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Camping de la Gères
SURGERES, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FranceShow on map
4.5Accommodation from € 270,00 per week
- Free cancellation until 15 February
- Only 25% deposit
At a glance
Camping de la Gères is a calm, family-run 3-star campsite in Surgères, Charente-Maritime, in western France. It is ideal for families with young children and for couples who want peace. Its strongest highlight is the heated outdoor pool with paddling pool and water slide, with a château park next door.
- Stars
- 3
- Location
- Surgères, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France
- Type of campsite
- Family campsite
- Setting
- On the banks of the Gères river
- Swimming pool
- Heated outdoor swimming pool
- Wifi
- Free Wifi zones available
- Distance to sea
- About 30 minutes from the Atlantic coast
- Heated Pool With Water Slide
- Château Park At Your Gate
- La Rochelle In 30 Minutes
What does a relaxed family holiday in Charente-Maritime look like? Think of a heated outdoor pool at about 27°, a paddling pool for the little ones and a water slide for the bigger ones, all a short stroll from your front door. Camping de la Gères is a calm, green 3-star campsite in Surgères, made for families with young children and for couples who value peace and quiet. The terrain is flat, grassy and half-shaded, so there is room to play and a cool spot for the picnic table.
Where will you sleep? Choose a mobile home for up to 6 people, a chalet for up to 7, or one of the characterful 'insolite' stays for up to 5 guests. Prefer your own gear? There are pitches for tents and caravans, plus stabilised camper pitches with a service area. Dogs are welcome too, and the campsite carries the Qualidog label, as well as the Qualité Tourisme and Tourisme & Handicap labels.
And beyond the gate? Walk straight into the château park, follow the Gères river, or stroll 600 m into the pedestrian centre of Surgères, where a market takes place three times a week. Prefer a day out? La Rochelle and the Marais Poitevin are about 30 minutes away via the A10 and A837, Rochefort is just as close, and the islands of Ré and Oléron are within an hour.
Our specialists' tip: pair lazy pool afternoons with a day trip to the coast, then end the evening with a relaxed animation, a game of boules or a weekly pony ride. It is the kind of holiday where nobody needs a schedule, and everybody goes home rested.
- Heated Pool With Water SlideOutdoor pool heated to 27°, with a paddling pool and a water slide
- Château Park At Your GateChâteau park and Gères river at the gate, Surgères centre 600 m away
- La Rochelle In 30 MinutesLa Rochelle, the Marais Poitevin and Atlantic beaches, each about 30 minutes away
Why this campsite
✔ Heated Outdoor Pool – Splash around at about 27° with a paddling pool alongside.
✔ Water Slide – Pack swim gear for slide fun in July and August.
✔ Château Park Access – Take a morning stroll straight from the campsite.
✔ Town Centre 600 m – Fetch fresh bread and visit the market on foot.
✔ La Rochelle Day Trip – Plan a full day out, only 30 minutes away.
✔ Marais Poitevin Nearby – Explore the green wetlands, about 30 minutes by car.
✔ Calm Family Setting – Ideal for young children and couples seeking peace.
✔ Dog Friendly – Four-legged friends are welcome on pitches and in rentals.
- Pool
- Kids pool
- Toddler pool
- Outdoor pool
- Water chutes
- Heated pool
- Bathing cap
- Bathing cap not obligatory
- Bermuda
- Bermudas not allowed at pool
- Water Playground
The heated outdoor pool is the sunny heart of the campsite, kept at about 27° so a swim feels inviting even on a fresh morning. A separate paddling pool gives toddlers their own safe corner, and the free water slide adds extra thrills in July and August. The pool is open daily from 10:00 to 19:00 in the warm months. Access works with a wristband, children swim together with an adult, and swim shorts are not allowed at the pool.
- Canoeing
- Aquagym
Fancy a splash with a purpose? Aquagym classes at the pool get the whole family moving, and anglers can wet a line at the fishing spot by the campsite. Keep it simple, keep it fun: it is a relaxed, family-friendly way to enjoy the water without any fuss.
- Fishing allowed
- River
The Gères river flows right alongside the campsite, giving you direct access to a peaceful, green corner of Surgères. Follow the water on a gentle walk into the neighbouring château park, bring a picnic for the riverbank, and let the children spot ducks and dragonflies. A refreshing stroll is always just outside your gate.
The Atlantic coast is only about 30 minutes away by car, which makes a beach day an easy plan. Go further and the islands of Ré and Oléron are within an hour, with sandy shores that are ideal for sandcastles, picnics and sunset walks before heading back to camp.
- Take away available
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Bread Delivery
Peckish? From mid-June to mid-September the snack bar, bar and takeaway meals keep everyone happy, with a TV at the bar for match nights. A collective barbecue is ideal for grilling with new camp friends. Prefer to dine out? The centre of Surgères, 600 m on foot, has bars and restaurants to choose from.
- City bikes to hire
- Pony rides
- Jeu-de-boules
- Tabletennis
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Petanque
- Bicycle hire
Active days start here: challenge the family to a game on the boules pitch, serve up some table tennis, or hire bikes in July and August to explore the area. Little riders will love the weekly pony rides. In Surgères, a multi-sport ground is also waiting for a kick-about.
