Huttopia
Lac
de Sillé

camping
Opening
17/04/2025 > 30/09/2025

Huttopia Lac de Sillé Campsite is a perfect destination for families looking for an active holiday in the great outdoors. With a swimming pool nestled in the forest and the Sillé-Plage activity centre close by, it offers a fun-packed holiday experience.

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Camping Huttopia Lac de Sillé ***
512 route forestière des Molières, 72140, SILLE LE GUILLAUME

A nature escape on the shores of Lake Sillé

 

Its strategic location makes it the ideal base for exploring the Sarthe region; delve into history with a visit to the historic city of Le Mans, known for the 24 Hours of Le Mans race track, its medieval heritage and the nearby chateaus and manor houses, like the Château de Sillé-le-Guillaume, which will take you on a fascinating journey into the region’s past. Make sure you try the local gastronomy too, with delights like pork rillettes and the famous tarte tatin to enjoy on your visits to the picturesque markets. A stay at the campsite offers a complete holiday experience, perfectly combining the natural beauty of Sillé lake with the rich culture and gastronomy of the Sarthe region.

THE HIGHLIGHTS OF HUTTOPIA LAC DE SILLÉ CAMPSITE

The multiple water activities on offer at Sillé-Plage

Sleeping under the forest trees before exploring the woodland by mountain bike

Discovering the charming villages of the Alpes Mancelles

IMAGINE A HOLIDAY AT LAC DE SILLÉ

ALL THE USEFUL INFORMATION YOU NEED TO PREPARE YOUR STAY

Café-comptoir
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Bar service
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Breakfast service
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Outdoor pools
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Little trappers
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Activities & Evening entertainment
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3
leaves

3
stars

9
hectares

151
pitches

Disabled access

National Forestry Commission (ONF)

Family Plus

Classified Station Verte for Ecotourism

ENJOY A HOLIDAY IN THE FOREST WITH MAXIMUM COMFORT

Experience a holiday in the midst of nature in a wood and canvas tent, a chalet or a mobile home at Huttopia Lac de Sillé. Glamping accommodation so you can rest and recharge in comfort, in the heart of the Sarthe.
Come for a holiday or just a weekend and let yourself be soothed by the tranquility of the forest…

YOU WILL LOVE…

CLASSIC 5 LAKE VIEW TENT

5 pax | 2 bedrooms

Our Classic 5 tent combines the authenticity of a holiday under a canvas roof with an unbeatable view of the lake below!
Two separate bedrooms, a kitchenette with all mod cons and a spacious terrace…  Blending comfort with an immersion in nature, this tent promises a real break from daily life, in the heart of the forest.

Kitchenette | Terrace | Electricity

OUR WOOD & CANVAS TENTS FOR A NIGHT UNDER THE STARS

CLASSIC 4 TENT

4 pax | 2 bedrooms

The Classic 4 tent offers all the comfort you need to camp, with a living area opening onto a large wooden terrace, for a camping adventure under the trees of Sillé Forest.

Kitchenette | Electricity

TRAPPEUR TENT

5 pax | 2 bedrooms | Bathroom

Sleep under canvas, but with a comfortable bed and a private bathroom. A unique experience for your holiday in the Sarthe region.

Kitchenette | Terrace | Electricity

ZENITH TENT

6 pax | 2 bedrooms | Bathroom

A spacious tent with plenty of room for all the family. Enjoy sleeping under canvas on the mezzanine level and warming up by the wood-burning stove, with access to the lake close by.

Kitchenette | Terrace | Electricity

WOODEN CHALETS FOR EVERY HOLIDAY STYLE

CHALET PORTLAND

6 pax | 3 bedrooms | Bathroom

With 3 bedrooms, the Portland Chalet is perfect for larger families and those who like a bit more space. A large living area, large sliding glass doors and a large, shaded deck open onto the outdoors.

Equipped kitchen | Deck | Electric heating

CHALET ONTARIO PMR

4 pax | 2 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms

Plenty of space and facilities suitable for disabled guests in this beautiful chalet designed in collaboration with a company specialising in the needs of people with reduced mobility.

Kitchenette | Terrace with access ramp | Electric heating

ÉVASION CHALET

5 pax | 2 bedrooms | Bathroom

The Évasion Chalet has been specially designed for families, offering three comfortable beds for the kids and a large deck. Enjoy a relaxing holiday on the shore of Sillé lake.

Equipped kitchen | Deck | Electric heating

THE LITTLE EXTRAS THAT MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE!

Sheets and towels for hire
Must be booked in advance. Subject to availability.

