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32 campsites in France, Provence for Hautes-Alpes
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This former municipal site is a recent addition to the Huttopia group of campsites and is located close to the pretty village of Vallouise, deep in the Hautes-Alpes. The site extends over 6.5 hectares and enjoys some magnificent views of the surrounding mountain scenery. There are 134 touring pitches here, bordered by two glacier streams. Most have 10A electricity. Several fully equipped safari-style tents and chalets are available to rent.
At a height of 800 metres, this attractive municipal site looks fresh and well kept. Located in a beautiful mountainous region, it is run under contract by a very welcoming young couple who are fully responsible for the day-to-day running of the site. There are 190 grassy pitches, separated by trees that give welcome shade, with 180 for touring; all have 4-10A electricity. The excellent, clean facilities are immaculately kept. Although there are few amenities on site, most can be found in the town, only ten minutes’ walk away. The Monday market is well worth a visit. English and Dutch are spoken.
Camping le Parc des Sérigons is situated in the heart of the Hautes-Alpes, in La Roche-des-Arnauds. This campsite offers an exceptional natural setting, perfect for family or friends' holidays, exploring what the region offers. The campsite extends over 15 hectares within a peaceful nature reserve and has 130 touring pitches, of which 10Amp electric hook-up points are available.
Neffes is a little alpine village on the Route des Villages Perchés, close to Gap, the capital of the Hautes-Alpes and, at 750 metres above sea level, France’s highest préfecture. The campsite is in a good location if you are looking for a convenient overnight stop near Gap or for touring the local region. Pitches were of a good size, flat and level and had tree shade; all had E.H.U. they were not well tended, and I was the only visitor on the night I stayed.
Camping KOAWA Les Noyers is Just a 10-minute drive from the renowned rock walls of Orpierre, a climber's paradise. Hiking, mountain biking, and exploring the charming town of Sisteron, known for its impressive citadel, are all within easy reach. The well-maintained D30 road leads you past vibrant fruit fields, and a clear campsite sign will guide you to the entrance. Upon arrival, you'll be warmly welcomed by the friendly management team, who will show you to your pitch. Shared with Camping, Les Princes d'Orange Les Noyers occupies the northern side, offering a variety of pitches with stunning mountain views. On-site, there are 40 touring pitches, of which 10 amp electric hook-up points are available.
Les Pins enjoys a natural, peaceful setting amongst tall pine trees, with views of the surrounding mountains. The 100 grass/gravel pitches (85 for touring) enjoy good shade, and all have electricity connections (6/10A). Rock pegs are advised.
The Sites & Paysages Le Petit Liou campsite is on the edge of the Écrins National Park. The campsite has spacious flat pitches with views of the surrounding Hautes- Alpes.
Camping Hautes-Alpes is situated in the heart of the Hautes- Alpes, 300m from the centre of the village of Ancelle. Ideally located for family and sporting enthusiasts as the site is located in a mid mountain setting 30 minutes from Serre-Pocon lake. A paradise for outdoor activities as you can find over 126km of marked hiking and cycling trails straight from the site. In the summer you can also book paragliding, horse-riding and canyoning from the reception. After a long day exploring the surrounding area you can relax at the sites heated swimming pool. There is no evening entertainment, however the site organises nature walks and children's outings as well as a themed evening meal once a week and bingo. There are many ski lifts and trails within the vicinity. The site has 100 pitches and 28 Bungalows, Chalets, Mobile homes and Tents
Camping De l'Iscle de Prelles is located in a picturesque wooded setting in southern France along the banks of the Durance River. Surrounded by mountain vistas, this charming campsite provides easy access to Prelles and the vibrant city of Briançon. Open from mid-December to late September, this campsite welcomes visitors throughout the year. Enjoy winter sports at the nearby Serre Chevalier ski area or bask in the summer sun while exploring the region's natural beauty. Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by the friendly owners, Olivier and Karine, who have managed this campsite since 2021. Their hospitality and dedication ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay. On-site, there are 80 touring pitches, of which 10 amp electric hook-up points are available. The campsite's natural layout offers a variety of pitch sizes to suit your needs.
