La Robertanne

A patch of nature near Saint-Étienne

La Robertanne is the naturist campsite run by the Club du Soleil de Saint-Étienne, tucked into an oak forest in Saint-Genest-Lerpt. You're ten minutes from central Saint-Étienne and a short hour from Lyon, which makes it an easy pick for a weekend or a longer stay without having to travel far.

Regulars describe the grounds as a genuine slice of nature, not a paved-over campsite squeezed between two plots. The Gorges de la Loire are nearby for anyone wanting to step off site and walk a bit.

What you'll find on site

A pool, dry toilets, a shared garden, a barbecue area and wifi: the amenities stay simple but cover the essentials of an outdoor naturist stay. This is clearly community-club spirit rather than hotel-style camping with a spa and back to back activities.

The site runs on volunteer members, which explains the family feel and the two tier pricing: club members and passing visitors don't pay the same rate. The campsite welcomes naturist families as much as couples looking for some quiet.

Atmosphere and crowd

Word around La Robertanne keeps coming back to the calm, natural side of the place, with a mostly family crowd. It's a well known spot in the Lyon and Saint-Étienne naturist scene, with a reputation that has held for years thanks to this club-run setup.

It's not an anonymous stopover camp, it's more the kind of place where you see the same faces season after season. The vibe described stays laid back, far from the party or clubbing spirit you might find elsewhere.

When to come

The campsite opens from June 1st to September 15th, sometimes stretching into late September depending on the year. That lines up with a proper summer naturist season, with a peak in high summer when the pool and shared garden run at full tilt.

For exact rates and to check availability, it's best to go through the club directly, since prices vary depending on whether you're a member or a visitor.