High Season Highlights: Mapping Out Your Week at Camping Le Plô (Pool, Camp-Fire & BBQ)
If you want to make the most of the Camping Le Plô high season, a little planning goes a long way. The pool is open from 15 June to 15 September, a friendly camp-fire lights up every Wednesday, and a communal barbecue brings everyone together on Fridays in high season. Use this guide to map out a relaxed, memory-packed week—without missing any of the campsite traditions.
Quick answers for fast planners
Use these bite-size facts to anchor your stay.
- When is the pool open? 15 June–15 September. The main pool is 11 m × 6 m (1.30 m deep), next to a paddling pool with mini slides.
- Is the pool supervised? No. It’s fully fenced with a child-proof gate; parents are responsible for children.
- When is the camp-fire? Every Wednesday, with a tractor ride for children to collect wood and marshmallows around the fire.
- When is the BBQ? Every Friday in high season; register in advance. It goes ahead when enough participants sign up.
- When does take-away start? From 18:00 in high season (fries, Dutch snacks, chicken nuggets, salads, pizzas).
- Is there Wi‑Fi? Yes—free, unlimited fibre-optic Wi‑Fi across roughly 80–100% of the campsite, with 4G coverage on site.
At-a-glance weekly anchors
| Highlight | Day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pool season | 15 June–15 Sept | Fenced area; main and paddling pools |
| Camp-fire | Wednesday | Tractor ride + marshmallows |
| Communal BBQ | Friday (high season) | Advance registration required |
| Take-away | Daily in high season | Service from 18:00 |
Your 7‑day high season plan at Camping Le Plô
Below is a sample, low-stress itinerary to help you blend pool time, on-site traditions, and nearby discoveries. Adjust to your pace and the weather.
Monday — Settle in and swim
- Arrive, pitch up or check into your rental. Reception hours: 08:30–12:00 and 14:00–21:30 (closed 12:00–14:00).
- Take an orientation stroll: spot the two trampolines, multi-sport field (football, volleyball, basketball), table tennis, and the fenced toddler zone with sandpits, swings, slide, and playhouse.
- Cool off in the pool area; little ones will love the mini slides in the paddling pool.
- Dinner made easy: pick up take-away from 18:00.
Tuesday — Sidobre discovery + sunset paddling pool
- Explore the granite wonderland right on the doorstep. Start with iconic boulders and forest paths; trails begin near the campsite and are ideal for families.
- Borrow walking booklets at reception (including a set of local hikes and the family-friendly guide "Les Sentiers d’Emelie dans le Tarn").
- Evening dip while the sun softens; finish with pizzas and salads from take-away.
- Tip: Need a fridge for your tent? Table-top fridges are rentable (seasonal rates apply; deposit required).
Wednesday — Camp-fire night
- Morning bike ride: rent on site (half-day or full-day; deposit applies). Choose quiet lanes or forest tracks.
- Afternoon pool time; remember, the area is fenced but unsupervised.
- Evening camp-fire tradition: children hop on the tractor to gather wood, then everyone toasts marshmallows together.
- Night-cap under starry skies at 640 m altitude, where the air is fresh and clear.
Thursday — Culture or water day
- Pick a day trip:
- Albi (heritage architecture and river views),
- Castres (easy 20‑minute drive for shopping and town strolls),
- Sidobre highlights you missed earlier,
- Carcassonne’s medieval Cité, pairing perfectly with a Canal du Midi towpath walk.
- Prefer staying close? Reception can help book water-sports nearby (sailing, pedal boats, canoeing, windsurfing, swimming excursions).
- Back at base, unwind by the pool; grab a simple supper from the take-away from 18:00.
Friday — BBQ social
- Slow morning: trampolines for the kids, table tennis challenges for teens, and a good book in the shade.
- Practical pit stop: refreeze your ice packs at reception (€0.50 per exchange) and run a quick laundry load (tokens available).
- Evening BBQ: the weekly high-season barbecue is on Fridays—make sure you’ve registered. It runs when enough participants have signed up.
Saturday — Granite, games and night swim vibe
- Choose an adventure:
- Hike deeper into the Sidobre forests, with their hills, streams, and shimmering granite.
- Organize a friendly tournament on the multi-sport field; the team at reception is happy to help guests coordinate activities.
- Take a leisurely twilight swim and let the kids cycle the pathways before bedtime.
Sunday — Market, meadow and memories
- Easy morning: coffee, a stroll, or a short ride around the village edge.
- Family picnic amid the granite boulders or by a mountain stream.
- Wrap up with take-away classics and a final look at the week ahead.
On-site essentials to make the most of high season
Pools and play
- Main pool: 11 m × 6 m, 1.30 m deep, ideal for relaxing lengths and family fun.