Alpes Dauphiné is situated at an altitude of 800 m. on a south-facing slope in the Hautes-Alpes, close to the interesting regional centre of Gap. The site is a popular overnight stop for motorcyclists travelling the French Alps. This is a pretty site extending over six acres, attractively covered by alpine flowers and trees, and with some fine views over the surrounding mountains. The 150 pitches (100 sq.m) are all well shaded and all have electricity connections. The site restaurant, close to the entrance, specialises in traditional cuisine and local specialities. These can also be enjoyed on the restaurant’s flower bedecked terrace. Takeaway food (including pizzas) is also prepared in the restaurant’s kitchen.
Camping Les Hauts de Rosans is located on the border between the Southern Alps and the Drôme Provençale. Ideally located in the middle of the mountains, at an altitude of 700 metres, the campsite offers a panoramic view of the surrounding countryside. If you can drag yourself away from the views from the campsite swimming pool, camping at Les Hauts de Rosans does have other facilities available for guests. A sports field and playground for kids to let off steam, and there’s a games room/library where you can find a pool table and table football. An entertainment programme is held during high season, offering archery, pétanque tournaments and crafts workshops.
This attractive, terraced site, set on a hillside above the village has been thoughtfully developed. The owner, speaks excellent English and the genuine, friendly welcome means many families return year upon year, bringing, in turn, new generations. Divided into five terraces, each with a dedicated toilet block, some of its 100 generously sized pitches (68 for touring) enjoy the pleasant shade from trees and have electricity connections (10A). In high season, one terrace is reserved as a one-star camping area for young people. Orpierre has an enchanting maze of medieval streets and houses, almost like a trip back through the centuries.
Huttopia la Clarée is a simple, quiet and remote campsite in a magnificent setting in the beautiful valley of la Clarée, high in the Hautes-Alpes. It only has a short season due to its altitude and even summer nights can be cold here. It is just 7 km. from the historic, fortified city of Briançon, only 10 km. from the Italian border. There are 201 large pitches with
Le Courounba is a member of the Campéole group, located at the entrance to the magnificent Parc National des Ecrins. Pitches are shady and spacious, dispersed around 12 hectares of woodland. Many of the 160 touring pitches have superb views of the surrounding mountain scenery. Ninety mobile homes for rent (including specially adapted units with accessible facilities). There is also a new ecological swimming pool with water slides and watergames and other on-site amenities include two tennis courts and a volleyball pitch. Most facilities are free of charge (including tennis). Adjacent to the site is a friendly bar/restaurant and a small, basic shop during high season only.
Les Rives du Lac lies within the Buech region of the Hautes-Alpes department, close to the small resort town of Veynes. This is a good base for outdoor activities, such as hiking, riding, paragliding, mountain biking, rock climbing or potholing. The site is located on the banks of the 5.5 ha. lake, Les Iscles, which offers good opportunities for various water based activities (swimming, pedaloes, fishing.) The lake is shallow and lifeguards are on duty during July and August. Campsite amenities include a convivial bar/restaurant, which is used for entertainment in peak season. There are 109 semi-shaded touring pitches here, all of which have electrical connections (10A). Fifteen Alpine chalets and mobile homes are also available to rent.
Camping le Diamant is located in Saint-Jean-Saint-Nicolas in the Hautes-Alpes, in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, a popular destination in France thanks to its high levels of sunshine, the diversity of its landscapes and its cultural heritage. It is located by the river le Drac, 20 km from Gap, at the gates of the Ecrins National Parkin the heart of the Champsaur valley, at an altitude of 1100m.
