ECOLODGE

AN IMMERSIVE STAY FOR ADVENTURE ENTHUSIASTS


THE EXPERIENCE

Sleep in the heart of Nature, where wildlife and wide-open spaces reign supreme. Our ecolodges, open from mid-May to mid-October, offer an authentic and eco-friendly experience inspired by African bush camps.

Set facing the sweeping landscapes roamed by bison, each lodge accommodates up to 4 guests in deliberately understated comfort:
dry toilets, shared water points, a traditional washroom cabinet and organic soap provided.

An ideal immersion to fully embrace the adventure and become, for the duration of your stay, the wildlife’s discreet and privileged neighbour.

As evening falls, a barbecue dinner will be served in the company of your guide.
You will dine beneath the stars, lulled by the magnificent silence of the mountains and the gentle sounds of birds, insects and frogs.
At this time of year, the sky transforms into a true celestial vault — free from light pollution — perfect for lingering moments and meaningful conversations.

A stay that soothes, fills you with wonder and brings you back to what truly matters — an experience to be had at least once in a lifetime.


General description of the lodges:

  • Capacity: 2 to 4 guests
  • 1 double bed + 2 single beds


Facilities provided:

  • A 10-litre watering can and a traditional washbasin, with organic soap, for freshening up.
  • Kettle available, with cups and a selection of teas and herbal infusions.
  • Bath towels provided.
  • Please note: the lodges have electricity but no Wi-Fi connection — here, you disconnect in order to reconnect with what truly matters! ;)

THIS STAY INCLUDES:

  • Check-in: 3:00 pm
  • 1 guided 2-hour walking safari to discover the wildlife.
  • Barbecue dinner in the company of your guides and fellow travellers.
  • 1 night in an ecolodge, in the heart of nature.
  • 1 breakfast.
  • Access to the communal areas to stargaze and enjoy our facilities (children’s play area, open-air museum, refreshment bar, restaurant…)
  • Check-out: 10:00 am

AVAILABLE AS AN OPTIONAL EXTRA, SUBJECT TO BOOKING:

Enrich your stay with our Nature activities — safari (on foot, by horse-drawn carriage or photography), observation hides, or a full immersion as a “Be a guide for a day”.

Pratical information: 

 

Respect for the wild:

In order to prevent any risk of transmitting contagious diseases to the animals of La Réserve (brucellosis, Aujeszky’s disease, echinococcosis…), picnics and domestic animals are not permitted on site.
It is therefore not permitted to bring food or beverages from outside the reserve.


Natural swimming pool:

Reserved for guests staying at La Réserve, the natural swimming pool is accessible from June to September, every day from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
Its water, naturally filtered by the presence of plankton, contains no chemical products. To preserve this balance, sunscreens and sun oils are strictly prohibited.
Swimming is unsupervised: children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Available dates:

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For one or more additional nights, please contact our assistant at 09 65 03 49 68.

What they have to say
about our experiences

Joan Dulera

Sun. 25 August 2024

A unique experience that our family did yesterday at the Reserve des Monts-Azur. We've seen the wild european buffalos, the deers and the wild horses that originated in Mongolia. This reserve is a 700 hectares with free wild animals roaming around the place without human help. They co-exist in this habitat. I was amazed to see them sooo close! It's a different experience than seeing animals on captivity. I recommend for families visiting this place:-)

Angelique Amable

Wed. 10 July 2024

Not far from the city, nice drive!
If you’re gonna take a carriage, you can see the animals closer and there’s no need to wear sneakers if you’re not gonna do the promenade.
Carriage: 1 hour
Walking: 1.5-2hrs

Kirill Abikus

Sun. 23 June 2024

This is a great mini safari in the mountains! You can see horses and bisons in the wild. Walking tours or in the carriage. Very beautiful nature and nice staff.
Please note that it is usually cold in the mountains so dress appropriately (long sleeves and trousers are recommended).
You can have a very good lunch at moderate price in the restaurant. Book in advance.
Nice boutique with souvenirs.
Children liked the tour very much.
We did not stay for the night.

Schas Mien

Mon. 20 May 2024

Very beautiful reserve with stunning views. You can observe the animals in peace. Don't forget the binoculars! The crepes were very delicious.
Attention for non-French speakers: we had asked before booking if an English-speaking tour guide is available and this was not a problem. Unfortunately, on-site this was limited to just a few sentences and we understood almost nothing. That was very unfortunate!

Joanne Storey

Wed. 23 August 2023

Where do i start... Amazing place, the guide was very knowledgeable and friendly, great fun and spoke excellent English! We booked private carriage tour for our family. We loved seeing all the animals and learning a lot. We went to the restaurant for lunch, they had a great selection including children's menu. The food was beautiful and plentiful. I would highly recommend this place to anyone local or tourists! Thank you

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have another question? Contact us at contact@haut-thorenc.com

The ecolodges are not heated. For your comfort, we make them available only during the summer season, from May 17 to October 15. Outside these dates, you can enjoy our other accommodations: Le Petit Manoir and Villa Bioclimatique.

Yes, of course! Children of all ages are welcome at La Réserve. Only guided walking safaris and our Lodges are not available for children under 5, for insurance reasons.
The Brame and Privilège stays can be enjoyed by families with young children, but only if the safaris are fully privatized.

For your safety, but also for health reasons, pets are not allowed.

We strongly advise you to book your safari or stay in advance.

No, our restaurant will be delighted to welcome you for lunch and dinner.

Here's all the information you need to get to La Réserve des Monts d'Azur :

  • 651 route des châteaux
    06750 THORENC
  • GPS coordinates:
    43°48'20 " N - 6°50'43 " E
    43.8049886,6.8431416
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We can be reached on the following telephone numbers:

Please note, annual closure from November 6 to December 1, 2023.