Summer holidays are approaching and you'd like to find a good campsite in the Landes region by the sea … Faced with the multitude of campsite offers on the internet, you don't know how to find a good, affordable campsite in the Landes , or which one to choose by the beach …
Well, I too faced the same questions last July when I was looking for the best cheap campsite in the Landes region by the sea.
In fact, since I don't like to follow the recommendations of the famous camping guides and the various rankings on the web which are most often the result of hidden advertising, I preferred to take the time I needed to do my own research.
And so, I'm going to show you the steps that allowed me to make the right choice to find my ideal campsite: a campsite by the sea in the Landes at a low price!
Cheap camping in the Landes by the sea - Why?
Why did I choose to spend a week camping in the Landes rather than in a hotel? Well, during this summer period, I wanted to enjoy the sun, nature, to be able to have my breakfasts outside with the sound of birds and above all to have my "feet in the water"... there was no way I was going to lock myself up in a furnished apartment or a hotel room!
It wasn't a budget concern that guided me towards this choice because I had spotted some very interesting hotel offers in terms of price which was equivalent to the average budget of a week in a cheap campsite ... but I really felt that I truly wanted to be outdoors.
Especially with the richness and the wild side of the nature of the Landes, camping is the way to make the most of it!
Cheap camping in the Landes - Where to choose?
The question doesn't arise when you're doing a road trip in the Landes region in a campervan , or when you have 15 days of vacation and can therefore split your stay between the Landes coast and the Landes hinterland …
But for my very short week of vacation, as I wanted to discover the Landes while enjoying a "relaxation mode" stay, I really did not want to spend 3 days here, 2 days there and another 2 days elsewhere. .
So I looked for a site in the Landes by the sea where I could settle down for the whole week and from where I could shine for day trips while also enjoying the beach.
Where to find a cheap campsite in the Landes by the sea?
Here's the most important question: Where to choose your campsite in the Landes region by the beach? Which resort, village, or town? What will be the ideal location to enjoy nature, cultural visits, and beautiful beaches? In the South or the North of the Landes?
With my desire for hiking, cycling, and discovering unspoiled and off-the-beaten-path sites, I chose the southern Landes coast to be in the heart of nature and also close to the Basque Country , which I can then visit…
But even if you choose a campsite in the southern part of the Landes region , it's perfectly possible to visit the northern Landes and even the Arcachon Basin and Cap Ferret . You just have to get up early in the morning!
Camping in the Landes by the beach - How to choose it?
Before comparing the different campsites in the Landes region by the sea , I started by excluding all those that were completely unsuitable for me because I wanted to avoid, above all:
- Stay in a noisy place,
- Put up with too much promiscuity (I can't stand being stuck to my
neighbors), - To be away from the beach.
So I looked at campsites in the "village" style and found a good solution on Booking.com that allowed me to be in a quiet, somewhat secluded spot in nature while still being close to the beach.
Why book with Booking.com? Well, quite simply because you can modify or cancel the reservation for free, which is not the case on all camping reservation platforms ...
Then to refine my search among the campsites that interested me, I selected only the campsites that met my low budget and my selection criteria which I detail below:
Cheap but comfortable campsite
Because yes, if I make concessions in the circuit because we arrive late at night and leave very early the next day, on the other hand if I go on summer vacation, there
I look for comfort first of all because I know that I will be able to enjoy it during the whole stay ...
And when I say comfort, I necessarily mean a pleasant setting , good facilities , a lovely terrace with sun loungers to enjoy naps in the sun, a good bed with a quality mattress, air conditioning (essential in the middle of summer) and excellent WIFI !!! That's exactly what I found at the Espace Blue Océan campsite , which I will describe in detail below.
Cheap campsite with swimming pool
And yes, I think I am like everyone else: I need a swimming pool in the campsite to really feel on vacation and to make the most of it!
Cheap campsite but with good services
When it comes to campsite amenities, the most important thing for me is the campsite restaurant ! It absolutely must offer fresh produce and, of course, a varied menu. Needless to say, I rule out any campsite that only has a fast-food joint or a pizzeria! While I don't need a gourmet restaurant, I do need a good, simple place to end (or start) an evening on a high note.
Then, come all the activities relating to well-being (Spas,
massages, aquagym, yoga ...) which are really little bonuses for a cheap camping.
Cheap but lively campsite
For people who have children, this criterion is very important because pool games, clubs, sports activities, water parks, competitions and foam parties will contribute to the success of their holidays and therefore those of their parents !
For me, this is really not a priority criterion. Nevertheless, I check that there is this kind of entertainment and also places dedicated to children because suddenly, they do not play between the mobile homes which preserves the rest of the "childless" !!!
Cheap but secure campsite
Ah, there I imagine that it triggers you a small mocking smile and think surely: "oh here is another anxious woman who sees the danger everywhere ...".
Well no, it's not psychosis because I did explore Colombia with a backpack !!!
But, on the other hand, when I want to relax and totally let go, I don't want to have to think about closing the windows just in case, checking if the car trunk is properly closed or bringing in the towels that are out before going to bed… That's why, for me, the fact that I could rest with peace of mind was also a criterion for selecting my campsite in the Landes by the beach.
Cheap campsite in the Landes by the sea
Slightly removed from the tourist crowds, the campsite I chose is perfect for a relaxing week, with its splendid sandy beaches and numerous pine forests. Its proximity to the major tourist attractions of the Basque Coast and the Landes region offers the opportunity to combine a seaside holiday with sightseeing.
So it was in Ondres, 19 km from Biarritz, at the Espace Blue Océan campsite , that I spent a short but fantastic week's holiday by the beach , in peace and quiet in the heart of the Landes nature in a beautiful pine forest.
Cheap camping in the Landes
Cost was an important selection criterion for me when I was looking for a good campsite in the Landes region . And of course, when I had to choose between 3 or 4 campsites that suited me, I preferred to book the cheapest one!
At €300 a week for a chalet for 4 people, in such a magnificent setting and by the sea, I think it's a very good deal!
Best cheap camping in the moors
Looking back and having had other camping experiences in the Landes region , I can confirm that this campsite met all my criteria, namely:
- Exceptional setting with direct access to the beach;
- Comfortable accommodation in a chalet in the forest;
- Good little restaurant;
- Superb swimming pool;
- Animations;
- Fitness classes, yoga, massages ... everything was perfect so that I could pamper myself!
And in my opinion, it's one of the best cheap campsites in the Landes region, right by the sea and with a swimming pool!
More information on this campsite in the Landes
Cheap Airbnb in the Landes
For an affordable holiday , I hesitated for a long time between choosing an Airbnb in the Landes region , surrounded by nature (in the heart of a Landes forest) and incredibly economical (€49 per night). But in the end, I opted for camping to be right by the water! Here's the house that really appealed to me:
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