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GCU Capbreton

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No reviews yet · ~EUR 14.45 / night (typical night)$$$$$ · Groupement des Campeurs Universitaires de France
📍 7 Rue des Campeurs, Capbreton, 44130☎ +335 58 72 22 67✉ [email protected]
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GCU Camping de Capbreton, known as "L'esprit surf des Landes" (The surfing spirit of the Landes), is a natural campsite nestled beneath cork oaks on the south coast of the Landes region. Located at Rue des campeurs in Capbreton, minutes from the port, beaches, and city center, the site offers 78 pitches for tents, caravans, and motorhomes, as well as 6 rental mobile homes. The campsite emphasizes its proximity to marine activities, cycling paths, and surf instruction, with access to the local "lac marin" and a strong emphasis on the coastal surf culture of the region. (via official site)

Tents Caravans / RV Motorhomes Cabins & rentals Car access

Rates & prices

Prices as published on GCU Capbreton’s official website (EUR).

ItemPrice
Pitch (Emplacement) — very low seasonEUR 14.45 per night
Mobile-home 2 bedrooms — very low seasonEUR 32.45 per night
Reservation fee (Frais de réservation) — non-refundableEUR 15

Key facts

At-a-glance details for GCU Capbreton, from its official website.

Booking & season

Season2026-04-03 to 2026-11-01
Mandatory participationGuests are required to contribute 1 hour of daily service for stays of 2–3 nights, or a full day of service every 21 days for longer stays; tasks include welcoming arrivals and facility maintenance
Cancellation windowSelf-service cancellation available if cancelling more than 3 months before arrival; for cancellations within 3 months, contact headquarters via member portal
Reservation type for pitchesApproximately 95% of campsites operate on first-come, first-served basis; half of spaces available without reservation

Pitches & accommodation

Pitches78
Total capacity78 pitches and 6 mobile-home rentals (2-bedroom O'PHEA 784T model)

Facilities & services

WiFi accessAvailable; password accessible at gcu.tdminfo.com

Location & access

AddressRue des campeurs, 40130 Capbreton, Landes, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France
Coordinates43° 39' 12" N, 1° 25' 40" W

Opening hours & schedules

Reception, gate and facility hours for GCU Capbreton.

Check-in16:00–20:00
Check-out11:00
Check-in (locations/rentals)16:00–20:00
Check-out (rentals)11:00
Check-out (pitches)12:00

Facilities & details

Amenities and on-site features reported for GCU Capbreton.

Fee✓
Capacity84
Tents✓
Caravans / RV✓
Internetwlan
Dump stationcustomers
Open fires✗
Wheelchairlimited

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What’s nearby

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🏞️ Attractions

Plage de Notre-Dame
Plage de Notre-DameBeaches & swimming1.9 km · ~4 min driveDirections ↗
Plage du Prévent
Plage du PréventBeaches & swimming2.2 km · ~4 min driveDirections ↗
Plage du Santocha
Plage du SantochaBeaches & swimming2.6 km · ~5 min driveDirections ↗
Fonds LabégorreAttractions9.3 km · ~13 min driveDirections ↗

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🛒 Groceries

⛽ Fuel

🍽️ Food & drink

➕ Medical

🚰 Drinking water

🚻 Toilets & showers

🎾 Sports

🏧 ATM & bank

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Good to know

Quick answers to common questions about GCU Capbreton.

What are the check-in times for rentals?

Check-in is between 16:00 and 20:00 (4 PM–8 PM). Early arrival may be possible if space is available.

What time is check-out?

Check-out is at 11:00 (11 AM) for rental mobile homes, and noon for bare pitches.

What is the reservation fee?

A €15 non-refundable reservation fee applies to bookings.

Can I access WiFi at the campsite?

Yes, WiFi is available. The password can be obtained at gcu.tdminfo.com or by contacting the site.

What is the booking window?

Mobile-home rentals can generally be booked from February onwards. For bare pitches, booking typically opens from March to mid-June, as about half of pitches are kept unreserved.

How much does it cost to camp at GCU Capbreton?

GCU Capbreton charges a camping fee.

Can I bring an RV or caravan to GCU Capbreton?

Yes, caravans and RVs are welcome.

Can I pitch a tent at GCU Capbreton?

Yes, tent camping is allowed.

Are campfires allowed at GCU Capbreton?

No, campfires are not allowed.

Is there WiFi at GCU Capbreton?

Yes, internet access is available (WiFi).

Is there an RV dump station at GCU Capbreton?

Yes, there's a sanitary dump station.

Is GCU Capbreton wheelchair accessible?

Partially — wheelchair access is limited.

How many sites does GCU Capbreton have?

GCU Capbreton has around 84 pitches.

Where is GCU Capbreton located?

GCU Capbreton is in Capbreton.

Who runs GCU Capbreton?

GCU Capbreton is operated by Groupement des Campeurs Universitaires de France.

What are the check-in and check-out times at GCU Capbreton?

At GCU Capbreton, check-in is from 16:00–20:00 and check-out is by 11:00.

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