- Playground
- Table soccer
- Board games
- Animation
- For children
- For Adults
- Evening Entertainment
- Limited in low season
- Animation languages
- French
The campsite team organises daytime and evening animations that keep the mood friendly and relaxed, including a disco evening that wraps up at 22:30. Younger guests head for the play area with its slide, and board games can be borrowed for a cosy family evening or a rainy afternoon.
- Mountain bikes to hire
- Access for persons with reduced mobility
- Exchange currency
- First-aid kit available
- Languages spoken
- English
- French
- Italian
- Bike rentals
- Tourist information
- Payments
- Mastercard
- Visa
- Cash
- Pets allowed
- Dogs allowed
- Cats allowed
- Some accommodations only
- Different pet types allowed
- Small dogs allowed
- Medium dogs allowed
- Category 1 & 2 dogs not allowed
- Dangerous breeds not allowed
- Vaccination record required
- Paved and Gravel Roads
- Charging points
- Parking available next to accommodations
- Pitches for tents
- Pitches for campers and Caravans
- Electricity on pitch
- Sanitary facilities for disabled
- Hot Showers
- Launderette
Stay supple the splashy way: aquagym classes and aqua yoga sessions at the pool are a fun, gentle way to start the day on holiday.
- Free
- Available in all areas
- Available in accommodations (included)
Details
- Location
- Near a river, Near a town
- Terrain
- Flat
- Accommodation type
- Chalet, Pitch, Mobile home
- Suitable for
- Babies and Toddlers (0-3), Children (4-12), Seniors, Adults
- Luxury level
- Standard
- Address
- 10 rue de la Gères - SURGERES, 17700, SURGERES
Click to enlargeThe surroundings
Surgères is a friendly little town in Charente-Maritime, and Camping de la Gères sits right on its doorstep: the pedestrian centre with its shops is 600 m away on foot. Around the site the scenery turns green and leafy, with the Gères river flowing alongside and the château park next door. Further out, the A10 and A837 put you on the road to the coast and the wetlands: La Rochelle, the Marais Poitevin and the Atlantic beaches are all about 30 minutes away, Rochefort is just as close, and the islands of Ré and Oléron lie within an hour.
Distances
- Nearest airport
- La Rochelle - Île de Ré (LRH), 43 km
- Distance from Utrecht
- 915 km
- Distance from Calais
- 733 km
- Local Market
- River
Sights & attractions
- Corderie Royale & Hermione, Rochefort26 kmStep aboard maritime history and admire the Hermione replica.
- Marais Poitevin (Green Venice), Coulon30 kmGlide by punt through emerald canals, then picnic by water.
- Aquarium La Rochelle37 kmSharks and turtles, then a stroll round the old harbour.
- Citadelle de Brouage45 kmWalk the ramparts of a perfectly walled town.
- Roman Arena of Saintes55 kmRoman amphitheatre, triumphal arch and a charming old centre.
- Saint-Martin-de-Ré, Île de Ré64 kmCycle the island, wander the fortified town, find sandy beaches.
- Citadelle du Château-d'Oléron66 kmExplore the fortress, oyster harbours and sandy Oléron beaches.
- Cognac old town67 kmStroll the Charente riverbank and visit cognac cellars.
- Grande Conche, Royan71 kmWide sandy beach for swimming, sandcastles and terrace stops.
- Zoo de La Palmyre, Les Mathes75 kmBig zoo with many species and a children's farm.
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Pets
Dogs are welcome on pitches and in rentals for a supplement of €3 per day, and the campsite holds the Qualidog label for dog-friendly hosting. A vaccination record is required, so keep the paperwork handy for a smooth arrival with your four-legged holiday companion.
Cars and parking
Parking is available at the rentals, so you can unload straight at your door. An electric car charging point is available on site.
Reception
Check-in is from 16:00 and check-out before 10:00. Late arrivals can be arranged in advance, as the barrier closes at 22:00. Rentals carry a deposit of €380. Bikes can be hired through the campsite in July and August, and the team is happy to share tips for the area.
Supermarket
A grocery shop on site covers the basics from spring to autumn, and a bread depot serves fresh bread in July and August. The centre of Surgères, 600 m away, has shops, a bakery, a supermarket and a market three times a week. The campsite also hosts a weekly craft market.
Costs on site
Tourist Tax, Pets, Bedsheets, Bathroom towels, Final Cleaning, Baby Package
Wi-Fi
Free WiFi is available across the whole campsite, so sharing holiday snapshots and checking the route to La Rochelle is easy from your pitch or accommodation.
Tip from our team
The pool opens at 10:00, so plan a lazy breakfast first and make the first splash your reward. Travelling in July or August? Then the water slide is open, and the kids will have a firm favourite. Good to know: pool access works with a wristband, and children swim together with an adult, so plan family swims. Early evening is perfect for a walk from the campsite into the château park and along the Gères river. Market day in Surgères? The pedestrian centre, 600 m away, hosts a market three times a week, so leave the car at camp. La Rochelle is about 30 minutes away: set off early, wander round, and be back for an afternoon dip before 19:00. Ré or Oléron? Both are within an hour, so pack a picnic and make it a full beach day. Travelling with a dog? Pets are welcome on pitches and in rentals at €3 per day, and the site holds the Qualidog label. Pony rides run weekly, so ask at reception on arrival which day suits your little riders.
