Welcome at the place of Karen
Saumur, jewel of the Loire Valley.
Karen

4 star campsite in the Val de Loire at Saumur, flanked by the Loire, a 15mn walk from the town centre, with heated swimming pool and spa, kids’ club, camping pitches, rentals, canvas bungalows, lodges, mobile homes and luxury accommodations
Camping L'Île d'Offard, Loire Valley - Central France - Saumur and the glorious Loire Valley.
Set in the heart of the Loire valley amid 11 acres of parkland and bordered on either side by the river Loire, the campsite makes a great base for exploring the surrounding area. Just 15 minutes’ walk from the historic centre of Saumur with its rich, year-round programme of cultural and artistic events, you’re also ideally placed to visit the château, one of the most emblematic in the Loire valley, or marvel at the riders of the famous Cadre Noir.
The + points
The campsite’s lovely location on the banks of the Loire close to Saumur town centre.
The varied programme of events and activities on offer in Saumur throughout the year.
An official “staging post” on the Loire à Vélo cycle path.




" I love: Location "
" I love: Location was good "
" I love: Proximity to few shops and restaurants. Walkable to the village "
" I love: We love this campsite!!! And such improvements in 12 months . We actually had 2 visits here . One later in September . Great staff great pitches when you know where you want to go and great Sanitary facilities .The Picine is lovely and mobility friendly with excellent non slip steps ! "
" I love: Pool area , local area "
Leisure facilities and services

Heated outdoor pool

Water games

Wellness and relaxation activities

Kids entertainment

Evening entertainment

Free WiFi across the campsite

Rental accommodation accessible to people with reduced mobility

Pets allowed on camping pitches(€)(conditions apply)

Pets allowed in rental accommodation(€)(conditions apply)

Restaurant and Snack bar

Bar

Small shop

Fresh bread delivered daily

Motorhome service point

Bike hire

Children’s playground

Regional products

Volleyball court

Mister Flower Club

River (2km)

