family holidays

All the answers to your questions

fishing camping vendee Do I need a fishing licence to fish on the campsite?

No. The ponds are private and form an integral part of the campsite. Fishing is free during your stay.

fishing camping vendee Do I need to bring my own fishing gear?

Yes, if you are an experienced angler, please bring your own tackle. However, our grocery shop has a few items for sale. For children wishing to try their hand at fishing, we offer rod hire (€7/stay). During introductory fishing activities for children, the equipment is provided by the instructor.

schedule What are the arrival times?

  • For a bare pitch, arrival is from 2pm and departure until 12am.
  • For rental accommodation, arrival is from 4pm and departure until 10am.

barbecues Are barbecues permitted?

Gas and charcoal barbecues are permitted on our campsite. You are free to bring your own. We also offer the possibility of hiring a charcoal barbecue (booking required): €5 per day or €30 per week.

notes What do I need to plan for my arrival?

On arrival, please bring proof of identity, your vehicle registration numbers, your pet's health record and two deposits for the accommodation: €100 for cleaning and €300 for any damage to the accommodation (payment can be made by cheque, cash or bank card, and via our partner SWIKLY). We would remind you that this information and these formalities should normally be provided 30 days before your arrival, in order to facilitate the reception process on site.

car How do I park my vehicle(s) at the campsite?

For each stay on a bare pitch or rental, one vehicle is permitted on the pitch. If you have a second vehicle, you have the choice of leaving it free of charge in the outside car park or parking it on your pitch for a daily supplement (€3 per day per vehicle).

calendar When is the campsite open?

The campsite is open from 4 April to 30 September 2026.

schedule What are the reception times?

Reception is open from 10am to 12pm and from 3pm to 5pm from 01/03 to 31/03.
(open Monday to Saturday)
Reception is open from 9am to 12pm and from 2pm to 6pm from 04/04 to 28/06 and from 14/09 to 02/11.
(open Monday to Saturday and Sunday mornings from 9am to 12pm)
Reception is open from 8.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and from 1.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. every day from 29/06 to 13/09.

schedule What are the gate opening times?

The access barrier is operational from 8am to 11pm. After 11pm, you can park your vehicle in the car park outside. If you plan to leave before 8am, please park your vehicle in the car park the evening before. Your barrier code is for 1 vehicle only. Please note that the speed limit on the campsite is 10 km/h.

schedule What are the opening times and dates for the swimming pool?

The indoor heated swimming pool and children's paddling pool are open from 4 April to 30 September. The ZEN swimming pool is open from 4 April to 30 September 2026. During the low season, opening times are from 10am to 6pm non-stop every day, and during the July/August high season, they are extended to 10am to 7pm non-stop every day.

schedule What are the opening times and dates for the snack bar?

The snack bar is open in low season, from April to 5 July, during school holidays and bank holidays, from 7pm to 8pm. In high season, July and August, it is open every evening from 7pm to 9.30pm.
The bar is open in low season, from April to 5 July, on holiday evenings and bank holidays, from 6.30pm to 9.30pm. In high season, during the summer holidays in July and August, it is open from 4pm to 11pm.

notes What do I need to pack for my stay?

For all rental accommodation, please bring your own pillowcases (50×50 square format), as well as sheets and blankets. You can also hire cloth sheets (€10 for a pair of sheets for a single bed and €14 for a double bed), as well as blankets if necessary (€5 for a small one and €7 for a large one).
Please note: only in the PREMIUM SPA range are these services included: sheets, blankets and towels.

Where are the nearest supermarkets?

The nearest supermarkets are in Challans, around 10 kilometres from the campsite. For quick purchases or last-minute needs, there is a mini-market in the centre of Saint-Christophe-du-Ligneron, just 2 kilometres from the campsite. It is open from Monday to Sunday morning.

What shops and services are nearby?

Just 1.5 kilometres from the campsite, in the heart of Saint-Christophe-du-Ligneron town centre, you'll find a full range of services: a mini-market, a bakery, a mobile grocery shop (on Tuesdays), a chemist, a tobacconist, a bar, two banks, a hairdresser, a florist, a snack bar, as well as a variety of health professionals such as doctors, dentists, physiotherapists, nurses, chiropodists, osteopaths, taxis and even a pet board.

information What services are available for hire?

We offer a selection of equipment for hire, including televisions (only for the traditional 4-person range, as they are already included in the others), gas barbecues, cots and high chairs (for hire separately or together), cloth sheets and fishing rods.

wifi What internet access is available?

The campsite offers Wi-Fi access on all pitches. The rate is €10 for a week or €3 for a day (24 hours). These rates are valid for connection to one device at a time. If you wish to connect several devices simultaneously, you must purchase a code for each device.

information What to do in the event of cancellation

When you make your booking, we strongly recommend that you take out the cancellation insurance offered by the campsite (information in our download section).

1) Notify the campsite of your inability to stay as soon as the event preventing your departure occurs. We will study your request and advise you accordingly.
2) If you have taken out cancellation insurance with the campsite, please contact the NEAT insurance company as soon as possible:

By post: NEAT - 117 Quai de Bacalan, 33300 BORDEAUX
By email: sinistre@neat.eu or serviceclient@neat.eu
Via the website: https://www.neat.eu/

short Are swimming shorts allowed at the pool?

No. Only swimming trunks or shorts are allowed in the pool area. If you've forgotten your swimming trunks or briefs, don't worry, men's swimming trunks (adults and children) are available from the grocery shop. No clothing other than swimming trunks will be allowed in the pool. Wetsuits are only permitted for babies.

information How far is the nearest beach?

The nearest beaches are in Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie and Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, 20 km away.

information Are there shuttles to the beach?

No.

What are the nearest markets?

The markets to visit are Challans and Saint Gilles Croix de Vie.

walks Are there any walking and cycling routes near the campsite?

A cycle path is just 500m from the campsite, linking up with a number of networks in the department. There are also 2 signposted footpaths in Saint Christophe du Ligneron.
There is also a footpath leading to the town centre from the campsite.

information Is the campsite VACAF approved?

Yes, Camping Paradis Domaine de Bellevue is VACAF approved.

information Do you accept holiday vouchers?

Yes, Camping Paradis Domaine de Bellevue accepts holiday vouchers.

Are pets allowed on the campsite?

Pets are welcome on the campsite, but must be kept on a lead for a supplement of €5 per day. It is strictly forbidden to leave your pet alone in your accommodation or on the bare pitch. 1st and 2nd category dogs are not allowed on the campsite. We require your pet to be vaccinated, chipped or tattooed and treated for fleas. It is also compulsory to pick up after your dog, and we provide free pick-up bags on request. Please note that pets are not allowed in PREMIUM accommodation.

notes What type of electrical socket for bare pitches?

The campsite offers two types of electrical connection, on different plots: French and European. Please note that the campsite is equipped with a 90% European connection. When booking, please specify your preferences, and we will do our best to meet your needs at reception. If in doubt, remember to bring your European electrical connection, and of course, don't forget your extension lead.

car How can I recharge my electric car?

The campsite does not currently have a charging point for electric cars. However, you will find the necessary facilities just 10km from the campsite, in the town of Challans.
As a reminder, it is strictly forbidden to recharge your electric car by plugging in at your accommodation, or at one of the campsite's electricity points for bare pitches.

baby Are babies included in the accommodation capacity?

Babies are taken into account in the accommodation's capacity. This means that the maximum number of people in mobile homes must not be exceeded.

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