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Flower Camping La Rivière
Saint-Maime, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, FranceShow on map
4.0Accommodation from € 259,00 per week
- Free cancellation until 15 February
- Only 25% deposit
At a glance
Flower Camping La Rivière is a 3-star family camping in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France, located beside the Largue River in the Dordogne Valley. It offers swimming, water activities, and direct river access, making it ideal for families seeking nature and authentic French charm.
- Stars
- 3
- Location
- Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France
- Type of campsite
- Family campsite
- Swimming pool
- Heated swimming pool available
- Activities
- Swimming, canoeing, kids' club, playgrounds, sports fields, bike rental
- Pets allowed
- Yes
- Food and drink facilities
- Restaurant, bar, snack bar
- Outdoor Pool With Water Slide
- Direct Access To Le Largue
- Luberon Lavender And Colorado Provençal
What does Provence look like when it is all about easy-going family time? It looks like Flower Camping La Rivière in Saint-Maime: a friendly 3-star campsite where the meadow runs down to the river Le Largue, a pond sits at the edge of the grounds and the surrounding hills smell of thyme and lavender.
Where do the children end up? Pretty much everywhere. The 150 m² outdoor pool has a water slide, a paddling pool and water games, and the mini-farm is a firm favourite with younger guests. In July and August the kids' club for ages 4-10 runs crafts and treasure hunts, while teens and adults get sports tournaments, water games and evening shows. Add a multisport pitch, boules, table tennis and a playground, and nobody will be bored.
Where do you sleep? Choose a mobile home or lodge, or pitch your tent, caravan or camper on a pitch separated by tall deciduous trees and high hedges, so there is shade and a little privacy in the summer sun. The owners, Manu and Erick, keep the atmosphere warm and family-oriented, and the bar-restaurant makes dinner easy after a day out.
And beyond the gate? Forcalquier is 6 km away, Manosque about 15 km, the ochre cliffs of Colorado Provençal in Rustrel 23 km and the Gorges du Verdon 50 km. Pack the swimsuits and the sun cream: this is Provence at a human pace.
- Outdoor Pool With Water Slide150 m² outdoor pool with a water slide, paddling pool and sunny solarium for the whole family
- Direct Access To Le LargueNatural river pools right beside the site, plus a private fishing pond and mini-farm
- Luberon Lavender And Colorado ProvençalColorado Provençal 23 km away, with Valensole lavender fields and the Verdon area close by
Why this campsite
✔ Pool And Slide – Perfect for children who never want to get out
✔ River Le Largue – Swim, paddle or fish right beside the site
✔ Mini-Farm – Little animal lovers will beg for an extra visit
✔ Kids' Club – Ages 4-10, crafts and treasure hunts in summer
✔ Shaded Pitches – Tall trees and hedges give cool, private spots
✔ Lavender Country – Valensole plateau and Luberon hills on your doorstep
✔ Family Atmosphere – Friendly owners who know guests by name
✔ Pets Welcome – Dogs are welcome on pitches and in selected rentals
- Pool
- Toddler pool
- Outdoor pool
- Water park included
- Water chutes
- Kids slides
- Sunbeds and Umbrellas - Pool
- Sunbeds included
- Sun umbrella included
- Bathing cap
- Bathing cap not obligatory
- Bermuda
- Bermudas not allowed at pool
- Water Playground
- Kids spray park
La Rivière has one outdoor pool of 150 m², with a maximum depth of 1.8 m. It is a proper family playground: a water slide for the brave, a paddling pool with water games for the little ones, and a solarium with sunbeds, loungers and parasols for the grown-ups. The pool is unheated, which makes it wonderfully refreshing on a hot Provence afternoon. It is open from mid-June to mid-September, daily from 10:00-20:00, and is included in your stay. A pool wristband is required, and swim shorts are not allowed, so pack swimming trunks. In summer, water polo is also organised in the pool.
- Waterskiing
- Kayaking10 km
- Canoeing10 km
- Fishing
- Catch & release
Water fun starts right at the campsite, where you can swim in the natural pools of the river Le Largue and fish in the private pond. Fancy a paddle? Rent a canoe-kayak and glide along the Largue and the Durance. A water-sports base is 10 km away, and water polo is organised in the campsite pool. Great for active families.
