Camping Le Lidon

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The well maintained family campsite Le Lidon is located in Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud, the marshy part of the Marais Poitevin. The campsite is an oasis of peace and quiet. The camping pitches are spacious (90 - 120 m2), although there is little or no demarcation. There is ample shade everywhere. Some pitches are adjacent to the small canal. On the campsite (some 3 ha) there are rental mobile homes, some of which look like a gypsy caravan. You can also hire several types of tents.

Lovely swimming and food

There is a small lawn near the heated swimming pool (160 m2) with toddler pool. There are water aerobics lessons and water polo competitions in the pool in peak season. Next to the campsite is a restaurant/bar with a small menu. They also do take-away meals. There is a limited choice of regional products, but fresh bread is available on a daily basis.

Entertainment for all

There is a small playground for children and an entertainment programme in peak season (English and French). Take part in the outdoor games and party games. From the campsite you can follow signposted cycling and walking routes. You can make a boat or canoe trip from the jetty to one of the canals of the Marais Poitevin Nature Reserve. The nature area is also excellent for walking.

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The wetland region of Marais Poitevin is also referred to as the 'Venice of France'. The region knows three zones: a coastal zone, the reclaimed marshland and the wet marshland. Highly recommended: explore the marshy regions with a punt (a traditional flat-bottom boat) with a skipper and pay a visit to the Abbey of the Marai in Maillezais.

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"Quiet, cosy and natural campsite in the rural area of the Marais (= lots of water). Swimming pool and children's pool. Nice toilet block. Many fishing possibilities, ideal for cycling. Rental of boats and canoes."

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Reviews (560)

Average rating: 8.5

Toilet facilities: 8.0
Staff: 9.5
Price - quality comparison: 8.0
Entertainment: 8.8
Sports facilities: 8.0
Swimming pool: 8.0
Surroundings: 9.4

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Euan C, on this campsite in September 2024
7.0

Travelling party: Seniors

Liked - Very relaxing and quiet site at this time of year, September. Nice clean facilities. Really like the area.
Disliked - Didn’t think it worth paying extra for waterside pitches.
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Jake T, on this campsite in August 2024
8.5

Travelling party: Family with children, 12 - 18 years

Liked - Tranquility, simplicity, environment. We had hoped to arrive at the campsite early afternoon but an earlier delay caused us to arrive early evening. We couldn’t make use of the river or take a bike ride as we had hoped. Reception were friendly and helpful. Would have been nice to stop longer. A good site for family time (poor mobile data signal). Games room at le lidon in better condition than the 4 star coastal site we had been to.
Disliked - We weren’t sure where to go or what to do once we had arrived. Went to the restaurant (closest to the gate), we were advised to drive through the gate and go to reception. Gate didn’t open so reversed caravan out, a car went through, gate opened, tried again, gate didn’t open. Someone from reception came out and advised we parked in the car park and walked to reception to check in. We did and after could drive in. Access very tight for a 7.5m caravan a longer twin axle caravan could be a problem.
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Johanna B, on this campsite in June 2024
10.0

Travelling party: Single

Liked - I recommend everything - the peace, the nature, the courteous hospitality, information about the area, the restaurant…
Disliked - None :)
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Adrian F, on this campsite in June 2024
10.0

Liked - We was greeted by the owner and family who was really friendly and welcoming.
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Samantha B, on this campsite in September 2023
10.0

Travelling party: Single

Liked - The tent was comfortable and the location was beautiful
Disliked - No handsoap at sinks
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Hatty M, on this campsite in August 2023
10.0

Travelling party: Family with children, 12 - 18 years

Liked - The staff were incredible - so helpful and friendly and always keeping everything clean etc
Disliked - I would have liked the restaurant to have had a little more choice and be open more hours (it may not have been as we were there end of season)
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James K, on this campsite in July 2023
9.0

Travelling party: Young couple

Liked - Very relaxing
Disliked - Bar wasn’t open during the day
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Steve N, on this campsite in July 2022
8.5

Travelling party: Seniors

Liked - Quite, although fairly busy. We came here a few years ago and it was very quite and we loved that about the site. Even though much busier we enjoyed our week and would certainly return again.
Disliked - No
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Julie B, on this campsite in June 2022
9.0

Liked - Area is fantastic for cycling on level tracks/roads & pAthways. We loved our 3 day stay.
Disliked - Not the easiest area to navigate. A good map would help but wasn’t really available. Sat Nav not much help
for cycling.
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Maud C, on this campsite in May 2022
10.0

Travelling party: Young couple

Liked - Le camping est plus comme un parc arboré, on s’y sent vraiment bien. Nous étions là debut juin et c’était très calme.
Les parties communes étaient propres et avec une bonne intimité.
Le personnel était accueillant et les propriétaires clairement passionnés par leur métier et le marais poitevin.
On a passé un super séjour. Je recommande 100% le camping du Lidon pour découvrir la partie sauvage du marais!
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Facilities