- Paddling pool: separate oval basin with mini slides—perfect for toddlers and young children.
- Safety: fenced with a child-proof gate; no lifeguard on duty.
- Play zones: two large trampolines, multi-sport field (football/volleyball/basketball), table tennis, plus a fenced toddler area.
Comfort and convenience
- Wi‑Fi: free, unlimited fibre; coverage across roughly 80–100% of pitches and rentals. Speeds may dip at peak evening times.
- Take-away: starts at 18:00 in high season (fries, Dutch frikandellen and croquettes, chicken nuggets, salads, pizzas).
- Laundry: washing token €4, soap €1, tumble dryer €5.
- Ice packs: refreezing at reception (€0.50 per exchange).
- Rentals on site:
- Bicycles (half-day/full-day; €100 deposit),
- Scooters (€10/day, minimum five days in high season; helmets provided; €100 deposit),
- Table-top fridges (seasonal rates; €50 deposit),
- Baby gear (high chair €2.50/stay; baby bed €4.50; both €6).
- Sanitary facilities: 7 indoor showers, 7 toilets with toilet paper, a family/disabled bathroom, outdoor washing tables and sinks, and a chemical toilet disposal point.
Food and supplies
- On Fridays, join the communal BBQ (advance sign-up required; runs with sufficient registrations).
- For groceries and kit, head to Castres (about 20 minutes) for major chains such as Auchan, Géant, Lidl, and Aldi.
Practical takeaways and pro tips
- Register early for the Friday BBQ and plan your Wednesday evening around the camp-fire so you don’t miss either tradition.
- Bring swim gear for all ages; the paddling pool’s mini slides are a hit with little ones.
- Pack a 20 m electric extension cable (a few pitches may need up to 50 m). Hook-ups are 6 A and accept either the standard French plug or the blue Euro connector.
- Borrow trail booklets at reception for ready-made hikes straight from the campsite. Ask for photocopies of individual routes if you prefer light pockets.
- Use on-site rentals to simplify packing: bikes, scooters, fridges, and baby equipment.
- Budget for the local tourist tax (€0.44 per adult/night) and consider laundry tokens for midweek freshness.
- Make the most of free fibre Wi‑Fi for planning day trips; keep in mind that evenings can be busier online.
- For rainy spells, there’s an indoor entertainment room with board games, table football, and seating.
Booking details and arrival planning
- Booking: Check real-time availability and prices on the online portal: https://reservation.secureholiday.net/fr/789/. You can also call the owners, Richard and Kristel, on +33 5 63 74 00 82.
- Check-in/out windows:
- Camping pitches: check-in 14:00–21:30; check-out before 12:00.
- Rentals (lodges, chalets, caravan): check-in 17:00–21:30; check-out by 10:00.
- Reception is closed 12:00–14:00 daily.
- High and mid-season rentals: from 1 July to 1 September, rentals have a 5‑night minimum with arrivals/departures on Thursday, Saturday, or Sunday (2‑night minimum in low season, flexible days).
- Payments: Visa, MasterCard, bank transfer (SEPA), and Chèques‑Vacances (Connect or Classic) are accepted for reservations; on site you can pay by card, Chèques‑Vacances, bank checks, or cash.
- Peace of mind: optional “Campez Couvert” cancellation insurance (4% of the stay) covers cancellation, late arrival, or early departure. For cancellations more than two months before arrival, you may opt for a personal voucher valid until the end of the next summer season.
- Pets: welcome on pitches and selected rentals (daily supplement). Pets are allowed in the Caravan and De Waard tents but not in the Eco‑Lodge Manyara or Eco‑Lodge VIP, nor in luxury lodges. Keep dogs on a lead and bring an up‑to‑date pet passport.
Why the Sidobre setting makes high season special
Camping Le Plô sits at 640 m on the edge of a village in the Tarn’s Sidobre—an island of granite with forests, hills, and mountain streams. This landscape invites slow mornings, scenic walks straight from the campsite, and child-led adventures clambering over smooth boulders. The climate blends fresh, green Atlantic influences with generous Mediterranean sunshine—ideal for al fresco dinners and starlit camp-fire nights.
Conclusion: Book your Camping Le Plô high season week now
Lock in the Wednesday camp-fire and Friday BBQ, build your days around the pool and paddling pool, and add easy adventures on foot or by bike. For availability and pricing, visit the booking portal or call Richard and Kristel.
- Book now: https://reservation.secureholiday.net/fr/789/
- Questions or special requests: +33 5 63 74 00 82
Ready to plan even more? Explore the Sidobre highlights: Sidobre. Then pack light—your high season week at Camping Le Plô is mapped out.