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Pyla Camping

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  • Tranquillity
    5.0
  • Food / Shops
    4.0
  • Overall cleanliness
    5.0
  • Cleanliness of sanitary facilities
    5.0
  • Friendliness
    4.0
  • Infrastructure
    2.0
  • Leisure activities
    5.0
  • Location
    5.0
  • Value for money
    3.0
  • Sanitary facilities
    4.0

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3.0
Bernd P.
Stay: Aug 2019
"Actually quite a nice place; unfortunately too expensive in the high season - First of all: our stay at this campsite came about by chance. All the other pitches we wanted to book were already fully booked. A few days beforehand, we almost panicked in view of some scathing reviews of this campsite in other forums. The lack of cleanliness in particular was criticized. I can't confirm that at all! The sanitary facilities are far from hotel-like, but absolutely clean and well-kept! Communication before the vacation: booking proved to be quite a hassle. You can only book with a credit card. I had a technical problem at the time. Email inquiries in German and French remained unanswered as to whether a bank transfer would work. When the credit card was activated, there was no booking confirmation. The booking was only confirmed after a telephone consultation (communication was only possible in French). The arrival: before we set foot on the pitch, the entire amount for the stay was already due. For me, this is an absolute bad habit! The location: fantastic location below the dune! Visually, the location is really great. Access to the beach is possible via a spur of the dune. This is not quite as strenuous as walking over the entire dune, but still strenuous enough. It takes 10 minutes to walk up from the beach through the deep sand. The beach is natural (I don't mean that in a negative way) and quite beautiful. For those who like it more comfortable: just under 3 km away there are sections of beach (free parking) with much easier access. These are also well equipped with infrastructure. These beaches are also easily accessible by bike, despite the short and steep incline. In general, La Teste de Buch is 10 km away and has an incredible range of industrial areas with supermarkets, discount stores and shopping centers of all kinds. Unfortunately, only one road leads to the campsites. And it is very busy. This means that a shopping trip can take several hours (5 km traffic jams are not uncommon!) Sanitary facilities: no gender segregation, no toilet seats, no toilet paper. But there were plenty of toilets and showers. They were cleaned several times a day. Unfortunately, the temperature of the showers cannot be regulated; there is only one standard temperature (quite warm). Unfortunately, most of the showers are quite open, which can get quite frosty when temperatures are low (and we usually had them after sunset!). However, it's a mystery to me how you can come up with the idea of not covering the sinks. Washing up in the rain is also a funny feeling... The disposal station for chemical toilets also makes little sense. It's also outdoors next to the disposal station for camper vans. So if there's a camper van there, there's no chance of emptying it. Site facilities: there is a (very) small pool, a small supermarket, bar and restaurant. Absolutely sufficient. I also liked the barbecue areas scattered around the site. Garbage cans: well, very sparse. There is only one central garbage station. This is sometimes incredibly far away from the pitches. Otherwise there is nothing at all. Only small, unlocked bins at the sanitary facilities and sinks. It's great to look at cotton buds and tampons when brushing your teeth... The restaurant: Prices typically high in France. Drinks prices enormously expensive for a campsite! But the taste was great! The restaurant was busy every evening. Waiting times therefore included. Everyone has to help out in the service: entertainers, cleaning staff, reception staff... Friendliness of the staff: absolutely fine. But: it became clear that the reception staff in particular are not specialists, but rather seasonal workers. They can't really help with questions. One employee couldn't tell me where I could dispose of my chemical toilet. He didn't know the term in German, English or French. Finally, he explained that he didn't know the difference between a caravan and a mobile home. And that at the reception on a campsite. Last but not least, the most unpleasant chapter for me: the pitches. There are some really wildly romantic pitches for tents that I really liked. For caravans or motorhomes, some of them look really bad. Sloping, crooked, steep and sandy are the problems of many pitches. Added to this is the rather problematic distribution by the reception. Carvans have to park on steep pitches. Camper vans stand crooked on the pitch because it is far too small. Instead, tents and small camper vans are parked on large, level pitches. We had to push the caravan uphill along the path and then over an elevation on the pitch. No problem: the pitch was large. The access road, however, was a disaster. We needed 7 people to maneuver! Help from staff was only possible with the massive intervention of my partner (due to her good language skills). If I hadn't already had to pay the full amount for the stay, I would have left in a huff. By the way: despite the chocks, the caravan was still not level. To summarize: this is a typical French 3-star campsite, as I have experienced time and again. It's basically okay and I would have given it four stars in the rating here. But: unfortunately it is too expensive for its services in the high season. The price would have been reasonable a week later. Unfortunately, the price-performance ratio is not right. Well, the campsite can afford it. It was fully booked.
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Activities recommended by guests

