We use Durtal as an overnight stop down to the Vendee each year. The owner speaks english - and is very firendly.It is a lovely site, right next to the river - the Chateau looks imposing we have never been in - but worth a look. The campsite is very French - lots of locals from le Mans use the site for weekends etc. and very friendly.This year there was an outdoor cinema the night we where there! It has quite a lot of events thru' the week as well, from boules to moules et frites and yet is very tranquil. Definitely worth a stop.You can also use the local swimming pool just outside the camp as part of the price for a pitch which was about £11 this year I think. Great example of a municipal site.
Quote: Originally posted by alancrist on 11/12/2007
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We use Durtal as an overnight stop down to the Vendee each year. The owner speaks english - and is very firendly.It is a lovely site, right next to the river - the Chateau looks imposing we have never been in - but worth a look. The campsite is very French - lots of locals from le Mans use the site for weekends etc. and very friendly.This year there was an outdoor cinema the night we where there! It has quite a lot of events thru' the week as well, from boules to moules et frites and yet is very tranquil. Definitely worth a stop.You can also use the local swimming pool just outside the camp as part of the price for a pitch which was about £11 this year I think. Great example of a municipal site.
Thanks very much we are thinking of have a couple of nights on the way down to Royan and a couple of nights on the way back. Is this site the one where when you come out and turn left then go down the hill turn left again and end up on the bridge?
Amazing family weekend with old steam engines, classic car displays, market stalls, and full catering and bar. And camping on site - Save £25 by booking in advance.
Topic: Durtal France
