2 stars and above: Lodges and log cabins in Puy-de-Dôme

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

Domaine du Balbuzard

• Scenic family site with fishing lake, 10 minutes' drive from Giat
• A 45-minute drive from the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Natural Park
• Boat hire; summer kids' fishing camps; bar-restaurant and sauna

Camping Le Pré des Laveuses

• In the heart of the beautiful Auvergne region
• Sits near a chain of volcanoes
• Next to a river and an artificial lake

Camping L'Emeraude du Lac

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 Les 3 Chênes

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

Camping La Ribeyre

• In the medieval village of Murol with its own private lake
• Swim in the lake, indoor pool or outdoor waterpark
• Canoe and bike hire, snack bar, bar, beach and massages

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 de Jollère

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

Saviloisirs

• Family-friendly site a 15-minute drive from Ambert, in the Auvergne
• Cunlhat 15 minutes’ drive; Clermont-Ferrand one hour and 10 minutes
• Wellness corner with Jacuzzi and hammam; play area and games room

Village Vacances Les Demeures du Lac

• Scenic lakeside site in the Livradois-Forez Regional Natural Park
• On Saint-Rémy-sur-Durolle's outskirts, a 15-minute drive from Thiers
• Outdoor swimming pool, wifi, bar, restaurant and essentials shop

Domaine du Pont de la Dordogne

• Site located near La Bourboule, 840m above sea level
• Modern on-site facilities include a playground, a spa and jacuzzis
• Enjoy paragliding, hiking and cycling in the Auvergnat mountains

Camping Sauxillanges des Prairies D'Auvergne

• Spacious site on the banks of the Eau-Mère river
• Between the Auvergne Volcanoes and Livradois-Forez natural parks
• 3km from the Bois de Bord forest and close to Usson and Issoire