{"id":20231,"date":"2026-03-19T10:10:15","date_gmt":"2026-03-19T09:10:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sud-camping.com\/campgrounds-in-the-mercantour-national-park\/"},"modified":"2026-10-15T11:38:40","modified_gmt":"2026-10-15T09:38:40","slug":"campgrounds-in-the-mercantour-national-park","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.sud-camping.com\/en\/campgrounds-in-the-mercantour-national-park\/","title":{"rendered":"Mercantour National Park"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Exploring Mercantour National Park<\/strong><\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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The Mercantour National Park<\/a> is known for its beauty and diversity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On one side is<\/strong> the Ubaye Valley,<\/strong> which offers the chance to try whitewater sports\u2014rafting, canoeing and kayaking, and hydrospeed\u2014on this world-famous river. But it will also make you fall in love with the high mountains, with their marked trails accessible to the whole family, from the youngest to the oldest. You\u2019re sure to spot marmots, and if you\u2019re lucky, chamois or mouflons. The Lauzannier Valley<\/strong> is a must-see for exploring the high mountains (easy access even with a stroller or for people with limited mobility). On your way back down, you\u2019ll be tempted to stop in Barcelonnette<\/strong>, nicknamed \u201cLa Mexicaine\u201d\u2014come and uncover its history during your stay. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the heart of the park are iconic mountain passes<\/strong>: Col de la Cayolle, Col d\u2019Allos\u2026 The park boasts the highest road in Europe, leading to its highest point: the Col de la Bonnette\u2014a ONE-OF-A-KIND experience! You\u2019ll be captivated every step of the way. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To the south, the Haut-Verdon<\/strong> is the other \u201cgateway\u201d to this natural wonder. Lake Allos, Europe\u2019s largest natural high-altitude lake; Mont Pelat, rising over 3,000 meters; and Colmars-les-Alpes, with its fortified town and must-see forts! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To explore other wide-open spaces in the region, be sure to check out the Verdon Gorge<\/a> and the Balcons d’Azur, along with their villages<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n

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Our campgrounds near Mercantour National Park<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Choosing a campground that\u2019s a member of the FRHPA in the South Region<\/a> near Mercantour National Park gives you the chance to stay right in the heart of the great Alpine landscapes<\/strong>. You\u2019ll be just a short drive from the V\u00e9subie, Tin\u00e9e, andUbaye<\/a> valleys, as well as picturesque<\/strong> mountain villages<\/strong> like Saint-Martin-V\u00e9subie, Valdeblore, and Barcelonnette<\/a>. From your accommodation in the Mercantour National Park, you can visit the high-altitude lakes<\/strong>, climb legendary mountain passes<\/strong>, and follow the marked trails<\/strong> that crisscross the region. To round out your stay in the Southern Alps, the Digne and Sisteron<\/a> area and Lake Serre-Pon\u00e7on<\/a> are also well worth a visit. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n