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Flower Camping Le Clot du Jay
Clamensane, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, FranceShow on map
4.5Accommodation from € 269,50 per week
- Free cancellation until 15 February
- Only 25% deposit
At a glance
Flower Camping Le Clot du Jay is a friendly, family-run three-star campsite in the sunny Sasse valley of Provence, near Sisteron. Ideal for families, hikers and cyclists, it combines a heated 130 m² pool with water slide and direct access to the river Sasse, all set against mountain views.
- Number of stars
- 3 stars
- Campsite area
- 6 hectares
- Pitches and rental accommodation
- 78 in total
- Heated outdoor pool
- 130 m² with water slide
- Swimming spot in the river
- 1.500 m² with pontoon
- Distance to Sisteron
- About 20 km
- Driving distance from Utrecht
- 1.152 km
- Heated Pool With Water Slide
- Direct River Sasse Access
- Sunny Massif des Monges Scenery
Where can you swim in a heated pool before lunch and in a mountain river after it? At Flower Camping Le Clot du Jay, a friendly three-star campsite in the sunny Sasse valley, tucked inside the Massif des Monges. Nadège and Eric run it with a personal touch, which is exactly why families feel at home from the first evening.
What is there to do? Plenty. The heated 130 m² pool has a water slide, a paddling pool and a solarium with sunbeds, while the river Sasse offers a 1,500 m² swimming spot with a pontoon, plus canoeing and fishing on foot. Children aged 4 to 10 have their kids club in high season. There is also a playground with slide, swing and trampoline, and a multisport field for football, basketball, volleyball and badminton.
Where will you sleep? Spacious pitches for tents, caravans and campers are spread over terraces, shady lower down and sunnier higher up with mountain views. Prefer a roof? Choose a chalet, mobile home or lodge for four to six people. The sanitary blocks are clean, and after a day outdoors the bar terrace, with its mountain panorama, is a fine spot for a drink.
And when you want to explore? Sisteron, with its citadel, fortifications and cathedral, is about 20 km away and the Gorges de la Méouge 34 km, while the lavender fields of the Plateau de Valensole make another pretty day out. Back at camp, the snack bar serves pizza, burgers and paella, and the on-site grocery covers breakfast. Open from late April to mid-September: book your Provence escape with Vistacamp.
- Heated Pool With Water SlideHeated 130 m² outdoor pool with water slide, paddling pool and sunbed solarium
- Direct River Sasse AccessSwim, paddle and canoe in a 1,500 m² river spot with pontoon, on foot
- Sunny Massif des Monges SceneryQuiet sunny valley in the UNESCO Géoparc with mountain views, hiking and biking trails
Why this campsite
✔ Heated Pool – Race down the water slide, which opens at 15:00.
✔ River Sasse – Swim, paddle or fish, reachable on foot.
✔ Kids Club – Ages 4 to 10 play together in high season.
✔ Mountain Views – Choose a sunnier upper pitch for panoramic evenings.
✔ Family-Run Welcome – Nadège and Eric keep things warm and personal.
✔ Hiking And Biking – Trails start right from the campsite.
✔ Snack Bar – Pizza, burgers and paella after a day outdoors.
✔ Sisteron Citadel – Visit the historic fortress, only 20 km away.
- Lagoon pool
- Pool
- Kids pool
- Toddler pool
- Outdoor pool
- Water park included
- Water chutes
- Kids slides
- Solarium
- Heated pool
- Sunbeds and Umbrellas - Pool
- Sunbeds included
- Sun umbrella included
- Bathing cap
- Bathing cap not obligatory
- Bermuda
- Bermudas not allowed at pool
Cool off in the heated outdoor pool of 130 m², the sparkling heart of the campsite. Little ones splash in the paddling pool, bigger kids race down the water slide (which opens at 15:00), and parents stretch out on the solarium sunbeds. The pool is open from 10:00 to 19:00 from late May to early September, so sunny holiday days practically plan themselves. Pack the swimsuits: this is where Provence holidays are made.
- SUP
- Canoeing
- Fishing
Water fun here comes with a mountain backdrop. The river Sasse is reachable on foot from the campsite, so canoeing, paddle sports and fishing are right on your doorstep. Bring your fishing rod or paddle and spend a lazy morning on the water before heading back for lunch.
