Saturday, December 29 2012

Services

> All our services described below are accessible throughout the camping season <

Reception

  • Open from April 19th to September 27th, 2019
  • Telephone reception: 10h to 19h

Opening of the reception :

  • From 10h - 13h and 14h - 19h

We welcome our campers from 14h to 19h

Bread Deposit

All season, we provide a deposit of bread and pastries on order the day before 19h (register on the notebook at the bar), and remove the next day from 8am (at the bar).

Grocery and terroir

We offer regional products for sale at the bar:

- Regional beer of Forcalquier,


- Rinquinquin,
- Pastis and local digestive Local,

- Olive oil from the real Camping Little Carpe Diem - Les Olivettes :-)

"The Provencal bistro"

Open all season from 8h to 13h and 14h to 21h.
In front of the barbecue area and in the shade of the patio, share the conviviality around a fresh rosé wine and some Provencal olives or an aperitif plate.

Around the bar are arranged musical instruments (Cajon, guitar, piano ...) at your disposal, to enhance your day.

Fridge Rental

A small refrigerator (table-top) is placed at your disposal on your pitch for 6 € / day.

Self-service laundromat

A washing machine is at your disposal in the sanitary block at the price of 3 € the machine and 1 € the dose of laundry.

Elegant loan of small material:

- iron and ironing board,
- Hair dryer,
- Small sewing set,
- Children's pool,
- Card games, board games ...
-> This material is available on request at the reception or at the bar.

Wifi :

A Wi-Fi network is available throughout the campsite, and our campers can connect to it free of charge.

If you want to search for your next destination, we will gladly inform you at reception during opening hours. You can also call us at the bar :-)

Payment methods on site:

   By Credit Card CB & with contactless
   Cash - In Euro

At Little Carpe Diem, peace and quiet are assured.

In summer season, we propose a simple and spontaneous animation "music" Thursday evenings, around great international musical standards and according to your desires ...

Little Carpe Diem

And during your stay musical instruments (guitars, piano ...) are available!

Friday, December 28 2012

The Olive tree, a symbol of peace

The olive tree belongs to the family of Oleaceae, our variety is Aglandau. Trees in the olive grove live for over one hundred years. The fruits are elongated with a fairly firm pulp.

If you visit our region, the ecomuseum in Volx is a must-see. This is located just 8km from Les Olivettes campsite.Ecomusée

Tourism and leisure in Haute Provence

At our reception desk, you'll find any information you may require on the campsite, shopping options, sports and cultural activities in Haute Provence.

If you can read French, you will find lots of up to date touristic informations on our dedicated pages : Tourisme en Haute Provence.

Gorges de Trévans

The gorges de Trévans are classified as a biological reserve. The fauna in the gorges is varied and there is a remarkably diverse range of Mediterranean plants, hence its classification as a biological reserve.

At the entrance to the village of Estoublon, take the narrow road to the right, just after the bridge. When you get to the small hamlet, turn right into the Estoublaise valley. There is a car park for you to leave your car in and then you can cross the river on foot.

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Durance river

From Pourcelles, some breathtaking walks await you along the Durance.

Ballade au bord de la Durance

Esparron lake

Esparron lake is 30 mins (40km) from les Olivettes. The lake offers plenty of leisure options. There are no motorboats, you can hire pedalos, electric boats or simply enjoy the beach on the rocks with a good picnic by the water!

Lac d'Esparron

Buissonnades lake in Oraison

Buissonnades lake is located to the south of the municipality of Oraison. It is a bathing lake for water sports and there is a fishing pond. There is a botanical path around the lake (approx. 2 km). Start: bottom of the car park by the picnic table (blue sign). The paths around the three bodies of water total approx. 3km of pedestrian walks.

Lac de la Buissonnade

Les Mées

The village is situated at an altitude of 410m and is 11km; it is located at the foot of the rocky cliffs created by erosion of Les Pénitents. This is a remarkable curiosity and you can take a beautiful walk along the path departing from Ravine de la Combe. Les Mées is also renowned for the quality of its olive oil. Restaurant Pizzeria L'olivier 30 Bd de la République 04190 Les Mées 04 92 34 33 04

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Official site

Oraison

The town is located between the confluence of the Durance and the Asse just 4km from the campsite. The municipality of Oraison is situated between Luberon and Verdon. You can stroll through the village streets and enjoy a drink from one of the many fountains containing drinking water.

