Camping Naturiste Le Colombier
St Martin Lars
Le Colombier St Martin Lars En Ste Hermine Pays de la Loire (Browse area) 85210 Tel: +33 0251 27 83 84 Visit their website
Pitches: 160 Open: 01/04/2026 to 30/09/2026 01/05/2027 to 30/09/2027
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This was our second visit to Le Colombier, and we were sad that our experience was not as good as our last visit in 2022. The site has had a change of owners, and is now managed by a manager who maybe has his hands tied by budgetary restrictions. The previous owners were relatively 'hands on' and obviously took a pride in their business and the land that it occupies.
We arrived in the heart of peak season at around lunchtime and found that the reception was closed. It was very hot, so we parked up and decided to go to the bar for a drink whilst we waited for reception to open, that was also closed. The staff all gone for lunch. A split lunch break for staff would have resolved this issue.
Once there, the staff were friendly and helpful in all areas.
We felt that several things had been left without adequate maintenance, the swimming pool area being one of them with warning tape closing off the spa pool, slide and waterfall plus several loose slabs, which in bare feet could be considered a hazard. We noticed that certain areas had become overgrown and untidy, for example what used to be an area where herbs etc were grown and a lovely fragrant area, has returned to its wild state.
On a more positive note, We still could not fault the toilets and showers, they were always clean and well maintained, nor the generous pitch sizes and sheer variety of them. What we felt was missing was that careful attention to detail, and the pride that we experienced from the previous owners.
We were actually pleased to leave the site this year, which is a first for us, and especially from a naturist site. It is also the first fairly negative review that I have ever left on this campsite directory.
We really enjoyed our stay at this site, we arrived during the heatwave of Aug 2022 and after a bereavement at home, this was the perfect place to contemplate, unwind and relax.
After calling into reception we were able to walk around the site to choose our pitch. This was a bonus as we could choose the comfort of some shade from the trees during the morning heat.
We found the site to be friendly and well managed and certainly very peaceful. It is in a remote, rural location so a form of transport to explore the area would be beneficial.
The bar was very nice, the staff friendly and the owners, always around to oversee proceedings. We did not eat in the restaurant, the menu looked basic to say the least.
The on site shop sold the essentials and you could order fresh bakery products which was good to save the journey to the bakers. The facilities were always clean and well maintained.
It has a fishing lake, where (thanks to our guide informing us) wild boar come to drink, the evidence is clear when you know what to look out for.
The site seems massive and one of our highlights was taking an advertised free guided walk through the ancient woodlands that are a part of the property. I think the guide is resident to the site, and he speaks only a little English but we found it fascinating.
His knowledge was impressive and amongst lots of interesting things, he showed us the evidence of wood being turned to stone by a meteorite collision in the area.
The woods have colour-coded trails which are easy to follow, so a guide is not essential but we learned so much more through his experienced eyes.
There was a small selection of animals in a coral type area which is central to the area that we chose to pitch. The two donkeys are real characters and you can be sure of a rousing chorus from them when they spot the owner on her daily food run. They are very tame and follow anyone who they think may have a treat for them.
For us, the site more than ticked all of our requirements at the time, but, we were ready to move on when we did to pastures new, refreshed! We would of course return.
This is an very large site with several fields and good flat grassy tent spots as well as hard standing for vans etc. The lay out is nicely done so feels very open.
There are a lot of facilities here but not all open unless high season. An example restaurant only at weekend, however we did eat it was so so but too pricey for what we got (€28).
The swimming pool is a nice size with sun beds around plenty of them all very clean and well maintained.
The toilets and washrooms as most naturist sites are mixed and open again clean and well maintained.
The center of the site is the bar which seemed to be open most of the day and evening and very central to the social atmosphere. People there seemed to be regular returning to the site. The bars has a lovely rustic feel with beautiful setting between buildings. The bar also runs a tab for you if you want, so no need have your wallet on you for visiting during the day.
The site is quite flat so easy walking.
There are some trailblazed routes, red, white and blue you can pick up from the valley field more step. I would really recommend you do these walking in the woods felt very free.
We spoke to lady in the office and she recommended a route to local villages and that route was really nice for a day out
Starting at Vouvant.
We would recommend site absolutely, but not sure about the food, but as only one meal difficult to make a judgment.
Owners very friendly and speak several languages, including English. The staff seemed to work hard keeping the place spotless and all very pleasant. via mobile
Excellent well run family owned site. The staff are friendly and welcoming, as well as multi lingual. The site is very well maintained and little to find fault with. There are plenty of facilities especially in high season for all ages. The swimming pool is good size and solar heated. We stayed in one of their chalets and will return next year, we enjoyed it so much. Camping pitches are plentiful and you have a choice of where you want to be with most of them very large and with electric.
The local area is agricultural rather than cultural so perhaps not the best area of France for visiting but still plenty to do and not too far from the coast, should you wish. Recommended
Brilliant site. Very friendly and welcoming staff. The whole site is clean and well maintained, there is a program of games etc that all are welcome to join in. The bar/restaurant is clean and well stocked and the food is of good quality and reasonably priced. All in all a great site.
