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Camping l'Escale ***

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The village of Le Grand-Bornand lies in a fairytale setting in the French Alps, at an altitude of no less than 1,000 metres. Just south of this mountain village you will find Camping l'Escale. This campsite is located on spacious grounds at the foot of the famous Col de la Colombière, a renowned mountain pass in the Tour de France.

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Views of high mountain peaks

At the beautiful campsite entrance, in the same building, are the restaurant, the swimming pool complex and the children's playroom. Behind the campsite you can see a hill with charming wooden mountain houses. The spacious site is divided into three fields with large pitches on a hard grass or gravel surface. The sanitary facilities are extremely clean and tidy.

Swimming indoors or outdoors?

Whatever the weather, great swimming is always possible at Camping l'Escale. The indoor pool is well heated and connects to the outdoor pool, which is located on a sunny terrace above the reception. The sun loungers around it invite you to enjoy a book, the view or just the peace and quiet.

Eating in a lovely atmosphere

Anyone entering the rustic restaurant 'La Ferme du Pépé' will feel instantly welcome. Campers can indulge in delicious specialties here. The village of Les Clusaz further down the road also offers good food. Or you could make your own summer meal at the campsite's barbecue and picnic area. Fresh bread rolls are available at the reception for breakfast. And don't forget to taste the local cheeses.

  • €21 per night during lowseason
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Detail information about this campsite

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Inspected annually

C.A. Denissen

This inspector visits Camping l'Escale every year and inspects the campsite based on more than 200 facilities and other points. The inspector is an employee of ACSI and not affiliated with the campsite.

- Inspector Mr C.A. Denissen

Inspector Mr C.A. Denissen

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Reviews (1634)

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Average rating: 7.5

Toilet facilities
7.3
Staff
8.8
Price - quality comparison
8.0
Child friendliness
6.5
Sports facilities
6.2
Swimming pool
6.6
Food and drink
7.2
Surroundings
9.5

Michael H, on this campsite in January 2023

1.0

Liked - I am awaiting my full refund
Disliked - I am awaiting my full refund. The attitude and service was appalling.
Source: Ctoutvert

Natacha F, on this campsite in January 2023

1.0

Travelling party: Seniors

Liked - Camping idéalement situé au Grand Bornand tenu par une famille très sympa. Le mobilhome était propre et bien équipé. Vous pourrez, grâce aux nombreuses navettes, laisser votre voiture au camping et visiter la Clusaz, le Chinaillon, St Jean de Six.... et aller au pied des pistes pour skier. Vous pourrez aussi faire vos courses à pied et surtout acheter votre fromage à la ferme près du camping dont l'une des spécialités est le bornandin.
En conclusion, séjour très agréable dans un camping familial. On y retournera avec plaisir.

Source: Ctoutvert

Andrew G, on this campsite in February 2023

1.0

Travelling party: Family with children, 4 – 12 years

Liked - Looked like a nice campsite but never found out due to refusal to move dates.
Disliked - No flexibility or understanding why we moved to another location
Source: Ctoutvert

Julian T, on this campsite in March 2023

1.0

Liked - I was unable to travel and informed the site. They acknowledged my cancellation but refused to refund my deposit.
Disliked - Stealing my money
Source: Ctoutvert

Jacques F, on this campsite in December 2022

1.5

Liked - Se retrouver entre parents, enfants et petits-enfants
Disliked - Comme vous me demandez mon avis, je vous le donne :
Tarif excessif pour un emplacement non numéroté, garé côte à côte, placé dans l’ordre d’arrivée.
Des frais de dossier, alors que j’ai saisi toutes les informations lors de la réservation. Le matin du départ, je demande si on peut rester jusqu’à 14h au lieu de 12h afin de déjeuner tranquille avant de tenter à la maison. On me répond «L’emplacement est reloué , ça sera pas possible » . C’est indigne d’un commerçant. Il restait au moins 10 places non numérotés sur notre zone

Source: Ctoutvert

Franck C, on this campsite in August 2023

2.0

Travelling party: Family with children, 4 – 12 years

Liked - L'accueil et l'amabilité à la commande
Disliked - Je n'ai aucune réaction quant à l'annulation de mon séjour, et à ma demande de remboursement de l'avance.
J'ai pourtant justifié cette dernière. Mon fils était alité pour une jambe cassée (justificatifs à l'appui) Mes seules vacances annuelles sont gâchées malgré moi, et je ne reçois rien !
Merci bien.
Franck Calbet

Source: Ctoutvert

Patrick R, on this campsite in December 2022

2.5

Travelling party: Family with children, 4 – 12 years

Liked - Sanitaires Propre et bien chauffé
Disliked - Personnel pas aimable .
Source: Ctoutvert

