Camping de Gien
About
Camping de Gien is a charming 3‑star campsite located on the banks of the Loire river in the town of Gien, Loiret, France. With an expansive 5‑hectare site that hosts 197 pitches ranging from 100 to 150 square metres, the camp offers a wide variety of accommodation options: fully equipped wooden mobile‑homes for 2‑6 people, quirky caravan and motor‑home sites, 11‑metre 4‑person caravans, 18‑metre 4‑person caravans, 7‑person “Tente Canada” tents, and the family‑friendly “Le Nid” 6‑person tent. All offers include a kitchen, bathroom, and a covered terrace or awning. The campsite is freely accessible to guests to walk along the Loire and along the GR3‑Loire cycle trail. The site’s core amenities include a heated indoor pool, a shallow splash pool for children, a freshwater beach area with a dedicated sand‑castle zone, an indoor gym, a mini‑golf course, a trampoline, a ping‑pong table, outdoor fitness equipment, as well as a bar‑restaurant (“Port‑Gallier”) which is open daily from 11 AM to 10 PM, serving a range of French classics and desserts. Food can be enjoyed on the premises or taken away for a picnic in the landscaped gardens. Children’s play areas, a “Club Plage” for certain months, and easy access to nearby municipal services such as a bakery, grocery store, and wine shop, make Camping de Gien ideal for families, couples, solo travellers, and history or nature enthusiasts. With day‑time river excursions, canoeing, kayaking, and bike rentals available on site, the campsite serves as a launchpad for exploring the magnificent Loire Valley castles, vineyards of Sancerre, and the UNESCO‑listed Mantelot lock. Visitors are encouraged to visit the 13th‑century Château de Gien, the medieval fortress of Saint‑Brisson‑sur‑Loire, and the Château de Sully–sur‑Loire, offering a mix of culture, history, and stunning riverbank scenery. The campsite is open every day from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Booking can be made online via the official site; no advance reservation is mandatory, though guests are encouraged to confirm availability for peak season and for larger groups.