Camping L'Espiguette

Hello everyone, the campsite is perfect for Francophile people! If you desire a German-maintained site, you are definitely in the wrong place! The area is huge, making the paths far. The staff were diligent in keeping the restrooms clean, but they weren't always able to handle the influx of visitors. There are enough restrooms. The pitches are large enough to maneuver with the car, even for old campers without electric help. On-site, you have everything except stamps. The beach is gigantic—literally—but wonderful. Our dog accompanied us, but it's best to take him only in the evenings, as the danger of burnt paws is otherwise high. Mosquitoes (mystique) were not a concern during our time in mid-July! Otherwise, there's much nature to see, or those who want can enjoy endless beach and a sea for lounging. Negative: the uncut pitches. Oh, what dry grass could still be mowed here, lol!

The place has definitely passed its peak. The reception hall echoes so badly that one can hardly communicate during multiple conversations. Occupied spots are already allocated to newcomers in the morning, even though there are several hundred free spots available. Noisy until deep into the night. Sanitary facilities were very clean. In the past, one could leave without extra charges in the late afternoon outside of the season. Camping used to have something to do with freedom. Pizzas are excellent!

I cannot understand what is being complained about at a high level here. When we were here at the end of September, the site was about 20% occupied. All sanitary buildings were open. Very clean, though old. All shops were open. Paid 23 euros per day with a motorhome right at the exit. I extended for 2 days without any problems and without any surcharge. The way to the water is long. But there is a path next to the campsite where you can ride to the water.

The place overall gives a dirty, unkempt impression, the pool is far too small and offers no variety, the sea is very far away, the sanitary facilities are, depending on the time of day, a disgrace. With announced extension, an unexplainable surcharge is applied to the daily price although the place was overall half empty.

The place is large but not necessarily well maintained. The reception area is bare, old, and reminiscent of a container. The security at the entrance works well. Unfortunately, no one speaks German at the reception. The washrooms are also in need of more than just renovation, old, with rotting grout, no toilet seats, no toilet paper, and worn out sinks. Although everything was relatively clean, it was far from the rating given by the ADAC. At the pitch, there was a water connection for 8 spots and thus only one sewage disposal. The most modern feature was the service unit for emptying for 4 motorhomes, it's just a shame that fresh water also has to be paid for here. The dreamlike beach could compensate for a lot with its endless expanses if the path to the water were shorter. It's a pity that the operator has not invested in appearance and modernization for a long time.

There are few spots surrounded by trees that provide even a hint of shade. The toilets are conditionally clean, at least when you use the facilities directly after the cleaning staff. Otherwise, everything quickly becomes dirty again thanks to the youth groups. Apparently, there is also lighting there only alternating between the ladies' and gents'. During our 2-week stay, we did not have lights on both toilets even once in the evening. Once the activities of the youth groups are over for the evening, the toilets seem to become a popular meeting point. Unfortunately, this continues late into the night, with no one from the campsite taking care of it. Even after complaints from both the youths, who just laugh, and the site staff, nothing has changed. Furthermore, there does not seem to be any space for the beloved four-legged friends. Anyone who brings a dog can let it go wherever they stand. This is noticeable in that there are piles of dog waste all along the paths, left by owners who are so back-stricken that they cannot pick it up. All in all, the only positive thing is that the site is right by the sea.

"The dirtiest toilets since the Middle Ages" describes our son the sanitary facilities. The pool area is far too small for the number of campers that can be accommodated. Very strict lifeguards. Beautiful fine sandy beach, unfortunately the walk to the sea is about 20 minutes on foot. But worth seeing! A major downside: the passage to the beach closes at 10 PM. This means you have to start your way home by 9:40 PM. Sunset at the beach is tight in the high summer.

The campsite is overall okay. The pool with its slides is worth a visit. However, it is too small for the size of the park. The lifeguards are very strict and you are constantly being admonished. This can sometimes be very exhausting. You have direct access to a mega beautiful beach. The toilet facilities, however, are not particularly nice. The toilets and also the showers are often not very clean. For that, we deducted 2 points. Nevertheless, the campsite can be recommended. We did not test the restaurant. It did not look very inviting.