Planning a Camargue holiday with the coast in mind? Just 30 minutes by car from the beach, our campsite near Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer sets you down right inside a regional nature park, among rice paddies, bulls and pink flamingos. A heated pool, mobile homes and spacious pitches make for a simple, comfortable family stay between Arles and the Camargue coast. Julie and Cécilia, the two sisters who run the campsite, welcome you to our 3-star campsite in the Camargue.
A 3-Star Campsite in the Camargue, on the doorstep of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
Our 3-star campsite sits in the hamlet of Saliers, in the town of Arles, 17 km from the town centre and 30 minutes by car from the beaches of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. This location within the Camargue Regional Nature Park, in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region, combines wide open protected spaces with quick access to the coast. Pets are welcome on a lead, which makes family holidays easier. Choosing our campsite near Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer means enjoying the Camargue just a few kilometres from the sea, in a setting of unspoilt nature.
In brief:
- Our 3-star campsite in the Bouches-du-Rhône is 30 minutes by car from Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer.
- The estate has around 70 rental accommodations and about fifty bare pitches.
- The heated outdoor pool is open every day from 10am to 7pm.
- Pets are welcome at our campsite, on a lead.
Mobile homes and pitches: 70 options for your stay
Our Camargue campsite has around 70 rental accommodations and about fifty bare pitches, enough to host families and independent campers alike. Every rental accommodation aims for the comfort of a real holiday home. Here are the options available for your stay near Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer:
- Our fully equipped mobile homes have 2 to 3 bedrooms and sleep up to 7 people, with some family models sleeping up to 12.
- The brand-new Roseau model features modern décor and air conditioning, for 4 people.
- Chalets, cottages and Coco Sweet tents add a cosy touch with a private terrace.
- Our spacious bare pitches of 80 to 100 m² welcome tents, caravans and motorhomes, with a 10A electrical hook-up.
- Some pitches come with a 10 m² awning that provides welcome shade under the Camargue sun.
The Crin Blanc team’s tip: after several seasons, we recommend shaded pitches to campers who feel the heat. The Camargue stays very sunny and has few trees, so those 10 m² of shade make a real difference to comfort during the day. Air-conditioned mobile homes, meanwhile, offer a cool break between trips to the beach.
Heated pool and water park at the campsite
Back from the beach or a walk through the Camargue rice paddies, our water area takes over. The heated outdoor pool is built around a large pool with a swimming lane, ideal first thing in the morning. Children head for the water slide and the supervised paddling pool, punctuated with water games. For relaxation, the wellness area offers jet benches, a water cannon and micro-bubbles to ease your back. Sun loungers line the poolside, ready for holidaymakers to relax in the sun. This water park is open every day from 10am to 7pm, under parental supervision. In peak season, aqua gym and morning workout sessions liven up the mornings. Swimming quickly becomes a highlight of your stay.
The extra touch: the pool is heated, a real comfort in spring and early autumn, when Camargue mornings turn cool. The wellness pool is reserved for over-12s, which guarantees adults a quiet spot while children enjoy the slide. Remember to bring fitted swimwear: swim shorts are not allowed in the water.
Services, activities and campsite life
Daily life at our campsite near Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, in the Bouches-du-Rhône, is simple and lively. A restaurant, snack bar, pizzeria and grocery shop cover meals, while the team runs the kids’ club, activities and evening events. Here are the main services and activities on offer:
- The Le Petit Crin Blanc restaurant serves local dishes, including bull gardiane stew, on a terrace facing the sunset.
- The grocery shop has fresh bread and pastries delivered every morning.
- A kids’ club for ages 4 to 12 runs in July and August, with craft workshops, mini-Olympics and a mini-disco.
- For sport, the playground, the beach volleyball court and the multi-sports pitch keep young and old busy.
- Evenings feature karaoke, concerts, bingo nights and themed Camargue dinners.
- An air-conditioned gym and a relaxation room round out the campsite’s shared spaces.
- Finally, an electric vehicle charging point, a laundrette and wifi complete the practical services.
Throughout the day, activities and games bring young and old together, ahead of evenings at the restaurant.
Pastries
Good to know: individual barbecues and planchas are not allowed on site, including electric or gas ones. We’re right inside the Camargue Regional Nature Park, where fire risk rises quickly in summer. A secure shared barbecue area is set up so you can grill with complete peace of mind, without giving up the pleasure of eating outdoors.
Wild Camargue
Nature outings around Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
Our central location opens the door to the coastal Camargue and its neighbouring towns, between the Bouches-du-Rhône and the Gard. From our campsite, several sites are less than an hour’s drive away:
- Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer brings together its fortified church, its arena and long sandy beaches, 30 minutes away.
- Halfway there, the Pont de Gau ornithological park puts pink flamingos within binocular range, between our campsite and the coast.
- Le Grau-du-Roi and Port-Camargue promise a full day of swimming on their beaches, on the Gard side, at the gateway to Occitanie.
- Aigues-Mortes raises its medieval ramparts around its salt flats, in the neighbouring Gard.
- Arles preserves its Roman arena and its UNESCO World Heritage listing, 17 km from the campsite.
Can you already picture your mornings at the pool and your family afternoons on the coast, in Provence?
Book your stay at Camping Crin Blanc now, 30 minutes from Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer.
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Practical information
FAQ – Campsite near Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
Our campsite is 30 minutes by car from Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, in the hamlet of Saliers, in the town of Arles. The road crosses the Camargue and runs alongside the rice paddies. This distance lets you spend a full day at the beach and still return to a quiet spot in the marshes each evening.
Yes, pets are welcome at our campsite, provided they’re kept on a lead. They’re welcome both on the pitches and around the accommodations, for family holidays with your dog.
Yes, our 80 to 100 m² pitches accommodate motorhomes, and a waste disposal point is available on site. Access is via the A54, Arles exit, with free parking. Every pitch has a 10A electrical hook-up for your vehicle.
Yes, our sanitary blocks include facilities adapted for people with reduced mobility. French and English are spoken at reception, who can guide you according to your needs. Please mention any accessibility needs when booking so we can best prepare for your arrival.
The campsite is open from April to September. Reception welcomes you every day, with extended hours in July and August. The water park and activities run throughout the season, with a busier programme at the height of summer.
Yes, some of our pitches offer a 10 m² awning that provides shade, a real plus under the Camargue sun. Other pitches are partly shaded or sunny. Let us know your preference when booking and we’ll do our best to accommodate it, subject to availability.
No, our campsite pool is not supervised by a lifeguard. Children therefore remain the responsibility of their parents at all times. The water park is open every day from 10am to 7pm, and the wellness pool is reserved for over-12s.
The nearest beaches are at Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, 30 minutes by car. On the Gard side, Le Grau-du-Roi and Port-Camargue also offer long stretches of sand for swimming. Plan on a full day out to make the most of the sea and a day by the water.
