At the Village Nature Zen, I simply enjoy myself!
During your vacation, or a break in Ardèche, the campsite is a place to take some time to enjoy the simple things in life.
On site, we offer you all the infrastructure and services to fully enjoy your stay in Ardèche!
The campsite is accessible to people with reduced mobility, except for swimming and the area around the two rivers.
“Leisure” at the campsite
- Aquatic pleasures: swimming in the river or in the pool:
Direct access to two small rivers (La Ligne and La Lande), classified category 1 for fishing - Swimming pool and paddling pool: open from 10:00am to 7:00pm, swimming shorts and shorts prohibited: swim briefs (speedo type) compulsory
- Petanque pitch (bring your petanque bowls)
- Ping-pong tables (bring your rackets)
- Board games on loan (for all ages)
- Library (books in French or Dutch, all ages)
“Entertainment” at the campsite (July and August)
In summer, we offer some entertainment and activities around culture and well-being.
- Giant wooden games
- Concert evenings
- Theme meals, Food Truck
- Sophrology discovery and relaxation
- Relaxation massage / Yoga / Qi gong
“Facilities” at the campsite
If you feel like a nice meal, a relaxing break or just a good time out, come and join us at the reception and the snack bar.
Reception
Open daily from 8:30am to noon and from 3:00 to 6:00pm
(opening times may be adjusted before the season).
- Here, you’ll find: information, advice and tips about the best places to go, inviting you to discover the Ardèche and enjoy its varied range of cultural activities (medieval villages, night markets, castles and museums) and sports (canoeing, canyoning, caving, rock-climbing, hiking, cycling and much more)
- A grocery store selling local products (jams, chestnut cream, terrines, wines, honey, goat milk soaps…)
- Loan of board games, books and guides
- Bread delivery: from 8:30am, to be ordered the day by 6:00pm
Snackbar / Terrace area
In July and August: Bar open every day from 8:30am to 12 noon and from 3:00pm to 10:30pm.
Snackbar open from 6.30pm to 10.30pm, except on themed evenings (last orders taken at 9:00pm).
May and June: open weekends and public holidays by reservation.
- We offer a menu of « homemade » pizzas, main courses, Ardèche specialties such as caillettes (dried rennet stomachs), Planche Ardèchoise (selection of cheeses, hams etc.)
- Special themed meal evenings, Food Truck
- Breakfast (bread, pastries, butter, jam, juice, tea or coffee): for more convenience on the day of your departure, or simply to enjoy the terrace and the view of the cliff! Served daily from 8:30 am (to be ordered the day before)
- Ice cream and drinks to take away or enjoy on site on the shaded terrace at any time of the day!
For your comfort
To make sure your stay at Village Nature Zen – Camping La Turelure fulfills your expectations:
- Free WiFi around the bar
- Swimming pool and paddling pool (10:00am to 7h00pm, swimming shorts and shorts prohibited)
- Ping-pong table, pétanque court
- Booking service for sports activities: canoeing
- 2 lavatory blocks accessible to people with reduced mobility, a family cubicle, a nursery area with a baby bath, hot showers free of charge
- Washing machine (with tokens)
- Fridge rental (subject to availability)
- Electricity 10 A on each site (bring an extension cord of at least 25 m)
- Charging station dedicated for electric or hybrid cars
- 2 group barbecue facilities (coal) at your disposal
- Dogs allowed (except in rental accommodation, no category 1 and 2 dogs, must be kept on lead, up-to-date vaccination booklet compulsory, and owner responsible for keeping the grounds clean)
- Supermarket in Uzer (700 m away), supermarkets in Rosières and Largentière (4 km) or Joyeuse (7 km)
For “active” holidays nearby
If you’re looking for thrills, things that’ll awaken your sense of wonder, or breathtaking landscapes, you’ve come to the right place: the Ardèche has all of this and more!
Sports activities with providers
In order to give you the best tips on top-quality services and guarantee our customers’ well-being, we’ve drawn up a selection of our favourite local businesses:
- Canoeing down the Ardèche river (7 or 11 km). Different routes on the “upstream” part of the Ardèche according to your ambition. On this occasion, you can take advantage of the magnificent beach of “Le Cirque de Gens”, managed by Isla Cool Douce.
You can also book a river descent for longer trips down the gorges: 7 to 37 km . - Canyoning in the Chassezac gorges to stunning remote spots and discover all about the surrounding wildlife. An outing that’ll take your breath away!
- Treetop adventure course and Via Ferrata at Adventure Camp park in Grospierres: 15 obstacle courses through the trees accessible from 4 years of age. Zipline across the Chassezac river for extra thrills!
Other activities to book with providers
- Rock climbing (Balazuc, Casteljau)
- Donkey rides starting out from Chauzon, or Malbosc (Les Vans)
- Horse-riding centre: Lauzières stables in Tauriers or Chavetourte in St Alban Auriolles
- Pool complex in Lablachère (11 km): fun pool, slides, fitness area (spa, sauna, hammam)
For a « discovery » holiday
Whatever you’re into, heritage, old architecture, the wonders of nature, or history…
South Ardècheis brimming with treasures!
- Stroll through the many traditional villages (Balazuc, Vogüe, Ruoms, Labeaume..), and neighbouring medieval towns (Largentière, Joyeuse, Montréal)
- Try some tasty Ardèche specialties at holiday-season markets or night markets in summer (Joyeuse, Largentière, Aubenas, Ruoms…)
- Visit any number of museums or castles to discover the life and history of the Ardèche region (Castanéa in Joyeuse, Museum of the Ardèche in Balazuc, Lavender house in Saint Remèze, Montreal castle, Largentière, Vogüé castle, Roure castle…)
- Go underground and explore a great many caves: Aven d’Orgnac, Grotte Saint Marcel, Grotte de la Cocalière, Grotte Chauvet 2 (online tickets only)
- Ardèche Aluna Festival: 3 days of music in a remarkable natural setting in Ruoms in late June, to start the summer off right!
