Campsite social and environmental commitment

Camping de La Pascalinette® is deeply committed to environmental protection and sustainable development.

In 2018, your favourite campsite in the Var area, South of France, Provence-Mediterranean, was once again awarded the Clé Verte label (obtained and renewed since 2013).

This international environmental label relates to tourist accommodation and guarantees eco-friendly practises and equivalent rates, in respect of local resources and inhabitants.

1. Reduce campsite water consumption

• We have installed low-flush toilets (less than 6 litres) in all the campsite’s mobile-homes and sanitary facilities. We have also reduced tap water consumption by installing Presto taps with movement sensors, and actively supervising leaks, etc.

• To preserve the Var area’s beautiful natural environment, we use water from the Canal de Provence to irrigate the campsite.

• We water our vegetation at the coolest times of days to preserve the water needed by our plants.

• Our gardeners and landscapers carefully select plant and tree varieties that enhance our exceptional vegetation while requiring little water.

2. Reduce campsite electricity consumptiong

• The campsite has taken concrete measures to reduce its environmental impact while safeguarding the wellbeing of our local wildlife.

• All of the campsite’s pathways are fitted with solar-powered lighting with movement detectors – a solution that helps reduce light pollution and protect the many animals that live here. Thanks to solar power, we offer lighting that respects the environment while reducing our energy consumption.

• In parallel, the campsite has incorporated various eco-friendly features inside its accommodation.

• Low consumption light bulbs have been installed in the mobile homes and glamping villas, as well as the campsite’s communal areas.
  More efficient than traditional light bulbs, they consume far less electricity while offering lighting that is bright enough to ensure guest comfort. This initiative is part of a global effort to reduce our carbon footprint.

3. Use of eco-certified cleaning products

• For many years, the campsite has chosen to use only eco-certified and natural products to clean the campsite’s sanitary facilities, mobile homes and other premises.

• Our eco-friendly initiatives span the entire campsite, including the sanitary facilities, mobile homes, restaurant, Wellness space, gift shop, games room, mini market, Reception, etc., to guarantee our guests a healthy stay while reducing the amount of chemicals in the environment.

4. Campsite recycling

• Recycling bins are located at the campsite exit. We use them for all recyclable waste products and invite you to join us.
• We reuse printed paper for taking notes.
• You will find a used battery container at the campsite Reception. The batteries are then taken to recycling centres in Hyères or Londe-les-Maures.
• Cigarette butts are recycled via a Marseille-based association operating in the Var area (jar on loan at Reception).
• Mattress covers used in mobile homes are collected and sent back to our supplier for recycling.

5. Easy electric vehicle charging:

Our campsite is now equipped with  4 electric vehicle charging stations! You’ll find two at the bottom of Allée de l’Estagnol and two others in the night car park. Each charger is fitted with a credit card payment terminal. Charging speed is 7 kw/h (single-phase) up to 80% capacity, then 3.4 kw/h.

Please be reminded that in view of the very high fire risk, it is strictly prohibited to charge vehicles on rental plots or pitches.

However, any guests found to be using normal sockets to charge their vehicle shall be billed a minimum amount of €300 euros and expulsed from the campsite without compensation.

6. Favour local producers and service providers from the Var and Provence

As far as possible, the campsite restaurant purchases from local producers to favour short circuits, avoid cargo and air transport and reduce our carbon footprint.

We also partner with local businesses, in particular for bicycle hire, so you can get around easily while respecting the environment.

The campsite also holds a delightful market twice a week in July and August, showcasing producers from the Var area, French Riviera-Côte d’Azur.

Camping de La Pascalinette® strives to work with local businesses for all its needs (electrician, plumber, air-conditioning, etc.).

7. Maintain and renew the campsite’s plants and trees

All plants and trees at Camping de La Pascalinette® benefit from a soil enriched with natural fertilizer (sheep manure and compost). Every winter, we dedicate a large amount of time to renewing Camping de La Pascalinette®’s exceptional vegetation.

In the last 10 years, we have planted over 19,000 flowers, plants, shrubs and trees (hedges, water park, tree renewal, etc.) for the greatest pleasure of our eyes and to favour oxygen production!

Aleppo pines are a fabulous source of oxygen on the French Riviera – their needles are among the South of France’s most efficient filters! They are the most commonly-found species at the campsite and a favourite hiding place for our cicadas. You will see lots of them along our beautiful botanical footpath.

Our exceptional vegetation means the campsite is also home to many animals – and we take good care of them! Foxes, hares, birds and hedgehogs are protected from hunters thanks to the fences around the campsite. We also put out fat for the birds in winter and are in contact with BirdLife and veterinary services in case we come across any injured birds.

8. Offer improved holidays for disabled guests

The campsite was awarded the Tourism&Handicap label for both physically and mentally-challenged guests in 2012 and out team is deeply committed to offering disabled guests a faultless service.

Our campsite also partners with and financially supports the association Un Fauteuil à la Mer, which allows disabled visitors, in particular in wheelchairs, to enjoy Mediterranean water sports (boating, jet ski, etc.).