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Auvergne holiday resorts Chatel-Guyon
0033(0)4.73.86.02.47
In the heart of the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Pa
30 minutes from Clermont-Ferrand
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I loved Ranch du Volcan in Auvergne! This western-style campsite is perfect for immersing yourself in nature and exploring the volcanoes with family or friends. Only 30 minutes from Vulcania and Clermont-Ferrand, and 40 minutes from Vichy, enjoy a refreshing and adventure-filled stay!
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Camping Ranch des Volcans - Your holiday in Châtel-Guyon
In the Puy de Dôme, 30 minutes from Clermont Ferrand
Just 30 minutes from Vulcania and Clermont-Ferrand, in the heart of the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Natural Park, Camping Le Ranch des Volcans welcomes you for nature-filled, fun and 100% family holidays!
The only Western-themed campsite in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes! Dive into the world of Far West gold seekers with a unique atmosphere: immersive scenery, themed entertainment and captivating shows for all ages. The perfect place to enjoy original and unforgettable family holidays.
You will stay in fully equipped mobile homes or warm wooden chalets. The campsite features a water park with two swimming pools, a safe paddling pool for the little ones, and a friendly solarium just a few steps from the saloon. And of course, our 3 waterslides, including the famous Spacebowl! Children can have fun on the playground, while older guests enjoy the multisport court, boules courts or table tennis tables. In high season, daily family entertainment brings your stay to life.
The theme park Vulcania is only 30 minutes away, as is Clermont-Ferrand, a vibrant city to discover with your family. Just 20 minutes away, Riom will charm you with its rich Art and History heritage. You will also be close to the famous waters of Volvic and Vichy. Finally, the mountains and volcanoes of the Sancy Massif offer beautiful hikes that are accessible to everyone.
Pets welcome see conditions
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Just 30 minutes from Vulcania and Clermont-Ferrand, in the heart of the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Natural Park, Camping Le Ranch des Volcans welcomes you for nature-filled, fun and 100% family holidays!
The only Western-themed campsite in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes! Dive into the world of Far West gold seekers with a unique atmosphere: immersive scenery, themed entertainment and captivating shows for all ages. The perfect place to enjoy original and unforgettable family holidays.
You will stay in fully equipped mobile homes or warm wooden chalets. The campsite features a water park with two swimming pools, a safe paddling pool for the little ones, and a friendly solarium just a few steps from the saloon. And of course, our 3 waterslides, including the famous Spacebowl! Children can have fun on the playground, while older guests enjoy the multisport court, boules courts or table tennis tables. In high season, daily family entertainment brings your stay to life.
The theme park Vulcania is only 30 minutes away, as is Clermont-Ferrand, a vibrant city to discover with your family. Just 20 minutes away, Riom will charm you with its rich Art and History heritage. You will also be close to the famous waters of Volvic and Vichy. Finally, the mountains and volcanoes of the Sancy Massif offer beautiful hikes that are accessible to everyone.
Pets welcome see conditions
PEAK SEASON : The fun dose
People have different expectations when it comes to their holidays. Some prefer quiet holidays where they spend time with family and relax. Others prefer sports and a party atmosphere.
With the Fun Dose, you can choose the right campsite for the whole family. There are four different entertainment levels: green, blue, purple, and red. The fuller the bottle, the more entertainment there is! If the potion vial is green or only half full, then there is little entertainment on site. If the vial is red or nearly full, plenty of entertainment is available.
No matter the level of the Fun Dose, the mini-clubs and participation in all activities are free of charge.
On this campsite, the fun dose is blue, the campsite is lively.
From 6th July to 28th August 2026, we offer the following entertainment free of charge:
- The Clapou Club for 4–10 year olds welcomes your children 4 days a week from 10 a.m.–12 p.m. and from 3 p.m.–5 p.m.
- The Nobodys (11-17 years old) meet at least once a week.
- Two or three activity leaders are present on the campsite all summer. Sports tournaments and friendly entertainment are organised throughout the day.
- Three big evening events are organised per week, we will also surprise you with our top secret entertainment and the summer dance.
In the Netherlands, we offer entertainment from 3rd July to 30th August 2028.
Entertainment

People have different expectations when it comes to their holidays. Some prefer quiet holidays where they spend time with family and relax. Others prefer sports and a party atmosphere.
With the Fun Dose, you can choose the right campsite for the whole family. There are four different entertainment levels: green, blue, purple, and red. The fuller the bottle, the more entertainment there is! If the potion vial is green or only half full, then there is little entertainment on site. If the vial is red or nearly full, plenty of entertainment is available.
