Camping Puy de Dôme

Emblem of the department that bears its name, the Puy de Dôme attracts thousands of visitors each year. And it has to be said that this young volcano knows how to put on a show: reaching an impressive altitude of 1,465m it offers a sublime view of the 80 perfectly-aligned volcanoes of the Chaîne des Puys, a feature that is unique in the world. So whatever you do, don’t miss this exceptional panorama during your camping holiday with Sandaya!

Your accommodation with every comfort awaits you only a few minutes away, at our campsite in Auvergne. With a setting that combines volcanoes, lakes and forests, your stay in the heart of nature will be as grandiose as it is restful! Recharge the batteries in your fully-equipped cottage or on your tree-planted camping pitch and you’ll be all set to hit the heights of the Puy de Dôme! Kick back and relax in the warm water of our covered swimming pool or enjoy a host of outdoor activities near the campsite. It’s time for adventure!

Good news for families with young children: access to the Puy de Dôme is now possible by train. But this is no ordinary train! At the station just a quarter of an hour away from Clermont-Ferrand, the Panoramique des Dômes awaits. Jump aboard this electric rack railway and let it whisk you to the heights of the Puy de Dôme in a mere 15 minutes. Bonus: your journey up the mountain slopes offers a breathtaking view of the Chaîne des Puys!

Once at the top, in addition to an exceptional panorama, you’ll be able to enjoy an educational treasure-trail activity for all the family. Equipped with your “Mysteries at the Puy de Dôme” booklet, head off in search of the clues hidden at the summit and have fun solving the riddle.

For all who love hiking and a chance to get away from the world in the heart of glorious nature, the Puy de Dôme is an unbeatable choice. After a breakfast fit for champions at the campsite, head for the volcano, an officially listed “Grand Site de France”. To reach the top on foot you have 2 options: from the south, the mule track will take you to the summit in around an hour. Alternatively, with the goat track to the north, you’ll need to allow 1hr 45min. Once you’ve arrived at the highest point, simply gaze out over the view, just the two of you together!

But to prolong your exploration you can also set off along one of the 3 footpaths on the summit: the pilgrims’ trail, the conquerors’ trail and the observers’ trail. The latter offers a complete tour of the Puy de Dôme with a series of unique viewpoints overlooking the Sancy Massif!