Camping Le Vélodrome

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  • Leafy campsite 10 minutes’ walk from central Albert in the Somme
  • Thiepval 10 minutes’ drive; Amiens 35 minutes; Arras 40 minutes
  • Spacious grass pitches five minutes’ walk from fishing and cycling
Whether you’re just passing through on your way from the Channel ports to the south of France, or staying around to tour some of the WWI cemeteries and memorials, Camping Le Vélodrome is a little patch of peaceful greenery 10 minutes’ walk from the centre of Albert in the department of Somme. With spacious grass pitches sheltered by trees and divided by hedges for extra privacy, this landscaped site has facilities including a spotless shower block, a pétanque court and a quiet garden for putting your feet up and having a snooze. The pitches sit next to a brace of ponds where you can fish, stroll the leafy waterside and hire a pedal boat to explore the shoreline. Any cyclists among you can make a lap or two of the local sports track (five minutes’ walk), where there’s also a games pitch for kicking a ball around and a play area for the kids. Foodwise, you can pick up barbecue supplies from the local hypermarket (five minutes’ drive), or take a stroll into Albert to its welcoming bistros and cafés.

Campground type

Tent sites 45
Camper sites 45
RV sites 45
Rent a tent 16
Open now
Opens April 1

Tourist board rating

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.
  • The restaurant is open between 06/01 and 09/30.
  • Entertainment and activities are available between 06/01 and 09/30.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • The games room is open between 04/01 and 09/30.
  • The bar is open between 06/01 and 09/30.
  • This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.

Languages spoken

English

French

German

Spanish

Open from Tue, Apr 1 to

Campsite types & availability

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8
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7
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9
Child friendliness
8
Cleanliness
8
Wifi
8

90% would recommend this campground to a friend

86% would stay here again

What customers say

This well-located site offers spacious, private spots & a friendly vibe, steps from Albert's center. Guests love the helpful staff, peaceful setting, & WWI site access. Facilities are clean but some find them dated and lacking toilet paper. Great for exploring the Somme.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Vriendelijk personeel. Bakker en snackbar op vakantie. Jammer!

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Anonymous

Powered grass travel trailer campsite

Liked De standplaats. Stroom en water dichtbij.

Disliked Het sanitair. Geen toiletpapier bij het toilet. Bij de afwasplek was het warmwater lauw en er kwam een klein straaltje water uit de kraan.

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We would not stay here again due to poor sanitation facilities.

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Averil W.

Powered grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Good location on cycle path for visiting WW1 sites in the area.
Good sized pitches, with trees for shade.
Friendly receptionist.

Disliked Dilapidated, dirty toilet, washing up and shower facilities - worst I’ve seen on a camp site in recent years.
Out of order amenities; nearest electric and water points to our pitch, toilet etc

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site!

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Michael T.

Powered grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Spaced out, private pitches with shade.

Disliked Toilet sinks were also for dishwashing.

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A recommander , ideale puur transit de quelques jours.

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Anonymous

Powered grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Acceuil tres aimable. Site propre et tranquille.
Dans la proximite , a pied belle nature, en velo des sites militaired du Geurre 1916.

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Lovely campsite with everything you need, free showers, clean toilets

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PAUL D.

Powered grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Really nice place, had a walk around the lake, spotted a couple of Mink in the little river next to the site. Set in a beautiful historic village. We only stayed for an overnight stay but wished we'd stayed a bit longer.

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The friendly staff. Showers lovely and big and toilet amenities good…

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Donna E.

Powered grass travel trailer campsite

Liked The friendly staff. Showers lovely and big and toilet amenities good

Disliked Nothing

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Peaceful and friendly…

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Emma R.

Powered grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Peaceful and friendly

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Super accueil ! Roxane est très sympa. Les emplacements ''du bas'' pour…

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Anonymous

Powered grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Super accueil ! Roxane est très sympa. Les emplacements ''du bas'' pour les camping-car devraient être aussi cocooning que ceux ''du haut'', par exemple plus de petites haies pour délimiter les espaces. Le coin ''salon''(avec plusieurs tables, chaises, fauteuils, jeux ) est original, c'est une bonne idée.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely campsite in stunning grounds!

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Emma N.

Powered grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Grounds
Welcome from the owners
Fresh bread service
Price

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site with clean facilities, friendly staff and level pitches

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Trevor H.

Powered grass tent campsite

Liked Very helpful staff, excellent facilities, seating area..

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Features

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Covered terrace area 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 Soft play area TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Baby-changing facilities Bath available 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 Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome 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

Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Leave the car at home Peaceful Remote location Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearby

Type

Large (51-200 sites)

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Location

Camping Le Vélodrome

Avenue Henry Dunant

Albert

Somme

France

80300

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Paris +0200 (GMT+02:00)

GPS

50.01003°N
2.65496°E

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

Set the scene for a tour of the Somme battlefields with a visit to the Musée Somme 1916 (10 minutes’ walk) in Albert, with informative subterranean displays of weapons and military uniforms as well as recreations of the wartime trenches. From there, you are within easy reach of the Thiepval Memorial (10 minutes’ drive), Pozières Memorial and Cemetery (five minutes) and the carefully tended ranks of graves in Caterpillar Valley Cemetery (15 minutes). Historic Arras (40 minutes) has plenty of WWI memorials too, evident when you visit the Carrière Wellington, a network of tunnels dug from medieval chalk quarries by the Allies. Going further back in time, it’s also worth stopping by the sprawling, star-shaped Citadelle d’Arras, built by military architect Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban in 1672. If you’re travelling with kids, head for lively Amiens (35 minutes) to see big cats and red pandas at the Zoo d’Amiens Métropole, visit the Jules Verne House – former home of the madcap sci-fi writer – and climb to the top of the landmark Beffroi d’Amiens for views over city rooftops.

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Camping Le Vélodrome have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Camping Le Vélodrome dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Camping Le Vélodrome? Set the scene for a tour of the Somme battlefields with a visit to the Musée Somme 1916 (10 minutes’ walk) in Albert, with informative subterranean displays of weapons and military uniforms … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Camping Le Vélodrome?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Camping Le Vélodrome? From $21.69 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.