The Camper’s take
Updated June 2026
Free lakeside rest area run by the municipality, formerly a campground with spacious shaded grounds. Euro Relais token service, toilets, children's play area, picnic tables, and fishing available. Ideal for brief stops or short stays. Note: grass surfaces become muddy in wet weather; service facilities sometimes inaccessible due to local closures or events.
Highlights
- Very peaceful and serene with well-maintained surroundings
- Very large, airy area with natural shade
- Free with basic facilities (clean toilets, tables, kids’ play area)
- Pleasant lakeside spot for fishing and relaxing
Good to know
- Grassy, muddy ground in wet or rainy weather (frequent bogging reported)
- Service pump access limited (town hall closed certain days; payment by tokens)
- Occasional noise from the adjacent factory/sawmill (quieter on weekends and holidays)
- Unstable terrain, prefer pitches on gravel.
Motorhome access : Easy access. Very large terrain with numerous pitches. Watch for dampness: stick to gravel zones to avoid getting stuck. Some reports mention trailers may struggle (narrow access road per one review).
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Opening hours
Ouvert toute l'année
Street View
Open in Google Street ViewFrequently asked questions
Is Les Gaillards, Saint-Gérand-de-Vaux free?
Yes, it is free.
What facilities are available?
Available: Pets allowed, Mobile signal, Black water, Grey water, Water, Bins, Toilets.
When is it open?
Ouvert toute l'année
Is it a quiet place?
Yes, travellers describe it as a quiet spot.
What can you do nearby?
Nearby: Playground, Fishing, Hiking, Mountain biking.