- Lake
- Pebble beach
- Public beach
- Watersports available10 km
- Canoe/Kayak for hire
- Fishing allowed
- Catch and release
- Pond lake
- Direct Access
- River
- Cycling routes
The river Le Largue flows right beside the campsite, making it one of the most special features of the site. It is known for its small natural pools, which are perfect for a refreshing dip and a spot of paddling. Anglers will love the private fishing pond on site, reserved for guests. For a bigger lake, Lac d'Esparron is about 22 km away.
- Restaurant
- Pizzeria
- Grill
- Take away available
- Snack bar
The bar-restaurant, snack bar and pizzeria welcome you in high season, with dinner service in the evenings, so after a day out you can simply sit down and relax. Breakfast, half-board, takeaway dishes and picnic baskets for your excursions are also available. In July and August you can order bread, and small producers' markets add a taste of local Provence to your holiday.
- Volleybal
- Archery
- Climbing
- Horseback riding
- Jeu-de-boules
- Tabletennis
- Hiking
- Fishing
Plenty to do, free of charge: a multisport pitch, football, basketball, volleyball, boules, table tennis, baby-foot, a fitness area and a playground. Fishing in the private pond and organised hikes are also on offer, and the mini-farm is a hit with little ones. Nearby, you can try horse riding, paragliding and canoe-kayak.
- Playground
- Animation
- For children
- For Adults
- Limited in low season
- Animation languages
- French
In July and August, the fun is included in your stay. The kids' club for ages 4-10 runs crafts and treasure hunts from Monday to Friday, 11:00-12:00. Teens and adults can join sports tournaments and water games from 16:00-18:00, every day except Saturday. Evenings bring night swimming, dance nights and shows for the whole family, all in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.
- Night Watchman
- Exchange currency
- First-aid kit available
- Languages spoken
- English
- French
- German
- Payments
- Mastercard
- Visa
- Cash
- Pets allowed
- Dogs allowed
- Cats allowed
- Breads
- Paved and Gravel Roads
- Sand roads
- Pitches for tents
- Pitches for campers and Caravans
- Launderette
- Washing machines
- Clothes dryers
- Outdoor fitness
- Yoga Sessions
- Fitness / stretching
Keep fit in the fitness area on site. After a day of exploring, you can also book a massage or treatment with essential oils, ideal for stretching tired legs in the Provence sun.
- Paid subscription
- Available in all areas
Details
- Location
- Near a river
- Terrain
- Flat, Wooded
- Distance sea/lake
- Directly on the lake
- Accommodation type
- Bungalow, Chalet, Safari tent, Mobile home, Tiny house
- Suitable for
- Babies and Toddlers (0-3), Children (4-12), Teenagers (13+), Seniors, Adults
- Luxury level
- Standard
- Address
- Les Côtes - Saint-Maime 596, 04300, Saint-Maime
Click to enlargeThe surroundings
La Rivière lies in the Luberon regional nature park, at an altitude of 370 m, on the banks of Le Largue, a tributary of the Durance. The surrounding hills are covered in thyme and lavender, and the Valensole lavender plateau and the Durance valley are close by. The village of Saint-Maime is 2 km away, and Forcalquier, with its bustling old centre, is 6 km down the road. Manosque, the nearest larger town, is about 15 km away. It is a peaceful, green corner of Provence with plenty of space to roam.
Distances
- Distance sea/lake
- Directly on the lake
- Nearest airport
- Marseille Provence Airport (MRS), 94 km
- Distance from Utrecht
- 1273 km
- Distance from Calais
- 1139 km
Getting there by bus
Public transport stop within about 1,000 m of the campsite
- Supermarket
- Petrol station
Sights & attractions
- Saint-Maime2 kmcharming village, ideal for a first stroll
- Forcalquier6 kmlively Provençal old town with a great atmosphere
- Manosque15 kmthe nearest larger town for shopping and terraces
- Lac d'Esparron22 kmsparkling lake for swimming and boat trips
- Colorado Provençal23 kmfiery ochre cliffs, a photographer's dream
- Gorges du Verdon50 kmbreathtaking canyon scenery and turquoise water
Valensole lavender plateau – close by – purple fields that glow in summer
Lurs – nearby – picturesque hilltop village full of Provençal character
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Pets
Dogs are welcome on pitches (maximum 2 per pitch) and in selected rentals, where dogs up to 10 kg are accepted. Please bring the vaccination booklet. In high season, the fee is €4 per night per animal. Not every rental accepts pets, so tell us when you book and we will find the right one.
