About us
‘Vivrelayourte’ is a brand of Les Tentes d’Avalon, a collective of highly skilled and competent artisans. Our tents combine all the optimal qualities of a recreational, alternative and nomadic dwelling, just as one might imagine it.
Philosophy and Ethics: A Modern and Environmentally Friendly Home
The yurt, a traditionally rural dwelling, is perfectly suited to modern requirements while respecting the environment. Here’s how it embodies a philosophy of sustainable and ethical living.
Modern Comfort and Ecology
Contemporary Equipment
The yurt can be equipped with solar panels for electricity, a phytopurification system for water disposal, and offers a bright and easily heated space.
Adaptability
The interior can be structured into several living spaces, meeting family or individual needs.
Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Materials
We prioritise sustainable and eco-friendly materials without compromising on the technical and practical qualities required for optimal quality, such as our choice of a high-quality, durable and waterproof outer cover with UV and mould protection for better weather resistance.
Nomadic Experience and Back to Basics
The Charm of Nature
Spending a night in a yurt or teepee allows you to rediscover the simple pleasures of nature, such as the sound of rain, the breath of the wind, and the dance of flames.
Stargazing
In summer, the starry skies visible from the yurt offer a space for daydreaming and contemplation.
Awakening the Senses
The yurt allows you to reconnect with the essentials, by being attentive to the movements of insects and the surrounding smells.
Reflection on Habitat
The necessity of shelter
The importance of having shelter has been ingrained in us since the earliest humans. Today, modern habitats are often expensive and require loans.
Ethical Questions
Why do houses have to be so big and expensive?
Why become a slave to a loan in order to have a decent roof over your head?
The yurt offers a simpler and more economical alternative.
Legal considerations
Given that our customers are spread across many European territories, and that legislation varies greatly from one country to another, but also from one municipality to another, we do not provide any information here in terms of legislation.
We encourage our customers to take a proactive approach by seeking information locally and also from the many discussion groups and forums on this subject on the internet or from users associations.
Friends’ websites and pages
Le Mezo, event venue
An exceptional place to stay, surrounded by nature, nestled in the heart of the Golfe du Morbihan Regional Nature Park. Le Domaine le Mezo is a human, social, local and friendly adventure.
It is an experience to be enjoyed and relived, during stays, celebrations, good meals and moments of relaxation.
Avel Heol
AVEL HEOL, meaning wind and sun in Breton, is a brand specialising in the sale of solar equipment to individuals and professionals.
The AVEL HEOL online store offers comprehensive solutions for equipping all types of sites, whether they are autonomous, isolated or connected to the grid.
L’Écopot
Craft business specialising in the design, manufacture and distribution of dry toilets, composters and accessories, based in Couiza in the Haute Vallée de l’Aude (Southern France).
Maison Éco Distribution
Formerly Midi Eco Habitat, located on the border between Gard and Hérault, Maison Eco Distribution is a store that has specialised in the distribution of eco-friendly materials for home construction and renovation since 2006.
Association H.A.L.E.M.
The H.A.L.E.M. association (Habitant⋅es de Logements Éphémères ou Mobiles, or Residents of Temporary or Mobile Housing) fights for our local authorities to recognise their duty to respect structures built out of vital necessity, as well as other ways of occupying land. Their website contains the latest information on French legislation concerning lightweight housing.
Marco Vasco
It was part of their modernised imagination that prompted the two founders, Geoffroy de Becdelièvre and Mathieu Bouchara, to create the MARCO VASCO travel agency in 2007. Visionaries themselves, they succeeded in offering fully customisable trips via the Internet.
Camping Mandala
Nina & Yvan welcome you to their nature campsite in Haute Provence, at the foot of the Southern Alps at an altitude of 1,040 metres.
For a family holiday, a weekend with friends or a romantic getaway, you can choose between a comfortable chalet, a traditional Mongolian yurt or spacious pitches for your tent, motorhome or caravan. Located in the heart of Europe’s largest UNESCO Geopark, it is the starting point for many outdoor activities.
La Yourte, un autre monde
Located in the hills above Breitenbach and Le Hohwald, on the Champ du Feu massif, La Yourte offers you a concept from another world.
An idea of nature, freedom and escape.
In a mountain setting, at an altitude of 950 metres, La Yourte Un Autre Monde will enchant you with its surroundings!
Established in 2010, La Yourte is undergoing a transformation in summer 2025 with Les Yourtes un Autre Monde!
François Couplan
The leading authority on edible wild plants: François Couplan has been a pioneer in wild gastronomy and gentle survival since 1975. He sparked interest in wild cuisine among restaurateurs and the general public through his work with Marc Veyrat, the famous multi-Michelin-starred chef from Haute-Savoie.
Jacques Bourgarel
A storyteller and traveller, a wordsmith and composer, he has been touring France, overseas territories and French-speaking countries since 1999.
He has a vast repertoire of traditional tales from various countries, which he revisits in his own unique way. Music (guitar, sanzas) and singing often punctuate his stories.
Michel Chanteloup
Painter, calligrapher, illustrator, colourist, decorator… In 2005, Michel decided to make a living from his art. He organises calligraphy classes and workshops. His passion for ancient works of art led him to restore paintings and statues.
Mérite et Patience
Mérite et Patience is a retailer of ritual objects specialising in the manufacture of Tibetan and Hindu malas. It was founded in 2005 by Waël Stephan and Aline Thivolle, on Waël’s initiative, with the aim of living a life of meditation and supporting our family with an activity that is in line with our values and allows us to continue our practices.
Roule et Rêve
RouléRêve, a manufacturer of caravans, offers handmade, natural and eco-friendly wooden caravans for sale that can be adapted to different needs and desires: whether you want a road-approved caravan, a trailer caravan, a residential home, a guest room, a cottage, a workshop, etc.
Bonaventure & Co
The historical blog of Roulottes Bonaventure & Co, creation, manufacture and sale of traditional caravans, their furniture and accessories.
Arts et Métiers du Patrimoine
The association ‘Métiers du Patrimoine’ aims to promote the cultural development of ancient and modern art techniques, as well as training in these techniques through introductory courses, school visits and other activities, and to work towards the preservation of built heritage.
Éditions Émotion Primitive
Based in Aix-en-Provence, Les éditions Émotion Primitive publishes and distributes books on ancestral arts and techniques, particularly (but not exclusively) those related to the Middle Ages and medieval times.
Zéro déforestation
Zero Deforestation is a solidarity initiative for the legal restitution of indigenous lands and the conservation of primary forests in immediate danger of deforestation.
Thanks to your help, vast natural areas rich in biodiversity are being preserved from excessive exploitation, whether by logging, mining, oil extraction or agriculture.
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Frog Lake Yurts
Four luxury yurts, a swimming pool, a frog pond, a cosy barn with a lounge, games, library, dining table, covered terrace, and a vintage 1970s caravan for a cup of tea. A truly charming place with a touch of British style.
Maryse Gattegno
A musician since the age of 7, she has made her mark in live performance and original creations, gaining experience in a wide range of musical styles (jazz, Afro-Cuban music, improvised music and instant composition, world music) and artistic collaborations (theatre, film concerts, dance, musical readings and storytelling, photography).