This small, unsophisticated, rural site is run by a very friendly family, and lies in the beautiful Drac Noir valley in the Parc National d’Ecrins. Level, grassy pitches are set in wooded glades with views of the surrounding mountains but with good shade. The 50 pitches all have access to electricity (2-16A) but very long leads may be necessary. Although the roads to the site offer no problems, the trees and narrow roads around the site make access to some pitches difficult for large outfits. The family pets, a donkey, pony and goat, share the woodland with campers.
An attractive, well kept site surrounded by mountains and scenes of pastoral beauty, the owners have developed le Solaire to offer a wide range of facilities including a large jacuzzi heated to 30°C. The swimming pools for adults and youngsters are supervised by a lifeguard, who also gives swimming lessons. The owners are particularly proud of their grasslands and of the 167 large pitches. There are 73 for touring in a separate area, many with good shade and all having 6A electricity with water close by. You can use the site’s website to view and select your pitch. The site is well placed to explore the town of Gap and the surrounding countryside.
At an altitude of 800 metres in the foothills of the Alps, Domaine des 2 Soleils could scarcely be in a more rural location. From the outskirts of the attractive town of Serres, it is reached along a winding country lane which climbs through pine woods. The lower part of the site has chalets and mobile homes for rent and looks out across fields and farmhouses. Sixty touring pitches with 6A electrical connections, are attractively located on sloping ground among a variety of trees and bushes, with the pool and leisure complex beyond. Forested hills form an impressive backdrop.
Camping de la Meije has a superb setting surrounded by majestic mountains. It is an ideal site for couples and families who are looking for either a relaxing holiday or an action packed one. Set at an altitude of 1,460 m. in the magnificent Parc des Ecrins in the Haut-Alpes, it can get chilly in the evenings. It is only 50 m. from the village of La Grave with its shops, bars and restaurants. There are 50 large, grass pitches, all with 6A electricity and on level ground. Separated by shrubs and trees that give some shade, most have magnificent views of the imposing, snow-capped la Meije. This is a wonderful area for those keen on skiing, hiking and mountain biking.
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Provence
This is a corner of France that evokes dreamy images of lazy afternoons amongst sleepy village squares, sunny vineyards and beautiful lavender fields basking under the dazzling blue of the sky.
Provence is a region of magical light, bleached landscapes, olive groves, herb-scented garrigue, vineyards and Roman and medieval antiquities. Its unique character has, for years, encouraged artists and writers to settle amid the sleepy villages with their narrow streets and sun-baked terracotta tiles.
Whether you're motoring along twisting turning mountain roads, with epic views at every bend, or strolling through bustling markets, popping with colour and heady aromas, Provence never fails to deliver; few places in France are this beguiling or this sensuous. The warm sunshine, the exquisite food, the rich heady wines and all around the fragrance from a thousand plants and wild herbs that drift on the warm scented air.
Landscapes of Provence
Let's leave out the Côte d'Azur and Riviera for now. It tends to hog the limelight and Provence has so much magic of its own to shout about.
Trundling around the quieter roads of Provence is one of life's pleasures. When you're on holiday it becomes an even greater treat, and people have been doing this for centuries; always seduced by the intoxicating scenery. Artists like Renoir, Cézanne, Chagall and Picasso all produced some of their greatest work here, inspired by the brilliant, but soft, light.
All the ingredients that make up an endlessly rewarding landscape are found here: the astonishingly vibrant lavender fields, peaceful groves of ancient, twisted olive trees, vast azure lakes peppered with windsurfers and bordered by picnicking families, craggy hills clad in the maquis scrub and leading up to snow-capped peaks in the high Alps.
The river valleys provide natural routes, weaving through the mountains. The Hautes-Alpes reward you with stunning vistas and some much-needed peace and quiet. Not to mention lay-bys and viewing points crammed with tourists looking for that elusive perfect Instagram pic.
In late spring the southern slopes of the Montagne du Luberon are a mass of colour with wildflowers, while Briançon, Europe's highest town, perches on a high plateau and challenges visitors to brave the high passes around it. To the south-west, the extinct volcanic cone of Mont Ventoux is a windswept peak that provides dramatic views of the surrounding countryside.
