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Stay in a 4-star campsite on the Bay of Arcachon
Dreaming of a camping vacation on the Bay of Arcachon? Climbing the Dune du Pilat, visiting Ile aux Oiseaux and its cabanes tchanquées, taking a boat trip to discover the oyster beds or exploring the Teich bird sanctuary? To make your vacation plans a reality, book your stay at our 4-star Fontaine Vieille campsite in Andernos on the Bassin d’Arcachon!
Vacations at
Bassin
d’ Arcachon
Looking for a vacation by the sea? You won’t find a better place than our campsite! We offer you a camping vacation on the banks of the Bay of Arcachon. In fact, we’re right on the banks of the Bay of Arcachon! You’ll need less than 5 minutes on foot to step onto the sand at Plage du Mauret, Andernos.
Imagine enjoying breakfast facing the sea, strolling along the beach in the morning, having lunch on the sand, taking a siesta in the Gironde sunshine, swimming in the cool Atlantic Ocean in the afternoon, then enjoying an ice cream as the sun sets in the evening… If this isn’t paradise, it sure feels like it!
New for 2025
Completely renovated
water park
The beaches of the Bassin d’Arcachon (Andernos, La Teste-de-Buch, Le Teich, Gujan-Mestras…) aren’t the only aquatic areas where you can cool off during your camping holiday on the Bassin d’Arcachon! Our 4-star campsite has a heated swimming pool, an indoor pool, waterslides and an aqualudic area with a paddling pool!
You’ll enjoy swimming the breaststroke or the crawl in the heated water of our swimming pool before relaxing on a deckchair by the water. As for the kids, they’ll be happy to play in our heated paddling pool with their vacation friends.
And if it rains during your stay in Gironde, don’t worry, as our aquatic area has an indoor pool. So your vacation days won’t be spoiled!
Want to stay in shape over the vacations? Take part in our aquagym sessions in the swimming pool or make the most of our fitness room!
Playground
and entertainment
for families
Our campsite on the Bassin d’Arcachon offers activities and entertainment for the whole family.
At the start of your stay, meet other holidaymakers at our welcome drink. For a sporting vacation, discover our boulodrome and ping-pong tables. As for the kids, they can make vacation friends in the playground.
In the evenings, join the family in our fun and friendly evenings with casino, bingo, game night, cabaret, various shows, gourmet market… There’s something for all tastes and ages at our campsite on the banks of the Arcachon Basin in Andernos!
Our vacation homes in Andernos
Campsites
This is the preferred option for nature lovers. You’ll stay on a spacious pitch, surrounded by nature and close to the sanitary facilities. At our campsite on the Bassin d’Arcachon, you choose your location: beach side with a view of the basin, or land side with a view of the park on our estate.
Mobile homes
Discover our comfortable, quality mobile homes. Designed for 4 to 8 holidaymakers, they feature quiet bedrooms, a convivial living room, a functional bathroom, a fully-equipped kitchen and a terrace. Here too, the view is up to you: pond view or park view.
Lodges
Our campsite on the banks of the Bassin d’Arcachon also offers unusual lodges. These are charming, cozy cabins with an air of adventure, nestled in the heart of nature. Fall for the Cabane Africa or the Tente Safari. Your children will immediately fall in love with this unusual accommodation!
Discover the Arcachon Basin and Andernos from the campsite
During your vacation, stroll through the town ofAndernos, with its pier, beaches and charming town center. Then head for Cap Ferret, famous for its ocean beaches, lighthouse with breathtaking views and oyster-farming villages. Then cross over to Arcachon, a lively town with elegant villas, a seafront promenade and the historic winter town.
For a trip into the heart of nature, don’t miss the Dune du Pilat, the highest in Europe, offering a unique panorama. You can also visitIle aux Oiseaux, a haven of peace populated by the “cabanes tchanquées” emblematic of this corner of Gironde. Finish off with a stopover at the Le Teich ornithological reserve, an exceptional place for birdwatching in complete tranquillity.
And of course, during your camping holiday on the Bassin d’Arcachon in Andernos, be sure to visit some of the most beautiful beaches in the area (Moulleau beach, Aiguillon beach, Pereire beach…).
The campsite answers your questions
How is the campsite located in relation to the beaches and the town center?
Does the campsite offer children's entertainment?
Yes, but only in July and August. Our activities are aimed at children aged 5 and over, as well as families, couples and others. Sports activities and many other activities are offered by our entertainers, Monday to Friday.
A playground is also located at the entrance to the campsite. There’s a playground for children aged 3 to 6 and one for older children. Sports facilities are also available throughout the campsite’s opening hours (petanque pitch, multi-sports pitch, etc.).
Do you accept pets?
Yes, but 1st and 2nd category animals are not allowed on the campsite. We accept dogs on pitches and in our accommodation. Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times on the campsite and must never be left alone on pitches. Dog waste bags are available free of charge at reception. Dogs are not allowed in the swimming pool or sanitary facilities.
Is it possible to choose a specific location?
Depending on availability, it is possible to choose a specific pitch (see : CAMPING MAP) Our advisors will be happy to help you and do their best to meet your requirements.
Which seaside resorts to visit near the campsite?
The campsite is close to: Dune du Pilat, Cap Ferret, La Teste de Buch, Arès, Gujan Mestras, Lanton and many more!