If you are looking to caravan or camp outside of the UK, then caravan parks in France are the perfect choice.

With lots of 4 star and 5 star caravan parks in France you are assured of find superb accommodation including static caravans, mobile homes, holiday lodges, chalets and camping.

What's more the facilities on the caravan parks in France mean that they are perfect for active holidays, a comfortable base to explore the area or the perfect place to chill out.

La Pergola at Lac de Chalain

Caravan parks in Jura

This award winning park is situated on the shoreline of the Lac de Chalain and is a great place to explore the lakes and mountains of this wonderful area. Lac de Chalain has a superb family atmosphere with a good range of facilities including a superb pool complex with sunbathing area and a flower decked bar and restaurant terrace. In high season the site becomes very lively, with plenty of organised entertainment. There's also a lakeside beach where you can swim, canoe and windsurf. The area is great for walkers, with rolling countryside and cascading waterfalls just waiting to be discovered. The Jura is a wonderful region for exploring; the Herisson Waterfalls make for a spectacular day out, while the French Alps are also close by.

Lacs du Verdon at Regusse

Caravan parks in Riviera

Les Lacs du Verdon is a Provencal holiday park that is perfect for an activty family holiday. This is a large parc situated in a 225 acre park of oak trees and fragrant scrubland. Close by are the Gorges du Verdon which are one of the deepest and most beautiful river valleys in Europe with a sparkling bright green lake. In the local Provence area there is so much to keep you entertained including walking, climbing, rafting and mountain biking. At the holiday park itself you will find a water park with slides, a heated swimming pool and a toddlers paddling pool. On site amenities include a snack bar, restaurant, cake shop and takeaway.

La Carabasse at Vias Plage

Caravan parks in Languedoc

There really is so much to do in and around La Carabasse. There's a giant pool on park, the Med and the resort of Vias Plage are close by and the great thing is everything is accessible by foot. Vias Plage has everything from bars and restaurants to discos, shops and even a fun fair. Stretch your legs a little further and you'll arrive at places like the old town of Vias and the beautiful Canal du Midi.

Yelloh Village les Tournels at St Tropez

Caravan parks in Cote d'Azur

This family-run site is an ideal base for exploring the local area and has all the facilities you need at the end of a day's sightseeing. The terraced pitches are partially shaded from the hot sun by mature trees, with some offering stunning views over the bay and surrounding vineyards. Relax on the terrace of the huge pool area and take in the views, whilst the children enjoy splashing about in the water, or in the indoor swimming pool. The programme of entertainment includes lively comedy and cabaret shows (four nights a week) in the amphitheatre.

Camping le Coteau de la Maine at Montagnac-Montpezat

Caravan parks in Provence

Located in an area of outstanding beauty, 500m above sea level, Camping Le Coteau de la Marine is a wonderful spot for a relaxing holiday in nature. The relaxing atmosphere, beautiful scenery and gentle scent of the nearby lavender fields combine for a fantastic holiday to please all of your senses. On site, the excellent facilities will keep the whole family entertained. The pool is the focal point of the campsite where kids can enjoy the paddling pool or you can cool off in the stunning green surroundings of the main pool. The location is fantastic for those that want to get out and explore. Close by are the fantastic Gorges du Verdon- often referred to as one of the most beautiful canyons in Europe. The striking turquoise green water is mesmerising. Here, you can hire boats and canoes to take to the waters and enjoy the stunning surroundings.

Sylvamar at Labenne Ocean

Caravan parks in Gascony

The facilities on this park are second to none, especially the superb aquatic area with its three pools, lazy river and triple water slide. There is a new water park planned, including indoor children's pool, spa, jacuzzi and Turkish bath. Close by you can learn to surf and body board in the spectacular Atlantic waves. There are dozens of activities for kids of all ages, as well as entertainment, centred around the bar-restaurant every night in high season, with the promise that all will be quiet after midnight and the park owner is keen for all rules to be respected for the benefit and comfort of all guests. Beyond the park, Labenne offers endless forest roads and cycle paths; while the town itself has a splendid outdoor market, two petting zoos, as well as the lovely Marais d'Orx nature park.

