Bouillon, nestled in a meander of the Semois, is one of the most popular camping destinations in the Belgian Ardennes. Dominated by its Bouillon Castle — one of the largest medieval fortresses in Belgium — the town offers an exceptional natural setting between wooded cliffs and a slow-flowing river. Every summer, thousands of campers from the United Kingdom, Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany and France come here to enjoy an outdoor stay, just minutes from the starting point of superb kayak descents on the Semois.
This guide lists all campsites in Bouillon and the surrounding area: a 4-star campsite with outdoor pool by the Semois, a family site with wooden chalets, a domain in a wooded valley, a 4-star with covered pool in Poupehan, as well as the various motorhome pitches for travellers in a campervan or caravan. We describe the facilities, indicative 2026 prices, proximity to activities and reviews to help you choose the best location based on your profile — family, couple, active or senior.
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Campsites with pool
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Min. distance to kayak launch
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The best campsites in Bouillon — Detailed descriptions
⭐ Campsite Bouillon ★★★★ — Outdoor Pool
★★★★☆ (4 stars)
The absolute reference in Bouillon: located on the Semois with a direct view of the medieval castle. Features an outdoor pool, a snack bar, modern sanitary facilities and shaded pitches. Ideal for tents, caravans and motorhomes. Highly rated for its family-friendly atmosphere and cleanliness. Open from April to end of October.
🏊 Outdoor pool🏕️ Tents welcome🚐 Motorhomes & caravans👨👩👧 Families🌊 By the Semois
Bouillon, Belgium💶 22–32 €/night (high season)
🏕️ Campsite Bouillon ★★★ — Wooden Chalets
★★★☆☆ (3 stars)
Beloved for its authentic and relaxed atmosphere. Situated on the right bank of the Semois, it offers clearly marked pitches under the oaks, wooden chalet rentals, a shared BBQ area and direct river access. Ideal for families seeking a simple stay at a fair price, a stone's throw from the historic centre of Bouillon.
Tucked away in a wooded valley a few kilometres from Bouillon town centre, this campsite offers a rural and soothing setting. The old mill wheel provides a picturesque backdrop. Spacious pitches with water and electricity. Perfect for lovers of deep nature and absolute peace, away from road noise.
🏞️ Wooded valley⚡ Electricity🔇 Very quiet🎣 Fishing
Bouillon, Belgium💶 18–26 €/night
🏊 Camping Poupehan ★★★★ — Covered Pool
★★★★☆ (4 stars)
Located in the village of Poupehan, 7 km from Bouillon, this 4-star campsite is one of the best-equipped in the Semois valley: covered and outdoor pools, playground, bike hire, walking routes. Very popular with British, Dutch and Belgian visitors. International atmosphere in a protected natural setting, in the heart of the Semois National Park.
🏊 Covered pool🚲 Bike hire🎮 Entertainment⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4 stars
Poupehan (Bouillon), Belgium💶 26–38 €/night
🚐 Motorhome Pitch Bouillon — Municipal
Service ●●●○○ (municipal)
The municipal motorhome pitch is located near the central quay, a few dozen metres from the Semois. Electric service point (16A), waste disposal and water available. Regulated parking — consult local signage. Ideal for a one or two-night stopover en route through the Ardennes.
⚡ Electric point💧 Water & disposal🏙️ Town centre
Quai de Semois · Bouillon · Belgium — 6–10 €/night
🏝️ Campsite Bouillon ★★★ — Natural Island
★★★☆☆ (3 stars)
This 3-star campsite is situated on the natural island formed by a bend in the Semois. Picturesque access via a wooden footbridge. Grassy pitches, clean sanitary facilities, on-site shop. Very popular in high season — booking essential from March. Ideal for families seeking total immersion in nature with a truly unique setting.
🏝️ Natural island🛒 On-site shop👨👩👧 Families🌊 Surrounded by Semois
Bouillon, Belgium💶 20–28 €/night
Interested in the 4-star campsite with covered pool in Poupehan (7 km from Bouillon)?
Comparison table — Bouillon campsites 2026
Location
Stars
Pool
Motorhome/Caravan
Mobile home
Pets
Opening
Bouillon ★★★★ — outdoor pool
★★★★
✓ Outdoor
✓
✓
✓
Apr–Oct
Bouillon ★★★ — chalets
★★★
–
✓
✓ Chalets
✓
Apr–Sep
Bouillon ★★★ — wooded valley
★★★
–
✓
–
✓
Apr–Oct
Poupehan ★★★★ — covered pool
★★★★
✓ Covered+outdoor
✓
✓
✓
Apr–Oct
Bouillon ★★★ — natural island
★★★
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–
–
Limited
May–Sep
Bouillon — Municipal motorhome pitch
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✓ Only
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Year-round
Why camp in Bouillon?
