Camping Le Calatrin

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Pitches by the lake
New
Pitches among trees and plants
Scenic pitches
Lake views

  • Peaceful, scenic site on the banks of Lac de Paladru, the 'Blue Lake'
  • Walibi Rhône-Alpes 25 minutes' drive away; 40 minutes to Grenoble
  • Fishing and paddleboarding on site; beaches a few minutes' walk
Lyon is about an hour’s drive away, and Grenoble is 40 minutes away… but here at Camping Le Calatrin it’s a fabulously peaceful experience surrounded by wonderful natural scenery. This Isère site is in a particularly pretty spot in a lush green park on the banks of Lac de Paladru, nicknamed ‘the Blue Lake’ for its vivid crystal-clear waters. That gorgeous location means that you may well end up spending much of your time here just taking in the views right here, perhaps while fishing from the site or heading to one of the nearby supervised beaches for sunbathing and swimming. Need a little more activity in your day? Hire kayaks or paddleboards to get out onto the lake, find local hiking trails or get your heart rate going with canyoning and caving adventures. There’s a whole lot of history in this area too, with châteaux and an excellent archeology museum to visit. Life on site is pretty laidback, with pétanque, volleyball and table tennis to provide a bit of gentle activity and a playground for the kids. Reception sells coffees, ice creams and snacks, and there’s a bread delivery service that runs in high season. The site has a barbecue area and a small convenience store, and the nearby village of Villages du Lac de Paladru (five minutes’ walk away) has a supermarket and restaurant.

Campground type

Tent sites 55
Camper sites 55
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 2
RV sites 55
Rent a tent 3
Open now
Opens April 4

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.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.

Languages spoken

English

French

Open from Fri, Apr 4 to

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Reviews

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Location
9
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9
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9
Facilities / Activities
8
Customer service
9
Child friendliness
8
Cleanliness
9
Wifi
3

79% would recommend this campground to a friend

79% would stay here again

What customers say

This campsite gets rave reviews for its beautiful lakefront setting, offering fantastic views and a tranquil vibe. Guests loved the warm welcome and easy access to nearby conveniences. Recently updated, clean restrooms are a major bonus. It’s a quiet spot, perfect for a relaxing getaway.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews

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Arrival date (latest first)

On a fait une halte de…

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10 out of 10
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le corre n.

Power optional grass and earth campsite

Liked On a fait une halte de 1 nuit afin d'être tranquille et nous avons trouvé notre bonheur avec les enfants. Cet endroit est reposant avec une vue magnifique. Les sanitaires sont propres.

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From the manager: Bonjour,

Merci beaucoup pour votre retour 😊. Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié la tranquillité du camping, la vue sur le lac et la propreté des sanitaires. C’est un plaisir de savoir que votre halte en famille s’est bien passée. Peut-être à une prochaine fois pour un séjour un peu plus long !

Léonie et Valentin.

Good campsite, beautiful views.

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9 out of 10
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10
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10
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9
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9
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9
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9
Wifi
9
Anonymous

Power optional grass and earth campsite

Liked Campsite pitch was amazing right in the lakeside. Fireworks that evening on the lake.

Disliked Couldn’t swim in the lake from the campsite? Only one block of facilities.

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From the manager: Hello,
Thank you very much for your nice feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed your pitch right on the lakeside and the fireworks on the lake. 🌟
It’s true that swimming is not allowed directly from the campsite, but we provide free tickets to the beach, only a 5-minute walk away. As for the facilities, there is indeed only one block, but it is usually more than enough for the size of our small family campsite.

We hope to welcome you again at Lake Paladru!

Léonie et Valentin.

Great stay, lovely staff and beautiful small site.

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10 out of 10
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10
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10
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10
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10
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3
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1
Annemarie p.

Power optional grass and earth campsite

Liked Lovely small site on a beautiful lake. Arrived in our VW crafter, stayed for two nights. We brought our own paddle boards. €9 to use the lake by scanning the QR code on the sign.

Disliked Toilets - unisex, common in France however, urine all over the toilet seat each time I visited the WC.
Would highly recommend having male and female toilets - a simple sign on the doors. I shouldn't have to clean urine from the seat.

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From the manager: Hello Annemarie,

Thank you very much for your feedback and for your kind words about our campsite and its beautiful lakeside location! We’re glad you enjoyed your stay and the activities on the lake.

We take note of your comment regarding the unisex toilets. We understand that it may have been inconvenient, and we do our best to encourage guests to keep them clean. Your feedback helps us consider possible improvements for everyone’s comfort.

We hope to welcome you back to Camping Le Calatrin!

Best regards,
Léonie & Valentin

By the lake…

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9 out of 10
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7
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10
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Rebecca P.

Power optional grass and earth campsite

Liked By the lake

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From the manager: Hello Rebecca,

Thank you very much for your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the lakeside location.

We hope to welcome you again soon at Camping Le Calatrin.

Best regards,
Léonie & Valentin

Nothing Showers and toilets weren’t clean. No…

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1 out of 10
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8
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5
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Helen W.

Power optional grass and earth campsite

Liked Nothing
Showers and toilets weren’t clean. No toilet paper. Couldn’t even be bothered to show us to a pitch. Gave us some numbers to choose a pitch from and all but 1 were taken. Claims to have a shop, it does not. Has some ice cream, a few bottles of beer, and some jars with homemade items in. Be aware if you go on a Monday the local shop and restaurant is closed. Locals made it quite obvious they do not like foreigners.