Saint Avit Loisirs at Le Bugue

Caravan parks in Dordogne

Set in beautiful woodland with fabulous views of the Dordogne countryside, St Avit Loisirs is one of the premier parks in the region and holds 5 red tents from the Michelin guide. The buildings are of beautiful honey-coloured stone where you'll find a shop, bar with a large terrace overlooking the pool and a restaurant serving local specialities. The modern facilities include a swimming pool complex, tropical-style indoor pool, crazy river and jacuzzi. The sports facilities are outstanding including recently built golf driving range and putting green, plus quad biking, tennis, football and gym amongst others. Six kilometres away is the busy town of Le Bugue.

Camping Interlude at Ile de Re

Caravan parks in Royan

Camping Interlude is a pleasant and relaxing campsite, with sandy pitches under cooling shady pines. This is a superb location for young families, with a glorious beach right on your doorstep. You will find mile upon mile of gently shelving shore that is ideal for swimming, windsurfing or for family beach games and picnics. Back on site, there is a combined indoor/outdoor pool close to the modern restaurant and bar area. You can limber up in the gymnasium or relax in the sauna at the brand new beauty centre. The Ile de Re is very flat and there are a variety of interesting cycle tracks to enjoy (bicycles can be hired on site). This idyllic island is the perfect place to slowly unwind and relax.

Hippocampe at Argeles-sur-Mer

Caravan parks in Languedoc

If you are looking for a fun packed holiday then Camping Hippocampe has all the right ingredients. At Argeles-sur-Mer, which is just a mile away, you have a long sandy beach. The park has a superb heated swimming pool with waterchute and waterslides, you also have access to the wide range of sports facilities, children's clubs and evening entertainment at La Sirene, its larger sister site across the road.

Chateau de Drancourt at St Valery

Caravan parks in Picardy

Ideally placed for the Channel ports, this 'Castels' park enjoys a picturesque location in the gardens of Chateau de Drancourt, with many facilities that make it ideal for a great family holiday. Children will love the play areas and the three pools, one of which is covered, while the golf range is popular with absolutely everyone. There are also some beautifully converted stables, which provide a focal point for many other activities. The owners have created a great family atmosphere too, which you can sample at the cosy restaurant, in the bar of the main Chateau, or at the lively karaoke nights held in high summer. The local area offers a wealth of day trips too, with the medieval port of St. Valery just a few kilometres away.

La Yole at St Jean Plage

Caravan parks in Vendee

Offering an array of swimming pools that includes an indoor pool, waterslide, paddling pool and spacious play area, this is very much a park for families. The park owners are very proud of their park and are keen for park regulations to be respected. Just a little way from the coast road, La Yole also offers you a beautiful beach nearby and two super resorts just down the road. Out and about, you'll find chic St. Jean de Monts just up the coast which offers a nice change of pace. There's a lovely air of relaxation about this part of the Vendee too, with its myriad of cosy cafes and seaside stalls selling local wine and produce. And should you just want to explore, you'll find that the whole area is covered with fragrant pine forests.

L'Ardechois at Vallon Pont D'Arc

Caravan parks in Ardeche

L'Ardechois is a superbly well equipped park situated alongside one of the loveliest stretches of the Ardeche River. This makes it a perfect spot for swimming and canoeing, not to mention the excursions through the magnificent gorges that are such a popular part of the park's activities. Within the park itself, the impressive range of facilities include an attractive pool complex and a poolside bar. To keep the whole family amused, the park entertainment organise sports and fun from mid June, including weekly discos which are held in the open air or the bar. You are also just a short walk from Vallon Pont d'Arc, which is something of a focal point for tourists in this fascinating region.

Chateau de Drancourt at St Valery

Caravan parks in Picardy

Being situated just three miles from St Valery and amidst the lush meadows of a private chateau; this Castels site has lovely spacious parklands. The owners have created a family atmosphere with some excellent facilities situated around the chateau include swimming pools surrounded by a sun terrace. Children will love the play areas and the three pools, one of which is covered, while the golf range is popular with absolutely everyone. For the active there are tennis, mountain bike hire and a golf driving range. The restaurant and cosy lounge bar are perfect places to spend the evening. There are many wide, sandy beaches along this stretch of coastline.

