The site code · 2026 edition
House rules
Ten articles, zero jargon: everything that keeps this site calm, clean and safe — and what it costs to forget it. Reading time: 4 minutes; valid for your entire stay.
Who may enter, and how to pay
General conditions of access
- AllowedThe site welcomes self-contained motorhomes and campervans only.
- Not allowedTents, caravans, mobile homes and unconverted lorries are not admitted.
- RequiredAt the entrance, every vehicle is identified by its number plate.
- RequiredParking is paid for in advance, at the welcome terminal — that's your key to the gate.
- WarningOverstaying your departure time triggers an automatic penalty — the full scale is set out in the price of forgetting.
- Good to knowThe site is open 24/7, all year round, no booking required.
Your 42 m², no more, no less
Setting up on your pitch
- RequiredSettle into any free pitch, within the marked boundaries: 7 m long × 6 m wide.
- AllowedAwnings, canopies, tables and chairs are welcome — within the bounds of your pitch and without obstructing traffic.
- Not allowedPlanters, flower boxes, bollards and dividers stay where they are: they are not to be moved and serve no other purpose.
- RequiredYour pitch must remain clean and clear, during and after your stay.
- WarningLeaving rubbish behind when you depart costs a €50 flat-rate penalty.
Water, waste and recycling
Hygiene & cleanliness
- RequiredGrey and black water may only be emptied on the dedicated drainage slabs, without overflowing.
- Not allowedWashing your motorhome at the site's water points is forbidden — the Dream Wash station, at the entrance, is there for that.
- RequiredHousehold rubbish goes in sealed bags into the bins at Parking P1, near the launderette. The glass containers are just past the Dream Wash station.
- RequiredSorting your recycling is compulsory.
- Not allowedDumping bulky waste (fridges, mattresses, pallets…) means immediate eviction and prosecution.
Welcome, and well behaved
Pets
- AllowedPets are welcome, 2 per vehicle maximum, under their owners' responsibility.
- RequiredThey must be kept on a lead at all times.
- RequiredDroppings must be picked up immediately — bags are available on site.
- WarningAny breach or dangerous behaviour: eviction without refund.
On camera, equipped, signposted
Safety & evacuation plan
- RequiredSpeed is strictly limited to 5 km/h across the whole site, on pain of immediate eviction (French law, art. L2213-1-1 du CGCT).
- Good to knowThe site is under 24-hour CCTV surveillance.
- Good to knowSafety plans are displayed at the entrance to each car park; every car park has 2 emergency exits and a clearly marked fire-brigade access.
- Good to knowIn the event of an alert, the site's megaphones will broadcast instructions: make your way calmly to the assembly point shown on the plans.
- Good to knowFire extinguishers are available every 15 metres. A self-service defibrillator is located at Parking P1, near the launderette.
- Not allowedOpen fires, braziers, charcoal or wood barbecues, sky lanterns: forbidden.
- AllowedElectric or gas barbecues: allowed on your pitch, never left unattended, with a means of extinguishing within reach (bucket of water, blanket, extinguisher) — never in strong winds or during a fire alert.
To each their own
Liability
- Good to knowEveryone admitted to the site is liable for any damage they cause — including damage caused by their children, guests and animals.
- Good to knowThe management accepts no liability for theft, loss or damage to vehicles, belongings or personal equipment; for fire or accident, whether to persons or property; or for any temporary outage of water, electricity or Wi-Fi beyond its control.
Who drives, where, and for how much
Vehicles & accompanying car
- RequiredOnly registered vehicles (motorhome + authorised accompanying car) may drive on the site.
- Not allowedVisitors' cars are not allowed onto the site.
- Good to knowAccompanying car: €1/24 h, payable at the terminal under “Service: Car”. Register with the management on +33 (0)7 60 22 92 18.
- RequiredThe car must park entirely within the motorhome's pitch, without encroaching on the lanes.
- RequiredElectrical hook-up is only permitted at the designated bollards, using compliant extension leads.
- WarningAny unauthorised hook-up will be disconnected immediately.
Peace and quiet comes with the view
Respect for the site & your neighbours
- RequiredRespectful and courteous behaviour towards fellow travellers and staff.
- RequiredQuiet is required from 10 pm to 8 am.
- WarningNoise, pollution or disrespect: eviction without refund.
- RequiredWhen you leave, please leave your pitch clean and in good condition.
Five numbers to save right now
Emergency instructions
A question or a problem on site? Call the management first — for everything else, these numbers answer day and night.
The price of forgetting
It's never too late to read this: here, in black and white, is what every breach of the rules will cost you.
| Overstay of 2 to 59 minutes | + 1 hour charged |
| Overstay of 1 hr to 23 hrs 59 | + 24 hours charged |
| Leaving rubbish behind on departure | €50 flat-rate fine |
| Unauthorised electrical hook-up | Immediate disconnection |
| Dumping bulky waste | Immediate eviction + prosecution |
| Disturbances, disrespect, dangerous animal | Eviction without refund |
What your entry means
Final clause
- Good to knowAny breach of these rules may lead to eviction or prosecution, in accordance with the law.
- Good to knowEntering the site implies full acceptance of these rules.
📌 A note from the management
Your safety and comfort are our priorities. The Sainte-Marie-la-Mer team thanks you for your trust: enjoy the peace and quiet, the sea and the Catalan warmth — here, you are on camera, looked after and safe.
Enjoy your stay, and welcome home! 💙
The beach, 900 metresaway. Right there.
Step out of the van. Slip on your sandals. Ten minutes' walk later, your feet touch the sand of the Mediterranean. It's as simple as that.
✨ Fewer than 5% of French motorhome sites are within 1 km of the sea. You're in the right place.
🌊 The beach in figures today
The paradise for bike rides starts here
Over 30 km of cycle paths and greenways directly accessible from the site, without getting back in your motorhome. From your pitch, set off and ride between beach, harbour, nature and Catalan villages at your own pace.
Plane-tree avenue
Reach Perpignan easily along a pleasant avenue lined with plane trees and enjoy a cooler ride on sunny days.
Coast towards Canet
Following the coastline southwards, discover Canet-en-Roussillon, its harbour, its beaches and the lagoon with its typical landscapes between sea and nature.
Adventure to Leucate
Heading north, push the adventure on to Leucate for a gourmet break and to savour the famous local oysters by the water.
Here, the journey doesn't begin at the wheel: it begins the moment you step off your pitch.
Welcome to our beautiful region of the Pyrénées-Orientales, between the Mediterranean, nature and the good life. 🚐✨
Blue Mediterranean, mindful travelling
A seaside aire is a place of freedom, but also a place to protect. Even on holiday, a few simple gestures can have a real impact on our environment… and sometimes on your wallet too.
Enjoy without wasting
Water and energy are precious, especially near the Mediterranean coast. Here, everyone uses only what they need.
Consumption that adapts to you
Each pitch has its own charging point. You activate your socket, manage your consumption and only pay for what you actually use.
Travel lighter
Consuming just enough isn't going without: it's avoiding the unnecessary, preserving resources and fully enjoying the essentials.
One gesture multiplied by thousands of travellers
When an aire welcomes travellers all year round, small habits can make a big difference.
"Nature already puts on the show: it's simply up to us to take care of it."
— The team at the Sainte-Marie-la-Mer motorhome aire