Camping Domaine du Lac de Dordogne offers excellent value for money for a holiday in the Dordogne. This 3-star campsite, run for 40 years by the Lhomond family in Plazac, offers stays deep in the nature of the Périgord Noir at affordable rates. The estate spans forest, river and a private 3.5-hectare lake, in one of the most beautiful natural settings of the Périgord.
Camping Domaine du Lac de Dordogne positions itself as a great deal for families wanting to discover the Périgord Noir without breaking the bank. Camping pitches let you stay at very competitive rates, while the mobile homes and chalets offer a high level of comfort at reasonable prices. For a cheap campsite in the Dordogne with a private lake and pool, this is a tough address to beat in the area.
Ideally located 17 km from the Lascaux caves and 35 minutes from Sarlat-la-Canéda, Camping Domaine du Lac de Dordogne gives free access to the Périgord’s must-sees without excessive transport costs. The private lake beach and heated pool are included in the price of the stay, representing real added value for families.
Camping Domaine du Lac de Dordogne offers well-equipped accommodation at competitive rates. Pitches of at least 100 m² welcome tents, caravans and motorhomes. Electricity (10 amps) is available as an option, helping you keep control of your budget. The shared sanitary facilities are well maintained, and barbecues are allowed for preparing meals, a not-insignificant saving on the food budget.
The mobile homes at Camping Domaine du Lac de Dordogne (from €260/week in low season) are fully equipped: fitted kitchen, bathroom, toilet and terrace. The chalets (35 m²) and the Le Lac gîte (85 m², 2 bedrooms) offer more space for large families or groups. Having a fitted kitchen in every unit helps limit dining costs during the stay.
The family welcome at Camping Domaine du Lac de Dordogne is a service in itself: the Lhomond family knows the region inside out and freely guides holidaymakers towards the area’s activities, sights and restaurants. Pets are welcome, avoiding kennel costs. A complete, great deal for a successful holiday in the Périgord Noir at a controlled price. Contact them at domainedulac-dordogne.com.
Camping Domaine du Lac de Dordogne lets you enjoy numerous free or low-cost activities. Fishing on the private lake, swimming, hikes through the forests of the Périgord Noir, table tennis and pétanque on site: all activities included in the price of the stay. For families optimising their holiday budget, this campsite is ideal.
Around Camping Domaine du Lac de Dordogne, the cultural sites of the Périgord are often very affordable. Lascaux IV (17 km) offers reduced rates for children. The cliffs of Les Eyzies and the panoramic views of the Périgord are free. The Sarlat market (35 min), canoe trips on the Dordogne and visits to medieval villages like Beynac let you fill your days without blowing the budget.
For families looking for a cheap campsite in the Dordogne with genuine activities, Camping Domaine du Lac de Dordogne ticks every box. The hot-air balloon ride departing from La Roque-Gageac (optional), canoeing on the Vézère and visits to Périgord châteaux round out the range of reasonably priced activities from this affordable campsite in the Périgord Noir.
Indicative rates. Availability and final prices on the campsite's official website.
From mid-May to 19 September 2026.
📍 105 Route du Lac, 24580 Plazac
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