- Fishing allowed
- Direct Access
- River
- Nature walks
The river Sasse flows right beside the campsite, with direct access on foot. A 1,500 m² water body with a pontoon invites a refreshing swim, and the surrounding valley is lovely for gentle nature walks and cycling routes. A natural, wonderfully cool alternative to the pool on warm Provence days.
- Restaurant
- Pizzeria
- Take away available
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Breakfast available
- A la carte
The snack bar serves pizza, fries, burgers and simple dishes, to eat in or take away, and the bar terrace comes with a mountain panorama. In high season, theme meals bring paella, mussels and fries. Breakfast and fresh bread are available from mid-June to mid-September; order bread and pastries the day before. Perfect for relaxed evenings without cooking.
- Football
- Basketball
- Volleybal
- Badminton
- Multi sports terrain
- Jeu-de-boules
- Tabletennis
- Hiking
- Sports tournaments
- Fishing
- Petanque
- Mountain biking
- Cycling
- Signposted hiking routes
Sporty families have plenty of choice: a multisport field for football, basketball, volleyball and badminton, table tennis and a petanque court. Hiking, mountain biking and cycle touring routes start right from the campsite, and the surrounding area offers climbing, via ferrata and canyoning for adventurous spirits.
- Playground
- Trampoline
- Swing
- Table soccer
- Board games
- Live Music
- Mini club
- Animation
- For children
- For Adults
- Daytime animation
- Evening Entertainment
- Limited in low season
- Animation languages
- French
- Mini disco
- Theme Nights
- Bingo
- Kids Club
- Concerts
- High Season
- Quiz nights
In high season the entertainment keeps everyone busy. The kids club welcomes ages 4 to 10 from Monday to Friday, 10:30-12:00, and family activities run every day from 16:00 to 18:00. Three evenings a week (21:00-23:00) bring night swimming, concerts, bingo and quizzes, with mini-disco, loto, astronomy nights and theme meals now and then. The playground has a slide, swing and trampoline, and there is table football too.
- Bedlinen rental
- Baby package to rent
- Rental of safes
- Languages spoken
- French
- Tourist information
- Payments
- Mastercard
- Visa
- Pets allowed
- Dogs allowed
- Cats allowed
- Some accommodations only
- Small dogs allowed
- Medium dogs allowed
- Category 1 & 2 dogs not allowed
- Dangerous breeds not allowed
- Vaccination record required
- Bibliotheek
- Breads
- Paved and Gravel Roads
- Pitches for tents
- Pitches for campers and Caravans
- Electricity on pitch
- Hot water for dishes
- Hot Showers
- Launderette
- Washing machines
- Clothes dryers
- Fridges to hire
- Free
- Available in some areas only
- Only near reception
- Free in public zones
Details
- Location
- Near a village, Near a lake, Near a river
- Terrain
- Hilly, Terraced, Wooded
- Accommodation type
- Chalet, Safari tent, Pitch, Mobile home, Bungalow tent
- Suitable for
- Children (4-12), Teenagers (13+), Seniors, Adults
- Luxury level
- Standard
- Address
- 4593 route du Val de Sasse - Clamensane, 04250, Clamensane
Click to enlargeThe surroundings
Le Clot du Jay sits in the heart of the Massif des Monges, a quiet, sunny valley inside the UNESCO Géoparc of Haute-Provence. Around you: the river Sasse, the Forêt domaniale du Grand Vallon and wide mountain views, with La Motte-du-Caire the nearest village at 8.5 km. The landscape is wonderfully rural, ideal for hiking, mountain biking and cycle touring straight from the campsite. For a dose of town life, Sisteron, about 20 km away, brings its citadel, fortifications, cathedral and supermarkets.
Distances
- Nearest airport
- Marseille Provence Airport (MRS), 152 km
- Distance from Utrecht
- 1152 km
- Distance from Calais
- 1018 km
- River
- Village
- Canyoning
- Rock Climbing
Sights & attractions
- Citadel of Sisteron25 kmExplore historic fortifications with panoramic views.
