Les Lavandes

Fancy some water fun? At camping Les Lavandes in Dabres, the day often begins with a dip in the clear and cosy pool. The pool is spacious enough to swim a few lengths in peace and quiet, but also compact enough to keep a close eye on your children. Around the pool are comfortable sunbeds, where you can retire with a book or just enjoy the sun. For extra relaxation, seek out the hammock corner, tucked under the trees, where the wind gently rustles through the leaves and the laughter of playing children brings you a smile. For the little ones, it's really fun: they have their own shallow pool with slides, water sprayers and cheerful play equipment. Here they can splash around, slide and play safely. As if that's not enough, a babbling river flows just outside the campground, just a five-minute walk away. Bring the water shoes, roll up the pant legs and discover with the kids how far the stream will take you. The area is green, quiet and full of little surprises.  

The atmosphere is relaxed and everything is about having fun, with no strings attached. The little ones can have fun in a craft corner or playground close to the terrace, so you can easily keep an eye on them. Older children seek adventure: they climb in wooden huts, slide down high slides and swing down a fireman's pole. In between, there is plenty of room to play a game of table tennis, checkers or bocce ball together. And inside, a cosy game room awaits with air hockey, pool, board games and a bookcase full of international én Dutch books that you may trade or take home. Evenings, the campsite comes alive with entertaining activities such as karaoke, bingo or a paëlla party. It also stays lively outside the high season, with quizzes, games and treasure hunts. You choose what you like – nothing must, everything goes.

Get off the campsite and explore the Ardèche. Take a hike or bike ride past impressive gorges and breathtaking views. Visit the famous Chauvet caves, a UNESCO heritage site. Or descend into the Aven d’Orgnac and experience an underground world full of mystery. Stroll through Voguë, with its medieval castle tower and atmospheric streets, or visit local markets brimming with local delicacies and wines. For action, choose rock climbing routes, canoe adventures across the river or a via ferrata. In addition to barricade routes and canyoneering tours, challenging hiking and biking trails await you. Motorcyclists and cycling enthusiasts will find their perfect challenge here, with clear route maps available right at the campground. In need of relaxation? The thermal baths in Vals-les-Bains are a short distance away and invite you to wellness in natural surroundings. Evenings await a sparkling casino or a theatrical performance in Vals or Aubenas. Food lovers are treated to culinary gems in the area: authentic bistros with regional dishes surrounded by cosy village atmosphere.