Camping in the Gironde

Mobile home rental in the Gironde  

Our holiday villages have everything you need for a comfortable and practical camping experience during your family holiday! Book a modern, well-equipped mobile home rental that can cater for up to 10 people. The perfect solution for a relaxing holiday in a warm and welcoming setting. What's more, when you decide to rent a Yelloh! Village mobile home in the Gironde, you will also have access to convenient services such as beds made on arrival, end-of-stay cleaning. Everything is done to ensure you the easiest holiday possible!  

Choose from a variety of shady pitches for a more authentic holiday experience and wake up to the sound of birdsong in your caravan, tent, or campervan. Bonus: some may be equipped with private sanitary facilities. There's no better way to combine comfort and the joys of life in the great outdoors!  

Need to cool off? After you've unpacked, go out and have fun with the kids and take advantage of your campsite's facilities. Covered and/or heated swimming pools, waterslides, water parks. paddling pools... Plenty for a perfect end to the day!  

Did you know? 

While on your camping trip in the Gironde, you will have the chance to explore the entrance to the Arcachon Bay and climb the Dune du Pilat, the highest dune in Europe! Currently, the mountain of sand rises to a height of 103.6 meters.   

What to do on a camping holiday in the Gironde? 

Are you looking for a holiday centred around exploration, adventure and delicious cuisine? Consider a stay in Nouvelle-Aquitaine! The Gironde region, situated between land and sea, offers a plethora of activities for you to enjoy and discover. Make the most of your stay at one of our campsites in south-west France to explore the natural and cultural wonders of this department with its varied landscapes and exceptional biodiversity. 

And if you not only appreciate stunning views but also exquisite wine, you will feel right at home! Indeed, the Gironde is famous for its vineyards that produce a wine that is known to all: Bordeaux. In addition to sampling the local wine, you have the option to explore the region's diverse vineyards to uncover the mysteries of local wine production. This wine adventure can be pursued by visiting Bordeaux's renowned Cité du Vin for an immersive and multi-sensorial experience.  

Interested in hiking? The Gironde boasts numerous natural parks with exceptional biodiversity and pristine landscapes. Follow the many scenic trails that wind through the Gironde's varied landscapes, or take a walk through the Landes Forest, the largest forest massif in Western Europe. Looking for even more variety? Spend a day in the Landes de Gascogne Regional Natural Park, a magnificent verdant haven spanning more than 315,000 hectares, filled with lakes, marshes and cycle paths.  

With plenty of sunshine all year round, it is important to stay cool! Near the campsite, spend a relaxing day on the expansive beaches of the Atlantic Ocean, or the shores of one of the many lakes, such as Hourtin-Carcans Lake, Lacanau Lake, Blasimon Lake, or Terres Blanches Lake. Try your hand at kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, or surfing, and make the most of a fun day out with family or friends on the Gironde coast! 

What about a treat after all the hard work? The time has come to savour the Gironde’s local cuisine with the promise of many delicious dishes! Sample the specialities of the region that will titillate your taste buds... Indulge in oysters from Arcachon Bay, cep mushrooms and cannelés cakes from Bordeaux, macaroons from Saint-Emilion, Bazas beef, fish from the Estuary... You're in for a culinary delight!  

What are the sightseeing attractions in the Gironde? 

• Saint-André cathedral  
• Place de la Bourse in Bordeaux 
• Château de Roquetaillade  
• Château de Guiraud 
• Château de Chambrun  
• Saint Emilion church 
• The Gironde Estuary 
• The Arcachon Bay 
• The Dune du Pilat  
• Médoc Fort 
• Cordouan lighthouse 
• Île aux Oiseaux in La Teste-de-Buch 
• Château de Vayres 

What activities are there to enjoy in the Gironde? 

• Visit the Cité du Vin in Bordeaux 
• Discover the Bassin d’Arcachon zoo 
• Observe the wildlife of Le Teich bird sanctuary 
• A walk in the Landes de Gascogne Regional Natural Park 
• Canoe down the Leyre 
• Blaye citadel 
• A walk in the Médoc Regional Natural Park 
• Enjoy a wide range of water sports on the Atlantic beaches 
• Hike along the many signposted trails, or do some mountain biking 

Which are the most beautiful beaches of the Gironde? 

• La Corniche beach in La-Teste-de-Buch 
• Sud beach in Lacanau 
• La Chambrette beach  
• Pin Sec beach in Naujac-sur-Mer 
• La Jenny beach in Le Porge 
• Euronat beach 
• L’Herbe beach in Lège-Cap-Ferret 

Which are the loveliest lakes in the Gironde? 

• Blasimon Lake  
• Hourtin-Carcans Lake 
• Terres blanches Lake  
• La Cadie Lake 
• Taste Lake 
• And Cazaux Lake 

What are the Gironde's culinary specialities?  

Ah the gastronomy of Bordeaux... A varied selection of delicious dishes guaranteed to lift your spirits:   

• Cannelés cakes from Bordeaux 
• Oysters from Arcachon Bay 
• Pauillac lamb 
• Macaroons from Saint-Émilion  
• Foie gras  
• Capon from Grignols  
• Bordeaux rib steak 
• Cep mushrooms  
• Asparagus from Blaye 
• Bazas beef 

Whatever you are passionate about, the Gironde will delight you with its diversity and beauty. Book your camping holiday now and prepare yourself to experience an unforgettable moment in the heart of this fascinating region.