Camping L'Hippocampe
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- Well-equipped Pyrénées-Orientales caravans a mile from the beach
- A five-minute drive from central Argelès sur Mer; Perpignan 25 minutes
- Free access to a tropical-themed waterpark and sports facilities
When faced with a choice between sleepy siesta-filled breaks and active outdoor pursuits, take a look at Camping L'Hippocampe, a site that's laidback in style but has free access to a wide range of nearby activities.
Staying here means all sorts of options, rather than any sort of compromise. Features like well-equipped caravans (each with its own bathroom and kitchen) and an abundance of greenery are relaxing indeed, while a waterpark, miniature golf course, bars and restaurants are a short walk away over the road at a nearby sister site. Horse riding can also be sorted out within five minutes’ walk.
When you're not shuttling the kids back and forth between your caravan and their outdoor activity of choice, spend some time soaking up the sunshine on the nearest sandy beach (a mile away) or swimming in the clear blue waters of the Mediterranean. This part of the Pyrénées-Orientales coast has plenty of scenic coastal spots a short drive away too, including Collioure (15 minutes' drive) and Cerbère (40 minutes).
On top of that, the attractive town centre of Argelès is an easy five-minute drive or 40-minute walk away, making it easy to visit the 14th-century Notre-Dame del Prat church and climb its bell tower to survey the surrounding area. The town also has restaurants, a post office and a railway station for car-free journeys around southern France or over the border to Spain.
Campground type
29Opens 24 May
Tourist board rating
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
Languages spoken
English
French
Open from Sat, 24 May to
Site types & availability
Sapphire 2 bedroom static caravan
6 people maximum 
No dogs allowed 2 bedroomsDimensions: 8.5m width x 3.0m length (27.9ft width x 9.8ft length) Calculated area: 25.5m² (274.5ft²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 245.37 (GBP 245.37) 3 nights, 2 adults
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Ruby 3 bedroom static caravan
6 people maximum No dogs allowed 3 bedroomsDimensions: 8.0m width x 4.0m length (26.2ft width x 13.1ft length) Calculated area: 32.0m² (344.4ft²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 263.06 (GBP 263.06) 3 nights, 2 adults
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Emerald 3 bedroom static caravan
6 people maximum No dogs allowed 3 bedroomsDimensions: 10.0m width x 4.0m length (32.8ft width x 13.1ft length) Calculated area: 40.0m² (430.6ft²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 297.35 (GBP 297.35) 7 nights, 2 adults
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Features
No dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area Pétanque TV room Take away Teens' club Tennis Waterslide WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available 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 No dogs allowedThemes
Gastronomic delight Peaceful Spectacular sceneryUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Medium (26-50 sites)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Camping L'Hippocampe
Route de Taxo à la Mer
Argelès sur Mer
Pyrénées-Orientales
France
66702
Directions Timezone
Europe/Paris +0200 (GMT+02:00)
GPS
42.57089°N
3.03027°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
If you feel like taking a different view, see the town and coast from up high at Parc de Valmy (15 minutes’ drive). Six hectares of shady, green oasis surrounding a 19th-century château make for a superb picnic spot – and there are playgrounds for the kids too.
Playgrounds of the grown-up variety are 15 minutes away by car at Golf de Saint Cyprien, where you can choose from an 18-hole course with ocean and mountain views and a challenging 9-hole forest course.
To get a sense of the history of the area, spend a day exploring the city of Perpignan (25 minutes’ drive) with its huge Palace of the Kings of Mallorca (which dates back to 1276), elegant Musée d'Art Hyacinthe Rigaud and traditional Catalan museum Casa Païral. Salses Fortress (40 minutes) tells the story of the border between Catalonia and France from the late 15th century onwards.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plage De La Marenda - Tamariguier | 1.4 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Plage Du Mas Larrieu | 2.2 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Plage Centre - Les Pins | 2.6 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Plage Du Bocal Du Tech | 3.1 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Plage Sud Argeles | 3.4 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
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Nearest campgrounds
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Camping L'Hippocampe have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is Camping L'Hippocampe dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Camping L'Hippocampe? If you feel like taking a different view, see the town and coast from up high at Parc de Valmy (15 minutes’ drive). Six hectares of shady, green oasis surrounding a 19th-century … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Camping L'Hippocampe?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Camping L'Hippocampe? From $509.61 (for 3 nights, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.