Barren yet beautiful, sparsely populated but abundant in personality, the warm embrace of the Auvergne will touch the spirit of even the most experienced traveller.
Camping Holiday In Auvergne - Alan Rogers
16 campsites in France, Auvergne for Cantal
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Its fine location overlooking a large man-made lake (Bort les Orgues) makes this site a good choice for waters-based activities. The 10 ha. site is steeply terraced and spacious (not ideal for those with walking difficulties). Of the 220 slightly sloping, medium sized, grassy pitches, 172 are available for camping with 140 having access to electricity (10A long leads required). Tall, mainly coniferous hedges and a variety of trees give good shade, with some having views over the lake. A chalet village, separate but part of the site, has attrative wooden cabins to rent. This is a good value for money site.
Between pastures, forests and volcanoes, Camping du Viaduc is situated beside lake Saint Etienne Cantalès (alt. 520 m) which is popular with anglers and used by various pleasure craft. This friendly, family campsite is quiet and offers 45 pitches for touring set amongst mature trees. Most have 10A electricity connections. Pitches have been arranged on a peninsula and some enjoy fine views over the lake where fishing is an option but swimming is not allowed; the site has a modern pool for this activity. Eight mobile homes and a log cabin are available to rent. Large units may find access difficult due to the narrow and winding roads to the site. Twin axle caravans are not accepted.
Camping Les Rives du Lac offers a serene escape just 100 meters from the tranquil shores of Lake Espinet. This 600-hectare lake, located in Saint-Gérons, provides a stunning backdrop for your outdoor adventures. Relax and unwind on the campsite's four shaded hectares with 42 touring itches available with 10-amp electric hook-up points available.
This is a very steeply terraced, family run site situated in the heart of the Gorges de la Truyère. Of the 116 pitches, only 8 are for touring. The highest pitches have no electricity and are only suitable for tents. The lower pitches have 15A electricity and some have a sink, draining and a barbecue. All have stunning views. The pitches are of average size and separated by tall conifers offering good shade. The site roads are very steep and have sharp bends, so access may be difficult for large units. Many pitches are some distance from the toilet blocks and access may involve climbing a large number of steep steps.
Are you looking for a getaway off the beaten path? Located in the charming village of Saint-Just, Cantal, Camping Saint Just offers a peaceful holiday amid picturesque scenery. The campsite's landscaped grounds feature 48 neatly arranged touring pitches with 10Amp electric hookup points available, each providing privacy with hedges and trees. Enjoy stunning views of the surrounding forested hills while relaxing by the meandering stream.
In Auvergne, on the border of Cantal and Lot, Camping Domaine La Plage du Garoustel is ideally located on Lake Saint Etienne-Cantalès, one of the most beautiful artificial lakes in France.
This is a small, peaceful and rustic site run by an enthusiastic French family, situated in a secluded wooded valley between the Cantal and the River Lot. The wide variety of trees and shrubs offer varying amounts of shade and privacy. The 50 grassy, slightly sloping, terraced pitches (39 for touring) are naturally set out on the hillside.
Le Val Saint-Jean is set beside a lake in the heart of the department of Cantal. The campsite has 92 generously sized, slightly sloping, touring pitches (with 10A electricity), many with good views. They are arranged in small groups separated by shrubs and small trees, giving open spaces for children to play. The site is organised to give some privacy and you are never far from a sanitary block. Most of the activities are situated by the lake where you can use all the facilities of the leisure club (high season) including cycling, canoeing, kayaking and pedaloes. This less well-known region is well worth exploring and the local gastronomy can be experienced in the village of Mauriac with its attractive architecture typical of the area. The campsite, on the outskirts of the 2,000-year-old village of Mauriac, has recently returned to municipal ownership and benefits from the use of the adjacent swimming pool complex.
Camping La Bedisse is located at 800 meters above sea level in the town of Thiézac in the Regional Natural Park of the Volcanoes of Auvergne, 25 minutes from Aurillac and 10 minutes from the Super Lioran Station. Site staff will welcome you for a relaxing stay on the banks of the river Cère. The site consists of two parts located on either side of the river, each with its own toilet block, one of which is accessible to people with reduced mobility. The reception has various documentation on visits and hikes in the region. This is an ideal geographical location for lovers of hiking or horseback riding, walks, cycling, mountain biking enduro or downhill, fishing, fauna, flora, geology or heritage. The village of Thiézac offers a wide choice of shops and services with a mini market, bar-newsagent, pizzeria, two restaurants, petrol station, doctor, pharmacy, tourist office and a post office. There are 72 grass touring pitches with 10amp electric hook-up point as well as chalets, tent lodges, tents on stilts and tipis available to hire.
The campsite La Pommeraie is just 1500m from the town of Vic-sur-Cère, situated in the heart of the famous Auvergne Natural Volcano Park. The campsite is ideal for families, peaceful with plenty of shade and offering 100 pitches, 50 with 10A hook ups and mobile homes over an area of 3.1 hectares. Sitting at an altitude of 700 metres there is an exceptional panoramic view over the beautiful Cère valley.
