Camping Le Val de Cesse

Camping Le Val de Cesse is a 4-star campsite in the Aude, beautifully located in Mirepeisset in the heart of the Minervois wine region. Set within a 3-hectare green park, bordered by the Cesse River and just a short bike ride from the Canal du Midi, this campsite near Carcassonne offers a rare combination of nature, comfort, and family-friendly facilities.

The atmosphere is peaceful and welcoming, ideal for families, cyclists, couples, and groups looking for a base to explore Occitanie. On site, guests enjoy a heated outdoor swimming pool (open from April to September) as well as direct access to the river, where supervised swimming is available in summer. The adjacent leisure area allows canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, and relaxed riverside bathing, with shallow waters suitable for children.

Accommodation options are varied and designed for different travel styles. The campsite offers fully equipped air-conditioned mobile homes with furnished terraces, unique lodge-style rentals on stilts, adventure-friendly bivouac tents, and spacious camping and motorhome pitches, available shaded or sunny. Camper services include a dedicated motorhome area, laundry facilities, and a bike station.

Facilities include:

• Restaurant with rotisserie
• Grocery shop
• Bread delivery service
• Free Wi-Fi
• Kids’ club (“Les P’tits Renards”) and teen club (seasonal)
• Playground and mini-farm
• Tennis court and sports activities
• Evening entertainment in high season
• Group-friendly and pet-friendly services

Guests also benefit from direct access to the Mirepeisset leisure centre, featuring multi-sport grounds, tennis, basketball courts, and a themed bar-restaurant.

Camping Le Val de Cesse is a campsite where river, vineyards, Mediterranean sunshine, and relaxation meet — an ideal destination for a South of France camping holiday.

The campsite enjoys a strategic location between Narbonne (approx. 20 minutes), Béziers (approx. 35 minutes), and the UNESCO-listed medieval city of Carcassonne (approx. 45 minutes). It is also only 30 minutes from the Mediterranean beaches, including the seaside resort of Gruissan.

Within Mirepeisset itself, small local shops and cafés are accessible, while larger supermarkets and additional services are available in nearby towns such as Narbonne. Restaurants and wine cellars in the Minervois region are within short driving distance.

Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate immediate access to cycling routes along the Canal du Midi and scenic hiking trails through the garrigue landscape. Barge cruises on the canal, wine tasting tours, and historic village visits are popular day activities. The area is rich in Cathar history, Roman heritage, and traditional Occitan culture.

Whether you are looking for beaches, vineyards, medieval architecture, or active outdoor experiences, this campsite in the Aude places you right in the heart of it all.

The heated swimming pool is open from April through September, and river swimming is supervised during summer months. Seasonal entertainment, kids’ clubs, and organized activities typically operate during peak holiday periods.

All rental accommodations are air-conditioned and include furnished terraces. Camping pitches are available for tents, caravans, and motorhomes, with options for shade or sun exposure. The campsite welcomes pets and is also equipped to host groups, motorcyclists, and hikers.

A bread delivery service is available, and the on-site restaurant operates seasonally. Free Wi-Fi is offered throughout the campsite. Laundry facilities and practical services ensure a comfortable and stress-free stay.

Due to its riverside setting and central location in Occitanie, Camping Le Val de Cesse is especially popular during summer and school holidays — early booking is recommended to secure your preferred accommodation.