La Belle Folie
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- Woodland site just outside Ploemel village, in the Morbihan department
- Alignements of Carnac 10 minutes’ drive; Lorient half an hour
- Hot tub; permaculture workshops and yoga classes; restaurant
Professing itself (quite literally) as a ‘beautiful madness’, La Belle Folie sits on the outskirts of the village of Ploemel (five minutes’ drive or a half-hour walk), in the Morbihan department. The location (an enchanting spot in the middle of a forest) certainly goes a long way towards explaining the ‘belle’ part of its name.
But what about the ‘folie’? Well, that refers to its unusual collection of pitch types, which were designed by the students of the architecture school in Nantes. You can rest easy, though: despite their quirkiness, the contemporary accommodations come with real beds and all (or at least, most) you might need for a comfortable stay.
The site runs a lively programme of activities for its guests: from live music concerts to children’s shows, and from yoga classes to exhibitions and workshops, the latter with a special eye on eco-friendly agricultural practices and permaculture techniques. Many of these events take place inside the greenhouse, where you can also grab a table at mealtimes – the restaurant serves seasonal dishes with high-quality ingredients sourced from trusted local producers, as well as mouthwatering picnic baskets (including a bottle of wine).
There’s a communal library if you fancy whiling away a few hours with a good book… though you might prefer to have a soak in the hot tub, or exploring the local area. The spectacular coast of Brittany, with its sandy beaches and sheltered coves, is about 15 minutes’ drive away, or you can hike along the Rivière d’Étel (20 minutes), past oyster sellers and pretty marinas.
Site type
6
10Open all year
Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- The restaurant is open between 01/01 and 31/12.
- No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- The bar is open between 01/01 and 31/12.
- This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
- No gas barbecues allowed.
- No charcoal barbecues allowed.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
- If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- One hour of hot tub use included per stay, slot can be arranged directly with the campsite.
Languages spoken
English
French
Italian
Pitch types & availability
Other pitch types
Mini-refuge microlodge
2 people maximum 
Wifi at the unit/pitch Dimensions: 6.6ft width × 9.8ft length
Arrival daysFrom €57.50 (€57.50)
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Cactus 1 bedroom lodge
4 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch 1 bedroomDimensions: 23ft width × 16.4ft length
Arrival daysFrom €103.50 (€103.50)
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Keravan treehouse (mezzanine)
2 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch Dimensions: 9.8ft width × 19.7ft length
Arrival daysFrom €149.50 (€149.50)
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Tissee 2 bedroom lodge (four person)
4 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch 2 bedroomsDimensions: 16.4ft width × 26.2ft length
Arrival daysFrom €161 (€161)
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Covered terrace area Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Hot tub Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site cafe On-site restaurant On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area Spa TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Baby-changing facilities Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Off licence Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Tents for hire Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Forest Gastronomic delight PeacefulUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Small (11-25 pitches)Accessibility
Accessible parking at pitch Dedicated quiet space Pitch close to accessible bathroomsNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
La Belle Folie
19 Kergo
Ploemel
Morbihan
France
56400
Directions Timezone
Europe/Paris CEST (GMT+02:00)
GPS
47.64186°N
3.05127°W
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Both children and adults can make like tree-dwelling creatures at Forêt Adrénaline Carnac - Parc accrobranche (10 minutes’ drive), which has colour-coded treetop courses for all ages, abilities and levels of bravery, plus ziplines, trampolines and ball pits.
The Alignements of Carnac (10 minutes) is a 3000-strong collection of prehistoric menhirs (standing stones), some dating as far back as the fourth millennium BC. If you feel overwhelmed by the sheer size of the site, you can grab a seat on the miniature train that rides through it.
Lorient (half an hour) played a key role during World War II. Today you can still visit the German-built submarine base and see if you manage to control your claustrophobia while inside the Flore S-645 (a French submarine from the 1960s). Also on the harbour is the Cité de la Voile Eric Tabarly, with sailing yachts and boat tours.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Men Du | 4.4 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Port Biren | 4.4 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Kervilen | 4.8 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Kerbihan | 4.9 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Grande Plage | 5 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
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Frequently asked questions
- Does La Belle Folie have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is La Belle Folie dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near La Belle Folie? Both children and adults can make like tree-dwelling creatures at Forêt Adrénaline Carnac - Parc accrobranche (10 minutes’ drive), which has colour-coded treetop courses for all ages, abilities and levels of bravery, … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of La Belle Folie?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 5 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at La Belle Folie? From £49.99 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.