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Official sitel

La Brillanne

The village is situated at an altitude of 349m and 7km from the campsite in the Durance valley; the Lauzon crosses the municipality and receives waters from the Beveron before flowing into the Durance. The station is at the foot of the village of La Brillanne, at the start of the road that crosses the Durance and lead to the neighbouring municipality of Oraison, which faces la Brillanne on the right bank.

Gare La Brillanne - Oraison

Practical Information

Puimichel

The village is situated at an altitude of 700 metres and is just 19km from the campsite. The Alifant Observatory is a must-see. Local bistro: Restaurant Nouer Local Produce and Seasonal Cuisine, Place du Village 04700 Puimichel Tel/fax 04 92 74 98 10

Moule de PuimichelVue de Puimichel

Ganagobie

GANAGOBIE monastery is located in the Haute Provence Alps in the south of France. It lies between Sisteron and Manosque on a steep plateau overlooking the Durance valley.

Prieuré de GanagobieVue de la Durance depuis le Prieuré de Ganagobie

Ganagobie

Dauphin

The village is located on the north side of the Luberon just 21km east of the campsite.

Eglise de DauphinVillage Dauphin

Niozelles

The village is situated between Forcalquier and La-Brillanne just 10km from the campsite. Le café de Niozelles place du village 04300 Niozelles Tel.: 04 92 73 10 17Niozelles

Bistrot de NiozellesVillage Nioe

Mane

Mane is situated between Forcalquier and Manosque just 21km from the campsite. Within the Forcalquier countryside, Mane is nestled between rock and farmland. Its exceptional heritage, its intact fortifications and many sites including the Salagon Priory will attract your curiosity, your gaze and let you enjoy this cocoon.

Vue de ManeVillage ManePrieuré de Salagon

prieuré de Salagon

Entrevennes

At an altitude of 600m and situated between Oraison and Bras d’Asse just 11km from the campsite, a breathtaking view awaits you.

Vue depuis Entrevennes

Riez, Roman city

Located in the heart of the Valensole plateau between an altitude of 473m and 680m just 34km from the campsite. A village full of character located in the heart of the regional natural park of Verdon. You will love the many treasures this village boasts. You will also be able to stroll in the shade of its trees by the washhouses and fountains. At the periphery of many areas of activity, between relaxation and discovery, this is a small corner of paradise to please all your senses.

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Official site

Peyruis

At an altitude of between 381 and 740m and just 15km from the campsite. Village located on the right bank of the Durance opposite the municipality of Les Mées. On the banks of the Durance, Peyruis reveals the ruins of its feudal castle. You will be captivated by its Provincial atmosphere and its cosy bistros. You can take a walk along the Durance and enjoy its calm and tranquillity.

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Official site

Valensole

At an altitude of between 290m and 651m and just 20km from the campsite. Along the lavender trail through the village of Valensole, you'll find a relaxing spot and a surprising local landscape. Many discoveries await you at the entrance to the regional natural park of Verdon. Valley of the sun, you'll love wandering between almond trees and lavender fields; you won't be short of surprises.

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Official site

Saturday, December 22 2012

Our commitment to the environment

Mélanie and Sylvain invite you to share their respect for nature and the environment.

Landscaping and energy saving are priorities for us.

We were keen to integrate the campsite into its natural site and minimize the impact of construction and development.

  • Do you travel by electric vehicle? We too :-) The campsite provides customers with a high-power charging station (22kW) according to your needs

Powerfull charging Station(22kW)

  • spacious pitches integrated into the natural space.
  • the use of labeled cleaning products, ALL (100%) of domestic hot water produced by solar energy, on our 2 sanitary blocks!
  • Heating of the swimming pool with solar energy.
  • night lighting is provided by solar lamps, all of the camping lights are fitted with low-consumption lamps.
  • the use of water economizers on all taps and dual-control flushers for sanitary facilities.
  • the plantations are watered drop by drop with a timer or by hand with untreated water from the Provence canal.
  • The use of NO synthetic phytosanitary product on the entire campsite
  • the campsite has set up selective sorting of waste and composting.
    For this purpose, containers are available near the entrance, and bio-buckets are provided to collect your food waste.
  • Progressive development of the implantation of solar photovoltaic micro-generators on the roof surfaces (sanitary blocks, bar ...), completely invisible.
  • No more use of gas for the internal needs of the campsite