The municipality of Bouillon benefits from double protection: it forms part of the Haute-Sûre and Anlier Forest Nature Park and borders the Semois National Park. This dual status guarantees remarkable fauna and flora: black storks, otters, kingfishers and lammergeiers nest along the banks. For the camper, this means unspoilt landscapes, minimal noise and stars visible to the naked eye after dark.
Activities from your Bouillon campsite
🛶 Kayak descent of the Semois — launch point 500 m from the main campsites (7 km, 15 km and 21 km routes available)
🏰 Bouillon Castle — 11th-century medieval fortress with panoramic views of the Semois meander (open all season)
🚵 MTB and cycling — signposted RAVeL trails and mountain bike routes in the Ardennes forests
🥾 Hiking — long-distance footpaths (GR14, GR16) and local circular walks around Bouillon
🦅 Medieval falconry — displays at Bouillon Castle throughout the summer season
🍺 Ardennes food and drink — Ardennes ham, Trappist beers and local cheeses in Bouillon's brasseries
Expert tip: In July and August, Bouillon is one of the most visited destinations in the Ardennes. Book your pitch 2 to 3 months in advance for campsites with pools in Bouillon and Poupehan. Outside this period, June and September offer an ideal balance of calm, weather and prices 20–35% lower than peak rates.
Campsites with pool in Bouillon — Details
Two campsites offer a pool in the Bouillon area:
1. Campsite Bouillon (★★★★) — Outdoor heated pool
The pool at this campsite is a heated outdoor pool, open from mid-June to end of August. There is a paddling pool for young children. Sun loungers are available poolside. Pool access is included in the pitch price. Opening times: 10:00–19:00, subject to weather conditions. A lifeguard supervises the pool during peak season. The view of Bouillon Castle from the pool area is truly memorable.
2. Campsite Poupehan (★★★★) — Covered + outdoor pool
This 4-star campsite stands out with a dual water complex: a heated covered pool (accessible from May to October) and an outdoor pool in summer. This is the premium option in the Bouillon region for families who want to swim whatever the weather. The village of Poupehan sits 7 km from Bouillon in an even wilder natural setting, with direct access to kayak launch points on the Semois.
Motorhomes in Bouillon — Pitches and advice
Bouillon is accessible by motorhome, but a few precautions are needed. Streets in the historic centre are narrow; vehicles over 7 m must use the northern bypass. The municipal motorhome pitch is the most practical for a short stay. For longer visits, the 4-star and 3-star campsites in Bouillon have dedicated pitches with electric hook-ups (10A or 16A) and waste disposal.
📍 Municipal pitch — Quai de Semois, 6830 Bouillon — 16A point, water, disposal. Approx. 6–10 €/night.
📍 Bouillon ★★★★ pool — motorhome pitches with electricity, pool access included.
📍 Bouillon ★★★ chalets — motorhome pitches with hook-up, separate sanitary block.
⚠️ Access prohibited for vehicles >3.5t on certain Semois bridges. Consult the local access map.
Indicative prices — Camping Bouillon 2026
Accommodation type
Low season
High season
Included
Tent pitch (2 people)
15–22 €/night
22–32 €/night
Sanitary, parking
Motorhome pitch (2 people)
18–25 €/night
25–38 €/night
Electricity, water
Mobile home (4–6 people)
65–90 €/night
95–150 €/night
Equipped kitchen, bedding
Wooden chalet (4 people)
70–100 €/night
110–160 €/night
Terrace, BBQ
Municipal motorhome pitch
6–8 €/night
8–12 €/night
Point, disposal
Indicative prices 2026 — varies by campsite and exact dates. Always check the official website of each establishment before booking.
Combining camping and kayaking in Bouillon
One of the great advantages of Bouillon is the ability to combine a campsite stay with a kayak descent of the Semois. From the Bouillon campsites, you are less than 10 minutes' walk from our kayak route launch points. Our packages include the return shuttle for day trips (7 km, 15 km). The Bouillon–Poupehan route (7 km, approx. 2h30) is ideal for campers at Poupehan who wish to reach their campsite... by kayak. Check the Semois water level in real time before setting off.