No matter the level of the Fun Dose, the mini-clubs and participation in all activities are free of charge.
On this campsite, the fun dose is blue, the campsite is lively.
From 6th July to 28th August 2026, we offer the following entertainment free of charge:
- The Clapou Club for 4–10 year olds welcomes your children 4 days a week from 10 a.m.–12 p.m. and from 3 p.m.–5 p.m.
- The Nobodys (11-17 years old) meet at least once a week.
- Two or three activity leaders are present on the campsite all summer. Sports tournaments and friendly entertainment are organised throughout the day.
- Three big evening events are organised per week, we will also surprise you with our top secret entertainment and the summer dance.
In the Netherlands, we offer entertainment from 3rd July to 30th August 2028.
Aquatic fun and thrills guaranteed!
Auvergne: Nature, History and Adventure
Your stay will also be an opportunity to visit Clermont-Ferrand (22 km), with its majestic Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption and the Place de la Victoire. For a fun and educational adventure, head to Vulcania (25 km), the volcano exploration park, ideal for the whole family. Also explore the Volvic Stone Cave (15 km) and The Michelin Adventure (20 km) for fascinating discoveries. 🏊
The surroundings are full of treasures: the Gour de Tazenat (20 km) for a nature break, the Manoir de Veygoux (20 km) for history, or the Volcan de Lemptégy (28 km) for an immersion into the heart of a volcano. Further afield, Vichy (50 km) and the Auvergne Animal Park (50 km) promise memorable days. Auvergne awaits you!
- Châtel-Guyon (0 km from the campsite)
- Château de Tournoël (2 km from the campsite)
- Riom (3 km from the campsite)
- Mandet Museum (3 km from the campsite)
- Grotte de la Pierre de Volvic (4 km from the campsite)
- Volvic (4 km from the campsite)
- Manoir de Veygoux (9 km from the campsite)
- Vulcania (9 km from the campsite)
- Volcan de Lemptégy (9 km from the campsite)
- Château de Chazeron (9 km from the campsite)
- Gour de Tazenat (11 km from the campsite)
- L'Aventure Michelin (14 km from the campsite)
- Clermont-Ferrand (15 km from the campsite)
- Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral (15 km from the campsite)
- Place de la Victoire (15 km from the campsite)
- Basilica of Notre-Dame du Port (15 km from the campsite)
- Jardin Lecoq (16 km from the campsite)
- Royat (16 km from the campsite)
- Panoramique des Dômes (18 km from the campsite)
- Puy de Dôme (18 km from the campsite)
- Aigueperse (18 km from the campsite)
- Maringues (20 km from the campsite)
- Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Natural Park (26 km from the campsite)
- Lake Aydat (29 km from the campsite)
- Orcival (30 km from the campsite)
- Charroux (32 km from the campsite)
- Montpeyroux (33 km from the campsite)
- Vichy (36 km from the campsite)
- Thiers (37 km from the campsite)
- Saint-Nectaire (37 km from the campsite)
- Château de Murol (38 km from the campsite)
- Issoire (43 km from the campsite)
- Le Mont-Dore (43 km from the campsite)
Number : 1 - Opening date : 03/04/2026-06/09/2026
Unheated pool
Number : 1 - Opening date : 03/04/2026-06/09/2026
Unheated paddling pool
Number : 1 - Opening date : 03/04/2026-06/09/2026
The campsite has several water slides, which you can view in the pictures above.
The Spacebowl is a sensational slide where you will move swiftly down a path to arrive in a large bowl. The winner is the person who makes the most laps! (Minimum height requirement : 1m20)
Opening hours of the water park High Season : 09h30-20h00
Opening hours of the water park Low Season : 09h30-19h00
Please bring a swimsuit (brief or fitted boxer style). For hygiene reasons, long clothing is not allowed in the pools (shorts, underwear, wetsuits, swim skirts, bermuda shorts, regular clothing, full-coverage swimsuits, etc.).
Young children must wear swim diapers specifically designed for water use.
Wearing the wristband is mandatory.
Children who cannot swim must wear armbands at all times.
(subject to availability)
Bed linen rental : 11€/single bed per change, 16€/double bed per change
Towel rental : 8€ per change
Babykit rental (highchair, travel cot (without mattress), bath). : 30€/week. 10€ in low season, on request and subject to availability .