Optional cleaning package

BBQ hire
Subject to availability.

Free baby kit (travel cot + high chair)
Outside July and August. Subject to availability.

COME AND CAMP IN A WOODLAND

In the heart of Sillé Forest, just a short walk from the lake, Huttopia Lac de Sillé campsite will welcome you and your tent, caravan, motorhome or camper van. A tranquil setting awaits you!

COMFORT PITCH

6 pax | With electricity


An authentic camping experience on large pitches with electricity.

NATURE PITCH

6 pax | Without electricity


Camp in the middle of a forest on beautiful traditional camping pitches without electricity.

COMFORT PLUS PITCH

6 pax | With electricity   |  Picnic table


Pitches with either more space or a special location, with the bonus of a wooden picnic table. A comfortable place to enjoy your lunch under the trees.

TWO WASHROOMS FOR YOUR COMFORT

At Huttopia Lac de Sillé campsite, you will have access to two washrooms equipped with sinks, showers, toilets and more. Not only are our washrooms suitable for families thanks to a dedicated baby area, but they are also wheelchair accessible.

PRACTICAL SERVICES FOR CAMPERS

Motorhome service area

Fridge and barbecue hire
Subject to availability.

Laundry room with washing machine and dryer

Free baby kits (travel cot + high chair)
Except July and August. Subject to availability.

CAMPING CARD

Enjoy discounted prices and free nights in the early and late season at all the Huttopia Campsites, Onlycamp and Citykamps.

*Price including 1 pitch for 2 people with electricity (+ free animal)

ALL THE HUTTOPIA SERVICES FOR A HASSLE FREE STAY

After a delightful hike through the forest or a day packed with activities at Sillé-Plage, take a well-deserved break at our central marquee before going for a drink on the campsite’s wooden terrace…

THE FOOD CORNER FOR A HOLIDAY PACKED WITH FLAVOURS

Enjoy relaxed food prepared with quality local produce.

Share some quality time at the Food Corner at Huttopia Lac de Sillé!
On warm days, you’ll love sitting out on our beautiful deck for a drink and a nibbles platter while the children have fun at the Central Lodge right beside it. At dinnertime, our freshly made pizzas are a popular choice for all the family.

Fresh bread every morning
Order your bread and pastries the day before for relaxed mornings. We work with the village bakery, who deliver to us every morning.
For those who don’t want to have to think about preparing breakfast at all, breakfast deals are available to eat in at the Food Corner.

Fancy eating out?
Speak to our Camp Managers, who’ll be happy to recommend the best restaurants in the area.

Café-comptoir
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Bread and pastries to take away

PLACES TO GET TOGETHER

Reception

Our reception team is happy to help throughout your stay, offering information about settling in and the must-see attractions in Sillé-le-Guillaume and the Sarthe: hiking and cycling trails, activities, sights and attractions, great places to eat nearby and more…

Reception also features a grocery shop where you can pick up all the basics.

Central Marquee

Meet up around the wood stove in the warm and welcoming atmosphere of the Central Marquee. Books, board games, table football and big tables await you there. The ideal place to relax and enjoy quality time together!

Table football

Holidays without Wifi

Board games

Books to borrow

AND TO MAKE YOUR STAY EVEN EASIER

BBQ hire

Bed linen and towels for hire

Laundry room

End of stay cleaning

Fridge hire

NEAR THE CAMPSITE

In the village of Sillé-le-Guillaume, 3 kilometres from the campsite, you will find all the local shops you need: a bakery, a supermarket, a bank, a petrol station, a train station, a tourist information centre, and the list goes on.

ADVENTURES FOR EVERYONE!

Swimming

Heated outdoor pool and Lake Sillé

Summer special

The sociable, nature-inspired atmosphere of Huttopia’s activities and evening entertainment

Nature throughout the seasons

Hiking, cycling and other outdoor activities on the lakeshore

For kids

A few ideas of activities for kids

Sport and leisure on site

Make the most of the campsite facilities

A POOL SURROUNDED BY NATURE OR A DIP IN LAKE SILLÉ

You will love relaxing next to our heated pool or sunbathing on the lakeside beach…

HEATED OUTDOOR POOL

Huttopia Lac de Sillé campsite has a large, heated outdoor pool where you can swim a few laps and cool down on a hot summer’s day. On the wooden terrace, you will find deck chairs and parasols so you can bask in the sun or settle back with a good book.
Between your dips in the pool, head to the campsite’s terrace just nearby for some tasty ice cream or a refreshing beverage.

