La Rochelle est l’une de nos destinations préférées sur la côte Atlantique pour passer quelques jours de vacances. Nous avons donc eu l’occasion de tester de nombreux campings et résidences de vacances lors de nos différents séjours à La Rochelle.
From Paris, where we lived for a few years, we were only a few hours by train or car away from La Rochelle, where we could enjoy its beaches and events. Then, with our motorhome, we loved exploring the Atlantic coast.
Nous vous listons ci-dessous nos campings préférés à La Rochelle et ses alentours ainsi que les informations utiles (proximité des plages, piscine, parc aquatique, activités proposées, emplacement…). Notre objectif est de vous fournir toutes les informations nécessaires pour choisir le camping qui correspond le mieux à vos attentes pour vos vacances à La Rochelle.
Nous avons aussi rédigé un article complet sur La Rochelle, avec tous nos conseils pour profiter au maximum de la ville.
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Due to its urban density, La Rochelle offers few downtown camping options. We’ve listed the campsites in the immediate vicinity of La Rochelle’s Old Port and towers.
For those wishing to stay in the heart of this great city, vacation homes offer an attractive alternative. These residences offer comfortably equipped apartments with kitchens, allowing visitors to prepare their own meals, and often feature swimming pools, adding a relaxing touch to the urban experience.
For those in search of sea air, the Atlantic coast south of La Rochelle is home to charming little seaside resorts such as Chatelaillon, Angoulins and Fouras, which are ideal destinations for enjoying the pleasures of the beach around La Rochelle. However, it is important to note that bathing in these areas is best done at high tide. At low tide, the Pertuis d’Antioche, located between Oléron and Ré, reveals a significant amount of silt, which can make swimming less enjoyable.
A final option for staying close to La Rochelle: the island of Ré offers an excellent alternative. Located just a few kilometers from La Rochelle, this picturesque island offers several campsites, combining the natural beauty and tranquility of the island with the convenient proximity of the city.
A quick note before we start: obviously, we didn’t test all the campsites around Rochelle. This selection has been made from among those we have tested and those that have been recommended to us. Feel free to leave us a comment at the end of the article with your favorite campsites to share with other readers.
1. Camping le Beaulieu ★★★★ : at the gateway to La Rochelle with indoor swimming pool
Camping le Beaulieu: we tested this 4-star campsite with our motorhome. It’s ideally located just a few kilometers from La Rochelle and its beaches. It’s a real haven of peace, if you’re looking for a pleasant, tree-lined spot close to the old port and its towers, the La Rochelle aquarium…
This campsite is ideal for families, with its indoor heated swimming pool and water park with slide. Perfect for keeping the kids busy, our daughter loved it. This campsite is open all year round for mobile homes and bungalows. In high season, remember to book well in advance to be sure of finding a seat.
– Location: a few kilometers northeast of La Rochelle, easily accessible by bus or bike.
– Types of accommodation: tents, camping cars, mobile homes and bungalows
– Price: €€
– Benefits: 15 minutes from La Rochelle and the beaches, indoor heated swimming pool, water park with slide, seasonal entertainment.
2. Camping Au Petit Port de L’Houmeau: A pleasant 4-star campsite with water park
Le camping au Petit Port de L’Houmeau est situé dans le charmant village de L’Houmeau, à 5 kilomètres au nord de La Rochelle et à 1km de la plage de galets de l’anse de Pampin. L’Houmeau est un joli petit village avec plusieurs restaurants et une petite supérette est disponible à proximité du camping.
La Rochelle and the Ile de Ré are easily reached by bike. Its picturesque setting and family atmosphere set it apart.
The campsite also has a heated outdoor swimming pool and an aquatic area with slides for children. This campsite is open all year round for rentals.
– Location: 5 kilometers north of La Rochelle, easily accessible by bus or bike.
– Types of accommodation: tents, camper vans, mobile homes and bungalows,
– Price: €€
– Benefits: close to La Rochelle and the beaches and Ile de Ré, indoor heated pool, water park with slide, seasonal entertainment.
3. Campsite ★★★ A La Corniche: by the sea
Le Camping A La Corniche, situé à Angoulins, une station balnéaire à environ 15 kilomètres au sud de La Rochelle. C’est une bonne alternative pour pouvoir profiter facillement de La Rochelle tout étant à seulement 100 mètres du bord de mer. Nous y avons passé un excellent séjour.
The campsite also boasts a heated swimming pool and an aquatic area, with a pool and slide for children’s enjoyment. A sandy beach adjoining the pool, with deckchairs, is the ideal place for a book or a siesta.
– Location: 15 kilometers south of La Rochelle, with seafront 100 meters away.
– Types of accommodation: mobile homes and chalets
– Price: €€
– Advantages: close to La Rochelle and the beaches, indoor heated swimming pool, water park with waterslide, wooded and quiet surroundings.
