Travelling by bike and looking for a comfortable stopover, for one night or several days? Between the Camargue, the Rhône and the Alpilles, our campsite in the Camargue in Arles welcomes you from April to September with bike-friendly facilities truly designed for cyclists. Whether you are touring the ViaRhôna, arriving by train in Arles or setting off on day rides, your cycling stopover comes together at Camping Crin Blanc!
Highlights: The Cyclist Extras at Camping Crin Blanc
Your BikeSee the 3 highlightsHide
- A secure bike room shelters your gear.
- Our repair kit sorts out minor mishaps, and for bigger technical problems, a bike repairer is nearby in Saint-Gilles.
- Your luggage travels with a transport service.
Access and RoutesSee the 3 highlightsHide
- The ViaRhôna passes nearby.
- You can cycle from the campsite to Arles station along a quiet country road, the Route de Gimeaux.
- Our reception provides advice and routes.
Meals and NightsSee the 4 highlightsHide
- The breakfast option starts your day from 8:30 am.
- Packed lunches to take away come with you on the road.
- Evening dining on site means you do not have to get back on the road after your day out.
- Our accommodation welcomes you for one night or several days.
RecoverySee the 3 highlightsHide
- The balneo area helps you recover.
- A recovery massage is available on the campsite.
- The indoor gym completes your training.
Getting to the Campsite by Bike
Along the ViaRhôna from Saint-Gilles
The ViaRhôna links Lake Geneva to the Mediterranean. In Saint-Gilles, 2 sections meet.
29 kmBeaucaire to Saint-GillesThe towpath of the Rhône to Sète canal
32 kmSaint-Gilles to Aigues-MortesThe Gard Camargue: marshes, canals, reeds and salt pansBeyond that, the route heads towards Arles and the Rhône delta, or towards Aigues-Mortes and the Mediterranean.
Just 5 km from St Gilles, Camping Crin Blanc is therefore an ideal stopover on your journey!
By Train to Arles, Then by Bike
Arrive at Arles station with your bike, then join us via the quiet Route de Gimeaux: about 50 minutes on a flat route. The town quickly gives way to country roads, for a gentle start to your stay!
Tip from the Camping Le Crin Blanc team: no bus links Arles to the campsite, so cycling is the simplest option from the station. Our reception welcomes you from 8:30 am to 12 pm and from 4 pm to 6:30 pm in low season, and until 7 pm in July and August. Before you book your train ticket, plan your arrival at your accommodation within these hours.
Bivouac Cabins, Tents or Pitches: Accommodation for Every Pace
Set in the heart of nature, our bike-friendly campsite offers accommodation suited to every trip.
For a One-Night Stopover
Our bivouac cabins and bivouac tents suit cycle tourists who want to sleep, eat and set off again the next day: a practical and original stopover. Our two wooden cabins on stilts (12 m²) each sleep 1 to 2 people in 2 single beds, while our two bivouac tents each have a double bed, so they also sleep up to 2 people per tent.
Travelling with Your Own Tent?
You can pitch your tent on one of our camping pitches and use picnic tables to settle in more comfortably after the day’s kilometres.
For a Stay of Several Days
Camping Crin Blanc then becomes a starting point for the Camargue and the Alpilles, with routes suited to different wishes and different levels. For these stays, our rentals range from mobile homes to the Provençal house, including Coco Sweet tents and chalets.
Secure Storage, Repairs and Luggage: Your Bike in Good Hands
Among our services and facilities, 5 are designed especially for cyclists:
Dining, Balneo and Massage: Recover at Crin Blanc
After a day on the bike, there is no need to get back on the road to find something to eat: meals and recovery are right on site!
A breakfast option, plus fresh bread and pastries available every morning from 8:30 am
Packed lunches to take away, to eat along the way
A meal at our restaurant in the Camargue, with a real chef in the kitchen
The balneo area of our aquatic area in the Camargue, a massage in our dedicated room and, to keep up your training, an indoor gym.
For a massage, you can book a session with the campsite’s massage therapist: just ask at reception. Then pedal on with a light heart!
Cycling Routes in the Camargue and the Alpilles
Not sure which route to take? Stop by reception: our team will give you ideas for circuits starting from or near the campsite.
On the Camargue side, rice fields, marshes and canals, horses, Camargue bulls and pink flamingos line the roads all the way to the beach at Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. Around Arles and in the Camargue, Chemins des Parcs offers many cycling circuits, such as “Le chemin des taureaux”, “Autour du riz et des chevaux de Camargue” and “De la Crau aux Marais du Vigueirat”.
On the Alpilles side, hills take over, along with small Provençal roads, olive trees and characterful villages. The Alpilles are ideal for beautiful day rides around Les Baux-de-Provence, the village of Maussane-les-Alpilles, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence and Mouriès. Chemins des Parcs also offers a discovery of the massif over several days.
Good to know: the resources our team recommends to plan your trip:
- The ViaRhôna mapto download the stages.
- The Beaucaire to Saint-Gilles stagefor the route along the canal.
- The Saint-Gilles to Aigues-Mortes stageto cross the Gard Camargue.
- Chemins des Parcs cycling routesfor the Camargue and the Alpilles.
- The Pays d’Arles by bikeby the Alpilles Regional Nature Park.
- The “À la poursuite des taureaux noirs” micro-adventureby Grand Avignon Destinations.
- France Vélo Tourismefor cycle routes all over France.
- Arles tourist office brochuresto download.
- Travelling with a bike on TER Occitanie trainsbefore you take the train.
At Camping Crin Blanc, cycling is much more than a means of transport: it is a way to take your time, follow the back roads and stop in the heart of nature whenever you like, so you can fully experience the Camargue and Provence. One night for a stopover, a few days to explore, a stay to unwind: which option suits you? Book your stopover, your bike is welcome.
Your Questions About Our Bike-Friendly Campsite
Can I book just one night?
Yes, we welcome cyclists for a single night. Simply book online, or by email at contact@campingcrinblanc.com.
Is the campsite Accueil Vélo certified?
Yes, our campsite holds the Accueil Vélo label. France Vélo Tourisme, the association that presents itself as the official guide to cycle tourism in France, runs this national brand.
What does the Accueil Vélo label guarantee?
The Accueil Vélo label, the first French label dedicated to cyclists on holiday, guarantees 7 criteria: information, welcome and advice, secure and free parking, luggage storage, charging for devices and e-bikes, repair kit. In France, more than 9,000 professionals display it: hotels, campsites, B&Bs, gîtes and other accommodation, right next to cycle routes.
Do you welcome groups of cyclists?
Yes, we gladly welcome small groups of cyclists, especially in low season. On the bivouac cabin plot, up to 8 people can pitch their tents in addition to the 2 beds. You can plan group menus in advance with our restaurant.
Can I wash my clothes during my cycling tour?
Yes, the campsite has a laundry, in addition to its 2 shower blocks. You leave with clean clothes, even after several days on the road!
Is the balneo area open to everyone?
The balneo area welcomes bathers aged 12 and over. We heat our pools in low season: in spring as in September, you can enjoy the water when you come back from your rides.
Which payment methods do you accept?
We accept bank cards, bank transfers, Chèques-Vacances and e-Chèques-Vacances.
