Les Châtaigniers du Lac
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- Well-equipped chalets in a chestnut forest on Lac de Villefort
- Gorges du Chassezac 15 minutes’ drive; Le Puy one hour and 25 minutes
- Access to a beach; heated outdoor pool with paddling area; fishing
Swimming, fishing and boat trips, plus epic mountain hikes along forested trails – perhaps with a cheeky gastronomic twist. Hands up who thinks that sounds like the recipe for a great holiday. (Okay, you can lower your hand now.) All those activities, and more besides, await at Les Châtaigniers du Lac, on the north-easternmost tip of Lac de Villefort. Surrounded by a chestnut forest (hence the name), this peaceful chalet village sits in the middle of Cévennes National Park – and not too far from the Parc Naturel Régional des Monts d’Ardèche, either (about one hour’s drive).
Each lodge comes with comfortable beds and a sofa bed (bed linen included), plus a fully equipped kitchen (with oven, fridge freezer, dishwasher and washing machine), dining/living area with pellet stove (for cosy evenings) and a bathroom with a separate toilet.
The site has its own lakeside beach for swimming, and just down the road (five minutes, or a 15-minute walk) there’s a nautical base with paddleboards, kayaks and canoes for rent (pedal boats, too, if you’d rather use leg power for propulsion). Meanwhile anglers might be pleased to learn that trout (both brown and rainbow) inhabit these waters, so don’t forget to pack your fishing gear. If you don’t love frigid lake waters, there’s a heated pool on site (complete with paddling pool for the youngest members of your party).
Campground type
20 Open now 
Tourist board rating
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 cars/motorcycles at the site. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Languages spoken
French
Open from Sun, Jan 5 to
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities 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 Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Small (11-25 sites)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Fishing nearbyLocation
Les Châtaigniers du Lac
Le Lac
Pourcharesses
Lozère
France
48800
Directions Timezone
Europe/Paris +0200 (GMT+02:00)
GPS
44.46836°N
3.92573°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
Among the attractions of Lac de Villefort is the Château de Castanet (10 minutes’ drive), a 13th-century fortress on the westernmost tip of the lake. For top views of the water and some of the bridges that cross it, head to the Barrage de Villefort sur l’Altier, a 1960s dam.
Whether you’re into hiking, climbing or whitewater rafting, you should find something to do at the Gorges du Chassezac (15 minutes), carved out of the limestone cliffs by the river of the same name. And if you would rather do very little, you can just indulge in a spot of wild swimming.
Le Puy (one hour and 25 minutes) is renowned for its delicious lentils. Stock up at a local market, then linger in the town to check out the Cathédrale Notre-Dame-du-Puy, with its striped façade, or climb up to see the monumental statue of Notre-Dame de France, from where there are spectacular views of the surrounding area.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Les Châtaigniers du Lac have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is Les Châtaigniers du Lac dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Les Châtaigniers du Lac? Among the attractions of Lac de Villefort is the Château de Castanet (10 minutes’ drive), a 13th-century fortress on the westernmost tip of the lake. For top views of the water and … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Les Châtaigniers du Lac?
Read moreOn-park accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m.