Book your Bouillon campsite or kayak trip
Book online a pitch or plan your kayak descent of the Semois from Bouillon.
Bouillon is a municipality in the Province of Luxembourg in Wallonia (Belgium), on the Belgian-French border. How to get there:
🚗 By car: E411 (Brussels–Luxembourg) exit Florenville, then N884. From London (via Eurotunnel/Channel crossing and Reims–Sedan): approx. 5h30. From Paris: approx. 3h via Reims–Sedan–Bouillon.
🚌 By bus: TEC line 8 from Arlon station. No direct connection from Brussels.
✈️ Nearest airports: Luxembourg-Findel (~75 km) or Brussels-Charleroi (~130 km).
🗺️ GPS: Bouillon town centre coordinates — 49.7940°N, 5.0690°E (Bouillon Castle).
Reviews — Bouillon campsites (2026 summary)
✅ Bouillon ★★★★ outdoor pool — Strengths: castle view, pool, cleanliness. Weaknesses: noisy in peak season, high prices in August.
✅ Bouillon ★★★ wooded valley — Strengths: absolute peace, wild nature. Weaknesses: no shop, 5 km from town centre.
✅ Poupehan ★★★★ covered pool — Strengths: covered pool, entertainment, ideal for families. Weaknesses: busy in July–August.
✅ Bouillon ★★★ natural island — Strengths: unique island location, picturesque footbridge. Weaknesses: limited for motorhomes, advance booking essential.
FAQ — Camping in Bouillon, Belgian Ardennes
What is the best campsite in Bouillon with a pool?
The 4-star campsite in Bouillon is the most popular for families wanting an outdoor pool by the Semois. If you prefer a covered pool usable in any weather, the 4-star campsite at Poupehan (7 km) is the premium choice in the region with its double water complex (covered + outdoor). Book well in advance for July and August — pitches sell out 2–3 months ahead.
How do I combine camping and kayaking from Bouillon?
All the main campsites in Bouillon are within 500 m to 1 km of our kayak launch points on the Semois. Simply book your kayak descent online and the return shuttle is included. The most popular combination is: arrive at the campsite the evening before, kayak descent the next morning (7 km or 15 km route), return by shuttle in the afternoon. Check the water level in real time before departure.
Are pets allowed at Bouillon campsites?
Yes, the majority of Bouillon campsites accept dogs, with a supplement of 2 to 4 €/night per animal. A maximum of 2 dogs per pitch is generally allowed. You must present proof of rabies vaccination (mandatory in Belgium for dogs arriving from abroad). Dogs must be kept on a lead in the sanitary areas and on pitches in high season. The municipal motorhome pitch does not accept dogs.
When is the best time to camp in Bouillon?
May, June and September are ideal months for camping in Bouillon: mild temperatures (16–22°C), navigable river for kayaking, lower prices and less crowding. In July–August, Bouillon is extremely busy and pitches are booked out weeks in advance. Easter is also very popular. In winter (November–February), most campsites are closed, although the municipal motorhome pitch remains accessible year-round.
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Very good, cheap and very friendly welcome. Thank you, because for my first time kayaking, I love it. I recommend it. See you next time 👍🙂
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Marlène Régibo✓
★★★★★
Contrary to other published opinions, we were very well received, the team is very friendly and the kayak rental is cheaper here than elsewhere. We recommend Kayak Ardenne!
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Konrad✓
★★★★★
Fantastic campsite, affordable prices and adorable staff!
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Lauranne Arimont✓
★★★★★
Top, very friendly and good service. Correct prices.
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Loan✓
★★★★☆
We stayed 1 night in a tent and did the 11km kayak descent. Helpful and super friendly staff. Perfect organization for arrival on the Semois and reception after the descent. Thanks for everything!
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Kelly Watillon✓
★★★★★
We were able to enjoy this day thanks to the lady at the kayak bar! Without knowing it, we hadn't booked. She found a last minute solution! Top thanks again!
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Arthur Pinter✓
★★★★★
Excellent kayak rental on the Semois. Different routes possible for short or long distance depending on the wish. The staff is very friendly and advises you perfectly!
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Laurie Rainbow✓
★★★★☆
Magnificent canoe descent (17km), the service is very good, we wait little even at arrival thanks to the driver and his wife. In addition, the small cafe with terrace is very pleasant.