Situated on the banks of the river Maronne, le Moulin du Teinturier is close to the village of Saint Martin-Valmeroux. A footbridge provides access to the village with its various sports amenities and swimming pool (free to campers). Reception is located in an old barn which also houses some of the site’s facilities. There are 80 shady (70-100 sq.m) grassy, pitches with 6A electricity, including eight hardstanding for motorhomes. The site is an ideal starting point for hikes and there are many excellent cycle routes in the area. There are 20 chalets for hire.
La Presqu’île du Puech des Ouilhes is a small, family site located on a peninsula within the large Saint Etienne Cantales lake. There are 76 pitches set amongst mature trees, of which 68 have electrical connections. There are 21 chalets/simple camping huts (without bathrooms) available to rent. On-site amenities include a heated swimming pool (with attractive sun terrace) and adjacent paddling pool. A number of activities are focused on the lake, including canoeing, windsurfing and fishing. Other activities include archery and themed meals once a week in high season. This is excellent walking country with a number of long distance footpaths passing close to the site.
This is a chalet park, located at the heart of the Volcans d’Auvergne national park. Please note that there are no touring pitches here. The park offers three different kinds of fully equipped chalet, all made of wood, and with large covered terraces. One is adapted for use by visitors with disabilities. The site is located in a clearing with a stream running through the middle. This is excellent walking country with 16 waymarked trails running close to the park. One trail, La Balade du Marchal starts from the park. The park managers will be very pleased to recommend routes, as well as offering advice on the best restaurants and sights.
With views across the Auvergne countryside, this pleasant site on the edge of a small traditional French village is a comfortable and convenient break in your journey when using the A75 motorway. The interesting village has a bar and a small restaurant serving inexpensive meals. There are 90 touring pitches, all with electricity (6A), 20 also have water and drainage. Some are level with views over the village, some on the hilltop among trees and others on sloping, grassy land with panoramic views of the Monts du Cantal and the distant volcanic mountains.
This is a tranquil, rural site located on the banks of the Lot river. There are just 50 pitches, of which four are used for chalets. Most have electricity, although some require long leads. Many have shade and some are separated by hedges. Very large units may have difficulties reaching a few pitches. Fishing from the river bank on the site is possible, as is swimming. The site also has a small, unheated swimming pool. Many interesting walks are possible in the surrounding hills. A well equipped, basic site for a taste of the real countryside, popular with Dutch visitors.
A tranquil and very rural site located on the banks of the lac d’Enchanet. There are just 30 pitches, four of which have mobile homes for hire. All pitches have electricity (4/6/10A) and some require long leads. Many have shade and some are separated by young hedges. Fishing from the banks by the site is possible, as is swimming. Large units are advised to telephone in advance for suitable pitches. There are many interesting walks in the surrounding hills and along the disused railway track. This is a well equipped but basic site aimed at those wishing to get away from the fast pace of city life. The main facilities are at the top of a steep site road, away from the pitches, and may prove difficult for those with limited mobility.
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Auvergne
Set in the heart of the Massif-Central, the Auvergne was formed by a series of volcanic eruptions and is a dramatic region of awe-inspiring, non-active volcanoes, lakes, sparkling rivers, green valleys and forests.
The Auvergne is a wonderful destination for nature lovers, for those who enjoy active outdoor pursuits or for people who would like to relax at a spa resort. The ‘Parc Naturel Régional des Volcans d’Auvergne’ – the Auvergne Volcano Park – is the largest national park in France and is a protected environment filled with exceptional flora and fauna. The mountains provide three classified downhill ski resorts and excellent cross-country skiing. A very wide range of outdoor activities is available.
The ancient volcanoes have also provided ten thermal spa areas, five of which are among the leading thermal resorts in France. For the history buff, the region offers beautiful Romanesque churches, medieval castles, ruined fortresses, and stiff black sculptures of the Madonna and Child for those interested in sightseeing. Visit Vulcania, the European Volcano Park, where adults and children can learn about the fascinating science of volcanoes. The area was once fairly isolated and inward-looking, but access is now much improved, and roads are well-engineered, so the region is now realising its potential as a holiday area.
PLACES OF INTEREST
Places of interest
Aurillac: Old town; wax museum; archaeology museum.
Clermont-Ferrand: Old city centre; 11th- 12th-century Notre Dame du Port Basilica; 13th-century cathedral; known as ‘ville noire’ for its houses built in local black volcanic rock.
Le Mont-Dore: Spa; winter sports; panoramic view.
Le Puy en Velay: Old city with cathedral and chapel in a dramatic volcanic landscape.
Puy-de-Dôme: Gallo-Roman site; television tower and observatory.
Vichy: Spa buildings; opera house; riverside gardens.
Vulcania: 15 km. from Clermont-Ferrand. A scientific exploration park, designed for children and adults who want to discover and understand the fascinating world of volcanoes and the earth sciences.
CUISINE OF THE REGION
Cuisine of the region
Local specialities include ham and andouille sausages, stuffed cabbage and bacon with lentil and cèpes (mushrooms). Le Puy is famed for its lentils and Vereine du Velay – yellow and green liqueurs made from over 30 mountain plants.
Aligot: Purée of potatoes with Tomme de Cantal cheese, cream, garlic and butter.
Perdrix à l’Auvergnate: Partridge stewed in white wine.
Potée Auvergnate: A stew of vegetables, cabbage, pork and sausage.