Go on a family camping holiday in the Dordogne without any shame!
It's not easy to find a rhyme with Dordogne, nevertheless this department in the Nouvelle Aquitaine region is packed with great outdoor activities. It's one of the departments that all of France wants to visit. Make the most of this good air and go on an open-air hotel break!
The Dordogne a multi-faceted department
The Dordogne, the Périgord ... what are the differences? It's a bit confusing. Périgord is a historic region that corresponds more or less to the Dordogne department. At its heart is the Périgord Blanc with Périgueux. And the best known, the Périgord Noir, is in the south-east of the department with Sarlat as its capital.
The Dordogne is famous for its prehistoric caves, medieval castles and picturesque villages. Families can spend whole days exploring the region's many attractions. The Lascaux caves are a must-see for families, offering an immersive experience of prehistoric art. Children can also discover the habitats of their ancestors through a visit to Roque Saint-Christophe, one of the troglodytic sites located in the Vézère river valley.
The region's castles are also very popular. Families can visit the Château de Beynac, perched on a cliff and offering stunning views over the Dordogne valley, or the Château de Castelnaud, a medieval castle transformed into a museum of warfare in the Middle Ages. The region's picturesque villages, such as Sarlat and Rocamadour, also offer a great day out for the whole family.
There are plenty of outdoor activities in the Dordogne to enjoy the scenery that nature has to offer. Families can go canoeing on a river such as the Dordogne or the Vézère, or go hiking or cycling through the forests and valleys of the region. A nature break par excellence! But there's something for everyone. Children can also enjoy theme parks such as Parc du Bournat or Aquarium du Périgord Noir, offered with preferential rates for families going with Familytrip.
Just because you're far from the sea doesn't mean you can't swim! In the Dordogne, you have opportunities for swimming, in addition to the campsite swimming pools. For example, you have the Lac de Rouffiac, that of Pombonne or Lac de Tamnies. In this region, you're never far from a lakeside! One thing to bear in mind, though: the Dordogne is not very easy to get to by train. There are stations in Périgueux or Sarlat, but after that a car is almost essential these days to be able to criss-cross even the heart of Périgord or go as far as the Lascaux caves.
The cuisine and specialities of the Dordogne are also major attractions. The region is famous for its local produce, such as walnuts, truffles and foie gras. You and your family can visit the local markets to discover these fresh and delicious products, or head to the many restaurants, some even Michelin-starred like the Vieux Logis in Trémolat.
Our starred campsites in the Dordogne the best of the outdoors
At Familytrip, we know how important it is for every member of the family to have an enjoyable holiday. That's why our family campsites have facilities suitable for all ages, mobile homes in a variety of sizes (from 2 to 4-person mobile homes to 8-person mobile homes), at least one playground for the little ones, sports fields for teenagers and adults. Swimming pools and even water parks are also a strong point of our family campsites, with slides for all the family (from the smallest slides for babies to the very fast pentaglide for older children). Some campsites have a heated indoor swimming pool so you can swim all season long. It's usually heated during the later part of the season, in April and October. You can take advantage of our entertainment programme, which includes activities for all ages, such as sports tournaments, creative workshops, shows and themed evenings that can finish late into the night for the more festive among you.
Familytrip selects campsites with rentals, not pitches. In fact, we prefer stays in mobile homes or chalets or even converted tents to pitches. Pitches need to be well equipped and we prefer turnkey holidays by renting accommodation with comfort and space. All the accommodation has a dining area so that you can be independent and not go to the restaurant every day. Staying in rental accommodation means cooking your own meals, but not every day! You can also go to the restaurant from time to time and treat yourself by saving a little room for dessert.
With this in mind, some campsites have a kids' club. Parents can relax while the children have fun with the other youngsters on the campsite for a family holiday that will keep the whole family happy. Parents will be able to make space for themselves in the holiday diary!
In addition to the facilities, Familytrip offers a wide variety of activities close to the campsites to suit all tastes. Amusement parks, aquariums, castles ... a wide range of activities on offer at preferential rates.
In conclusion, take advantage of Familytrip!
In conclusion, take advantage of our wide choice of rentals for a successful holiday at a family campsite in the Dordogne.
