Ice pack freezing: Lodges and log cabins in Auvergne

Camping des Gorges de l'Allier

• Large woodland park with direct access to the Allier river
• A short walk from Langeac and the Allier gorges tourist train
• Restaurant, play area, fishing, pool and TV room

Camping La Rochelambert

• In a wildlife haven close to a river, 5 mins' drive from Saint-Paulien
• Quiet family-friendly park 20 minutes' drive from Le Puy-en-Velay
• Pool, paddling pool, snack bar and playground

Camping de Vaubarlet

• Family site adjacent to the Dunières river
• Bouncy castle, kids' activities and evening entertainment
• Pools, bar terrace and restaurant

Camping Les Murmures du Lignon

• Family-friendly riverside site in four acres of protected forest
• 20 minutes' walk from the little town of Tence for steam train trips
• Outdoor pool, paddling pool, games room, playground and pétanque

Camping Les 3 Chênes

• A camspite in the Auvergne region
• Relaxing campsite set in nature
• Swimming pool, sporting and cultural activities are available

Camping L'Alternatif

• Eco-friendly, tree-lined site on the edge of a river with a pond
• A 25-minute drive from Montluçon and 15 minutes on foot from Huriel
• Fishing, bar, common room, board games and kids’ play areas

Sans Parure

• Spacious site near Buxières-sous-Montaigut, run by a Dutch family
• Around an hour's drive from Puy-de-Dôme volcano and Le PAL theme park
• Farm animals, veg garden, swimming pool and table d'hôte meals

Le Ranch des Volcans

• Family site in the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Natural Park
• A short drive from Vulcania theme park
• Pools, bar, terrace restaurant, artisan bakery, archery and shop

Camping Les Vernières

• On the Dordogne river, a kilometre and a half from a lake
• Aqua park with sauna, hammam and sun terrace
• Regular events, pool, snack bar, trampoline and bouncy castle

Camping Les Marins

• Peaceful and family-friendly campsite at Lapeyrouse in the Auvergne
• Vélorail des Combrailles five mins’ drive; Château-Rocher half an hour
• Spacious grass pitches; heated swimming pool and fishing lake on site

Château-Camping La Grange Fort

• Well-placed to discover the Auvergne region
• Large castle and grounds converted into a campsite
• Lots of space and top-quality facilities available for guests

Camping du Viaduc

• Peaceful wooded site a few minutes' drive from Les Ancizes-Comps
• Half an hour's drive from Puy de Dôme and Vulcania theme park
• Restaurant open in summer for meals, snacks and theme evenings

Camping et Gîtes Les Tarteaux

Camping les Chelles

• Family-friendly site in the Livradois-Forez Regional Natural Park
• Hiking, cycling, skiing and nature spotting all easily accessible
• Pool, fishing pond, playground and summer snack bar

Camping Royat

• At the foot of the Puy de Dôme in the thermal town of Royat
• Within easy reach of the volcanoes and the Vulcania park
• Café/restaurant, cosy central lodge, free wifi and bike hire