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Rated by guests as "Suitable for"

5.0
Guests with tents
5.0
Couples
5.0
Guests with dogs
5.0
Families with children under 12
5.0
Families with children under 18
5.0
Families with children under 6
3.0
Youth groups
2.0
Senior citizens

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Camping Le Pyla – at the foot of Europe’s highest dune At the edge of the stunning Dune du Pilat, you'll find Camping MS Le Pyla, just 65 km from Bordeaux in the beautiful Gironde region. The nearest beach is …only 900 metres away – ideal for a refreshing swim in the Atlantic. Families feel right at home here: there's a large outdoor pool for hours of water fun, a restaurant serving delicious food, and plenty of activities for all ages. And the surroundings? Perfect for day trips and adventures. Camping with a view of the dune The pitches at Camping Le Pyla are located on grass or sand and are surrounded by trees that provide plenty of shade. The grounds are well-maintained and offer both peace and natural charm. Prefer more comfort? Choose from modern mobile homes with air conditioning or safari tents with fully equipped kitchens and private bathrooms. Some accommodations and pitches are directly next to the dune, others are closer to the pool and restaurant. What can you do here? Water lovers will enjoy the large outdoor pool and the sun loungers around it – perfect for relaxing. The bar and restaurant are right next to the pool, so a cool drink is always within reach. In high season, the campsite offers concerts, karaoke nights, and fun activities for kids aged 4 to 13. There's also a sports programme for active guests. Love cycling? Discover the beautiful region around the campsite on one of the many scenic bike paths – a great way to explore at your own pace.
  • Total number of pitches: 312
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Operating hours

23. May - 28. September

Properties

Pets

  • Dogs allowed in low season
  • Dogs allowed in peak season

Family & Children

  • Kids entertainment programme
  • Playground

Swimming & Wellness

  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming in natural waters(Sea)

Fare & Catering

  • Grocery shop
  • Restaurant

Rental accommodations

  • Bungalows
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Location

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Directions

A660, N250 Bordeaux-Arcachon, exit Dune de Pyla. Follow the "Campings" signs. The third campsite on the right.

Address

Route de Biscarosse portal
33115  Pyla-Sur-Mer
France
GPS Coordinates
Lat 44.57788, Long -1.21325
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Pyla Camping

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websitewww.ms-vacances.com

Frequently asked questions

Are dogs allowed at the campsite Pyla Camping?

Dogs are allowed in high season and low season. Guests rate Pyla Camping as "suitable for guests with dogs" with 5 out of 5. Read reviews in detail now

When is Pyla Camping open?

Pyla Camping is open from May 23 until September 28. Check availabilities now

Is Pyla Camping family friendly?

Guests rate Pyla Camping as particularly suitable for families with children under 6, 12 and 18 years. For leisure activities, the campsite Pyla Camping offers many possibilities, such as Playground, Outdoor pool, Kids entertainment programme and much more.

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How do guests and other campers rate Pyla Camping?

Campers rate Pyla Camping 3 out of 5.

Guests rate the following properties particularly well: Tranquillity, Overall cleanliness, Cleanliness of sanitary facilities

According to its guests Pyla Camping is particularly suitable for: Guests with tents and Couples

According to its guests Pyla Camping is ideal for: Paragliding and Relaxing

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Are there shopping facilities near Pyla Camping?

There is a grocery store directly on the campsite. Learn more about the location

How far is the nearest town or city from Pyla Camping?

Unfortunately, the campsite Pyla Camping has not yet provided any distance information, but you can also request the info directly from the campsite. Send request now

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What food options does Pyla Camping offer?

Food is well taken care of, because there is a restaurant directly at the site.

For self-catering there is a grocery store directly at the site.

Overall, guests rate the food and beverage at the site 4 out of 5.

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Is there wifi or internet at the campsite Pyla Camping?

Unfortunately, the campsite Pyla Camping has not yet provided any information about Wifi, but you can request the info directly from the campsite. Send request now

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Is Pyla Camping barrier-free?

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How many pitches does Pyla Camping have?

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How big is Pyla Camping?

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How much does it cost to stay at Pyla Camping?

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