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Camping Du Lac Mercus ****

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7.2

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Camping Du Lac Mercus is a small campsite next to the lake with the same name, located in the heart of the Ariège in the Occitanie region, Midi Pyrénée. A well-kept campsite situated on the water's edge, where low-hanging trees provide shady pitches. Here you camp in peace and quiet, in the middle of nature. The shallow lake is ideal for water sports enthusiasts and anglers.

Pitches on the bank

Spacious camping pitches are situated under low trees on the shores of the lake Mercus, a widening of the river Ariège. They provide plenty of shade on the touring pitches right by the water, but the pitches on the higher terraces are also shady. On some touring pitches you can camp with extra privacy, because they are protected by hedges. There are about the same number of pitches as rental accommodation.

Swimming and sunbathing

A small swimming pool allows you to cool down in the water. This is also possible in the lake, but it is less suitable for swimming. The bottom is quite muddy and the water is shallow, so it is better to dive into the campsite's swimming pool. The swimming pool, accompanied by a small paddling pool, is in full sun. An ideal location for sunbathing.

Water sports on the lake

Because the lake on which the campsite is situated is unfortunately not so suitable for swimming, water sports enthusiasts have free rein. On the flowing water you can sail and paddle surf very well. Canoes and kayaks can be rented near the campsite, but you can also take to the water from the jetty on the campsite. Fishermen will also love it there.

Campsite accepts ACSI Club ID

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Inspected annually

This inspector visits Camping Du Lac Mercus every year and inspects the campsite based on more than 200 facilities and other points. The inspector is an employee of ACSI and not affiliated with the campsite.

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Reviews (135)

Average rating: 7.2

Toilet facilities: 8.0
Staff: 9.3
Price - quality comparison: 8.6
Child friendliness: 4.5
Sports facilities: 4.5
Swimming pool: 8.5
Food and drink: 4.5
Surroundings: 9.4

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France P, on this campsite in July 2023
9.2

Liked - The owners were friendly and helpful. The cabin was clean and comfortable, lovely shower and kitchen had all we needed. We enjoyed having the bread and pain au chocolat delivered every morning!
Disliked - No
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Michael G, on this campsite in June 2023
6.0

Travelling party: Single

Liked - Cracking campsite - good location, amenities, etc.
Disliked - The price... 26Eur per night for 1 person in a small van... ridiculous.
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Keith D, on this campsite in May 2023
10.0

Travelling party: Seniors

Liked - The site is beautifully situated in outstanding scenery. Reception was friendly and very helpful. Last stayed at the site over 20 years ago new owners who have made some excellent improvement. We had a great week even though it rained every day. So much to see and do in the area. One final point we were given keys to our own private toilet and shower, a nice touch
Disliked - Lack of a chemical toilet which meant I had to use the sites amenities and not my own
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Facilities

General information

Guide price 1: €26.20
Guide price 2: €37.20
Period of opening: 01-04-2024 till 27-10-2024
Area: 1.4 ha
Altitude: 470m
Number of touring pitches: 32 (80 - 120m²)
Number of accommodation units for hire: 32
Campsite suitable for disabled persons: Yes
Eco campsite: Yes

** Amenities in bold we know are not included in the overnight price and that there will be additional charges for them. Please note that some non-bold amenities may also incur additional costs.

Popular amenities

Outdoor swimming pool
- surface area:65 m2
- period:10-06/15-09
- Heated:Yes
Dog(s) in high season (on lead)
- Max. total:2
Mobile homes
- total:7

Internet

Mobile internet
- Type:4G
WiFi zone

At the reception

ACSI Club ID is accepted as an identity document
Advance booking recommended for high season
Credit cards accepted
- credit card:Visa Card | MasterCard
Payment by debit card/Maestro possible
Reception easily accessible for the disabled
Languages spoken at reception (during the main season)
- languages:French | English
Payment request on the spot, via mobile phone

Pitch amenities

Tap at/near the pitch (max. 50 m)
Electrical hook-ups possible
- Max. electricity:6 ampère | 10 ampère
Euro-plug required

Campsite rules

Dog(s) in high season (on lead)
- Max. total:2
Dog(s) in low season (on lead)
- Max. total:2
Caravans allowed
Tents allowed
Small extra tent permitted
Motorhomes allowed
Barbecues permitted
- type of BBQ:gas | electricity

Dogs

Dog(s) in high season (on lead)
- Max. total:2
Dog(s) in low season (on lead)
- Max. total:2

