Camping Le Val de Cesse

Location

Surroundings

Camping Le Val de Cesse lies in the green Minervois countryside, where vineyards, orchards and Mediterranean vegetation surround the Cesse river. Within 15 kilometres, the scenery remains predominantly rural, with rows of vines, fruit trees, plane-lined waterways, scrubland and small villages linked by quiet country roads. The Canal du Midi adds a distinctive ribbon of water through the landscape, with Le Somail just 2.5 kilometres away. Mirepeisset and neighbouring villages provide the non-rural element: cafés, restaurants, small shops and historic village centres, while Narbonne lies beyond the immediate countryside.

“My first tip for Camping Le Val de Cesse is to take advantage of the fact that there are really two holidays here: the campsite holiday and the river-and-canal holiday. The Cesse is immediately beside the grounds, while the Canal du Midi is only 2.5 kilometres away. I would definitely bring or hire bicycles, because the canal paths make exploring the surrounding villages much more enjoyable than driving everywhere. For families with younger children, the heated pool and paddling area are the obvious starting point. The pool is heated to around 28°C, and the campsite has added playful water features for little ones. When everyone has had enough swimming, head down to the river or the nearby La Garenne leisure area. Accommodation choice is worth considering carefully. The campsite has a mixture of shaded pitches, air-conditioned mobile homes and more unusual lodge-style accommodation, including river-view options. If the river atmosphere appeals, ask about a location with a view towards the Cesse. For food, the onsite restaurant is genuinely useful rather than simply decorative. The menu includes pizzas, salads, homemade dishes, desserts and drinks, while the grocery shop is open daily during the main season. Bread and pastries can also be ordered. If travelling with a dog, this is an unusually well-equipped choice. The campsite is QualiDog certified, accepts dogs and cats, and provides a dog park, shaded walking area and even a dog-washing facility. Finally, leave one completely unplanned afternoon. Sit beneath the trees, listen to the river and let the Minervois do the entertaining.”

— Our camping specialist