drive from Mende
• In Barjac village; a 50-minute drive to Gorges du Tarn or Aven Armand
• On the edge of the river Lot and access to fishing; seasonal pool

Sautadou Camping

• Family-run farm site with friendly animals in Languedoc-Roussillon
• Carcassonne and the four Cathar castles of Lastour within 50 minutes
• Forest trails, river walks and swimming from the site

Domaine Presqu'Île de La Franqui

• Seafront site with direct access to eight kilometres of sandy beach
• On the edge of a natural park 35 minutes' drive from Perpignan
• Pools, spa, massages and restaurant with spectacular sea views

Domaine Naturiste de Lambeyran

• Nudst site in a secluded corner of Languedoc-Rousillion
• Over 30km of private hiking trails

Camping Le Val d'Hérault

• Spacious family-friendly site on the banks of the Hérault river
• 45 minutes' drive from Montpellier and the Mediterranean coast
• Busy programme of activities for kids, teens and adults in summer

Camping le Sainte-Marie

• Family-friendly site 10 minutes' cycle from Sainte-Marie
• Huge waterpark with a swimming pool, waterslides and a paddling pool
• 10 minutes' walk from the beach and 20 minutes drive from Perpignan

Les Chalets de la Margeride

• Lodges with views out towards the Margeride mountains
• Within easy reach of via ferrata climbing, ziplining and fishing
• Covered heated pool with retractable roof for the summer months

Domaine de la Vitarelle

• Peaceful wooded site with spectacular views over the Pyrenees
• Within easy reach of the UNESCO-listed citadel of Carcassonne
• Organic store selling organic wines, craft beers and local produce

Les Micocouliers

Domaine de Bacchus

• Family-friendly villa site in the village of Saint-Christol
• Several vineyards and wineries within walking distance
• Pool, hot tub, sauna, hammam, gym, indoor lounge and library

Glamping at Montzellis

• Glamping at domaine des Montarels offers luxury vineyard glamping.
• Glamping at domaine des Montarels offers luxury glamping holidays.

Camping BelleRive

• Quiet site surrounded by trees, a few minutes' walk from Montfrin
• Peaceful Provence setting along the banks of the Gardon
• Snack bar and themed evenings available

Les Cabanes d'ErbeFol

• Luxury glamping with spectacular Pyrénées-Orientales mountain views
• Via ferrata 10 minutes’ drive, and Château de Quéribus half an hour
• Shared kitchen and chillout area; food delivery service available

Les Cabanes d'Hestia

• Peaceful site deep in the Haut-Languedoc Regional Natural Park
• A five minute drive from La Salvetat-sur-Agout and Lac de la Raviège
• Wooden accommodation; optional extras include sauna and breakfast

Camping Le Vieux Moulin

• Peaceful park in a green valley among the Margeride mountains
• Surrounded by 23 French Hiking Federation hiking trails
• Excellent trout fishing in the network of rivers nearby

Camping Les Cerisiers

• Close to the Spanish border and five minutes' drive from Céret
• Half an hour's drive from the Mediterranean coast
• Hiking paths, spa, playground, library, shop and bakery

La Ferme de Marithé