Cars and parking
Parking is included, with one space per rental, and cars can stay on your pitch. The grounds are fenced, with an automatic barrier and gates closed at night, so your car is safe and the site stays peaceful.
Reception
Reception is open 08:00-20:00 in July and August and 09:00-12:00 and 13:00-18:00 outside high season. Rentals can be accessed from 16:00 and must be vacated by 10:00. Pitches are available from 12:00 until 12:00 on departure. Hire of bed linen, a fridge and baby kit is available. Staff speak French, English and German.
Supermarket
The small shop on site is open from May to September and sells fresh bread daily, which is perfect for breakfast. The nearest supermarkets are in Forcalquier, 6 km away, and Manosque, about 15 km away.
Costs on site
Tourist tax, pets, bedsheets, bathroom towels, extra vehicles, Tv, Final Cleaning, EV Charging
Wi-Fi
Wifi is available on the site, with 30 minutes per day per device free at reception. For longer sessions, extra time can be purchased.
Additional information
Address: Les Côtes - Saint-Maime, 596, 04300 Saint-Maime Region: Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence) Pharmacy: about 4 km Public transport stop: within about 1 km Nearest town: Forcalquier, 6 km
Tip from our team
We know La Rivière as a place where families switch off quickly, and these are our tips from experience. We recommend heading to the pool on the first morning, because the water slide is the quickest way to make friends with the other children. Pack proper swimming trunks, as swim shorts are not allowed in the pool, and collect your pool wristband at reception. We recommend booking a canoe-kayak and paddling Le Largue, which is a calm and memorable way to see the Luberon from the water. Bring a fishing rod for the private pond, as anglers staying on the site can use it. We suggest visiting Colorado Provençal in Rustrel, 23 km away, early in the day, when the ochre colours are at their most dramatic. For the Gorges du Verdon, 50 km away, we recommend ordering a picnic basket from the campsite and making a full day of it. Lavender lovers should visit the Valensole plateau in summer. If you are travelling with a dog, we advise checking at booking which rentals accept pets. Finally, we recommend a late afternoon on the terrace of the bar-restaurant after a day out, while the children play nearby.
Reviews
4.0Very good191 reviews via Tripadvisor
All reviews on Tripadvisor 191 reviews via Tripadvisor
A moment of happiness engraved in our hearts“Discovering this campsite was a real success - as much for the children as for the adults! The campsite is family-friendly, the staff welcoming and warm. A big THANK YOU especially to the campsite managers! They are incredible! Flexible, available, generous, smiling and motivated - truly an excellent welcome! The mobile home was well equipped, the play areas for young and old were very good and the pool allowed us to cool off at any time. The restaurant's food is great! And the entertainment made the whole family happy! Respect for the cardio of Manu and Lise! Our children keep dancing at home now ;-) There are so many beautiful things to say about this campsite... In summary I would say: Our children cried when we left, and we did too, we had a tear in our eye.”
NatalieY5811- La Rivière Campsite
“For us, a super 2-week stay, a campsite with a warm welcome, we lack nothing there, and a very good atmosphere, the pitches are well-shaded, and all this located in a green setting, and bravo to the very dynamic team. We highly recommend it 🙂. Sylvain and Mélanie”
sylvains883 
Great potential, but far from the advertised standard“We stayed in a Premium mobile home and, given the price, we expected much higher quality services. Upon our arrival, disappointment was immediate: the mobile home was insufficiently cleaned, there were several malfunctions, a general lack of maintenance, and very worn furniture. The campsite's infrastructure is aging and does not correspond to the advertised standard. As for the pool slide highlighted in the photos, it is actually a very small slide intended for young children, which is quite misleading when booking with older children. The kids' club is nonexistent: it is simply a wooden hut, with no real activities or supervision. As for the advertised city/soccer field, it is actually a vacant lot with two wooden posts. We had the feeling that the campsite prioritized quantity over quality. It is a shame, because the potential is there, but the services are not up to the prices charged. Furthermore, one of the two owners was unwelcoming and not at all customer-oriented. On the other hand, a big thank you to the maintenance staff, David and Laëtitia, who were wonderful. They were responsive, professional, and very pleasant. Without their involvement, our stay would have been even more complicated. Fortunately, that did not stop us from enjoying our vacation, but we will not return and will not recommend this establishment.”
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