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LAKE SILLÉ, A NATURAL SWIMMING HOLE

The Sillé-Plage leisure centre welcomes holidaymakers to a preserved natural setting featuring a forest, ponds, and a lake with an area sectioned off for swimming. Monitored by lifeguards in the summer, the immense Coco-Plage beach is the perfect place to safely splash about with the kids. Anyone who enjoys natural swimming holes will be right in their element!

 

BEST OF THE SUMMER ACTIVITIES AT HUTTOPIA LAC DE SILLÉ CAMPSITE

Nature explorations, wonderful encounters, regional heritage and new experiences are on the agenda!
Activities are organised for free or at a small charge, every day of the week.

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Dog hiking in the forest

Share in the joys of a walk through the forest, accompanied by a four-legged companion and Benjamin, the dog’s musher and your guide. A real bonding experience to enjoy with friends or family.

Archery tag

Archery tag is a mix of archery, paintball and dodgeball. Team spirit, good cheer and togetherness always hit their mark.

Introduction to fishing

Take advantage of the campsite’s fantastic location between a lake and ponds to discover the joys of fishing. An unforgettable experience for all ages!!

FRIENDLY & JOYFUL EVENING EVENTS

Experience magical moments at Huttopia’s evening events, which take place throughout July and August: concerts, magic shows, plays, open-air film screenings and more. There’s something to suit all tastes and all ages!

NATURE AND RURAL HERITAGE THROUGHOUT THE SEASONS

Between its lakes, ponds and majestic forest, holidays in the Sarthe are synonymous with unplugging in nature. The scenery, which is gorgeous in any season, will unfurl before you during a multitude of activities, on foot, by bike and even from the water. Typical villages and towns full of character are also worth a visit nearby!

Water and outdoor activities

The Sillé-Plage leisure park, a classified Station Verte for Ecotourism, is the perfect place to indulge in a wide variety of water and outdoor activities such as swimming, pedaloeing, sailing, canoeing and fishing, but also rock climbing, horse riding, mountain biking and more.

Cycling

All around the campsite, there are more than 3,500 hectares of forest for you to explore by bike or mountain bike. Sillé Forest is home to luxuriant vegetation, and its untouched landscapes are sure to amaze you!

Hiking in the forest

Between Sillé National Forest, the Normandy-Maine Regional Nature Park and the Alpes Mancelles a few miles away, nature lovers will be thrilled to explore some of the region’s wildest landscapes at every twist in its many trails.

ELECTRIC MOUNTAIN BIKES

You will have free rein to explore Sillé Forest and the Sarthe astride a classic bike or electric mountain bike. Nothing will stop you, whether mud, sand or steep slopes!

Bikes for hire at the campsite by the day or the half day.

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CHILDREN’S PARADISE

Ideas of children’s activities!

Playground

Sliding, jumping and running! Our wooden playground will be your children’s favourite holiday haunt thanks to its slides, nets, swings and more.

Sillé-Plage with the kids

Sillé-Plage offers lots of activities for children and adults alike: a treetop adventure course with zip lines, pony rides, crazy golf, and the list goes on. There are countless ways to explore nature here!

SUMMER LITTLE TRAPPERS

Each morning in summer (6 days a week) at Huttopia Lac de Sillé, the 5-12 year olds become Little Trappers as they enjoy fun activities always held out in the heart nature: treasure hunts, wooden hut building, Land’Art, and more!

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SPORT AND LEISURE ON SITE

Huttopia Lac de Sillé is all about sharing and togetherness. The campsite has many facilities where you can have fun and let off steam throughout your stay.

As well as the swimming pool, take advantage of the other on-site leisure facilities:

Table tennis

Pétanque courts

Electric mountain bike hire

Table football

AND WHAT CAN WE DO IF IT RAINS?

Head to the campsite’s Central Marquee to settle back with a book or play some table football.

Rainy days are also a great time to discover the region’s rich heritage.

Take a tour of the Château de Sillé or the Château de Sourches to explore those unique medieval fortresses, their history and the emblematic individuals who lived there. Or visit the Second World War Museum, which retraces the history of the war in the region. At L’Ecole du Grez, you can picture yourself in the shoes of a 19th century schoolchild! This friendly tour, with its many anecdotes, is sure to entertain the whole family.

When it comes to local products, fans of fine wine and other products are in for a treat. Culinary, winery and farm tours are just some of the activities available for you to try in rainy weather.

A UNIQUE REGION TO DISCOVER…

In the heart of the Sarthe and the Pays de la Loire

Lake, forest and ponds in the Pays de Sillé

Located in the Sarthe, just a short distance from the Alpes Mancelles and at the gateway to the Normandy-Maine Regional Nature Park, Huttopia Lac de Sillé invites you to stay in a preserved, natural environment. All around, the region’s treasures await you.

