Camping *** Bar Snack Restaurant Les Eaux Vives in Chapeauroux

Camping Les Eaux Vives is a family campsite in the heart of nature on the banks of the Allier river , ideal for hikers on the GR470, cyclists on the Via Allier, canoe and kayak enthusiasts and trout fishermen .

Camping Les Eaux Vives in Lozère – Nature campsite on the riverbank in Chapeauroux

Welcome to Camping Les Eaux Vives in Lozère , a nature and family campsite located in Saint Bonnet Laval , in the heart of the wild gorges of the Upper Allier , between Margeride and Pays du Velay .

Located at an altitude of 750 meters , our campsite benefits from an exceptional natural site on the banks of the Allier and Chapeauroux rivers , in a preserved environment ideal for lovers of hiking, fishing, cycling and whitewater sports .

If you are looking for a campsite in Lozère for hikers, cyclists or fishermen, or simply a quiet place to enjoy unspoiled nature, you are in the right place.

An ideal campsite for hikers on the GR470 and nature lovers

Camping Les Eaux Vives is a preferred stop for hikers on the GR470 – Sources and Gorges of the Allier , a famous long-distance hiking route that crosses spectacular landscapes.

From the campsite, set off directly on foot to explore:

• the gorges of the Upper Allier
• the forests of Margeride
• the old Roman roads and paths
• the volcanic landscapes of the Chapeauroux basalt cirque

We regularly welcome hikers on a journey , on foot or following the Stevenson Trail (GR70) located nearby.

Our campsite is an ideal starting point for a hiking holiday in Lozère , in the heart of wild and unspoiled nature.

A perfect stop for cyclists on the Via Allier

Camping Les Eaux Vives is also an ideal stopover for cycle tourists travelling the Via Allier , the cycle route which runs along the Allier river.

After a day of cycling through breathtaking scenery, you can enjoy:

• a quiet and relaxing campsite
• direct access to the river
• a perfect natural setting for recovery.

Cyclists particularly appreciate the family-friendly atmosphere of the campsite , as well as the beauty of the wild Allier gorges .

Canoeing, kayaking and whitewater sports in the Upper Allier gorges

Located on the banks of one of the most beautiful wild rivers in Europe, the campsite is a prime spot for whitewater sports enthusiasts .

In the Upper Allier gorges , you can practice:

• canoe
• kayak
• river descent
• swimming in whitewater

The routes offer spectacular and wild landscapes , in the heart of a preserved natural territory of Lozère.

A paradise for trout fishing in Lozère

Fishing enthusiasts are well aware of the reputation of the rivers of Lozère for trout fishing .

Camping Les Eaux Vives is located in the heart of an area known for the exceptional quality of its waterways, which are classified as first category .

The Allier and Chapeauroux rivers offer:

• wild trout fishing
• pure and pristine waters
• a wide variety of paths.

A true paradise for fishermen in Lozère .

A family-friendly campsite in the heart of an exceptional natural setting

Surrounded by mountains, forests and rivers, Camping Les Eaux Vives is first and foremost a family campsite in the heart of nature, ideal for recharging your batteries.

Here, you can enjoy:

• the calm of a small village in Lozère
• direct access to the river
• numerous nature activities
• in an authentic and preserved setting.

In the village of Chapeauroux , you will also find a small grocery store for your shopping as well as a municipal post office .

Find us: GPS coordinates: 44.838339228292405 / 3.737700181536508

Arriving by train: Chapeauroux SNCF train station (300m from the campsite) Clermont-Ferrand - Nîmes line

Arriving by car: from Le Puy en Velay: N88 – D33 – D31

from Langogne; D988