Le Port de Limeuil at Limeuil

Caravan parks in Dordogne

When you're seeking a really quiet and relaxing holiday, you'll find Le Port de Limeuil very much to your taste. It's a green and attractive little park, boasting countless trees and shrubs, as well as a swimming pool, children's pool and jacuzzi, not to mention lots of open space for children to play. Located at the meeting place of the Dordogne and Vezere rivers, it also gives you direct access to a riverside beach, where you can hire a canoe, swim or simply sunbathe the day away. The park affords lovely views of the surrounding countryside too, thanks to its setting in the very heart of the Dordogne valley.

Le Moulin de Paulhiac at Daglan

Caravan parks in Dordogne

The facilities at this park are very modern, including a fabulous pool complex with three slides, covered pool, impeccable wash blocks and an excellent take-away and restaurant. Le Moulin de Paulhiac has a beautifully restored watermill that welcomes you at the entrance and is a rural park with large grassy pitches set amidst the dappled shade of walnut, oak and apple trees. The owners also organise activities in high season, which include popular canoe trips. This is the real heart of the Dordogne too, with rolling wooded hillsides, sleepy, honey-coloured villages, crumbling old farmhouses and castles galore to discover.

Cap Marine at Le Guilvinec

Caravan parks in Brittany

Residences Cap Marine lies in a natural, harmonious setting on the seafront with a sandy beach. Situated by the leading French fishing port, Le Guilvinec lives to the rhythm of its fishing activities all year round and a trip to see the animiated fish auctions at the end of each afternoon is well worthwhile. Le Guilvenic is also renowned for its culinary specialsts such as biscuits, crêpes, fish and shellfish, so there's plenty of reasons to go out and indulge in some local cusine. For any keen surfers this resort is the perfect location, with the beautiful fine sand beaches of the “Champions' Paradise”, the Pointe de la Torche: a major surfing centre only 10km away.

Chateau de l'Eperviere at Gigny-sur-Saone

Caravan parks in Burgundy

This park is ideal for both a stopover and longer stays, located just 16km from the A6 Autoroute du Soleil. Chateau de l'Eperviere is a rewarding place to stay with its excellent facilities including a delightful restaurant in the chateau and a wonderful pool complex; with indoor and outdoor pools as well as a jacuzzi and sauna. Set in the grounds of a partly restored 16th century chateau, this is an attractively laid out park with plenty of open space for children to play in, mature woodlands to explore and good sized pitches.

Yelloh Village le Littoral at Les Sables-d'Olonne

Caravan parks in Vendee

The campsite is situated next to a grassy headland with rock pools and coastal paths to explore. The facilities on site are superb and include a fantastic pool complex, which offers an outdoor pool with a large sun terrace, waterslides and jacuzzi, as well as a heated indoor pool. In high season families can enjoy a good programme of lively entertainment in the campsite bar or take one of the excursions to local attractions, such as the picturesque port of Pornic and the island nature reserve of Ile de Re. Please note that some noise from a nearby road may be heard from some of the pitches.

Parc des Alicourts at Pierrefitte

Caravan parks in Loire Valley

Alicourts is a family run site that is perfect if you are looking for a holiday that is a little off the beaten track. Located just outside the sleepy village of Pierrefitte this park has some great facilities and you will find lots of organised activities to keep the children amused. There is an imaginative adventure play area which is conveniently overlooked by the bar terrace and an excellent pool complex with waterslides. Swimming in the large lake is allowed or if you want something more leisurely then you can hire a pedalo. You can also relax on the sandy lakeside beach and you will find that the beach bar has some outstanding views across the lake and pool complex. On the park there is also a good restaurant, a 9 hole golf course and a Balneo therapy wellness centre, including sauna, massage, Turkish bath and hydro-massage.

La Plage at La Trinite Sur Mer

Caravan parks in Brittany

La Plage is a most pretty park, with direct accessto the beach. It is neatly divided by trees and hedges and set amidst the well-kept gardens of an old Breton farmhouse. It boasts a popular, small swimming pool with waterslide, it's also just a short walk from a shop, take-away and bar/restaurant with lovely sea views. All sorts of activities are organised for children in high summer and older ones can also join in the fun at occasional concerts in the bar. Beyond the park, La Trinite-sur-Mer, originally a small fishing port, is now an important centre for the yachting fraternity and also has a popular market.