Find your lakeside campsite in France

Camping St-Laurent-du-Verdon Ciela Village La Farigoulette bord de lac

Are you going on a family camping vacation and looking to beat the summer heat?
This is your chance to stay by a lake at one of our campsites in France! A true natural swimming area, it offers numerous benefits: freshwater swimming, the relaxing pleasures of a beautiful, 100% natural setting, and a variety of water activities.

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Reviews from our camping holidaymakers – Lakeside

Campsite Beau Rivage

Darren

7.9/10

Stay :
06/08/2026 to 09/08/2026
Emplacement camping

Single sex toilets and showers would be better. The main bit of feedback - too many golf buggies. Everyone whonworks at the campsite seemed to have a buggy. No one walked anywhere. Andnthey kept zipping around all day and night. Reduce the buggies. Also ban scooters. We saw a couple of near misses. They go way too fast. Otherwise a nice site
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Campsite Le Lac de Thoux

Samantha

7.7/10

Stay :
21/06/2026 to 29/06/2026
Emplacement camping

Great campsite, lovely staff, however when visitor numbers increased across Friday/Saturday/Sunday we experienced ongoing power cuts. Also during those busier days there was an increase in unacceptable behaviour in the pool/slides making it unsuitable to keep our smaller children there. Only 1 lifeguard who seemed to only respond to severely dangerous actions (so ignored the kid pulling his trunks down to go down the slides, or the older teens throwing themselves down the slides etc) Was a shame as rhe first half of our stay was faultless
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Campsite Le Lac Bleu

Carsten

8.8/10

Stay :
29/07/2026 to 05/08/2026
Locatif (mobile home, chalet, lodge)

The hot water in our mobilehome was very unstable. Most of the times we used cold water for showering as Well as doing the dishes. Otherwise, we enjoyed our stay. Fantastic service from the Young people at the restaurant.
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Campsite La Liez

Brigid

5.4/10

Stay :
05/09/2026 to 09/09/2026
Emplacement camping

Lovely site and location , lovely swimming pool area and views over the lake .the toilet block was very dated and smelt of drains , only 1 wash hand basin was available, overall the facilities were not 5 star
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Campsite La Farigoulette

James

10/10

Stay :
18/09/2026 to 21/09/2026
Locatif (mobile home, chalet, lodge)

le séjour était agréable
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Campsite Beau Rivage

Sonia

4/10

Stay :
09/09/2026 to 14/09/2026
Locatif (mobile home, chalet, lodge)

The mobile home are too close to one another leaving no privacy. We are constantly overlooked, the only option is to close all the curtains. We can hear everyone's conversations.
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Campsite Le Lac de Thoux

Valerie

0.9/10

Stay :
21/06/2026 to 23/06/2026
Emplacement camping

Scenery is lovely but the campsite is very tired looking. There was dog excrement laying around in several places and people urinating up trees instead of using the facilities. The restaurant was closed both days we were there but we were told we could buy snacks but the bar doesn't open till 4pm. The shop had no bread both days and no bottled water in 40° heat. Sun shades around the pool inadequate. In general the place needs a complete face lift.
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Campsite Le Lac Bleu

Barry

9/10

Stay :
23/07/2026 to 01/08/2026
Emplacement camping

No toilet paper for most of the stay, lake water quality was poor. Restaurant staff were excellent, food lovely and the pedalo hire was very fun. Basic maintenance is the pitch grounds to make them more flat would be appreciated.
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Campsite La Liez

Alison

7.8/10

Stay :
11/09/2026 to 15/09/2026
Emplacement camping

Generally pleased again. Improvements would be more showers and bar restaurant open on Monday evenings and maybe at lunchtimes.
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Campsite La Farigoulette

David

10/10

Stay :
15/09/2026 to 18/09/2026
Locatif (mobile home, chalet, lodge)

short stay but all good
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Everything you need to know for your camping holiday – Lakeside

Enjoy a vacation right on the water at a lakeside campsite

Our lakeside campsite also offers easy access to the beach. It’s the perfect spot to go swimming with the kids at any time of day and enjoy a wide variety of games before heading to the bar and restaurant at your campsite for dinner before nightfall. Access to a lake or river is also perfect for active campers with energy to spare. They can burn off that energy with water sports like canoeing or fishing, whether through a club or on their own. Does the idea of a pleasant stay by a lovely pond or river appeal to you? Now’s your chance to book your spot at one of our Ciela Village campsites and see for yourself!

The Most Beautiful Lakes in France!

During your stay at Ciela Village campsite, discover stunning lakes scattered throughout France—from the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, including the Drôme department, tothe Aveyron and the Gers in Occitanie. To do so, choose our lakeside campsite. In addition to a swim in the heated pool, your vacation itinerary will include exploring the azure-blue lakes of the Verdon between the Alps and Provence, such as Sainte-Croix, Esparron, Saint-Laurent-du-Verdon, and Castillon. Also head to the stunning lakes of the Verdon at the gateway to Provence, as well as Lake Sainte-Croix with its turquoise, crystal-clear waters. The latter is one of the most spectacular lakes in the South and is widely considered among the most beautiful in France. To come and discover them, check out our range of accommodations available for booking at our lakeside campsite: campsites, mobile homes, or Ciela Nature tents. You’re sure to enjoy a week—or several nights—of utmost comfort at our star-rated outdoor hotels, which also offer access to a water park.

What water activities can you do on a lakeside vacation?

The bodies of water are ideal for enjoying a wide range of activities —simply rent your equipment from a water sports club—all in the heart of a lush, natural setting. You can try stand-up paddleboarding, pedal boating, sailing, water skiing, and kitesurfing, as well as go on canoe trips and go river fishing. Whether you’re at Saint-Laurent-du-Verdon Beach in Provence or Lake Pareloup in Aveyron, it doesn’t matter: your stay promises unforgettable family adventures with your children in stunning azure waters. Don’t wait any longer—book your mobile home accommodations for one or more nights at a Ciela Village resort featuring a water park and a variety of activities!

Campsites near France’s most beautiful lakes

Star-rated campsites by the lake are the perfect way to enjoy a vacation close to nature, whether you’re staying for a week or just one night. Our Ciela Village campsites, located near freshwater bodies, offer an authentic setting where you can fully recharge. Enjoy a warm swim in a pond—the perfect change of pace from swimming in the ocean or participating in activities and entertainment at the campsite’s pool.