Ecoland

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The yurt on its private pitch – plus pals
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Sundowner time at the bar
Tipi in its private garden, plus the eco-friendly lawn mowers
Pod in its own garden

  • Eco-built campsite edging the Marais du Grand Clair in Pas-de-Calais
  • Loisiparc 10 minutes’ drive and the Mining History Centre 20 minutes
  • Micro-farm, permaculture garden and a restaurant/bar with roof terrace
As the name suggests, eco-friendly is the word that best describes Ecoland, a peaceful site with impressively green credentials on the edge of the marshy Marais du Grand Clair at Palluel, Pas-de-Calais. The owners of this one-hectare property are set on finding ways to boost the local economy and promote slow tourism. The site’s restaurant/bar certainly lives up to their quest for sustainability, being one of the first adobe-built constructions in France. Fresh, homemade and seasonal dishes star on the menu, with the ingredients either coming from the site’s permaculture garden or from zero-miles local growers – and the view from the rooftop terrace at sundown is pretty good too. This leafy and carefully landscaped site also has a micro-farm, where you’ll meet cute miniature donkeys, Pygmy goats and sheep. They wander about the place freely for part of each day, and act as energy-saving lawn mowers, keeping the grass down the natural way. If you’re looking for family downtime, you can borrow books and board games on site. When more activity is called for, you have options including the pétanque court, a darts board and a boat for exploring the Marais du Grand Clair. And come the evening, there’s no need to take the car into town for entertainment, as concerts, shows and themed nights are held at the restaurant/bar.

Site type

Tent sites 4
Rent a tent 7
Travel trailer sites 4
RV sites 4
Open now
Opens March 1
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. 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 bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
  • No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
  • If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

French

Spanish

Open from Sat, Mar 1 to

Pitch types & availability

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Features

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site cafe On-site restaurant On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Pétanque Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Local produce Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Tents for hire Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Small (11-25 sites)

Accessibility

Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Disabled facilities Site close to accessible bathrooms

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Ecoland

25 Chem. du Marais

Palluel

Pas-de-Calais

France

62860

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Paris +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.26914°N
3.09475°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

It only takes a few steps from your pitch to get active; you can hike or cycle around the Marais du Grand Clair – often spotting deer, teals and swans along the way. Alternatively, you might prefer to navigate the narrow channels of the lake by boat, and there are many waterside picnic spots where you can disembark on your mini-cruise. To witness eco-tourism at its best, venture out to the former industrial town of Lens (35 minutes’ drive), where vast mounds of coal waste have become magnets for wildlife. You can climb or mountain bike it to the top of the vegetation-covered slag heaps, where you will be rewarded with far-reaching views over Pas-de-Calais. Visit the Mining History Centre (20 minutes) for more history of coal mining in the area as well as tours through the underground shafts. If the kids have had enough of heritage by then, take them to cool down on the splash pads at Loisiparc (10 minutes), where there are also trampolines for younger guests, volleyball courts and pedal boats for pottering about on the lake.

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Ecoland have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Ecoland dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Ecoland? It only takes a few steps from your pitch to get active; you can hike or cycle around the Marais du Grand Clair – often spotting deer, teals and swans along the … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Ecoland?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Ecoland? From $22.53 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.