- Gorges de la Méouge40 kmEnjoy swimming and picnicking in natural swimming pools.
- Digne-les-Bains50 kmVisit thermal baths and geological parks.
- Gorges du Verdon90 kmDiscover impressive gorges and enjoy a variety of water sports.
- Lake Serre-Ponçon70 kmIdeal for boat trips and relaxing beach days.
- Forcalquier Market60 kmDiscover local produce, regional specialities, and traditional crafts.
- Ganagobie Priory55 kmVisit a peaceful monastery featuring beautiful mosaics.
- Jungle Adventure Park45 kmEnjoy climbing courses and outdoor adventures for the whole family.
- Musée Promenade50 kmExplore interactive exhibitions in a beautiful garden setting.
- Les Pénitents des Mées65 kmAdmire unique and spectacular rock formations.
- Les Marres Aquatic Centre35 kmEnjoy indoor swimming pools and water slides for hours of fun.
- Lure Mountain80 kmExperience breathtaking scenic drives and beautiful hiking trails.
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Pets
Dogs and cats are welcome on pitches and in rentals, at €3 per night. Small dogs and cats under 10 kg, maximum 2 animals per stay. Dogs must be kept on a leash, a vaccination record is required, and category 1 and 2 dogs are not accepted.
Cars and parking
Rental guests have a parking space at their accommodation, and motorhome travellers will find a camper-van service area on site, so arriving and settling in is easy.
Reception
Reception is open 09:00-12:00 and 14:00-18:30 for tourist information, hiking maps, safes, ice and bed linen rental. A baby kit is available at €5 per night. Rental arrivals are 15:00-18:00 (contact the campsite in advance for later arrival, none after 20:00); departure is at 10:00.
Supermarket
The on-site grocery at reception stocks local products and bread, with roast chicken on order, and a regional wine cellar offers local wines. A library is also on hand. The nearest supermarkets, Super U, Lidl and Aldi, are in Sisteron, about 20 km away.
Wi-Fi
Free wifi is available at reception, the snack bar and the terrace, handy for sharing holiday snaps over a drink while the valley glows in the evening sun.
Tip from our team
Arrive in the afternoon and head straight for the pool: the water slide opens at 15:00, a perfect welcome after the long drive. Which pitch? Ask for one higher up for sunshine and mountain views; the lower terraces give lovely shade. Pack a picnic and stroll to the river Sasse, where the pontoon is made for lazy swimming and watching the canoes. Children aged 4 to 10 will love the kids club, held Monday to Friday from 10:30 to 12:00 in high season. Evenings are fun here: three times a week in high season, night swimming, concerts, bingo and quizzes run from 21:00 to 23:00. Sisteron, about 20 km away, deserves a morning: climb to the citadel, then stock up at Super U, Lidl or Aldi. Mountain bikers, take note: varied climbs and descents start straight from the campsite, so your bikes earn their place on the roof. Order bread and pastries at the grocery the day before, and breakfast on your own terrace is sorted. Lavender lovers should save a day for the Plateau de Valensole and the Musée de la Lavande. Adventurous teenagers will enjoy climbing, via ferrata and canyoning in the surrounding area.
Reviews
4.5Excellent135 reviews via Tripadvisor
All reviews on Tripadvisor 135 reviews via Tripadvisor
Good experience“Great campsite with great shaded pitches Family atmosphere, entertainment for children Great pool Small downside... the shower water is not consistently hot... one minute hot, one minute cold Great welcome from Eric and Virginie We will be back”
895pascalef
An excellent stay“I was very well received by Nadège, listening. I enjoyed my little cottage, its covered terrace, its location in a beautiful green setting, quiet. It's very well equipped, I would have just liked to also have an electric kettle... convenient! The campsite has a nice swimming pool, a snack and a convenience store... The most essential for me: our doggies are also welcome. I highly recommend this campsite.”
BoardingPass524728- Excellent
“Both managers develop crazy energy to make everything go well, and... everything goes well!”
tristan716
Frequently asked questions
Is there wifi at Flower Camping Le Clot du Jay?
