Getting to and from Camon
We know that travel logistics can be stressful, especially if you’ve never been to your destination before. Thankfully, you don’t need to figure out how to get to and from camp all on your own — we can do it together!
The most important part is to know where camp is and how to contact us on your travel day if needed.
Château de Camon address:
L’Abbaye-Château de Camon
09500 Camon, France
TIP: Especially if you’re renting a car, make sure you input this address to your navigation system so that you end up at the correct place!
There are actually multiple Camons in France so keep this address handy.
To call or email us for non-medical travel emergencies, use the information below:
Email: info@campchateau.com
Arrival & departure time
Check-in and check-out day timeframes
Arrival time on check-in day (Friday) is from 3-6pm
Departure time on check-out day (Wednesday) is by 11am.
We don’t offer early check-in or late check-out because we’re busy making the magic happen. So please plan your travel days accordingly!
Getting to France
TIP: Book any flights 3-6 months before your camp arrival date to secure the best available price.
Booking flights can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. To get to France we recommend finding your flight through a price comparison website like Kayak or Skyscanner. Those websites make it easy to compare prices across airlines and choose the best one that works for you. Book your flight directly with the airline you choose, not through a third party website.
There are three options to fly into to give you easy access to get to Camon. The first is Toulouse, the second is Paris, and the third is Carcassonne. There are other cities you could fly into internationally (Barcelona, Amsterdam, and London have a wide variety of international flights) but landing at Paris, Toulouse, or Carcassonne offers the simplest connections to camp.
If you fly into Toulouse
From Toulouse, we offer a shuttle service that will take you from Toulouse Airport directly to the doors of the château (at no extra cost). The ride lasts about two hours. Booking a transfer shuttle can be done through your booking portal (see next section).
If you fly into Paris
We recommend taking a train to Toulouse from Paris. Trainline is a great site that lets you compare prices across different trains to book the one that suits you best.
Your train journey will likely be broken up into multiple train rides, and you might have to make changes along your journey so just make sure you’re paying attention when you book your ticket.
After arriving at Toulouse Train Station, you’ll need to take a city shuttle (Navette) or a cab to Toulouse Airport to get on your free shuttle to camp.
All shuttle journeys with us need to be booked at least three weeks prior to your arrival date. Book your shuttle through your booking portal. (below)
If you fly into Carcassonne
If you're travelling or connecting through the UK you might find that Carcassonne is an affordable flight option. However, there is no train connection from Carcassonne to Camon. Instead, you can rent a car from the car rental options at the airport. The drive from Carcassonne to Camon is a beautiful one, too!
There are car rental options conveniently located at the Carcassonne Airport, and if this is the route you’re going, we highly recommend booking your rental car in advance before arriving. This will prevent any inventory issues with cars and ensure the car you want is the one you get on the day of.
Tips for train travel
If you decide to take a train for the rest of your journey to camp, then Trainline is a great site that, again, lets you compare prices across different trains to book the one that suits you best.
Check layover times between trains to make sure you have time to change platforms
Arrive at least 10 minutes before your train’s departure time
Track your stops with Trainline or SNCF app
Grab a snack from the train station to enjoy on your scenic ride
Book transfer shuttles to/from Figeac train station in your booking portal
NOTE: The shuttle from Toulouse to Béduer is a paid service and not included in the cost of camp. The ride from Toulouse to camp lasts about two hours.
Booking a shuttle
All shuttle journeys with us need to be booked at least three weeks prior to your arrival date. Book your shuttle through your booking portal.
Once you’re in Toulouse, you’ll need a ride directly to camp, which can be booked through your booking portal!
Shuttles between Camon and Toulouse Airport
Shuttles to/from Toulosue Airport and Camp on check-in and check-out day are provided at no extra charge to our campers
The ride is about two hours long.
If you’ve booked a shuttle from Toulouse, the pickup location is outside the front of the Starbucks located at the Toulouse Airport. You will likely run into fellow campers there!
The shuttle picks you up promptly at your registered time.
Renting a car
Renting a car and winding your own way through the French countryside is also a wonderful journey!
France is a gorgeous country with a changing landscape ranging from forests and rivers to mountains and desert. There is plenty of free parking at L’Abbaye-Château de Camon as well, so rest assured that you won’t need to rush to get to camp to find a parking spot.
Tips for driving in France:
Most cars are manual, request an automatic if you need one!
Distance is in kilometers
100 kilometers = 62 miles
French traffic signs are the same as other European traffic signs
Rental cars are available at major airports.
Driving from Paris to Camon is approximately a 8-10.5 hour drive
Driving from Toulouse to Camon is approximately a 1-hour drive.
Taxi services
Our partner since 2023… Quentin!
Here is our trusted taxi services:
You can book a taxi service through our Toulouse shuttle driver, Quentin, separate from your Camp Château travel if you need it before or after camp.
Please be aware that the cost incurred from booking personally with Quentin is not covered in your Camp Château costs.
Quentin: +33 7 66 20 45 10
Multilingual, transfers to/from Toulouse and Camp
Necessary travel documents
Check your passport’s expiration date!
Before arriving in France, make sure that your passport is fully up to date. This means that the expiration date on your passport is more than three months after your intended departure date from France.
For example, if you have a departure flight to leave France after camp on May 31st, 2026, then your passport must be valid at least until August 31st, 2026.
For some countries, it is more, and you are required to have 6 months or even 1 year of extra time before your passport expires.
Check your travel requirements before planning your trip
Check if you need a visa here: Visa wizard
See general international arrival regulations: Arrival in France
If you are traveling from the US, check ETIAS updates: ETIAS FAQs
If there is a sudden change in French visa regulations, we will try to notify campers accordingly.
Travel insurance
Traveling internationally? = Be insured
Yes! We highly recommend obtaining travel insurance before any trip abroad.
There are many companies out there that provide excellent travel insurance coverage for trips, and we suggest exploring options to find a travel insurance provider that works for you.
TIP: Some banks provide access to travel insurance at a cheaper cost, so you might already be eligible for affordable coverage through your bank or credit card provider.
Coverage looks different for each company and depends on what you choose for yourself, but it's worth it when travelling internationally
Additional FAQs
Luggage storage?
Packing tips?
Meeting fellow campers?
Can I store my luggage anywhere before/after camp…?
Toulouse train station does not offer lockers for storing luggage.
Please be mindful of this when planning your travel days.
We encourage you to pack light and consider that the beauty of cobblestone roads and medieval cities might not agree with a particularly heavy rolling suitcase.
What do I pack for my time at camp…?
Knowing what to pack for your time at camp can be overwhelming, so we created a packing guide.
How do I find my fellow campers that I’ll meet during my camp week?
Join everyone on the app!
To be added to your session chat, update your profile to include your specific camp session. You’ll then be automatically invited to join your session’s group chat!
There are also additional resources like an ultimate packing guide and local hotel recommendations for you that can be found in the Get Ready for Camp section.
Still have questions?
I hope that this guide was helpful in planning your trip to L’Abbaye-Château de Camon. Happy travels!
Cordialement,
Manon (she/her)
Camp Director of L’Abbaye-Château de Camon