We arrived on site at about 1. 30pm and clearly caught the staff out as there was no-one around at reception and a phone call was needed to call staff over, who had obviously been respecting the French business hours and had been asleep. None the less they were friendly and although we speak French, they spoke excellent English and we were happy to revert to English. The site is split in to a caravan/tent area and a static home area. A map is provided showing which area is which and we were able to troll off and select our own choice of pitch. The arrangement of the pitches allows a choice of sunny/shady pitches. Our choice was large and bounded on three sides by trees and bushes and overlooked a central field complete with donkeys. Toilet blocks are well placed and comprise cubicle loos and a communal washing and shower area. There is no separation of genders here which worked fine for us. The blocks are cleaned regularly and were in an excellent state of repair and cleanliness. There is a restaurant and bar on site but we didn't use either so cannot comment except to say the bar was evidently popular with many guests sitting on the outside terrace area. The pool was excellent, large and clean, with sun beds and parasols provided although there were not enough bases for the parasols. This is the only area were nudity is obligatory although there was a very relaxed feeling about naturism everywhere on the site with hardly any clothed people anywhere to be seen. Alongside the pool is the sauna/hammam area but again we did not use this facility. There is a charge for it. The shop is very small but does offer some essentials at a reasonable price and provides your daily bread but you must order in advance. Besides the camping area there is a huge area of woodland and open fields that belongs to the site through which it is very pleasant to wander, as well as a large fishing lake. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Wi-fi available for a small cost. Overall, the atmosphere on the site is very welcoming with a good balance of friendliness versus privacy.
Each area of the site is named. We stopped on Les Biches opposite the new eco sanitary block. Always plenty of hot water for showers, washing up etc. It was also very peaceful. The plots on Les Biches were large but slopped and could cause a problem with towing off without a 4x4. The pool was inviting, there was a bar/restaurant but cannot comment as we did not use these. The shop was a waste of time with very little stock although you could order your bread. We arrived during a bad weather period and the grass on the pitch was long. We had to ask for it to be cut and although there were no staff on site (it was Sunday) but Reception still managed to arrange for this to be done. The only problem with the area was that the grass cuttings were not cleared away which made trying to keep the awning and caravan clean somewhat difficult and also spoiled the look of the site. We had a major problem with flies as did people in the next field who said it was for the second year running. Make sure you stock up on fly spray. Wi-Fi only cost 2eur. For the entire stay which was excellent value with a good download speed. We only paid 16eur. A night for the caravan, 2 adults and electricity as part of the ACSI scheme which made this site very good value. Beware when you arrive at St Martin Lars if towing a caravan, it is a small village and can be difficult to negotiate.
Le Colombier naturist site covers a huge area, both in terms of the camping area itself and the surrounding woodland. There are several camping areas, each with a different character, and all with a feeling of spaciousness. The numerous toilet blocks are modern and kept immaculately clean, assisted by a polite notice on the toilet doors which reminds people of their responsibilities in keeping them clean. The pool area is magnificent, but it was a bit too cool this year during our visit to actually put a toe in the water! As the site is Dutch owned/run there is no difficulty with language, and the friendly reception staff will help you plan walks and bike rides in the area. This year we did a long bike ride in the Marais area to the south - easy riding over mostly flat farmland. An excursion we have made several times and always enjoy is Mervent zoo. Although quite small it has a good variety of animals, all seemingly very well looked after and well desplayed. The highlight for us is always the lemur enclosure - visitors enter their territory with no bars or fences, so may often find an inquisitive lemur tapping them on the shoulder!
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Is Camping Naturiste Le Colombier child friendly? YES, it accepts children & has a playground View all facilities
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Tent Pitches 
Caravan Pitches 
Motorhome Pitches 
Small Campervans 
No Glamping Units 
Holiday Homes for Hire 
No Statics for Sale 
No Seasonal Pitches 
Electric Hookups 
No Hardstandings 
No Fully Serviced Pitches 
Families Welcome 
Not Members Only 
No Rallies 
Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
Toilet Facilities 
Hot Showers 
Washing Up 
No Bathroom 
Baby Changing Facilities 
Laundry On Site 
Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
Chemical Disposal 
No Battery Charging 
No Gas Exchange 
Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
No Freezer / Fridge 
No Motorhome Point 
Wifi Access 
Shop On Site 
Bar On Site 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway On Site 
Kids Playground 
No TV Room 
No Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
Fishing On Site 
No Wild Swimming 
No Indoor Pool 
Outdoor Pool On Site 
No Horse Riding 
No Cycle Hire 
No Golf 
No Tennis 
No Beach 
No Watersports 
No Boat Launch 
No Sea Views 
Not Working Farm 
No Campfires Allowed 
No Waterside Pitches 
Public Transport <5 miles
No Dog Walk 
This was our second visit to Le Colombier, and we were sad that our experience was not as good as our last visit in 2022. The site has had a change of owners, and is now managed by a manager who maybe has his hands tied by budgetary restrictions. The previous owners were relatively 'hands on' and obviously took a pride in their business and the land that it occupies. 
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