10 campsites to discover in Aveyron, explore the region in adventure mode!

Are you tempted by a camping holiday in Aveyron? Are you looking for a family campsite with a swimming pool, with a friendly atmosphere and fun entertainment? Or do you prefer a top-of-the-range campsite, for a calm and relaxing holiday? Whatever your tastes, we have concocted a selection of 10 Aveyron campsites to satisfy all your desires.

Opening photo : © Millau Plage campiste and its superb swimming pool

1) Moulin de la Galinière campsite

Moulin de la Galinière campsite is a traditional campsite. Located in Boyne, in the town of Rivière-sur-Tarn, you pitch your tent by the river and all you have to do is let yourself be lulled by the song of the birds and the lapping of the water. You will spend a timeless, old-fashioned vacation there. However, modern comfort is still available.

•  The little extra : Nature and authentic holidays.

You stay in the heart of the Grands Causses Regional Natural Park and a stone's throw from Lozère and the Cévennes National Park. Beautiful walks are to be expected for walking enthusiasts.  

Photos © Camping le Moulin de la Galinière

2) Causses et Vallées Vacances 3* campsite

This charming village of chalets offers you REAL LIFE in Aveyron, in the heart of the Grand Causses National Park, with a breathtaking view over the Lavencou Valley and the Cirque du Larzac. Set in a 1-hectare natural area, 15 chalets and 5 bungalows (cabanes lodges ) offer comfort and serenity for a peaceful vacation in the Aveyron countryside. The heated swimming pool and paddling pool are ideal for young and old alike, before enjoying a game of pétanque or the playground. On site, a bread and pastry shop, a rotisserie, a snack bar and a store selling local produce delight the palate with delicious recipes. Numerous activities are available from the 3* Causses et Vallées Vacances campsite, including hiking, mountain biking and canoeing. With its gentle lifestyle and tranquil setting, you're sure to have a great vacation!

• Bonus: Theme evenings and meals featuring local specialities are organized in summer.
  

Gourmets can visit Roquefort-sur-Soulzon and stop off at Comptoir de Gabriel for tasty pure ewe's milk cheeses. To the north, the Gorges du Tarn promise a thrilling experience for nature lovers, with climbing, rafting and caving.

3) Camping le Katalpa

In Comprégnac, le Katalpa is a haven of peace in the heart of the Tarn valley. On the banks of the river, in a green and bucolic setting, calm and tranquility reign, offering you a unique getaway. The shaded pitches are ideal for tents, caravans or motorhomes, while the more or less transparent domes welcome you for an unusual experience. In high season, a bread and pastry delivery service ensures a delicious breakfast, and aperitif platters are available in the evenings, featuring fresh local produce. Free canoes with Katalpa Canoë are available for paddling the river, followed by a swim from the private beach.

• Bonus: Evening concerts and shows in summer.
  

If you're keen on sightseeing, discover Millau and the Millau Viaduct Museum just 12 km away, or the village of Peyre-Comprégnac less than 10 minutes from the campsite.

4) le Pont campsite

In Rivière-sur-Tarn, at the entrance to the Gorges du Tarn, le Pont campsite is located on the border between Aveyron and Lozère. It is the ideal base for visiting both regions. Whether in a mobile home, in an equipped tent, in a caravan, camper van or tent, the campsite welcomes you in a natural setting, by the water. Between the heated swimming pool and the banks of the Tarn, relaxation and swimming are waiting for you.

• The little extra : Access to the Gorges du Tarn.

From the campsite, you can rent a canoe to admire the splendid Gorges du Tarn. For lovers of old stones, rather visit the castle Peyrelade the ^12th century and to see ancient stones, stroll around the City of Stones of Montpellier-le-Vieux, a magical ride. You will be amazed at the creations of nature!

Pictures © le Pont campsite

5) deux rivières campsite

5 minutes from downtown Millau, Deux Rivières campsite allows you to enjoy the advantages of the city, while being close to nature. It is also located next to the Millau bridge, between the rivers Tarn and Dourbie, which it borders. You can lounge on the private beach at the foot of the pretty Cureplat bridge, fish or swim.

• The little extra : The amenities of the historic city center of Millau.

