The Region: the Morvan and Burgundy

A region full of history, nature and heritage, in Nièvre (Burgundy)

Discover the campsite
Camping des Bains is located in Saint-Honoré-les-Bains, in the heart of the Morvan Regional Natural Park, in Nièvre (Burgundy). The region offers exceptional sites: Mont Beuvray and Bibracte (26 km), Canal du Nivernais (8 km), Lac des Settons (50 km), Autun and Vézelay.

Must-see sites around the campsite

The Morvan and Burgundy within easy reach

Forêt du Parc naturel du Morvan
In the heart

Morvan Regional Park

Regional natural park of 290,000 hectares in Burgundy. Forests, lakes, rivers, marked hiking trails. The campsite is located in the heart of the Morvan, in Nièvre.

Mont Beuvray Bibracte Morvan
26 km

Bibracte — Mont Beuvray

Grand Site de France, 2,000 years of history. Gaulish capital of the Aedui, 200 ha of remains beneath the forest, archaeology museum, 15 km of marked trails, Le Chaudron restaurant. 360° panorama at the summit (821 m).

Canal du Nivernais Morvan Nièvre
8 km

The Canal du Nivernais

Ranked among the most beautiful canals in France. Cycling, barge trips, kayaking. Preserved Morvan landscapes along the towpath.

Lac des Settons Morvan
50 km

Lac des Settons

Supervised swimming, canoeing, sailing and beach. The largest lake in the Morvan, ideal for a family day in Nièvre.

Temple de Janus Autun Bourgogne
51 km

Autun

Gallo-Roman city in Burgundy. Saint-Lazare cathedral, Temple of Janus, Roman theatre. Exceptional heritage.

Basilique Vézelay UNESCO Bourgogne
80 km

Vézelay

Sainte-Madeleine Basilica, UNESCO World Heritage. Medieval hilltop village, starting point of the Compostela pilgrimage. A must-see in Burgundy.

Voûtes de la Collancelle Canal du Nivernais
30 km

Canal Cruises

Guided cruise on the Canal du Nivernais. Discover the Voûtes de la Collancelle, unique underground tunnels in Nièvre. Departure from Baye, 1h15 trip.

Château de Bazoches Vauban Morvan
20-60 km

Burgundy Castles

Château de Bazoches (Vauban), Château-Chinon, medieval Morvan fortresses. Exceptional historical heritage in the heart of Nièvre and Burgundy.

Temple des 1000 Bouddhas La Boulaye Bourgogne
60 km

Temple of 1000 Buddhas

Largest Buddhist temple in Europe in La Boulaye (Saône-et-Loire). 15 m Himalayan pagoda, zen gardens, exhibitions. A unique site in Burgundy.

Grottes d'Azé Bourgogne
90 km

Azé Caves

Major prehistoric site in southern Burgundy. Two caves: underground gallery and fossil river. Cave bear habitat, 250,000 years of history.

Cité des Présents François Mitterrand Château-Chinon
27 km

Cité des Présents

The François Mitterrand Museum in Château-Chinon, in the heart of the Morvan. 2,000 m² of exhibition space: presidential gifts, fashion, crafts and rare diplomatic artefacts. Admission €9, free for under-18s.

La Loire fleuve sauvage Bourgogne Nièvre
55 km

The Loire & Eurovélo 6

Last wild river in Europe. Loire Bourguignonne nature reserve, migratory birds, preserved landscapes. Eurovélo 6 cycle path along the river, gentle touring in Nièvre.

Distances from Camping des Bains

Thermal Baths of Saint-Honoré
250 m
Nivernais Canal
8 km
Mont Beuvray — Bibracte
26 km
Autun
51 km
Lac des Settons
50 km
Vézelay
80 km
Nevers
75 km
Dijon
140 km

Frequently asked questions — The Region

What can you visit around Camping des Bains?

Mont Beuvray (26 km), Canal du Nivernais (8 km), Lac des Settons (50 km), Autun (51 km) and Vézelay (80 km). The Morvan Park also offers hiking and outdoor sports.

Is the campsite well located to visit the Morvan?

Yes, Camping des Bains is in the heart of the Morvan Regional Natural Park in Saint-Honoré-les-Bains. Ideal location to explore Nièvre and Burgundy.

Can you cycle in the region?

Yes, the Canal du Nivernais is accessible by bike at 8 km. The Tour du Morvan by bike and many mountain bike trails are also available.

Are there lakes for swimming?

Lac des Settons (50 km) offers swimming, canoeing and sailing. Several closer bodies of water are also accessible.

Explore the Morvan from your campsite

Book your stay at Camping des Bains ★★★ in Saint-Honoré-les-Bains. Book directly on campinglesbains.com, by phone or email.