In South Luberon, campsites blend seamlessly into the landscape. From the most modern mobile homes to tent pitches, all lovers of outdoor accommodation will find their happiness here. Camping here is the simplest way to (re)connect with what matters most: nature. The shade of holm oaks and pine forests promises truly Mediterranean siestas, delicious aperitifs and meals, and unforgettable games of pétanque. Perfect for family holidays, the campsites of South Luberon are suited to every need. From the simplest to the most fully equipped, with or without entertainment, by the water or on the edge of the village, you’ll be spoilt for choice!
How to go camping in the Luberon
Going camping doesn’t have to mean giving up on comfort. Here are a few tips to help you enjoy a holiday that is both comfortable and environmentally friendly at campsites in South Luberon, especially if you are travelling with a tent.
Regulations on wild camping and bivouacking
Wild camping is strictly prohibited in the Luberon; you cannot pitch your tent just anywhere. In France, camping is regulated by the section ‘Camping, development of residential leisure parks, placement of light leisure dwellings and installation of mobile leisure homes and caravans’ of ‘Decree No. 2015-1783 of 28 December 2015 relating to the regulatory part of Book I of the Town Planning Code and the modernisation of the content of the local town planning scheme’.
Wild camping is often done in areas that are little or not at all developed, somewhat closer to civilisation, by people with a vehicle who stay for several nights in the same place. Bivouacking, on the other hand, is a temporary camp set up in a minimally developed or completely wild spot, usually practised in the heart of nature by those taking part in outdoor activities (hiking, climbing, mountain biking, kayaking, etc.) over several days. A bivouac can be set up from sunset to sunrise, for just one night in the same spot, with a light and minimal camp setup (with or without a tent).
A large part of the Luberon lies in a Regional Nature Park (PNR). A PNR does not have specific regulations like a national park or a nature reserve, but it may be subject to prefectural orders for the protection of habitats, nature reserves, or municipal decrees. In the Luberon Regional Nature Park, “Bivouacking (temporary, minimal camping, with or without a tent, from dusk to dawn) is prohibited in the forested areas during the summer. The rest of the year, it may be permitted with the prior agreement of the owner,” as stated in the Park’s brochure.
Discover more about South Luberon
Are you camping in South Luberon and looking for things to do? Discover our selection of leisure activities, places to visit, gourmet stops, hiking trails in the Luberon mountains, 2 CV trips, family bike rides… there’s something for everyone!