The beautiful village of Peyre sits against the cliff. Its troglodyte houses give it its originality. Its view of the Viaduct will delight photographers. In the same town, in Comprégnac, for gourmets, there is the Maison de la Truffe. To find out more, here is our article on Truffle du Quercy.

Pictures © Deux Rivières campsite

6) The Gazonne chalets

In Sauveterre-de-Rouergue, the Gazonne chalets are authentic wooden chalets in the heart of a forest. Within the campsite, nature and outdoor sports are in the spotlight. Hiking trails allow you to explore the region on foot or by bike. The Lézert river is classified as category 1 for fishing. You can also try disc golf...

• The little extra : Its location in a Natura 2000 classified area.

Sauveterre-de-Rouergue is an atypical country house, built on a rectangular and English plan in addition! The Ségala de Pradinas Animal Park (fr) presents its carnivores, raptors, exotic and original species...

Pictures © the Gazonne chalets

7) Millau plage campsite

Millau Plage campsite welcomes you in a wooded park. Some of its trees are hundred years old and bring a lot of charm to the place. If it borders the Tarn, with direct access to the river, it is only 3 km from the city. The campsite has different accommodations according to your comfort needs : mobile home, equipped tent, lodge tent or luxury lodge! The facilities are up to its 4 stars: a swimming pool and paddling pool for the little ones, a multisports ground, play areas for children and adults: pétanque grounds and ping-pong tables, a children's club and animations...

• The little extra : A good range of accommodation.

20 minutes north of Millau, in Saint-Léons, you enter an unknown and extraordinary universe in Micropolis, the city of insects. A little further north, Conques conceals a real treasure! It is one of the five medieval goldsmith treasures in Europe and the only one in France. The Sainte-Foy abbey is also a remarkable one. To make sure you don't miss anything, a guided tour is offered by the tourist office.

Pictures © Millau Plage campsite

8) Étoiles Campsite

In Najac, the Étoiles campsite has an interesting geographical location. If it is well located in Aveyron, it is also at the limit of two other departments : Tarn and Tarn-et-Garonne. You can therefore visit three departments from this location. It is above all an intimate campsite. You will spend moments of conviviality by the pool, during lively evenings and especially in front of a good movie!

• The little extra : Its outdoor cinema festival in July.

In Aveyron, Najac is a hilltop village that has the distinction of having a single street, along the cliff. If you fancy a more sporty outing, go on an adventure on the Roc de Gorb via ferrata (fr).

In the Tarn, Laguépie is at the confluence of the Aveyron and the Viaur, but it is also THE village of chestnuts.

In Tarn-et-Garonne, we advise you to see Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val, a village of arts and crafts, where nature and its fruits are in the spotlight.

Pictures © Étoiles campsite

9) La Mouline campsite

In Fondamente, in Mouline campsite, you will feel like in a cocoon. This small campsite with six pitches, a gîte and a mobile home, offers its visitors a family and friendly environment. On the Sorgues, you can fish and enjoy the freshness of the river. You can also swim in the secure swimming pool, before dining at the summer snack bar, which serves local specialities and refreshing drinks.

• The little extra : An intimate campsite, surrounded by nature.

The Templar cities of La Cavalerie, La Couvertoirade and Sainte-Eulalie-de-Cernon are three important commanderies. You will contemplate their beautiful architectural heritage, typical of the Templar domains, and you will have the opportunity to better understand the history and the mission of the Templars.

Pictures © Mouline campsite

10) Batut campsite

In the town of Saint-Iziaire, Batut campsite is the perfect place for lovers of rustic camping. Real campers will be able to pitch their tent on shady ground, near water and in a green environment. Comfortable furnished tents are also available for 2 to 4 people.

• The little extra : A waterside campsite for caravans, vans and motorhomes.

Brousse-le-Château is a medieval village, with a castle and Romanesque bridge. To finish on a gourmet note, not far away, in Roquefort-sur-Soulzon, take the Aveyron cheese route !

Pictures © Batut campsite

You are now well prepared to choose your campsite for your next vacation in Aveyron! Book now for a nature, family stay, near the most beautiful villages of Aveyron, without forgetting its gastronomic riches...

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