Disliked Everything

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From the manager: Hello Helen,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. You stayed with us from August 11th to 12th, a period when the campsite was almost fully booked, which explains the limited choice of available pitches. Regarding local shops, it is true that Mondays in France are usually quieter since many of them are closed.

We are sorry that your one-night stay left you with a negative impression. Our facilities are cleaned several times a day, and most of our guests actually highlight their cleanliness, but we of course take your remarks into account in order to keep improving.

Our campsite is a small, family-run place, deliberately simple and friendly, which many people appreciate but may not match everyone’s expectations. As for the pitches, we prefer to let guests choose from those available rather than assigning them.

We still hope you keep good memories of your stay at Lake Paladru and that the rest of your trip in France went well.

Léonie et Valentin.

Excellent new toilet and shower block.…

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Facilities / Activities
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Child friendliness
10
Cleanliness
10
Wifi
1
Kay M.

Power optional grass and earth campsite

Liked Excellent new toilet and shower block. Helpful staff and lovely daily bread to order. Very peaceful.

Disliked Locals in the town did not like tourists and made this obvious.

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From the manager: Hello Kay,

Thank you very much for your feedback. We are delighted that you enjoyed our new toilet and shower block, the helpful staff, and the daily bread service. We are glad you had a peaceful stay.

We are sorry that the attitude of some locals made you feel uncomfortable.

We look forward to welcoming you again,
Léonie & Valentin

Accueil agréable…

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9 out of 10
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Value for money
6
Accommodation
6
Facilities / Activities
4
Customer service
8
Child friendliness
8
Cleanliness
8
Wifi
1
Anonymous

Power optional grass and earth campsite

Liked Accueil agréable

Disliked Annonce pour la pêche, nulle

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From the manager: Bonjour,

Merci pour votre retour. Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié l’accueil et que vous ayez passé un agréable moment avec nous.

Nous prenons également note de votre remarque concernant l’annonce pour la pêche.

Au plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau,
Léonie & Valentin

Très bon accueil grand emplacement Sanitaires…

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6
Cleanliness
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Wifi
10
charles p.

Power optional grass and earth campsite

Liked Très bon accueil grand emplacement
Sanitaires impeccable tous neuf
Super les billets d entré gratuit pour la plage payante

Disliked Rien a redire

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From the manager: Bonjour Charles,

Merci beaucoup pour votre retour ! Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié l’accueil, le grand emplacement, nos sanitaires neufs ainsi que les billets gratuits pour la plage.

Vos encouragements nous touchent et nous nous réjouissons de vous accueillir à nouveau.

Cordialement,
Léonie & Valentin

Quiet Lake New toilets…

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Alistair A.

Power optional grass and earth campsite

Liked Quiet
Lake
New toilets

Disliked Nothing

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From the manager: Hello Alistair,

Thank you for your feedback! We are glad you enjoyed the great views and the new toilet block. We look forward to welcoming you again soon.

Kind regards,
Léonie & Valentin

Great views New toilet block…

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10 out of 10
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10
Accommodation
10
Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
7
Cleanliness
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Wifi
No rating
Alistair A.

Power optional grass and earth campsite

Liked Great views
New toilet block

Disliked Na

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Hello Alistair,

Thank you for your feedback! We are glad you enjoyed the great views and the new toilet block. We look forward to welcoming you again soon.

Kind regards,
Léonie & Valentin


Features

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 Pétanque Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports Wild swimming

Amenities on park

Baby-changing facilities 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 Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Scouts 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 Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities 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 Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearby

Type

Large (51-200 sites)

Accessibility

Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Level campground, no steep slopes Smooth, hard roads e.g. tarmac

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horseback riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Location

Camping Le Calatrin

799 Rue de la Morgerie

Paladru

Isère

France

38850

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

45.47089°N
5.54699°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

You won't need to go far from the site to find something to do – paddleboarding, canoeing and fishing are popular activities at the lake, there are several beach areas close by and you can take a nice walk along the Chemin des Marais (15 minutes’ walk). MALP - Musée archéologique du Lac de Paladru (five minutes' walk), showcasing the treasures found in and around the lake, is well worth a visit too. For more extensive walks, head into the Chartreuse Regional Natural Park for hilly landscapes or to Lac d’Aiguebelette for more lake views and the option to swim or paddleboard (both around half an hour’s drive). Parc Aventures Brunerie (20 minutes’ drive) makes a good outing for the kids, as does a day hitting the rides and waterpark at Walibi Rhône-Alpes (25 minutes). For a hit of history, Château de Virieu (10 minutes) is a lovely place to visit, whether you stroll through the grounds, take a castle tour or let the kids join in one of the fun activities. Further afield, Grenoble (40 minutes), Chambéry (45 minutes) and Lyon (an hour) all have plenty to keep all ages busy.

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Camping Le Calatrin have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Camping Le Calatrin dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Camping Le Calatrin? You won't need to go far from the site to find something to do – paddleboarding, canoeing and fishing are popular activities at the lake, there are several beach areas close by … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Camping Le Calatrin?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Camping Le Calatrin? From $18.40 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.