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Camping Du Bas Meygnaud

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· Dordogne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

1 acre hosted by Caral J.

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Quiet and shady camping in the heart of the Dronne Valley

There’s something special about Camping du Bas Meygnaud. Normally if you mention a campsite in France with a pool, on-site restaurant, bike rental, badminton court and a pair of mobile homes to rent your head begins to swim with the sound of screaming children and the clapping bingo-wings of morning aqua-aerobics sessions. However Camping du Bas Meygnaud could not be further away from this commercial camping fanfare.

Run by potentially the friendliest hosts on the continent and poised in countryside so sun-floweringly typical of rural France, this is the traditional family camping that everyone this side of the channel is searching for. A blanket of tall pine trees casts a cooling cover of shade over half of the campsite, the skinny trunks reaching high above, spilling their shadows across the grass pitches underneath. This brown and green scene is given colour by the glorious summer sun splintering through the canopy, as well as, of course, the peppering of colourful family tents. Out in the open there is ample camping space away from the trees, ideal for suntan searches and those wanting to camp closest to the amenities – modern, clean and well equipped for families with the littlest of campers.

The real pleasures here, though, come in the homely little touches that give Camping Du Bas Meygnaud that friendly local feel. An organic herb garden looks, at first glance, a little over grown but venture closer and you'll find a treasure trove of produce waiting to be plucked and thrown into your evening meal. The busy worker bees that to and fro from the vegetables in flower are also on your side, stockpiling their goods in the beehive that provides honey to campers with a sweet tooth. Some of this produce can be brought in the small grocery shop by reception. Or, if you fancy the night off, enjoy some tasty slap-up regional food and wood-fired pizzas in the campsite’s restaurant.

Though the facilities are uncommercial, there's still plenty to make active campers feel thoroughly at home. The outdoor pool is a pleasure in the heat of midday, but hiring a bike and cycling the four kilometers to Brantôme – a wonderfully beautiful little town with excellent eateries and ice-cream to cool you down – is far more rewarding. When you return to the campsite the pool will still be waiting and all the more satisfying as a result.

Activities

Biking

Fishing

Hiking

Swimming

Natural features

Forest

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8 ratings · 14 reviews

Neil D.recommends

August 27, 2024

Wooden Chalet

Lovely relaxed camping!

We had an absolutely fantastic stay on Caral’s campsite. Really relaxed atmosphere which was just what we were looking for. Pool was clean and inviting during the hot weather and food and drinks available were very good. We hope to stay again when in the area and would recommend to anyone looking to explore this area.

Elainebailey70 ?.recommends

September 3, 2023

Large Grass Pitch - 110m2

My second stay and loved every minute! If you're looking for a relaxed and informal site with two great hosts, away from the hustle and bustle of larger sites then this is for you. A super warm welcome and choice of any available pitch sets the tone for your stay. Not too many rules and hoist always willing to help out in any way they can, Enjoyed being educated in French music, eating home made honey and chatting away in the sunshine. Facilities are clean and the quiet pool with no inflatables is an added bonus! Brantome is 10 mins away if you want a taste of village life. We will be back again for sure!

Sarah C.recommends

August 30, 2023

Large Grass Pitch - 110m2

Camping Du Bas Meygnaud was such a beautiful campsite, my partner and I had a lot of fun camping here! The campsite was a spacious pine wooded forest and had everything we needed, from hot showers to cleaning/ washing clothes cutlery etc it was very chilled and laid back environment. Caral was very helpful when we arrived. The pizzas were delicious and the swimming pool was refreshing to swim in.

Tom B.recommends

August 17, 2023

Large Grass Pitch - 110m2

Peaceful camping amongst the pines

We would strongly recommend camping du bas maynaud. We spent a few days there in august, and felt so welcomed by Caral who was very helpful. The site was very peaceful and had a lovely laid-back vibe. The local area had some stunning villages and felt nicely off the beaten track from France in august! Thanks x

Carol R.recommends

September 10, 2022

Wooden Chalet - d94d

Camping with our dog!

The campsite is set in a shady valley with plenty of shaded plots and some sunny ones too. There is a pool and children’s play area also a block of toilets, showers and washing facilities. Perfectly positioned for walkers, cyclists and site seers alike. Our dog was welcome too!

Daniella S.recommends

August 11, 2022

Large Grass Pitch - 110m2

It was so peaceful (and laid back) that I felt truly relaxed. It isn't flash, but just what we needed. Lying in our hammock under the stars between the tall pine trees... heavenly! The pool was great too! Carla is a multilinguist and ever so kind and helpful. We will be back!

Location

Dordogne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FranceTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Caral J.

Joined in May 2016

From the host

IMPORTANT: In April, Mai, June, September, you can book our rentals(safaritent, mobilehome ,chalet, woodlandcabine) and open pitches per night, every day can be an arrival or departureday. In July and August you can only book our rentals per week. Arrival on Saturday and departure on Saturday , our open pitches can be rented per night , in July and August. Our campsite is situated in the heart of the Dronne Valley. Brantôme "The venise of the Périgord" is just 4km away. Camping du Bas Meygnaud is quiet and shady with 50 pitches. We promote respect for both the environment and fellow campers. From the campsite there are several routes and pathways for cycling and walking. Forests, hills, lakes, rivers and rocks provide a lot of natural activities. Locally there is plenty to do: You can visit the botanic garden of Brantôme, Alaije; there is a truffel museum in Sorges, and several water mills in the area where you can learn how to make flour and walnut oil; Brantôme "la Venise de Périgord" has a Benedictine abbey; and, of course, there are the famous caves of Lascaux. At the campsite you will also find bike rental, a swimmingpool, a playground, a volleyball court, badminton and table tennis, plus a boules pitch.

Nearby attractions

Sometimes known as the ‘Venice of the Dordogne’, Brantôme is a lovely little town near the northern edge of the region. Perhaps this billing is exaggerated, however the town has an undeniably charming mix of medieval and Renaissance architecture to admire. On the banks of the Dromme river (just outside Brantóme) lies Les Jardins Tranquille, a lovely garden, which offers exactly what it says – tranquility. The garden's nine acres have large, English-style borders, shady wooded areas and a lovely stretch along the edge of the river. Sorges is a small village not far from Perigueux with a particularly attractive church, which sits on a pleasant square. Sorges is known as the 'truffle capital' and boasts a recently renovated museum (0033 553 059 011), offering an interesting and playful look at the world of truffles.

Food and drink

There’s an onsite restaurant, serving regional food and a variety of snacks. Fresh bread from the local baker is delivered each morning in July and August, and campers can also make their own pizza. Nearby Brantôme boasts plenty of excellent eateries, including Hostellerie Du Perigord Vert (0033 553 057 058); Cote Riviere (0033 553 466 030) – with tables over looking the pretty River Dronne; and La Recre Gourmande (0033 553 457 704) where Colette and Yann welcome you to their beautiful 17th-century home.

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