Sanitary facilities on campsites: from utilitarian space to individual comfort
It is an understatement to say that the campsite sanitary block has evolved considerably over the last few decades. Necessary and compulsory equipment, it has long been reduced to a purely utilitarian and functional space, evolving in terms of construction materials to be easy to maintain by campsite managers.
As campsites move upmarket, sanitary buildings, which traditionally consist of toilets, showers and washbasins, have been given renewed interest by some campsite managers. While improving the services and functionalities of the site with children's or babies' areas (as for the campsite Le Moulin de l'éclis **** in Assérac (44)), family shower cubicles, etc., many managers have sought to improve the aesthetics of the toilet block. The choice of attractive tiles, general decoration with planting and accessories now enhance the sanitary area, making it more pleasant to live in.
In fact, these renovated areas are now the pride of the managers, who do not hesitate to advertise them on their websites. On the consumer side, it is not uncommon for visiting campers to ask to visit the sanitary facilities before deciding to settle down.
Regulations and maintenance of sanitary facilities
Regulations governing sanitary facilities on campsites have been significantly tightened to ensure the comfort and safety of holidaymakers. Current standards require thorough daily cleaning and regular disinfection of sanitary equipment. Modern sanitary facilities, often made of compact laminate, are much easier to maintain and offer greater durability.
Sanitary facilities: much more than just toilets
For people with reduced mobility, campsites must now offer adapted facilities with specific access and compliant equipment. The integration of dry toilets is also becoming possible, but only as part of a proven ecological approach. Managers pay particular attention tolaundry bins and dishwashing areas, which complement these high-quality sanitary facilities for a comfortable stay.
Campsites with private sanitary facilities on pitches
The health crisis has changed the game with private sanitary facilities
It would not have been imagined, but the health crisis in 2020 has had an impact on the development of campsite sanitary facilities. Despite the implementation of strict sanitary protocols, notably governing the circulation and use of sanitary facilities, many campers and caravanners have shown their reluctance to use these collective facilities, some even turning to renting a mobile home for the summer of 2020 to benefit from its sanitary autonomy. At the same time, campsites offering bare pitches equipped with individual sanitary facilities have seen a real take-up of this proposal, despite the extra cost involved in renting them.
And since the crisis, the individual sanitary block on a pitch has experienced an extraordinary development, as manufacturers have not been able to satisfy the growing number of campsites. This service has won over campers and caravanners, who are very appreciative of the fact that they can enjoy a private space with a shower, washbasin and toilet, plus a small outdoor kitchenette for washing up.
Already considerably deserted in some campsites with the proliferation of equipped rental accommodation, collective sanitary buildings are likely to lose users again with the development of individual sanitary facilities, which have naturally imposed themselves as a new comfort argument.
Your campsite in France with private sanitary facilities
Among the campsites that offer private sanitary facilities on the pitches, we recommend (in the order of the photographs)
- Camping les Iles ***** in Hudimesnil (50)
Surrounded by greenery and wide open spaces, each of the campsite's PREMIUM pitches is equipped with an individual private sanitary facility with a shower, a toilet, a washbasin, a hair dryer, a fridge and heating. - Campsite Les 3 Vallées **** in Argelès-Gazost (64)
- Le Cormoran ***** in Ravenoville (50).
- Les Sablons campsite ***** in Portiragnes (34): choose a Prestige pitch to have your own private sanitary facilities, including a shower, a washbasin, the toilet and a fridge-freezer. Outside, under a canopy, there is a sink with a work surface.
- Camping Bellevue **** in Erquy (22), where you will have to choose a Premium Pitch to enjoy a private sanitary facility on the pitch, containing shower, WC, washbasin and outdoor sink.
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