Campsite Aubrac
Wake up to a view of the lake on the horizon. A campground in Aubrac lets you explore the landscapes of the Massif Central while enjoying the comfort of lodging or the freedom of a campsite. Located between the Aveyron and Cantal departments, enjoy your vacation at your own pace, with hiking, cultural sites, water activities, and quality time together in the great outdoors.
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Why choose a campground in Aubrac?
A Region Full of Character in the Massif Central
The Aubrac region unfolds across vast open spaces, featuring rolling hills, stone villages, and rural traditions. Here, days are best spent outdoors, moving at the pace of the landscape and your own desires.
From a campground in the Massif Central, explore the landscapes of the Carladez, the Aubrac Regional Nature Park, and the Truyère Valley. With its plateaus, valleys, and villages, the region offers an ideal setting for nature-focused vacations.
Hikes, trails, and unspoiled landscapes
Hiking is one of the best ways to explore the Aubrac. The marked trails wind through open landscapes, forests, and terrain shaped by rivers. The GR 465 connects the Cantal Mountains to the Lot Valley along a 132-km route between Murat and Conques.
For a more accessible outing, the Sentiers de l’imaginaire offer a fun way to explore the Carladez region. Whether on foot or by bike, adjust the distance and pace to suit the children’s ages, the weather, and your mood for the day.
Heritage and Local Flavors
A vacation in Aubrac also tells a story of castles, villages, and local craftsmanship. The castles of Valon and Pesteils are highlights of the area’s attractions. In Laguiole, the cutlery industry reminds visitors just how much craftsmanship is woven into the local identity.
The journey continues at the table with the region’s cheeses and traditional recipes. Aligot, Cantal, Salers, and tarte à la tome are highlights of any culinary adventure. In Thérondels, the cheese cooperative offers a chance to sample “Le Thérondels” cheese.
After a day of exploring, gather for a meal and sample the region’s products. The Aubrac region is best experienced through both its landscapes and the flavors that accompany them.
What kind of lodging should you choose for a camping vacation in Aubrac?
Stay at La Source Campground, near Lake Sarrans
La Source Campground welcomes you to Thérondels, in Aveyron, in the Carladez region. Located right on the shores of Lake Sarrans—a Natura 2000 site—it is close to the Laussac peninsula and its beach.
The lake and the Truyère Valley lend your stay a distinctly natural atmosphere. From the moment you wake up, the scenery sets the tone for breakfast on the terrace and your first plans for the day. A swim, a walk, or a day trip? The choice is yours.
From the campground, head out to Valon Castle, the Sentiers de l’imaginaire, Laguiole, Conques, or the Aubrac Regional Nature Park. When you return, simply enjoy the tranquility of the lake.
Rated 4 stars, La Source offers services and amenities that let you alternate between outings and days spent on-site. The water park features an outdoor pool, a wading pool, and a water slide. At the L’Annexe restaurant, bistro-style cuisine made with local ingredients is complemented by a bar and takeout service during operating hours.
Mobile homes, chalets, lodges, or open-air campsites
Near the lake, there’s something for everyone. Accommodations at La Source campground include mobile homes, chalets, and lodges that can accommodate, depending on the category, four to eight people. Amenities, the number of bedrooms, and the layout vary depending on the type of accommodation booked.
Want to try something different? Tipis, lodge tents, lodges on stilts, or Robinson Boats let you get even closer to nature. Before booking, check the description of each rental for restroom facilities, capacity, amenities, and terrace layout.
Are you traveling with your own tent, trailer, or RV? The campsites, arranged in terraces and bordered by vegetation, range in size from 80 to 120 m². Depending on the site you choose, they may include an electrical hookup, a water hookup, or private restroom facilities.
Whether you choose fully equipped accommodations or the great outdoors, your choice still offers the comfort you’d expect from a 4-star campground —and that proximity to the lake that gives your stay its unique charm.
What can you do during a camping trip in Aubrac?
Enjoy Lake Sarrans
Lake Sarrans naturally sets the pace for vacations at La Source. The campground offers direct access to the beach on the Laussac Peninsula, where swimming is supervised during the summer. On the water, canoeing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, pedal boats, and boats that don’t require a license let you enjoy the lake to the fullest, depending on what’s available.
Fishing enthusiasts can also set up shop by the water’s edge, while a boat launch area is available for personal watercraft. In July and August, an inflatable water park rounds out the activities offered on the lake.
Getting Active in Nature
The area around the campground offers many opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors. Hiking, biking, mountain biking, via ferrata, zip-lining, and horseback riding provide a variety of activities suited to all ages and interests.
The Sarrans Dam is another great outing option. Its observation deck and educational signs let you learn how the hydroelectric facility works while taking in views of the Truyère Valley.
Staying at a campground in Aveyron lets you enjoy this diversity of landscapes. For those seeking above all peace and quiet and wide-open spaces, a campground in the countryside extends this immersion in a natural environment.
Exploring the Villages and Heritage Around Aubrac
From Thérondels, set out to explore the Carladez region and the surrounding villages. The village’s cheese cooperative, in particular, offers a chance to discover local products and craftsmanship.
Heritage enthusiasts can continue on to Valon Castle or head to Laguiole, known for its knife-making tradition. Between villages, landscapes, and local specialties, the surrounding area offers numerous opportunities for excursions to discover the different facets of the Aubrac region.
At La Source Campground, there are several lodging options to enjoy your vacation in Aubrac:
- mobile homes, chalets, and lodges for 4 to 8 people, depending on the category;
- unique accommodations, such as teepees, lodge tents, lodges on stilts, or the Robinson Boat;
- open-air campsites for tents, trailers, or RVs.
Amenities and capacities vary depending on the accommodation you choose.
A camping vacation in Aubrac offers a variety of outdoor activities:
- hiking, biking, and mountain biking;
- canoeing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and fishing on Lake Sarrans;
- horseback riding, via ferrata, and zip-lining;
- exploring Laguiole, Thérondels, and the villages of Carladez.
The activities available may vary depending on the time of year.
Yes. From La Source Campground, you have direct access to the developed beach on the Laussac Peninsula, where swimming is supervised in the summer. The campground also features a water park with an outdoor pool, a wading pool, and a water slide. In July and August, an inflatable water park adds to the activities on Lake Sarrans.
Yes. La Source Campground offers accommodations that can sleep up to 8 people, a water park, sports fields, and play areas. There is also a kids’ club for children ages 5 to 12 in July and August. Please check the available services and activities based on your travel dates.