Dino
Natural places to swim
Nearby
- River (2km)
Pool facilities
On site
- Heated outdoor poolsdl (from 30/04 to 01/10)sdlSmall poolsdlPaddling poolsdlWater games
- Spa
Leisure facilities
On site
- Children’s playground
- Bouncy castle
- Boules court
- Table tennis table
- Games room
- Table football
- Pool
- Activities room
- Volleyball court
- Relaxation and body conditioning treatments
Nearby
- Cinema (3.5km)
- Library (3.5km)
- Gym (0.01km)
- Golf course (15km)
Activities
On site
- Bike hire
- Archery
Nearby
- Walking (2km)
- Cycling (2km)
- Horse riding (7km)
- Stand-up paddle boarding (7km)
- Pony trekking (7km)
- Horse-drawn carriage rides (2km)
- Woodland adventure course (11km)
- Canoeing/kayaking (7km)
- Go-karting (20km)
- Hot air ballooning (15km)
Services
On site
- Snack bar (from 30/04 to 01/10)
- Food to take away (from 30/04 to 01/10)
- Pizzas (from 30/04 to 01/10)
- Bar (from 30/04 to 01/10)
- Fresh bread delivered daily
- Launderette
- Disabled toilet/washing facilities
- Sheet hire
- Fridge hire
- Barbecue hire
- Wi-Fi (Free) (across the campsite)
- Baby kit hire
- Baby area
- Small shop
- Restaurant (from 30/04 to 01/10)
- Regional products
- Motorhome service point
Nearby
- Bakery (1km)
Entertainment
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- Activities for children 1 : for 4 to 6 year-oldssdl Dates In July and Augustsdl5 times a week sdl sdl
- Family activities :sdl Dates In July and Augustsdl5 times a week sdl sdl
Well worth a visit Nearby Camping L'Île d'Offard Pays de la Loire
Château de Brézé, Europe’s biggest underground fortress.
Something different
The village of Turquant with its remarkable underground arts centre, mushroom caves and cavernous subterranean galleries Don’t miss the local delicacy of “pommes tapées”, traditionally dried applies. A walk through the vineyards of the Domaine Champigny followed by a wine tasting.
Don’t miss
Le Cadre Noir de Saumur : The French National Riding School gives public demonstrations showcasing the skills of its riders and horses. Abbaye Royale de Fontevraud, 18 km from Saumur. An impressive monastery established at the start of the C12 century, the royal abbey at Fontevraud is one of the largest in Europe. Located in the Loire Valley 15 km from Saumur, the Zoo de Doué Biopark houses a remarkable collection of animals focussing on the protection of endangered species.
Walking/cycling route
Walk or cycle along the banks of the River Loire on the many kilometres of cycle paths.
Driving route
To fully understand the nuances of the local wine, Saumur-Champigny, you need to understand the land which produces it and the history and culture of the local winegrowing industry . The local tourist office runs 2-hour guided tours of the Saumur-Champigny wine-growing area with a guide accredited by the wine growers themselves. Every tour culminates at one of the many local producers with a chance to taste the local wines.
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Camping by bike
At the Ile d’Offard on the banks of the River Loire you’ll find the campsite's staff ready to help you make the most of your holiday with a tour of the AOC Coteaux de Saumur vineyards and some great bike rides. A 24km cycle route (leaving from close to the Tourist Office just five minutes from the site) will take you through the magnificent countryside of the Hameau de Samoussais. The campsite also provides a secure room for storing bicycles and accommodation suitable for cycle tourists (Camp'étoile). It has been an “Accueil Vélo” campsite since 2016.
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Relaxation and wellbeing
Located close to the gardens at Villandry and the Château de Saumur, the Ile d’Offard’s wellness centre makes a great place to relax and get away from it all. Combine rest and physical activity with our range of facilities including a hammam, jacuzzi and sauna. If you find it hard to choose between exploring the cultural heritage of the Loire and the chance to sit back and relax, here at the Ile d’Offard Bernard offers the best of both worlds!
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Campsite contact details
Rue de Verden
49400 Saumur
Pays de la Loire
Camping pitches open from 18/03 to 02/10
Rental accommodation open from 18/03 to 02/10
Number of pitches: 228
Click here to see telephone number
Click here to see email address
Latitude : 47.2626707
Longitude : -0.068372
4 star campsite in the Val de Loire at Saumur, flanked by the Loire, a 15mn walk from the town centre, with heated swimming pool and spa, kids’ club, camping pitches, rentals, canvas bungalows, lodges, mobile homes and luxury accommodations
Saumur and the glorious Loire Valley.
Set in the heart of the Loire valley amid 11 acres of parkland and bordered on either side by the river Loire, the campsite makes a great base for exploring the surrounding area. Just 15 minutes’ walk from the historic centre of Saumur with its rich, year-round programme of cultural and artistic events, you’re also ideally placed to visit the château, one of the most emblematic in the Loire valley, or marvel at the riders of the famous Cadre Noir.

The campsite’s lovely location on the banks of the Loire close to Saumur town centre.
The varied programme of events and activities on offer in Saumur throughout the year.
An official “staging post” on the Loire à Vélo cycle path.








From 126 € per week
For a camping pitch for 2 people (7 nights) from 18/03/2023 to 25/03/2023
From 169 € per week
For rental accommodation for 5 people (7 nights) from 06/05/2023 to 13/05/2023

Heated outdoor pool

Water games

Wellness and relaxation activities

Kids entertainment

Evening entertainment

Free WiFi across the campsite

Rental accommodation accessible to people with reduced mobility

Pets allowed on camping pitches(€)(conditions apply)

Pets allowed in rental accommodation(€)(conditions apply)

Restaurant and Snack bar

Bar

Small shop

Fresh bread delivered daily

Motorhome service point

Bike hire

Children’s playground

Regional products

Volleyball court

Mister Flower Club

River (2km)