Roman Provence
For the Romans Provence was a key piece of their Empire jigsaw. They invested heavily in stunning architecture, fortifications designed to intimidate those on the outside while impressing and seducing those on the inside. The tools of empire, from the provision of clean water to the structure of law and the entertainment of arenas and theatres. Provence is scattered with Roman remnants, with Arles, Orange, Bonnieux, St Remy de Provence and Vaison-la-Romaine being just a few outstanding gems.
Campsites in Provence
There's a wide range of campsites in Provence. Depending on your tastes you'll find large, well-equipped campsites offering loads of activities and on-site facilities like restaurants and shops, as well as abundant excursions. Other campsites are smaller, family-run and more personal.
Whichever campsite you choose you'll find fellow campers who have come for a variety of reasons: the superb outdoor activities like hiking, cycling and climbing, perhaps water sports enthusiasts who come for windsurfing or kayaking, and others who are in search of fascinating and ancient culture. Everyone seems to enjoy the sublime gastronomy!
If you're towing a large caravan or driving a particularly long motor caravan or RV, it's worth checking the access to some campsites in the mountains. Gradients can be challenging in some spots. And the ground can be hard and rocky - if camping in a tent it's worth having a supply of rock pegs just in case.
Regardless of where you are staying, if staying in high season it's advisable to request a pitch with shade (perhaps from a mature tree) as midday temperatures can soar. Of course, the UV rays are just as powerful, if not more so, at high altitudes so don't be complacent about the pleasant breeze and cool nights.
7 hotspots of Provence
Gorges du Verdon
Known as the 'Grand Canyon of Europe', these canyons and gorges are a spectacular location for white water rafting, kayaking and boating. The turquoise glacial water is mesmeric and the drive along the southern edge is sensational with plenty of lay-bys and viewing points for amazing views.
Avignon
With impressive 14th century architecture still dominating the town today, Avignon was once the home of the popes. The Palais des Papes is a massive Gothic building, immensely popular with tourists and a stunning setting for art exhibitions.
Orange
Just north of Avignon, Orange boasts a Roman theatre, believed to be the best preserved in the world and still hosting performances today. The centre is an appealing place to wander with medieval streets, fountains and courtyards.
Aix-en-Provence
An artist's haven, Aix is sometimes called the Florence of Provence for its artistic connections (notably with Cézanne) and little art shops, galleries and exhibitions.
The Camargue
This sprawling region of wetland is famous for its unique character, rich wildlife and sometimes melancholic feel. The white horses, black bulls and pink flamingos are part of the traditional landscape, along with all manner of birdlife making its home along the labyrinth of canals and waterways. Arles is the gateway to the Camargue, charmingly characterful with an amphitheatre and jauntily painted houses that once were an inspiration for Van Gogh who spent time here.
Mont Ventoux
Famous as one of the most gruelling legs of the Tour de France. If you can make it to the summit you'll be rewarded with fantastic views.
The Luberon
This is the lavender-cloaked region that features on tourist board posters, complete with little picturesque villages like Bonnieux and Gordes that perch on the edge of the Luberon foothills. Here you'll find the sometimes disconcerting silence of the empty squares baking in the summer heat, with cafés tucked away on the side streets offering shade and cool drinks.
Provençal cuisine
Food features prominently in Provence, where it is dominated by the holy quartet of the Mediterranean kitchen: olive oil, wine, tomatoes and garlic. Something as straightforward as a homemade tapenade or a bowl of soupe au pistou can be a holiday highlight while visiting local artisans and food producers - maybe tasting a local farm's olive oil - can be a fascinating foody experience. Heading east to the Italian border, you'll find a leaning towards Italian cuisine, certainly with pizzas, while further south, the coastal influence takes over with amazing fish dishes and classic Mediterranean bouillabaisse.