Camping Castanhada
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- In the spectacular setting of the Ardèche Mountains nature park
- Book climbing, canoeing, paragliding, via ferrata and horse riding
- Garden, water playground, snack bar and evening activities/food nights
What a pretty place. A mighty pretty place, to be more exact, for Camping Castanhada is in the Ardèche Mountains Regional Nature Park: yes, this is the site of the 'European Grand Canyon'.
Access to the Ardèche gorges from the world-famed Pont d'Arc is 35 minutes from Camping Castanhada, a family-friendly site just outside Les Vans. The drive to see the gorges and canoe under the Pont d'Arc is a must if you're anywhere in these parts, but if you want to stay closer to home after your Ardèche gorges trip, Camping Castanhada is a short – highly scenic – stroll from the Chassezac river, whose gorges are a few kilometres away.
Book activities like via ferrata climbing at the site reception if you're feeling hardy; if not, lots of leisurely options await around the grounds. There's a peaceful garden for peaceful outdoor hours; a water playground with inflatables, open in July and August; ping pong and pétanque areas; wifi throughout the site, and a big screen TV to keep up with sports.
Shops and supplies at Les Vans are 800 metres away, or you can eat all the day long at the Camping Castanhada snack bar, which serves breakfasts, takeaways and cocktails.
Site type
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Tourist board rating
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, 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.
- Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Single-sex bookings of 6 or more people (excluding couples) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- The outdoor swimming pool is open between 01/07 et 31/08 (subject to weather conditions).
- Entertainment and activities are available between 12/07 and 24/08.
- Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
- 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 25 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
- No charcoal barbecues allowed.
- If reception is closed 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
Open from Tue, 01 Apr to
Pitch types & availability
Electric optional grass pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 9.0m width x 10.0m depth (29.5ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 90.0m² (968.8ft²)
Arrival daysFrom €15 (€15) 1 night, 2 adults
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Caba'tente 2 bedroom safari tent (sheltered balcony)
4 people maximum 
No dogs allowed 2 bedroomsDimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom €72 (€72) 1 night, 2 adults
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area Pétanque TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Large (51-200 pitches)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Disabled facilities Level site, no steep slopesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearbyLocation
Camping Castanhada
125 Chemin des Châtaigniers
Chambonas
Ardèche
France
07140
Directions Timezone
Europe/Paris +0200 (GMT+02:00)
GPS
44.41306°N
4.13857°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
Start off your scenic Ardèche strolls and hikes in a gentle way with an amble to the stunning surrounds of the Chassezac river a few hundred metres away, and then more heady stuff at the Chassezac gorges within a few kilometres. Camping Castanhada staff can suggest routes or book trips.
Hikes in both chunks of gorge are easily accessible from the site, as are the paths of the Pays des Vans, the Serre de Barre and the Bois de Païolive. You could also let the adrenaline soar with paragliding, climbing, mountain biking and other assorted gorge-based activities, or have a serene town and city time at Chambonas 10 minutes' drive away or Vogüé within 45.
A must around this part of the country is a jaw-dropped look at the Ardèche gorges, among the most scenic sights in all of France (and the planet). The gorges run for about 40 kilometres from the Pont D'Arc, the famed stone archway that you very much must canoe under during your trip; book your watery trek at the gorges' main access town of Vallon Pont d'Arc a few kilometres from the arch.
Another must-see is the Cave of the Pont d'Arc, a spectacular replica of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the caverns and ancient paintings of Chauvet Cave. Or set off on a southern Ardèche village adventure: Naves, Labeaume, Balazuc and Thines are all within 10 to 30 minutes' drive.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Camping Castanhada have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is Camping Castanhada dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Camping Castanhada? Start off your scenic Ardèche strolls and hikes in a gentle way with an amble to the stunning surrounds of the Chassezac river a few hundred metres away, and then more heady … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Camping Castanhada?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 3:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: noon On-site accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Camping Castanhada? From R299,82 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.