Free wifi is available at reception, the snack bar and the terrace of Flower Camping Le Clot du Jay. It is a lovely excuse to sit down with a drink, share your holiday photos and watch the valley glow in the evening sun while the children play nearby.
Can I bring my dog or cat to Flower Camping Le Clot du Jay?
Your four-legged friends are welcome on pitches and in rentals at Flower Camping Le Clot du Jay, at €3 per night. Small dogs and cats under 10 kg are accepted, with a maximum of 2 animals per stay. Dogs must be kept on a leash and a vaccination record is required. Category 1 and 2 dogs are not accepted.
Does Flower Camping Le Clot du Jay have a swimming pool?
Absolutely: the heated outdoor pool of 130 m² is the sparkling heart of Flower Camping Le Clot du Jay. Little ones splash in the paddling pool, bigger kids race down the water slide (opens at 15:00) and parents relax on the solarium sunbeds. The pool is open from 10:00 to 19:00 from late May to early September.
How far is Flower Camping Le Clot du Jay from the beach or a lake?
The river Sasse flows right beside Flower Camping Le Clot du Jay, with direct access on foot. A 1,500 m² water body with a pontoon invites a refreshing swim, and you can also paddle, canoe or fish. It is a wonderfully cool, natural alternative to the heated pool on warm Provence days.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Flower Camping Le Clot du Jay?
Rental guests can arrive between 15:00 and 18:00 and depart by 10:00. If you expect to arrive after 18:00, simply contact the campsite in advance; arrivals after 20:00 are not possible. Reception is open 09:00-12:00 and 14:00-18:30, so a friendly welcome from Nadège and Eric awaits you.
Are there restaurants or a supermarket at Flower Camping Le Clot du Jay?
On site you will find a snack bar serving pizza, fries, burgers and simple dishes, to eat in or take away, plus a grocery at reception with local products, bread and roast chicken on order. Order bread and pastries the day before. Bigger supermarkets (Super U, Lidl and Aldi) are in Sisteron, about 20 km away.
Is Flower Camping Le Clot du Jay suitable for families with children?
Very much so. Children aged 4 to 10 can join the kids club in high season, Monday to Friday from 10:30 to 12:00, and there is a playground with slide, swing and trampoline. Add the heated pool with water slide, the river Sasse and a family-run welcome, and Flower Camping Le Clot du Jay makes holidays easy.
What does a week at Flower Camping Le Clot du Jay look like?
Day 1: arrive, pitch up and try the water slide from 15:00. Day 2: picnic and swim at the river Sasse pontoon. Day 3: climb to the Sisteron citadel and stock up in town. Day 4: hike or mountain bike straight from the campsite. Day 5: kids club in the morning, family activities at 16:00, then an evening of bingo or night swimming. Day 6: visit the Gorges de la Méouge, 34 km away. Day 7: relax by the pool and enjoy paella or pizza at the snack bar.
What kind of accommodation can I book here?
You can choose between spacious pitches for tents, caravans and campers, or a chalet, mobile home or lodge for four to six people. The pitches are spread over terraces, shady lower down and sunnier higher up with mountain views, so Flower Camping Le Clot du Jay suits both classic campers and those who prefer a roof.
What entertainment and activities are on offer?
In high season, family activities run daily from 16:00 to 18:00, and three evenings a week (21:00-23:00) bring night swimming, concerts, bingo and quizzes. There is also a multisport field for football, basketball, volleyball and badminton, plus table tennis and a petanque court. That keeps everyone entertained at Flower Camping Le Clot du Jay.
Can we go hiking or cycling from the campsite?
Yes, hiking, mountain biking and cycle touring routes start right from Flower Camping Le Clot du Jay, in the heart of the Massif des Monges inside the UNESCO Géoparc of Haute-Provence. The varied climbs and descents suit active families and mountain bikers, and the Forêt domaniale du Grand Vallon is close by to explore.
How far is the drive from the Netherlands to Flower Camping Le Clot du Jay?
From Utrecht it is about 1,152 km by road, and from Calais about 1,018 km, so plan an overnight stop on the way and arrive relaxed. Marseille airport lies 152 km away. Once you reach Flower Camping Le Clot du Jay, the heated pool slide is the perfect welcome after the journey.
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