During a hike or a bike ride through Sillé National Forest, you can admire beautiful scenery and lush nature as far as the eye can see, while, a few miles away, listed villages and châteaux await you. The perfect place to take a stroll and feast your eyes!
A holiday in Sillé is also the ideal chance to take part in the water and outdoor activities on offer all around the Sillé-Plage leisure park.

Sillé-Plage and its leisure park

1 to 2 km

Huttopia Lac de Sillé campsite is part of the Sillé-Plage leisure park, a classified Station Verte for Ecotourism. There are countless ways to enjoy the lake, with its pretty, shaded and lifeguarded beach (great for relaxing), many water activities for thrill-seekers and multitude of outdoor activities! Sailing, canoeing, pedaloeing, treetop adventures, crazy golf, horse riding, fishing, hiking and cycling are just some of the activities you can enjoy in this unique, protected natural setting between a majestic forest, ponds and a lake.

Sillé National Forest

This 3,500 hectare Natura 2000 forest offers an immense playground for hiking and mountain biking enthusiasts! You can also go rock climbing there, at Rochebrune and Le Saut du Cerf. A natural site listed for its flora and fauna, boasting sublime landscapes and bountiful vegetation that is home to much wildlife…

The Alpes Mancelles and Regional Nature Park

25 km

Explore the superb natural site that is the Alpes Mancelles. Here, in the heart of the Armorican mountain range, you can admire breathtaking views of narrow gorges, winding rivers and lush green plateaux…
Like Sillé Forest, this is part of the Normandy-Maine Regional Nature Park, where a wide variety of scenery awaits you, including vast moors, forests, pastures, orchards, and turbulent rivers. A destination where nature abounds.

Sillé-le-Guillaume

3 km

A trip to Sillé-le-Guillaume is a real must during your stay. You will love wandering through the lanes of this listed Town of Character and discovering its rich heritage. Its parish church (Notre-Dame de l’Assomption Collegiate Church) and the Château de Sillé, both of them listed historic monuments, are well worth the visit!

Fresnay Sur Sarthe

20 km

Explore Fresnay-sur-Sarthe, a listed Small Town of Character. This old fortified town at the gateway to the Alpes Mancelles contains the remnants of an 11th century château. Its ramparts, typical architecture and red stone houses endow it with a truly unique atmosphere.

Sainte-Suzanne

24 km

The area around Sillé also features multiple villages ranked amongst the most beautiful in France. Explore Sainte-Suzanne, a superb town in Mayenne perched atop a rocky outcrop overlooking the Erve Valley. It is best-known as the mediaeval town that defied William the Conqueror.

Sainte-Suzanne

24 km

The area around Sillé also features multiple villages ranked amongst the most beautiful in France. Explore Sainte-Suzanne, a superb town in Mayenne perched atop a rocky outcrop overlooking the Erve Valley. It is best-known as the mediaeval town that defied William the Conqueror.

Saint-Céneri-Le-Gérei

29 km

Ranked as one of France’s most beautiful villages, this lovely spot has managed to retain all its charm over the years. Located a short distance from Alençon, you can explore its narrow lanes of yesteryear, its ancient houses, its old bridge over the Sarthe and its Romanesque 11th century church. A village steeped in history…

Le Mans

39 km

Treat yourself to a day out in Le Mans, a town listed for its Art and History, during your trip. Known for its wall encircling the magnificent Plantagenet district but also for its popular and renowned cuisine, you will enjoy walking along its cobblestone streets lined with gorgeous half-timbered façades. Rated the second greenest town in France, be sure to visit its beautiful gardens. Its famous racetrack hosts the biggest car race in the world, the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

ALL SORTS OF ACTIVITIES ESPECIALLY FOR FAMILIES

What can you do in the region with children (and grown ups)? Here are some suggestions of activities to enjoy as a family close to Huttopia Lac de Sillé.

Zoo de la Flèche

Zoo de la Flèche, rated one of France’s five best wildlife parks, is home to nearly 1,500 animals and 160 different species. Set in a lovely green setting spanning 18 hectares, it offers a fascinating and exotic day out.

Le Paradis de la Charnie

Bring your kids to discover this one-of-a-kind teaching farm featuring a whole host of South American llamas!

Pedal car tours

Pump your legs to travel under the trees at the water’s edge in a pedal car! A must-try activity at Sillé-Plage that children and adults will all enjoy.