Barbecues allowed
Type : electric and gas - Rental prices : from 29€/week 49€/2 weeks 79€/3 weeks
Visitors (without pool access) : 4€/person/day
Additional car : 4 €/extra car/day
Fridge rental (for camping pitches) : 35€/week, 56€/2 weeks, 77€/3 weeks
Cleaning deposit
Accommodation deposit
Opening dates : 03/04/2026-06/09/2026 - Opening hours in high season : 7 days a week
Bar/Snack
Washing machines (price : 6€)
Tumble dryer (price : 4€)
Shops selling essential items : 500m
Restaurants : 1km
Nearest bus stop : Leaving the campsite
Nearest train station : Riom : 5km
Nearest airport : Clermont Ferrand : 20km
Markets : Saturday morning in Riom: 3km
Multi-sport court
Boules courts
Mini golf
Table tennis tables
Near the holiday park
Golf : 7km
Quad biking : 5km
Riom (5km), Grotte de la Pierre de Volvic (15km), Parc naturel régional des Volcans d’Auvergne (20km), Manoir de Veygoux (20km), L’Aventure Michelin (20km), Gour de Tazenat (20km), Clermont-Ferrand (22km), Vulcania (25km), Volcan de Lemptégy (28km), Panoramique des Dômes (30km), Parc Animalier d’Auvergne (50km), Vichy (50km).
The Holiday Park
Number : 1 - Opening date : 03/04/2026-06/09/2026
Unheated pool
Number : 1 - Opening date : 03/04/2026-06/09/2026
Unheated paddling pool
Number : 1 - Opening date : 03/04/2026-06/09/2026
The campsite has several water slides, which you can view in the pictures above.
The Spacebowl is a sensational slide where you will move swiftly down a path to arrive in a large bowl. The winner is the person who makes the most laps! (Minimum height requirement : 1m20)
Opening hours of the water park High Season : 09h30-20h00
Opening hours of the water park Low Season : 09h30-19h00
Please bring a swimsuit (brief or fitted boxer style). For hygiene reasons, long clothing is not allowed in the pools (shorts, underwear, wetsuits, swim skirts, bermuda shorts, regular clothing, full-coverage swimsuits, etc.).
Young children must wear swim diapers specifically designed for water use.
Wearing the wristband is mandatory.
Children who cannot swim must wear armbands at all times.
(subject to availability)
Bed linen rental : 11€/single bed per change, 16€/double bed per change
Towel rental : 8€ per change
Babykit rental (highchair, travel cot (without mattress), bath). : 30€/week. 10€ in low season, on request and subject to availability .
Barbecues allowed
Type : electric and gas - Rental prices : from 29€/week 49€/2 weeks 79€/3 weeks
Visitors (without pool access) : 4€/person/day
Additional car : 4 €/extra car/day
Fridge rental (for camping pitches) : 35€/week, 56€/2 weeks, 77€/3 weeks
Cleaning deposit
Accommodation deposit
Opening dates : 03/04/2026-06/09/2026 - Opening hours in high season : 7 days a week
Bar/Snack
Washing machines (price : 6€)
Tumble dryer (price : 4€)
Shops selling essential items : 500m
Restaurants : 1km
Nearest bus stop : Leaving the campsite
Nearest train station : Riom : 5km
Nearest airport : Clermont Ferrand : 20km
Markets : Saturday morning in Riom: 3km
Multi-sport court
Boules courts
Mini golf
Table tennis tables
Golf : 7km
Quad biking : 5km
Riom (5km), Grotte de la Pierre de Volvic (15km), Parc naturel régional des Volcans d’Auvergne (20km), Manoir de Veygoux (20km), L’Aventure Michelin (20km), Gour de Tazenat (20km), Clermont-Ferrand (22km), Vulcania (25km), Volcan de Lemptégy (28km), Panoramique des Dômes (30km), Parc Animalier d’Auvergne (50km), Vichy (50km).
Address : Rue de la Piscine, 63140 Chatel-Guyon, France
Region : Auvergne
Phone number : 0033(0)4.73.86.02.47
Send an e-mail : ranch-volcans@capfun.com
Url : http://www.capfun.co.uk/camping-france-auvergne-ranch_du_volcan-EN.html
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GPS coordinates : 45.91504606345235,3.0777097795937935
Contact
Address : Rue de la Piscine, 63140 Chatel-Guyon, France
Region : Auvergne
Phone number : 0033(0)4.73.86.02.47
Send an e-mail : ranch-volcans@capfun.com
Url : http://www.capfun.co.uk/camping-france-auvergne-ranch_du_volcan-EN.html
Check out the frequently asked questions
Ask the Holiday Park your questions
GPS coordinates : 45.91504606345235,3.0777097795937935
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