it’s summer, and Ludovic Boiteux, director of Île de la Comtesse campsite, is on full alert. With all 110 pitches fully booked, he’s ready for anything to keep the campsite’s quality label intact. Ludovic has a deep personal connection to this place—his parents, former farmers, took over the campsite in 2007, and he grew up here with his siblings. So when it came up for sale, he was the first to step in.

Meet Christophe, 49, Catherine, 48, and their 13-year-old daughter Élia—returning visitors for 10 years, spending 15 days here every summer. Lionel, 53, and Ingrid, 46, consider the campsite the ultimate summer gathering spot, bringing their children, partners, and grandchildren together year after year.

And then there’s Mathieu, 38, and Nathalie, 34. Adventure is in their blood—this year, Mathieu is taking on the famous cycling route that loops around the campsite, pushing the limits of summer fun.