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With 138 campsites listed, Ardèche is by far the best-equipped department in the region, and rivers dominate overwhelmingly: 134 establishments line a watercourse, against only three on a lakeside and one on a pondside. This overwhelming majority is explained by the department's geography, crisscrossed by the Ardèche itself, the Chassezac, the Eyrieux and numerous tributaries with crystal-clear waters.
The Ardèche gorges, with their limestone cliffs and the famous Pont d'Arc, concentrate a large part of the offering, particularly suited to canoeing-kayaking. Further north, rivers descending from the Massif central, cooler and more enclosed, attract clientele seeking swimming in moving water and aquatic hiking.
This department alone embodies the image of riverside camping in France, with an offering that covers all equipment levels, from simple family camping to a high-end establishment perched above the water.
The Ardèche gorges, classified as a nature reserve, form the department's most emblematic site, with the Pont d'Arc, a natural arch carved by the river, and Chauvet cave, famous for its rock paintings among the oldest known in the world. Canoeing-kayaking through the gorges is one of the most popular activities in the region.
To the north, the Boutières and Mézenc massif offer a more mountainous appearance, with hilltop villages like Vogüé or Balazuc, renowned for their picturesque setting on the Ardèche. The numerous caves and avens of the limestone plateau, such as the aven d'Orgnac, complete the underground visit of the department.
Between Provençal cuisine, chestnut forests and villages of character, Ardèche combines preserved nature and remarkable built heritage.
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| Campsite | Rating | by the river | From | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camping Merle Roux | — | ✓ | 250€/sem. | — |
| Camping Plantas | 4 ★ | ✓ | 250€/sem. | 4.0/5 |
