Mas de Champel, camping by the Eyrieux river in the Ardèche
Treat yourself to a dream stay in the heart of the Ardèche countryside, on the Mas de Champel campsite. Rated 4 star and a member of the Flower Campings group, this establishment, situated in Ollières sur Eyrieux, runs alongside the Eyrieux river, one of main tributaries of the Rhône between Lyon and Avignon. On-site, make the most of a lovely swimming area and the comfort of the holiday rentals…
A 4 star campsite in Ollières sur Eyrieux
What could be more relaxing than a camping holiday in the Ardèche mountains, with as a backdrop exceptional countryside and the Eyrieux river to complete this scenery. This is what the Mas de Champel campsite offers with in particular glamping accommodation nestling in the trees, bivouac tents on stilts, luxury safari tents with private sanitary blocks and Premium holiday rentals with a large timber terrace, to make the most of the benefits of outdoor life.
This establishment has implemented a multitude of initiatives intended to protect the natural environment. Bird nesting boxes and feeders, as well as an insect hotel and beehive for solitary bees, have been scattered over the entire establishment. To encourage sustainable development and ecology, numerous devices have been put in: solar-powered lighting, LED bulbs, movement sensors in all the sanitary blocks, water-saving tap heads, droplet irrigation for plant-watering, etc.
In Ollières sur Eyrieux, the river is a leading tourist attraction. Several canoeing routes enable you to discover the valley by river, from the campsite or the surrounding area. You have a choice of routes, either a few hours or a full day. The private beach which overlooks the river is directly accessible from the campsite. Perfect for swimming, this is also an ideal spot for fishing!
Facilities designed for all the family
The water park on the Mas de Champel campsite is a genuine outdoor landscape. Imagine yourself swimming in the large pool with a view over the surrounding Ardèche forest. Isn’t it perfect? Open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., from May to September, the heated swimming pool has numerous sunbeds around it to extend these times of relaxation in the heart of nature. For the very young, the campsite has thought of everything as a heated paddling pool with a water slide and water jets is exclusively set aside for them.
This establishment regularly organizes theme evenings, during music nights offered on the restaurant’s panoramic terrace. On the menu: mussels and chips, paella, etc. For the rest of the week, come and enjoy the traditional restaurant menu including salads packed with Ardèche flavours, ravioli dishes, pizzas. For lunch on the go, plump for the snack menu. Every morning, crusty sweetbreads and buns and bread baked on-site are available at the bar. You’ll also find ice cream sundaes and cold drinks here throughout the entire day.
Children aged 6 to 12 can go to the mini club, during the summer season. The activity team offers them numerous creative and sports activities, such as team games, treasure hunts or play workshops. Moreover, many other activities are organized for all holidaymakers during the day by the activity leaders on the Mas de Champel campsite. These include karaoke, bingo, sports tournaments…A friendly atmosphere guaranteed!
Lastly, note that there is a multitude of leisure facilities on the campsite: ping-pong table, beach volleyball court, area for playing boules, etc, A children’s play area and trampoline complete these amenities.
The Ardèche, a land with a multitude of treasures
The Ardèche is a leading tourist destination in the south of France. This department is notably home to numerous authentic villages, including Ollières-sur-Eyrieux. To stock up on great things, wander through the aisles of the outdoor Tuesday morning market. Be sure to have a trip in a Rosalie buggy on the Dolce Via, an old railway line, completely laid out and secure. En route, you can visit a traditional pottery.
Chalençon is one of the area’s villages with the Plus Beaux Villages de France designation (promoting the tourist appeal of the village, which has a rich cultural heritage). Less than 15 kilometres from the campsite, this granite village is located on the Vernoux plateau. Built around the village church, the resulting maze of alleyways offers every walker amazing views over the Vercors massif, Alps and Mont Gerbier de Jonc volcanic mountain. Guided tours take place every Tuesday morning in the summer months.
Go back in time by visiting the Grotte Chauvet 2 cave. This replica of the eponymous cave is a must-see in the region. On a 29 hectare wooded site, blending the reconstructed cave and play zones, discover the secrets of Prehistory through immersive means. On the way back, stop at the Ray Pic waterfall. In the heart of the Monts d’Ardèche regional nature park, a trail cutting across the forest will lead you to the foot of the waterfall. You can contemplate this waterfall, more than 60 metres in height, from panoramic viewpoints at various heights...
