When I interviewed Nadia to write this article, she told me a very touching anecdote that I am obliged to share with you. She received a reservation request from Belgian tourists who wanted to be sure that the campsite was dog-friendly and that it was ok to accommodate their Great Dane. They had NEVER gone on vacation with their dog because no one ever accepted them because of the size of their dog. At Escale Occitane, no matter the size or number of dogs, all are welcome! This Belgian family was forced to change their car to buy one that could transport their dog. They had two weeks to find THE car. And this doggie spent his first week of vacation of his life at the Escale Occitane. A giant dog, no one ever let their dog play with them in the street or in the park... At Escale Occitane, the doggie was able to play with canine friends all week at the campsite's caniparc. His masters couldn't believe it and they had tears in their eyes more than once. Bar happiness! 

Rémi and Nadia built an enclosed dog park for the dogs so they can all play together under the supervision of their masters and have a blast. In the canipark, there is a swing, several tubes and a slalom. They also rehabilitated the campsite's old henhouse to turn it into a kennel in case holidaymakers have to leave without their dog for a few hours to go shopping for example. Nadia has also identified all the pet sitters in the area to be able to provide her vacationers with information if necessary. The campsite's first pet sitters are their own children who are always happy to play with the doggie and take him for walks 😉 

At the restaurant, Nadia also offers homemade ice creams for dogs. Two flavors exist: Toulouse sausage and duck fat or Greek yogurt and exotic fruits! If Musher knew that…. And what's great is that Nadia made it a children's workshop. So, regularly, she invites children on vacation to come and spend time with her in the kitchen to make dog ice cream. 

The ultimate? A swimming pool for dogs with water jets! and Nadia whispered in my ear that a new aquatic project special for doggies was being considered… To be continued! My dog ​​would be crazy about it. Musher, like a good Labrador of his species, is a water fanatic. I know in advance that she would spend her entire vacation at the swimming pool! Or in the pools of water in the river near the campsite. Nadia knows the area perfectly and often accompanies her tourists to help them discover the little hidden corners and their best swimming spots near the campsite 😉 What's so great is that the river near the campsite is full of water all summer, rather rare in this region.

When he returns from his walk, your dog can go and freshen up in the dog shower.

Dogs are allowed everywhere on the campsite; kept on a leash of course. Toutou will be able to follow you even to the restaurant of course where a good ice cream awaits him 😉 as well as a toutoubar. Your dog will unfortunately not be allowed to follow you to the swimming pool but Nadia has everything planned! You can attach it to the hooks provided against the bird aviary, just in front of the swimming pool. Toutou will be waiting for you in the shade while watching the birds!  

Before introducing you to everything there is to do around the Escale Occitane campsite and sharing with you the treasures of Aude, here is some other information to remember about the campsite: 

• all campsite rentals are allowed for dogs
• the Inuit tent is also allowed for dogs
• the mobile homes are accessible to dogs and all have enclosed terraces
• the dormitory chalet is also allowed for dogs

The dormitory chalet? What is that ? It is an accommodation designed for vacationers passing through for one night. It's a perfect stopover for cyclists pedaling along the Canal du Midi. Or for hikers like a youth hostel or a mountain lodge…