Campsite near the Ardèche Gorges: Stay 4 km from the river

The Ardèche in a nutshell at Les Truffières:

• Location: 3-star campsite located 4 km from the Ardèche Gorges (Saint-Marcel-d’Ardèche).
• Opening: 365 days a year (campsite open all year round).
• Accommodation: 100 XXL pitches and air-conditioned mobile homes.
• Highlights: Night-time swimming pool, mini-farm, panoramic views and heated toilet facilities in winter.
• Facilities: Canoe hire on site and free Wi-Fi.

Located just a 4-minute drive from the Ardèche Gorges road in Saint-Marcel-d'Ardèche, Les Truffières campsite is the ideal base for exploring southern Ardèche. Close to both the Gorges tourist route and the Pont d'Arc (25 mins), it offers a quiet and spacious alternative to the crowded campsites along the river.

The advantages of a campsite set back from the Ardèche Gorges

Being situated 4 km from the Gorges, on the limestone plateau of Les Gras, guarantees you exclusive benefits linked to our topography. Unlike the bottom of the canyon where the air stagnates, our altitude (around 160 metres) and our environment of garrigue and holm oaks mean we enjoy a natural thermal breeze. The result: the almost total absence of mosquitoes and night-time humidity associated with the Ardèche river basin. Furthermore, our south/south-east facing position on this natural viewpoint and our larger-than-average plots (impossible by the water’s edge) offer you optimal sunshine (Mediterranean climate) and unobstructed views as far as Mont Ventoux and the Pre-Alps.

A 5-hectare site dedicated to wide open spaces and VanLife

Going against the grain of mass camping, we favour low density to guarantee your peace and quiet.

XXL pitches for motorhomes, caravans and vans

Our 100 bare pitches have been designed with modern mobility in mind. Whether you’re travelling in a large motorhome with a trailer, a caravan or a campervan, you’ll enjoy:

• Extra-large pitches.
• Facilities: European-standard electrical hook-ups, free Wi-Fi and drinking water points in the immediate vicinity.
• Expert tip: Our pitches are levelled, making it easier to manoeuvre vehicles over 10 metres long.

Comfortable, air-conditioned mobile homes

For those seeking the comfort of a villa in the heart of nature, our mobile homes (Trigano Évolution, Watipi, Garrigue) are available from €300 to €850 per week depending on the season:

• Heating and cooling: Reversible (essential for Ardèche summers and winter nights).
• Premium facilities: Fully equipped kitchen, bedding provided, semi-covered terrace and private parking.

Campsite open all year round in Ardèche (365 days)

The journey doesn't end in September. We have adapted our facilities for mobile workers, van life enthusiasts and winter travellers.

• Heated sanitary blocks: One of our blocks is kept at a comfortable temperature of around 22°C during the low season.
• Frost-free waste disposal area (special winter storage): Does grey water freeze in winter? This is the question all travellers ask themselves. At Les Truffières, our service and waste disposal area (grey water and black water) is specially designed and protected against freezing to remain 100% operational from November to March, guaranteeing you total autonomy in all weathers.
• Services open all year round: The beer bar "The Pub" remains your friendly meeting place, whatever the weather.

Activities for children: swimming pool, mini farm and playground

The "Truffières" spirit also means entertainment that respects everyone’s pace.

• Water Park: A 17m x 7m pool (depth 1.30m) with a secure beach area and a floating pool for children under 3 years old.
• Night-time Swimming: In summer, enjoy the pool under the stars thanks to spectacular underwater lighting.
• Family Experience: Our mini-farm (rabbits, chickens, guinea pigs) and our children’s area (play structure, trampoline, table tennis, mini-golf, etc.) are a delight for the little ones, whilst the open-access library (book-crossing) delights readers.

Explore the Ardèche Gorges and the ViaRhôna from the campsite

Located at the crossroads of Ardèche, Gard, Drôme and Vaucluse, the campsite is a strategic stopover.

Services, canoeing and expert advice on site

• Canoeing and kayaking: No need to look for an agency, book your trip down the Gorges directly at our reception (free bus).
• Sustainable transport: We are located right next to the ViaRhôna and Dolce Via cycle routes. Numerous hiking trails start right on the estate's doorstep.

Key distances and travel times to tourist sites

Les Truffières campsite is officially located 4 km from the entrance to the Ardèche Gorges Nature Reserve, a 6-minute drive or 15-minute ride on an electric bike via the tourist route.

The Practical Guide to the Ardèche Gorges: The "Truffières" Experience

Because staying at Les Truffières means choosing the southern gateway to the Gorges (Saint-Marcel-d'Ardèche), you enjoy privileged access to the nature reserve, far from the crowded hustle and bustle of Vallon-Pont-d'Arc. Here is our expert advice for a successful immersion.

