[cjsheps]

Not about JB's diet or buy-to-let, but anyway...

Some friends and I are planning on a month-or-so trip to the Tarn and Verdon. A casual google has brought up the possibility of a cheap campsite called "Camping Jean Paul". Is it still open, and do people recommend it?

As normal, I don't really know what I'm in for yet, so any other advice regarding climbing at the Hulk and Ramirole sectors, rest day action etc would be much appreciated.

Cheers UKB.

[abarro81]

Not climbed at Hulk or Ramirole. Only time I've been there we had van so just stayed in that.
Ramirole is on the other side of the gorge from the main camping places (in La Palud), so you'll either need to drive round (1hr+?) or doss on that side of the gorge somewhere

[cjsheps]

Ah. That'll be a big-ass gorge then.

[webbo]

If jean pauls is the place I think it is I'd be suprised if he's still alive. When you went to pay he would insist on a glass of Pastis, he would get a glass usually  spit on an old rag and wipe it out before filling it!!!

[Paul B]

If jean pauls is the place I think it is I'd be suprised if he's still alive. When you went to pay he would insist on a glass of Pastis, he would get a glass usually  spit on an old rag and wipe it out before filling it!!!

He is still alive and yes it is still open (at certain times of the year). I've previously called and asked if he was open into October to which I got the usual response of "Oui, Oui". However, when the 1st of October rolled around, he closed the gate and told everyone to leave. Realising he'd promised me otherwise I was offered a browning, token banana as a parting gift.

I like his campsite. The Municipal is also nice. Camping "a la ferme" isn't so great but does stay open into October.

[webbo]

We maybe should ask his advice on the refine carbs and healthy eating diet thread. Eat what you like as long it's washed down with gallons of red wine and Pastis and never wash your pots or cutlery.

[cjsheps]

Thanks for the info. Seeing as they don't have a website and my French is dreadful, can you rock up on the day or do you need to book?

[Paul B]

Just turn up and he'll appear.

[cjsheps]

Like a drunk French guardian angel. Cheers Paul.