Aurélie G, on this campsite in March 2024

2.5

Travelling party: Family with children, 4 – 12 years

Liked - la proximité avec le centre du village
Source: Ctoutvert

daniel T, on this campsite in July 2022

3.0

Travelling party: Seniors

Liked - Je cherche... peut-être les sanitaires récents et fonctionnels.
Disliked - Pour un camping qui se veut de haute gamme, il serait bon d'installer un peu de signalisation ou de fournir un plan du camping à la clientèle. Mais au vue de la politique de prix je peux supposer que la direction n'est pas prête à faire cet investissement. Quant à l'accueil, la dame au cheveux court et gris devrait apprendre qu'un client qui pose une question ne le fait pas pour l'embêter et qu'un sourire c'est gratuit et ça fait toujours plaisir.
Source: Ctoutvert

Claude G, on this campsite in June 2022

3.0

Travelling party: Seniors

Liked - région
Disliked - bruit des voitures passant derrière le mobil home
Source: Ctoutvert

Facilities

General information

Guide price 1
€38.40
Guide price 2
€54.20
Guide price winter 1
€39.20
Guide price winter 2
€54.60
Period of opening *
01-01-2024 till 01-04-2024
08-05-2024 till 22-09-2024
14-12-2024 till 31-12-2024
Area
3.2 ha
Altitude
900m
Number of touring pitches
142 (80 - 100m2)
Number of permanent pitches
2
Number of accommodation units for hire
46
Campsite suitable for disabled persons
Yes
Campsite also suitable for winter sports
Yes

** Amenities in bold we know are not included in the overnight price and that there will be additional charges for them. Please note that some non-bold amenities may also incur additional costs.

Popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
    • surface area:240 m2
    • period:01-07/31-08
    • Heated:Yes
  • Indoor swimming pool (heated)
    • surface area:80 m2
    • period:08-05/15-09
  • Dog(s) in high season (on lead)
    • Max. total:2
  • Mobile homes
    • total:25
Internet
  • Mobile internet
    • Type:4G
  • WiFi zone
At the reception
  • Reservation with CampingCard ACSI also possible
  • ACSI Club ID is accepted as an identity document
  • Advance booking recommended for high season
  • Credit cards accepted
    • credit card:Visa Card | MasterCard
  • Payment by debit card/Maestro possible
  • Defibrillator
  • Reception easily accessible for the disabled
  • Languages spoken at reception (during the main season)
    • languages:French | English
Pitch amenities
  • Water connection at/near the pitch (max. 15 m)
  • Waste water drainage at/near the pitch (max. 15 m)
  • Tap at/near the pitch (max. 50 m)
  • Also suitable for caravans > 5.5m, excluding towbar
  • Electrical hook-ups possible
    • Max. electricity:2 ampère | 10 ampère
  • Euro-plug required
  • Connection to electricity mains possible
Campsite rules
  • Dog(s) in high season (on lead)
    • Max. total:2
  • Dog(s) in low season (on lead)
    • Max. total:2
  • Caravans allowed
  • Tents allowed
  • Small extra tent permitted
  • Motorhomes allowed
  • Twin-axle vehicles permitted
  • Barbecues permitted
    • type of BBQ:gas | electricity | charcoal
Dogs
  • Dog(s) in high season (on lead)
    • Max. total:2
  • Dog(s) in low season (on lead)
    • Max. total:2
Toilet facilities
  • Washbasins: hot water
  • Washbasins: cold water
  • Heated toilet facilities
  • Heated toilet facilities
  • Individual washcabins: hot water
  • Individual washcabins: cold water
  • Children's sanitary facilities
  • Standard toilets
  • Toilet paper provided
  • Family toilet facilities
  • Chemical toilet disposal point
  • Toilet-shower combination (215cmsx215cms minimum)
  • Showers: hot water
  • Showers: cold water
  • Water and toilet facilities for disabled people in the same building as for the other campers
  • Shower seat / shower chair (folding or mobile) approximately 48 cm high
  • Baby room
Ground and vegetation
  • Pitches with some shade
  • Unshaded pitches
  • Marked pitches
  • Grass
  • Terraced site
  • Hard ground
Washing, washing-up, cooking
  • Washing up sinks: hot water
  • Washing up sinks: cold water
  • Washing machine(s)
  • Laundry sinks: cold water
  • Laundry sinks: hot water
  • Dryers
  • Ironing facilities
Food, drink and groceries
  • Breakfast available
  • Fresh bread available at the camp site
    • period:10-02/10-03 | 06-07/31-08
  • Restaurant (with ample choice)
    • period:14-12/31-12 | 08-05/17-09
  • Self-service restaurant
  • Canteen/restaurant with level entrance or with ramp
  • Snack bar
  • Pizzeria
  • Takeaway meals
  • Bar
  • Communal barbecue area
  • Ice available
  • Exchanging of gas cylinders
Available to hire at the campsite
  • Mobile homes
    • total:25
  • Bungalows/chalets
    • total:3
  • Apartments
    • total:18
  • Bicycles
  • Mountainbikes
  • Electric bikes
  • Large bottles of propane
  • Ski hire
Swimming
  • Indoor swimming pool (heated)
    • surface area:80 m2
    • period:08-05/15-09
  • Swimming pool without hoist, but with a gently sloping bottom and plastic wheelchair
  • Outdoor swimming pool
    • surface area:240 m2
    • period:01-07/31-08
    • Heated:Yes
  • Toddlers' pool (ages 1-3, < 40 cm)
    • surface area:60 m2
    • Heated:Yes
Water sports and recreation
  • Fishing
For children
  • Children's playground: large
  • Toddlers' pool (ages 1-3, < 40 cm)
    • surface area:60 m2
    • Heated:Yes
  • Games room
  • Indoor playground
  • Children's sanitary facilities
  • Baby room
  • Video games
  • Crazy golf
  • Cinema/theatre
  • No entertainment programme
Sport and games
  • Table tennis table
  • Tennis court(s)
  • Jeu de boules alley(s)
  • Crazy golf
  • Golf course nearby (max. 10 km)
    • distance:4 km
    • total:10
  • Archery
  • Drying area
  • Ski storage
  • Ski hire
  • Ski repair/adjustment
  • Total length of runs
    • distance:60 km
  • Practice lift at ... km
    • distance:0.5 km
  • Larger ski area at
    • distance:6 km
  • Connections with other ski areas
  • Ski repair/adjustment
  • Shuttle from campsite to ski slopes
  • Winter sports articles available
  • Mountain bike routes at the campsite
    • difficulty:average | easy | difficult
Recreation (adults)
  • Fishing
  • Cycle routes starting at the camp site
    • level:difficult
  • Marked out walking routes near the camp site
    • level:easy
  • Games room
  • Pool or billiards
  • Television
  • Video games
  • GPS walks
  • Folk tradition and events
Situation of campsite
  • Situated on river/stream (max. 0.1 km)
  • Panorama
  • Public transport near the camp site (max. 0.5 km)
    • distance:0.05 km
  • Shopping opportunities in the vicinity (< 10 km)
    • distance:0.2 km
  • Shopping/nightlife centre at
    • distance:0.2 km
  • Ski bus stops at the camp site
  • Cross-country ski run at
    • distance:0.1 km
For motorhomes
  • Motorhomes allowed
  • Special facilities for motorhomes
    • electrical hook-up optional (Max. electricity: 10 ampère, 2 ampère)
  • Also suitable for motorhomes > 8m and > 4 tonnes
Disabled
  • Disabled sanitary facilities on one level or accessible via a ramp
  • Width of door 100 cms minimum
  • Foldaway/lockable supports on at least 1 side of the toilet
  • Height toilet-seat approx. 48 cms
  • Next to toilet on at least one side approx. 90cms room to manoeuvre
  • In front of toilet at least 120 cms room to manoeuvre
  • No threshold of over 2cms high in sanitary block
  • Width of corridor in sanitary block 120 cms minimum
  • Toilet-shower combination (215cmsx215cms minimum)
  • Water and toilet facilities for disabled people in the same building as for the other campers
  • Shower seat / shower chair (folding or mobile) approximately 48 cm high
  • Canteen/restaurant with level entrance or with ramp
  • Swimming pool without hoist, but with a gently sloping bottom and plastic wheelchair
  • Reception easily accessible for the disabled
Miscellaneous
  • Footpaths and roads are lit
  • Patrolled grounds
  • Quiet during the day
  • Quiet during the night
  • Separate area for young people
  • Temporary pitches outside the campsite with electricity
    • total:3

Weather

The weather on this campsite

Weather forecast

Thu

28 / 03

 

Fri

29 / 03

 

Sat

30 / 03

 

Sun

31 / 03

 

Mon

01 / 04

 

Tue

02 / 04

 

Wed

03 / 04

 
Max. 8.6° 17.1° 15.8° 12.7° 8.7° 10.8° 10.9°
Min. 0.3° 6.4° 5.3° 3.1° 2.8° 2.1° 3.3°
Precipitation 90% 5% 90% 70% 100% 90% 95%
Wind direction SW S S S SW SW SW
Wind speed 3 3 2 2 3 2 2

Climate

Relative humidity Precipitation total (mm) Hours of sunshine
Jan 82% 73 2
Feb 77% 74 3
Mar 72% 74 4
Apr 69% 61 5
May 70% 72 6
Jun 67% 84 7
Jul 64% 65 8
Aug 67% 78 7
Sep 73% 80 6
Oct 79% 73 4
Nov 79% 88 2
Dec 81% 82 1

Average temperature

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  • Camping l'Escale
    33 chemin du Plein Air
    74450 / Le Grand-Bornand
    France
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    45°56'25"N 6°25'41"E
  • A41 exit Annecy-Nord, then direction Thônes. In Thônes head for St. Jean-de-Sixt. Go towards Le Grand-Bornand at the roundabout. Turn right before the centre towards 'Vallée du Bouchet'. Campsite 1 km on the right.

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