Book your canoe trip down the Gorges (easy departure)

No need to travel 20 km: we organise your departure from the campsite with our local partner, Ardèche Aventure.

Expert tip: When you stay with us, you’ll finish your descent in Saint-Martin-d’Ardèche, just 7 km from the campsite. A valuable time-saver for the end of your day!

The Gorges Tourist Route (Haute Corniche)

The campsite is situated near the famous RD290 (Ardèche Gorges road). This winding road overlooks the river and offers breathtaking views.

• Must-Sees: The Serre de Tiourre viewpoint (view of the Pas du Mousse) and the Balcon des Templiers.
• Best time to visit: In summer, set off before 9.00 am or after 5.00 pm to enjoy the golden light on the limestone cliffs without the crowds.

Hiking and Nature: Beyond the river

The Ardèche Gorges aren’t just for exploring by water. From the campsite, you can access unspoilt trails:

• The Grande Randonnée Trail (GR4): It crosses the nature reserve and offers panoramic views that can only be reached on foot.
• The Saint-Marcel Cave (6 km away): An exceptional 60-km underground network. It is the closest site to the campsite, ideal for a refreshing activity when the temperature rises.
• Chauvet 2 Cave (20 km away): One of the world’s most famous sites, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – your stay in the Ardèche Gorges

Where do the Ardèche Gorges begin and end?

They start at Vallon-Pont-d'Arc and end at Saint-Martin-d'Ardèche, just 7km from our campsite

Can we avoid mass tourism by choosing your campsite near the Ardèche Gorges?

Yes. Les Truffières campsite is located 4 km (6 minutes) from the entrance to the Nature Reserve in Saint-Marcel-d'Ardèche. This strategic location guarantees absolute peace and quiet and wide open spaces, far from the hustle and bustle at the bottom of the canyon.

Is Les Truffières campsite open in January?

Yes. We are open 365 days a year. For your comfort in winter, our toilet blocks are heated (to around 22°C), our mobile homes are air-conditioned (reversible) and our motorhome waste disposal area is frost-free.

Is Wi-Fi free on the pitches?

Yes. Free Wi-Fi is available on most of our 100 pitches and in all our mobile homes.

Are dogs and pets allowed?

Yes, our establishment is pet-friendly. Your pets are welcome on the estate (except for category 1 and 2 dogs and molossoid breeds) if they are kept on a leash. Please note, however, that for hygiene and allergy prevention reasons, they are not allowed inside the rental accommodation.

Are your pitches suitable for very large motorhomes (over 10 metres)?

Yes. We offer XXL pitches. The ground is levelled, making it very easy to manoeuvre and park large VanLife vehicles, with electricity and water points nearby.

Do you offer on-site activities for children?

Yes. The site has a swimming pool (17m x 7m), a mini-farm (rabbits, chickens, hamsters), an area with a trampoline and a climbing rope, as well as free hire of table tennis and mini-golf equipment.

Are sheets included in the mobile home rental?

Yes. Bedding is provided in all our mobile home rentals (Trigano Évolution, Watipi and Garrigue models).

Are there any shops in the immediate vicinity of the estate?

Yes. You’ll find all essential shops within a 5-minute drive, in the village of Saint-Marcel-d’Ardèche: a bakery 2 km away, and a supermarket and butcher’s 3 km away.

Do I need to go to the agency to book a canoe or kayak trip?

No. You can book your trip directly at our campsite reception. Our partner ABACA takes care of everything, including the shuttle service.

Can we swim in the river near the campsite?

Yes. The Blue Flag-certified beach at Saint-Martin-d'Ardèche is only 10 minutes away (7 km), as is the beach at Saint Just (5 km, or 8 minutes). These are ideal places for safe swimming.

Is the Pont d'Arc visible from the campsite?

No. The Pont d'Arc is 25 km away. However, our panoramic location offers an exceptional, unobstructed view of Mont Ventoux and the Pre-Alps, which is impossible from campsites located at the bottom of the gorges.

Is the campsite located directly on the banks of the Ardèche river?

No, and this is a deliberate choice for your safety. Located 4 km from the river on a plateau 160 metres above sea level, this topography offers you three exclusive guarantees =

• Flood protection: We are strictly outside the flood zone, far from the risks associated with Cévennes storms.
• Open 365 days a year: This security allows us to welcome campers and VanLifers all year round, even in autumn.
• Comfortable nights: Our distance from the water and our thermal breeze ensure nights without humidity and almost no mosquitoes.