Climbing in the Dordogne: nature camping at Grottes de Roffy

A small village in the countryside for a peaceful family vacation

There are places where you can really switch off, where time seems to slow down, and nature gently reclaims its rights. That’s exactly what you’ll find at Les Grottes de Roffy campsite in Sainte-Nathalène, just outside Sarlat in the Dordogne. Here, there’s no city noise, no crowds on the horizon. Just the countryside, the trees, the birdsong, and that vacation feeling in the air. The campsite, secluded enough to offer peace and relaxation, nevertheless has all the makings of a small, friendly village, with its central square around which are built the restaurant, bar, grocery store, arcade and aquatic area.

Families will find everything they need to recharge their batteries. The atmosphere is gentle, conducive to shared moments, with no stress or rush. Children can run, play and explore. Meanwhile, parents enjoy a moment on the bar terrace, overlooking the pool. A aquatic area designed for all ages: heated outdoor pool, slides, sun loungers and, of course, a paddling pool for the little ones.

For the more active, there’s no shortage of activities: multisport pitch, beach volleyball, sand badminton, pétanque, table tennis (rackets available on loan from reception), not to mention a games room with billiards, table soccer and arcade terminals. And when it’s time to recharge your batteries, the restaurant serves tasty Périgord specialities in a simple, warm atmosphere. In the morning, fresh bread and viennoiseries await you directly at the bar, to get your day off to a good start.

The surrounding area offers a multitude of things to see and do. Sarlat and its historic streets, the castles of the Dordogne valley, the caves and chasms that fascinate young and old, and the wooded paths for family walks are all just a few minutes away. The Dordogne is a region of natural and cultural treasures, where every outing becomes a discovery.

Ascension: a foretaste of summer for the whole family

The Ascension weekend is that little moment of respite just before summer, that gentle bubble where the days grow longer, where the reborn nature invites you to get out, live and enjoy. Choosing to stay at Les Grottes de Roffy campsite at this time of year means offering your family a real moment of disconnection, in a peaceful and welcoming environment.

Spring is in full swing, and children are rediscovering the joys of playing outside from morning till night, while parents finally take their time. Here, spring has a taste of escape, with delicate weather that lets us enjoy the outdoors without the sweltering heat of summer. We’re slowly getting into the vacation rhythm, sharing our first real moments together since the Easter vacations, and we’re already dreaming of July.

Thecamping spirit, duringAscension, is that ideal in-between time: enoughentertainment to create memories, but enough peace and quiet to really relax. On site, a number of family activities are offered: sports tournaments, themed evenings… nothing overloaded, just what’s needed to please the kids and bring the generations together. In between activities, you can take a dip in the pool, play a family game of volleyball or explore the region on foot.

The Dordogne region around the campsite is a real playground for families. Medieval castles, listed villages, canoe trips down the river, gourmet markets, forest walks or cave visits… every day is a promise of discovery and shared memories. And at this time of year, visitor numbers are still low, so it’s easy to take it all in. Discover all there is to do in the surrounding area by consulting our suggestions for visits.

SpendingAscension Day here means getting a head start on summer. It means giving your children the luxury of time, play and freedom. And, as a parent, you can take a break from thinking about the agenda and focus on the present moment. With its varied activities, human scale and friendly atmosphere, Les Grottes de Roffy campsite becomes a real family cocoon for a few days in the Dordogne. All it takes is a getaway like this to remind you what an outdoor vacation really means.