Reviews
4.5Excellent172 reviews via Tripadvisor
All reviews on Tripadvisor 172 reviews via Tripadvisor
Gtaet small friendly site“We stayed for one night on the 6th May and liked it so much that we booked for another two night on way back up 24 to 26th we love the town of Surgeres, the site is very clean and well laid out with good clean facilities, the bar are is nice with plenty of shade, the pitches are spacious and separated by hedges will definitely return again”
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Loud and oppressive“Camping near shops yes , but hyper noisy, screams ,view of the sanitary facilities, and barking dogs and neighbors' mouths , no fan while heatwave .,Mixed Welcoming or my son gets rebuffed by the manager regarding the pool , unsupervised ok but camera , manager who settles in the pool constantly monitoring our actions . very small and very noisy pool . Silent entertainment, except disco night finished at 10:30 pm. We stayed in a 3-star campsite on the island of re that was worth them, We had to stay 1 week we lasted 5 days, exhausted by the noise and discomfort of the campers surrounding us.”
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Frequently asked questions
Is there wifi at Camping de la Gères?
Yes, free WiFi is available across the whole of Camping de la Gères. You can use it from your pitch or your accommodation. That makes it easy to share holiday snapshots with friends back home, check the route to La Rochelle or look up the weather before a beach day.
Can I bring my dog or cat to Camping de la Gères?
Pets are welcome on the pitches and in the rentals at Camping de la Gères, for a supplement of €3 per day. The campsite holds the Qualidog label for dog-friendly hosting. A vaccination record is required, so keep the paperwork handy for a smooth arrival with your four-legged holiday companion.
Does Camping de la Gères have a swimming pool?
Yes, and it is the sunny heart of the site. The outdoor pool is heated to about 27° and has a separate paddling pool for toddlers. A free water slide adds extra fun in July and August. The pool is open from 10:00 to 19:00, with wristband access. Children swim with an adult, and swim shorts are not allowed.
How far is Camping de la Gères from the beach or a lake?
The Atlantic beaches are about 30 minutes away by car, so a beach day is an easy plan. The islands of Ré and Oléron are within an hour. For water closer to your tent, the Gères river flows right alongside the campsite, perfect for a riverside stroll into the château park.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Camping de la Gères?
Check-in at Camping de la Gères is from 16:00 and check-out is before 10:00. Expecting to arrive later in the evening? Arrange it in advance with the team, as the barrier closes at 22:00. That way you can settle in without any stress after your journey.
Are there restaurants or a supermarket at Camping de la Gères?
On site you will find a grocery shop for the basics, plus a bread depot in July and August. From mid-June to mid-September the snack bar, bar and takeaway meals are open. The centre of Surgères is 600 m away on foot, with a supermarket, a bakery, bars, restaurants and a market three times a week.
Is Camping de la Gères suitable for families with children?
Very much so. This calm, green campsite is made for families with young children. The terrain is flat, grassy and half-shaded, and the heated pool comes with a paddling pool and water slide. There is also a play area with a slide, weekly pony rides, relaxed animations and a boules pitch for the whole family.
What does a week at Camping de la Gères look like?
Day 1: arrive from 16:00, settle in and stroll into the château park. Day 2: a lazy pool morning from 10:00, with the water slide in July and August. Day 3: a day trip to La Rochelle, about 30 minutes away. Day 4: visit the Surgères market, then play boules. Day 5: explore the Marais Poitevin or Rochefort. Day 6: a beach day on Ré or Oléron. Day 7: a pony ride, an aquagym class and a farewell evening with the campsite animation.
Which accommodation can I book at Camping de la Gères?
Camping de la Gères offers mobile homes for up to 6 people, chalets for up to 7 and characterful 'insolite' stays for up to 5 guests. Prefer your own gear? There are pitches for tents and caravans, plus stabilised camper pitches with a service area. The site is also labelled Qualité Tourisme and Tourisme & Handicap.
How far is Camping de la Gères from the Netherlands?
From Utrecht it is about 915 km by road to Camping de la Gères, and from Calais about 733 km, so many families break the journey with an overnight stop. Flying? La Rochelle – Île de Ré airport (LRH) is 43 km away. The A10 and A837 lead you straight to Surgères.
What is there to do for kids at Camping de la Gères?
Children are never short of options. There is a paddling pool, a water slide in July and August, a play area with a slide, table tennis, a boules pitch and bike hire in summer. The team also organises daytime and evening animations and weekly pony rides, and board games can be borrowed for rainy afternoons.
Can we visit La Rochelle and the islands from Camping de la Gères?
Easily. From Camping de la Gères, La Rochelle, the Marais Poitevin and the Atlantic beaches are each about 30 minutes away, and Rochefort is just as close. The islands of Ré and Oléron are within an hour. Set off after breakfast, then be back for an afternoon dip in the pool before it closes at 19:00.
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