Dino
Natural places to swim
Nearby
- River (2km)
Pool facilities
On site
- Heated outdoor poolsdl (from 30/04 to 01/10)sdlSmall poolsdlPaddling poolsdlWater games
- Spa
Leisure facilities
On site
- Children’s playground
- Bouncy castle
- Boules court
- Table tennis table
- Games room
- Table football
- Pool
- Activities room
- Volleyball court
- Relaxation and body conditioning treatments
Nearby
- Cinema (3.5km)
- Library (3.5km)
- Gym (0.01km)
- Golf course (15km)
Activities
On site
- Bike hire
- Archery
Nearby
- Walking (2km)
- Cycling (2km)
- Horse riding (7km)
- Stand-up paddle boarding (7km)
- Pony trekking (7km)
- Horse-drawn carriage rides (2km)
- Woodland adventure course (11km)
- Canoeing/kayaking (7km)
- Go-karting (20km)
- Hot air ballooning (15km)
Services
On site
- Snack bar (from 30/04 to 01/10)
- Food to take away (from 30/04 to 01/10)
- Pizzas (from 30/04 to 01/10)
- Bar (from 30/04 to 01/10)
- Fresh bread delivered daily
- Launderette
- Disabled toilet/washing facilities
- Sheet hire
- Fridge hire
- Barbecue hire
- Wi-Fi (Free) (across the campsite)
- Baby kit hire
- Baby area
- Small shop
- Restaurant (from 30/04 to 01/10)
- Regional products
- Motorhome service point
Nearby
- Bakery (1km)
Entertainment
- Evening entertainment :sdl Dates In July and Augustsdl5 times a week sdl sdl
- Activities for children 1 : for 4 to 6 year-oldssdl Dates In July and Augustsdl5 times a week sdl sdl
- Family activities :sdl Dates In July and Augustsdl5 times a week sdl sdl
Well worth a visit Nearby Camping L'Île d'Offard Pays de la Loire
Château de Brézé, Europe’s biggest underground fortress.
Something different
The village of Turquant with its remarkable underground arts centre, mushroom caves and cavernous subterranean galleries Don’t miss the local delicacy of “pommes tapées”, traditionally dried applies. A walk through the vineyards of the Domaine Champigny followed by a wine tasting.
Don’t miss
Le Cadre Noir de Saumur : The French National Riding School gives public demonstrations showcasing the skills of its riders and horses. Abbaye Royale de Fontevraud, 18 km from Saumur. An impressive monastery established at the start of the C12 century, the royal abbey at Fontevraud is one of the largest in Europe. Located in the Loire Valley 15 km from Saumur, the Zoo de Doué Biopark houses a remarkable collection of animals focussing on the protection of endangered species.
Walking/cycling route
Walk or cycle along the banks of the River Loire on the many kilometres of cycle paths.
Driving route
To fully understand the nuances of the local wine, Saumur-Champigny, you need to understand the land which produces it and the history and culture of the local winegrowing industry . The local tourist office runs 2-hour guided tours of the Saumur-Champigny wine-growing area with a guide accredited by the wine growers themselves. Every tour culminates at one of the many local producers with a chance to taste the local wines.

Camping by bike
At the Ile d’Offard on the banks of the River Loire you’ll find the campsite's staff ready to help you make the most of your holiday with a tour of the AOC Coteaux de Saumur vineyards and some great bike rides. A 24km cycle route (leaving from close to the Tourist Office just five minutes from the site) will take you through the magnificent countryside of the Hameau de Samoussais. The campsite also provides a secure room for storing bicycles and accommodation suitable for cycle tourists (Camp'étoile). It has been an “Accueil Vélo” campsite since 2016.

Relaxation and wellbeing
Located close to the gardens at Villandry and the Château de Saumur, the Ile d’Offard’s wellness centre makes a great place to relax and get away from it all. Combine rest and physical activity with our range of facilities including a hammam, jacuzzi and sauna. If you find it hard to choose between exploring the cultural heritage of the Loire and the chance to sit back and relax, here at the Ile d’Offard Bernard offers the best of both worlds!