Camping Les Aubépines - story and values

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Family, sharing, values…
A lovely story in the Somme department
Les Aubépines, is above all a story about men and women, the Doudoux family who have run the campsite for 40 years now. A delightful family story beginning in 1982, right in the middle of fields and only 1 kilometre from the Plage de la Maye beach. It arose thanks to a nature-lover, Michel Doudoux, who had the original idea to transform a bare field into a superb campsite, in the heart of the Baie de Somme.

The first 15 years involved authentic camping! The Les Aubépines campsite was only offering pitches for tents, caravans and campers back then. Around 100 plots in total, in particularly delightful and landscaped surroundings, enabled it to get its first 2 stars.
The 2000s see Isabelle Doudoux joining her father’s business venture. Together, they decide to give a new impetus to Les Aubépines by starting extension works to develop new residential areas with mobile homes, in landscaped surroundings.

With the same impetus, to make the holidaymaker stays ever more delightful, the Doudoux family invests in new equipment and facilities, which augurs well for our campsite’s facelift. In 2005, the outdoor swimming pool is opened.
Les Aubépines campsite - Le Petit Epicier grocery
In 2010, Michel Doudoux wishes to hand down the fruits of his life’s work, and transfers his shares. He is delighted to place the campsite into the expert hands of his daughter Isabelle and his son-in-law, Cédric Waechter. That same year, the Les Aubépines campsite joins the group “Flower Campings”. This collaboration is the fruit of shared common values, those offering guests a family campsite, on a human scale, in the heart of the countryside.

In 2017, wishing to further satisfy its guests, the Les Aubépines campsite again decides to develop new facilities. A lovely modern brasserie, a new grocery and especially a superb heated, indoor swimming pool equipped with a splash pad, thus complements the range of facilities already on-site.
Camping Les Aubépines - Doudoux family
Nowadays, the gamble seems to have paid off for the Doudoux family, with the campsite becoming a sought-after location for loyal guests. It takes pride in being, we hope, amongst the best campsites in the Baie de Somme estuary!
Camping les Aubépines - swimming pool aerial view
Camping les Aubépines - reception
Les Aubépines,
above all a story about sharing
Since opening our establishment 40 years ago, we have always put people at the heart of our concerns.
Day after day, always with the same desire and energy, the Doudoux family has welcomed not only new arrivals, but also loyal holidaymakers. Moreover, this loyalty is certainly our greatest recognition, being the fruits of our labours accomplished, and the love of our land.
An energy shared by all our colleagues. Without them, the campsite would not be what it is today. At the bar, reception, swimming pool, in the kitchen…Some have passed on their know-how and passion for numerous seasons. They have enabled considerable development in service quality on the establishment.
Each season, we’re always ready to welcome holidaymakers on the Les Aubépines campsite with a smile. Your well-being is our priority, and we do our utmost so your holiday comes off in the best possible way.
With unwavering enthusiasm, our colleagues are on hand to sort out your everyday worries, and will be delighted to share all the best places in Le Crotoy and our lovely Hauts de France region.
When our colleagues work with a smile on their faces, it is the guarantee of a successful season and happy holidaymakers!
Our team, a large family!
Isabelle and Cédric, the managers of our little paradise, are very proud of their staff, who form a talented team responsible for bringing the establishment to life on a daily basis.
Peggy Camping Les Aubépines
Having arrived in 2005, Peggy has both grown personally and witnessed Les Aubépines expand. She has become an essential figure on the Les Aubépines campsite. Deputy Manager, she has followed and contributed to the campsite’s development, led on projects and improvements. With a dazzling smile and exuberant energy, she has endeavoured for years to make holidaymakers’ stays unforgettable times.
Marie Camping Les Aubépines
Marie is often the first person to welcome you on Les Aubépines! Head of reception, every day she answers any questions you have and takes care of your bookings. Particularly attached to the region, she also delights in advising you on the best activities to do during your holiday!
Barbara Camping Les Aubépines
Barbara is in charge of the accounts, but she doesn’t stay in the shadows! She’s also delighted to welcome holidaymakers and talk to each of them, sharing her good advice and good humour.
Covering the length and breadth of the Les Aubépines paths, Jean-Michel, the camping maintenance manager is the campsite’s technician, who bustles about sorting out little everyday issues as they arise! With his colleagues, Philippe who is responsible for technology, and Olivier in charge of green spaces, they help you when a bulb goes, or a gas bottle needs changing. Friendly and discreet, they take care of your living environment, and the flowers and shrubs on the campsite.
Cheikhou et Audrey Camping Les Aubépines
They fire up your taste buds right through your holiday, Cheikhou and Audrey are the restaurant managers at the “Pause en Baie” restaurant. Enthusiastic about cuisine and eager to enable you to discover local products, each day they give of their best to concoct ever more delicious dishes for you.
Hélène Camping Les Aubépines
Our housekeepers! Hélène is accompanied on a daily basis by Hélène and Jessica. Together, they look after the cleanliness of your rental accommodation and communal areas, and also take care of your linen and towel orders. Jovial and smiling, they always take the time to respond to your requests to ensure that your stay runs as smoothly as possible!
Dino
The team wouldn’t be complete without Dino, our superb mascot, doped up on good humour! He’s also a big fan of cuddles, which he gives out to children and parents alike!
Do you wish to join us?

For the season, our close-knit team is cheerfully comprised of numerous seasonal workers, full of energy! If you would also like to be part of our large Les Aubépines family, go to our recruitment page!
Zero carbon objective!
With other tourism players throughout the region, Les Aubépines has joined the association “Zéro Carbone en Baie de Somme” (zero carbon in the Baie de Somme) to consider how to redesign tourism to limit its environmental impact.

The tourism players who have signed up to the Charter are committed to:
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Promoting Zero Carbon Weeks in the Baie de Somme
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Reduce greenhouse gas emissions from its operations
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Carrying out actions for the environment in the Baie de Somme
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Raise staff awareness of climate issues and their impact on the Bay
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Raise tourist awareness of climate issues and their impact on the Bay
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Participate in information sessions reserved for tourism stakeholders in the Bay
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Offer zero carbon activities during zero carbon weeks in the Baie de Somme
Below you will see
the 10 eco-gestures for the responsible eco-tourist:
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Opt for the train or car-share to reach your holiday destination
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Opt for soft modes of transport at your holiday destination
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Choose a web host committed to an eco-attentive approach
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Go for non-fuel consuming outdoor activities
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Consume regional produce from local agriculture and fisheries
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Be guided by regional professionals in discovering the area’s natural heritage
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Do not throw away waste in the countryside but sort it in the appropriate bins
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Limit your water and energy consumption
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Do not damage the flora and fauna. Use the trails and sites already laid out
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Respect the local population’s customs and traditions
On a daily basis, as when on holiday, we must adopt eco-responsible behaviour…