Camping Sandaya Le Plein Air des Chênes

Clapiers, France

★★★★ 4-star campsite

  • 4-star campsite
  • Swimming pool on site
  • Pet-friendly
  • 40 touring pitches
  • 218 rental accommodations

Holidaying near historic Montpellier

Holidaying near historic Montpellier The Sandaya campsite, Le Plein Air des Chênes, lies close to the spectacular countryside and the sandy beaches of Languedoc-Roussillon in the South of France. This four-star campsite is located in a forested area just to the north of the historical city of Montpellier, in the commune of Clapiers. Take a dip in the water park At Camping Sandaya Le Plein Air des Chênes there is an excellent and eye-catching 1,200 m² leisure pool which ensures hours of fun for all ages, including teenagers. The aqua park has a number of swimming pools, including a pool where you can swim lengths, a toddlers' pool, massaging water jets, fantastic water flumes and sun loungers around the pools. Get to know the French game pétanque The entertainment team is constantly working to make sure everyone has a great time. There is a kid's-club and a variety of activities are arranged, such as sports competitions, aqua gym and fun treasure hunts. You can play a variety of sports on the sports fields, such as mini-golf, football, tennis and handball. You can play pétanque, the national sport of the local people, in the shade of the oak trees. There is also a great playground. What are you waiting for? The beautiful sandy beaches of Languedoc-Roussillon are only around 20 minutes away from the campsite. You have an excellent choice of beaches: Pérols, Grau-du-Roi, Palavas-les-Flots, Sète, Cap d'Agde and la Grande-Motte. Camping Le Plein Air des Chênes is an excellent base from which to explore the surrounding area. You can discover the Roman era by visiting the amphitheatres (Nîmes!), aqueducts (Pont du Gard!) and the historical city of Arles (Vincent van Gogh!). Make sure you visit Montpellier with its attractive pedestrian area in the historic centre and the famous square, Place de la Comédie. You can also take day trips by car to a variety of areas of natural beauty in the region such as the Hérault, the Camargue and the wine regions. You can also drive to visit the jewels of the Middle Ages such as Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert and Aigues-Mortes. This is a region full of history, enjoyment, nature, culture, culinary delights and excellent day trips. Everything is here! What are you waiting for?

Life without a car

Car-free score: 6/10

A realistic car-free option, but not one of the easiest. Local buses stop nearby. Shops, restaurants and Clapiers are reachable on foot. A bicycle makes exploring the wider area easy.

Train station
Montpellier Saint-Roch
6.5km away
Nearest town
Clapiers
16 min walk (1.2 km)
Local buses
Bus 2 to Jacou – Jacou
every ~11 min · 5am–1am
from Jacou · 18 min walk
Cycling
Good option — cycle routes and quiet lanes nearby
Essentials nearby
Supermarket
16 min walk (1.2 km)
Bakery
16 min walk (1.2 km)
Restaurants
Available in Clapiers
Pharmacy
19 min walk (1.4 km)

Getting here

Nearest station
Montpellier Saint-Roch (5km)
Nearest airport
Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport (10km)

Map

Facilities

Swimming poolDog friendly

Accommodation types

pitch

Available to book

Pitch with private sanitary Premium
Pitch with private sanitary Premium
Sleeps 6
From £26 / night
Book via Suncamp
Camping Sandaya Le Plein Air des Chênes
Camping Sandaya Le Plein Air des Chênes
Book via Eurocampings

Places to visit near Camping Sandaya Le Plein Air des Chênes

Hérault Gorges: 7 km family canoe/kayak trip from Agonès
Hérault Gorges: 7 km family canoe/kayak trip from Agonès
Montpezat: Canoe and kayak rental in the Verdon Gorges
Montpezat: Canoe and kayak rental in the Verdon Gorges
Montpezat: Pedalo rental in the Verdon Gorges
Montpezat: Pedalo rental in the Verdon Gorges
Water sports: Canoeing, Kayaking, Paddleboarding & Whitewater Sports
Water sports: Canoeing, Kayaking, Paddleboarding & Whitewater Sports
Water sports: Canoeing, Kayaking, Paddleboarding & Whitewater Sports
Water sports: Canoeing, Kayaking, Paddleboarding & Whitewater Sports
Our trips are also perfect for personalized lessons and advanced training, group games for children/teenagers, or for celebrating special occasions (birthdays, school sports days, bachelor/bachelorette parties, etc.). For thrill seekers, we also offer activities such as hydrospeed and air boating. These activities allow you to fully immerse yourself in the currents, for a sporting adventure in the heart of nature. Our water activities take place in stunning Mediterranean settings, where crystal-clear water meanders through picturesque landscapes. You can explore: • The Hérault River at Ganges and Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert: a lush green setting with impressive gorges in clear, fresh water. • The Gardon River at Pont du Gard: A historic site where you will paddle under the imposing Roman bridge, surrounded by sun-drenched hills. • The Ardèche at Vallon-Pont-d'Arc: Famous for its natural arch, this is the perfect place to combine sport and exploration in a unique natural setting. Other locations in the region are also available to ensure an experience tailored to your preferences and your location. Come and enjoy unforgettable water activities, whether you’re looking for relaxation or adventure, and let yourself drift in harmony with the Mediterranean natural environment. All of these activities are flexible and can be tailored to create a unique, personalized experience for you: You can combine multiple activities on the same day or over several days (e.g., canoeing and mountain biking, rock climbing and kayaking, etc.), and you can also go on excursions that include bivouacking or camping in nature reserves. You can also enjoy tastings of local products (regional specialties, wines, cheeses, cured meats, etc.).

How to get to Camping Sandaya Le Plein Air des Chênes

Campsite address
Camping Sandaya Le Plein Air des Chênes
avenue Georges Frêche, 34830, Clapiers, France
Get directions
20 mins by car from Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport
From the station
Montpellier Saint-Roch
From Montpellier Saint-Roch station, walk 10 minutes to Gambetta - Saint-Denis, then take Tram 5 to Clapiers (28 minutes), and finally walk 37 minutes to reach Camping Sandaya Le Plein Air des Chênes. The entire journey takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
From the airport
Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport
From Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport, take Bus Totoom to Montpellier Sud de France Bus Station, then Bus 15 to Aiguelongue, followed by Tram 2 to Jacou, with walking segments connecting each leg and a final 26-minute walk to the campsite. The total journey takes approximately 1 hour 50 minutes.

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Nearest airports
Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport
10km awayMPL
Train stations
Montpellier Saint-Roch
5km away · TER Occitanie
Saint-Aunès
6km away
Montpellier-Sud-de-France
7km away

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