General information

Guide price 1: €28.90
Guide price 2: €42.90
Period of opening: 08-05-2024 till 15-09-2024
Area: 4 ha
Number of touring pitches: 115 (90 - 120m²)
Number of camper pitches: 5
Number of accommodation units for hire: 30
Campsite suitable for disabled persons: 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:160 m2
- period:01-07/31-08
- Heated:Yes
Dog(s) in high season (on lead)
- Max. total:2
Mobile homes
- total:8

Internet

Mobile internet
- Type:3G
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

Pitch amenities

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

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 | charcoal
Own boats permitted

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
Heated toilet facilities
Individual washcabins: hot water
Individual washcabins: cold water
Standard toilets
Toilet paper provided
Chemical toilet disposal point
Showers: hot water
Showers: cold water
A shower (150 cmsx150 cms minimum) and a toilet (165x220cms or 190cmsx190cms 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 has toilet adapted for disabled people
Baby room

Ground and vegetation

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

Washing, washing-up, cooking

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

Food, drink and groceries

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

Rental accommodations

Mobile homes
- total:8
Bungalows/chalets
- total:3
Caravans
- total:1
Tents
- bungalow tents (total: 18)

Available to hire at the campsite

Refrigerators
Bicycles
Mountainbikes
Kayaks
Rowing-boats
Electric bikes

Swimming

Outdoor swimming pool
- surface area:160 m2
- period:01-07/31-08
- Heated:Yes
Toddlers' pool (ages 1-3, < 40 cm)
- surface area:16 m2
- period:01-07/31-08
- Heated:Yes

Wellness

Massage

Water sports and recreation

Fishing
Jetty/buoy
Own boats permitted

For children

Children's playground: large
Toddlers' pool (ages 1-3, < 40 cm)
- surface area:16 m2
- period:01-07/31-08
- Heated:Yes
Entertainment programme: Children (at least 2x a week - h.s.)
- languages:French
- period:01-07/31-08
Children's playground: small
Games room
Indoor playground
Baby room
Bouncy castle

Sport and games

Table tennis table
Jeu de boules alley(s)
Archery
Canoes

Recreation (adults)

Entertainment for children from 13 to 18 years (at least 2x a week)
- languages:French
- period:01-07/31-08
Entertainment programme: Adults (at least 2x a week - h.s.)
- languages:French
- period:01-07/31-08
Fishing
Cycle routes starting at the camp site
- level:average | easy
Marked out walking routes near the camp site
- level:average | easy
Games room
Pool or billiards
Television
Guided walks
- period:01-07/31-08

Situation of campsite

Situated on river/stream (max. 0.1 km)
Shopping opportunities in the vicinity (< 10 km)
- distance:3 km

For motorhomes

Motorhomes allowed
Special facilities for motorhomes
- electrical hook-up optional (Max. electricity: 10 ampère)
Special pitches for motorhomes
- Surface area:80 m2
- Amount:5
Also suitable for motorhomes > 8m and > 4 tonnes
- weight:10000 kg
Motorhome pitch surface
- surface:paved

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
Door-springs light enough (3-4 kgs pressure)
A shower (150 cmsx150 cms minimum) and a toilet (165x220cms or 190cmsx190cms 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
Canteen/restaurant has toilet adapted for disabled people
Reception easily accessible for the disabled

Miscellaneous

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

Weather

The weather on this campsite

Weather forecast

	Tue 12 / 11	Wed 13 / 11	Thu 14 / 11	Fri 15 / 11	Sat 16 / 11	Sun 17 / 11	Mon 18 / 11
Max.	12.3°	10.6°	11.9°	12.4°	12.4°	12.8°	10.8°
Min.	6.4°	6.7°	6.2°	6.6°	5.8°	8.6°	6.3°
Precipitation	55%	5%	5%	0%	10%	70%	45%
Wind direction	N	NO	NO	E	E	NW	NW
Wind speed	4	5	4	4	3	4	3

Climate

	Relative humidity	Precipitation total (mm)
Jan	86%	71
Feb	85%	39
Mar	81%	56
Apr	79%	88
May	81%	50
Jun	79%	45
Jul	81%	57
Aug	80%	45
Sep	79%	76
Oct	81%	98
Nov	81%	133
Dec	84%	107

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Camping Le Lidon
Lieu-dit Lidon
79210 / St. Hilaire-la-Palud
France
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46°17'3"N 0°44'36"W
From Niort N11 continue in direction Rochefort, turn right onto D3, just past St. Hilaire-la-Palud take Lidon exit on the right. Indicated from here.

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Lovely swimming and food

Entertainment for all

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Average rating: 8.5

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