4. Résidence Odalys Archipel La Rochelle: affordable and close to the port of Les Minimes
If you’d like to stay in the center of La Rochelle, we offer an alternative to the campsite, a vacation residence with modern apartments and a shared swimming pool. The advantage of apartments is that you can prepare a few meals or snacks in your fully equipped kitchen.
L’autre avantage, c’est que la résidence Odalys Archipel est située au sud du Vieux-Port et à proximité de l’Aquarium et de la plage et du port des Minimes. Vous pourrez visiter la ville de la Rochelle à pied et partir en croisière en bateau pour explorer les îles et Fort Boyard. C’est une résidence que nous avons testée et approuvée pour son confort et sa proximité immédiate avec La Rochelle.
– Location: in the heart of La Rochelle
– Types of accommodation: comfortable, fully-equipped apartments
– Price: € excellent value for money
– Benefits: central location, free parking, swimming pool
5. Camping Les Peupliers île de Ré: the ultimate island getaway
La Rochelle is just a few kilometers from the Ile de Ré, so choosing a campsite on the island can be a good option for enjoying a natural environment, easy access to the sublime beaches of the Ile de Ré and city breaks in La Rochelle. Buses (all year round) and boats offer regular connections from April to October.
Le Camping Les Peupliers, est situé au sud de la magnifique île de Ré, à seulement 19 kilomètres de la Rochelle.
The campsite also offers a heated swimming pool and an aquatic area, with a pool and slide for children’s enjoyment. Another advantage of the Ile de Ré is that you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to fine sandy beaches.
– Location: on the Ile de Ré, around 20 kilometers west of La Rochelle, in the village of La Flotte-en-Ré, just 800 m from the beach, harbor and shops.
– Types of accommodation: mobile homes for up to 8 people
– Price: €€
– Benefits: Heated outdoor pool with paddling pool, children’s play area and waterslides,
6. Résidence Les Terrasses de Fort Boyard: on the seafront at a great price
Les Terrasses de Fort Boyard is located in the pretty seaside resort of Fouras, 30 kilometers south of La Rochelle. From Foura beach, admire the famous Fort Boyard in the distance.
This residence is located in front of the ocean with direct access to the beach. It’s ideal for families, as the beach is shallow and, at low tide, a water retention basin acts as a pool to avoid getting stuck in the mud.
– Location: 30 kilometers south of La Rochelle
– Housing types: apartments
– Price: € (€)
– Advantages: facing the ocean with direct access to the beach
7. 3-star campsite Les Fougères île de Ré: nature and tranquillity
Another great option is next to the bridge on the south side of the Ile de Ré, very close to L a Rochelle. The campsite features a heated outdoor pool and spa area.
– Location: île de ré
– Types of accommodation: mobile homes and chalets
– Price: €€
– Advantages: close to La Rochelle and the beaches and Ile de Ré, heated pool
8. Camping Les Sables ★★★★ in Aytré: its immense aquatic park
Le Camping Les Sables est situé à Aytré à 15 minutes au sud de La Rochelle. Il possède un grand espace aquatique avec toboggans et espace spa.
The campsite is located next to the fine sandy beach ofAytrè, which stretches for around 2 kilometers, and is a good option within easy reach of La Rochelle. Please note that swimming in this area is not possible at low tide. It’s an ideal beach for strolling and enjoying the coastline.
– Location: in Aytré, 15 minutes south of La Rochelle.
– Types of accommodation: tents, camper vans, mobile homes and bungalows,
– Price: €€
– Advantages: access to Ayrès beach, close to La Rochelle and swimming pool, water park with slide, spa, seasonal entertainment
9. Camping Domaine Les Charmilles ★★★★ : with indoor swimming pool
Le Domaine Les Charmilles se distingue par son cadre familial et ses paysages naturels. Le camping propose un parc aquatique avec une piscine couverte et chauffée, c’est une bonne option pour un séjour en famille. Il est également situé à quelques kilomètre de Rochefort une ville remplie d’histoire que nous vous conseillons de visiter.
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– Location: 30 kilometers south of La Rochelle
– Types of accommodation: tents, camping cars and mobile homes
– Price: €€
– Benefits: indoor heated swimming pool, water park with slide, seasonal entertainment, nearby beaches of Fouras
10. Residence le Domaine du Chateau ★★★ : a quiet residence
Ue dernière option pour loger à proximité de la Rochelle, la Résidence le Domaine du Chateau propose des des appartements modernes tout équipé avec une piscine commune à quelques kilomètres au nord de La Rochelle.
– Location: 3 kilometers north of La Rochelle, easily accessible by bus or bike.
– Housing types: apartment
– Price: €€
– Advantages: modern residence, swimming pool, close to L a Rochelle
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