Toilet facilities

Washbasins: hot water
Washbasins: cold water
Individual washcabins: hot water
Individual washcabins: cold water
Children's sanitary facilities
Standard toilets
Toilet paper provided
Family toilet facilities
Squatting-toilets
Toilet-shower combination (215cmsx215cms minimum)
Showers: hot water
Showers: cold water
Family shower
Water and toilet facilities for disabled people in the same building as for the other campers
Shower seat / shower chair (folding or mobile) approximately 48 cm high
Baby room
Private sanitary facilities in the sanitary building

Ground and vegetation

Pitches with plenty of shade
Pitches with some shade
Unshaded pitches
Marked pitches
grass
Terraced site
Hard ground

Washing, washing-up, cooking

Washing up sinks: hot water
Washing machine(s)
Laundry sinks: cold water
Laundry sinks: hot water
Dryers
Ironing facilities

Food, drink and groceries

Breakfast available
- period:01-07/31-08
Fresh bread available at the camp site
Canteen/restaurant with level entrance or with ramp
Snack bar
- period:01-07/31-08
Pizzeria
- period:01-07/31-08
Takeaway meals
- period:01-07/31-08
Bar
- period:01-07/31-08
Freezing for cooling elements

Rental accommodations

Mobile homes
- total:7
Bungalows/chalets
- total:21
Safari tents without sanitary facilities
- total:4

Available to hire at the campsite

Refrigerators
Kayaks

Swimming

Outdoor swimming pool
- surface area:65 m2
- period:10-06/15-09
- Heated:Yes
Toddlers' pool (ages 1-3, < 40 cm)
- surface area:5 m2
- period:10-06/15-09

Wellness

Sauna
Whirlpool
Steam bath

Beach

Grass beach

Water sports and recreation

Fishing
White water kayaking/rafting

For children

Toddlers' pool (ages 1-3, < 40 cm)
- surface area:5 m2
- period:10-06/15-09
Children's playground: small
Games room
Children's sanitary facilities
Baby room
No entertainment programme

Sport and games

Table tennis table
Jeu de boules alley(s)
Canoes

Recreation (adults)

Fishing
Marked out walking routes near the camp site
- level:average | easy | difficult
Games room
Television
Guided walks
- period:08-07/30-08

Situation of campsite

Located by a lake/recreation pond (max. 0.1 km)
Situated on river/stream (max. 0.1 km)
Panorama
Close to motorway junction (< 10 km)
- distance:2 km
Shopping opportunities in the vicinity (< 10 km)
- distance:1 km
Difficult access for caravans/motorhomes

For motorhomes

Motorhomes allowed

Disabled

Disabled sanitary facilities on one level or accessible via a ramp
Width of door 100 cms minimum
Foldaway/lockable supports on at least 1 side of the toilet
Height toilet-seat approx. 48 cms
Next to toilet on at least one side approx. 90cms room to manoeuvre
In front of toilet at least 120 cms room to manoeuvre
No threshold of over 2cms high in sanitary block
Width of corridor in sanitary block 120 cms minimum
Toilet-shower combination (215cmsx215cms minimum)
Water and toilet facilities for disabled people in the same building as for the other campers
Shower seat / shower chair (folding or mobile) approximately 48 cm high
Canteen/restaurant with level entrance or with ramp
Reception easily accessible for the disabled

Miscellaneous

Footpaths and roads are lit
Patrolled grounds
Quiet during the day
Quiet during the night

Weather

The weather on this campsite

Weather forecast

	Thu 21 / 11	Fri 22 / 11	Sat 23 / 11	Sun 24 / 11	Mon 25 / 11	Tue 26 / 11	Wed 27 / 11
Max.	16.3°	8.9°	11.6°	16.5°	18.1°	14.3°	15.1°
Min.	7.3°	2.5°	1.6°	5.5°	9.4°	7.5°	6.7°
Precipitation	95%	95%	0%	5%	75%	15%	0%
Wind direction	NW	W	E	E	NW	NO	NO
Wind speed	4	4	3	2	3	2	2

Climate

	Relative humidity	Precipitation total (mm)	Hours of sunshine
Jan	85%	55	3
Feb	80%	55	4
Mar	73%	58	5
Apr	72%	64	6
May	73%	73	7
Jun	66%	58	8
Jul	66%	41	9
Aug	68%	47	8
Sep	70%	48	7
Oct	78%	52	5
Nov	84%	49	3
Dec	86%	56	3

Average temperature

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Camping Du Lac Mercus
1 Promenade du Camping
09400 / Mercus-Garrabet
France
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42°52'18"N 1°37'20"E
N20 from Foix dir. Andorra. Exit 14 Mercus. In Mercus follow signs Camping du Lac.