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.

Raguenes Plage at Raguenes Plage

Caravan parks in Brittany

This quiet park really is ideal for young families, with the choice of a family swimming pool or children's pool complete with its own mini water slide and water chute. There is also a small friendly bar, a shop and take-away to meet most needs. Discos and evening entertainment are occasionally organised in high summer, but this park isn't really for those seeking nightlife. Instead, why not take a short stroll through the cornfields to the quiet, secluded beach, or simply wander at will through the delightful local countryside.

Camping les Deux Fontaines at Raguenes

Caravan parks in Brittany

Tranquil surroundings and temperate conditions, combined with exciting play areas make this site a favourite for lively young children. The bar and broad sun terrace overlook the excellent pool complex, including a lagoon-style pool, paddling pool with a fun octopus fountain for toddlers, plus a spiralling water chute, four lane waterslide and a brand new indoor pool for 2010. The park owners organise sports events, treasure hunts, barbecues and lively calvados tasting evenings in high season, most of the daytime activity is on the beach.

Le Vieux Port at Messanges

Caravan parks in Gascony

Situated right on the Atlantic coast, and awarded the prestigious La Clef Verte award, Le Vieux Port enjoys direct access to a long, sandy beach, backed by sand dunes, which shelves steeply into the lively waves. There's also a splendid adventure playground, tennis, table tennis, and all sorts of games and sports events during the busy summer months, when the atmosphere is extremely lively. You'll find that the park's own grill restaurant makes the ideal place to eat too, when you're not at the weekly barbecue, or occasional disco held in high season. Delightful Bordeaux and bustling Bayonne are also both within easy reach by car.

Camping la Baie du Kernic at Plouescat

Caravan parks in Brittany

The campsite is easy to reach from both Ireland and the UK, with Roscoff port situated just 15 miles away. The site itself is perfect for enjoying a relaxing holiday in the beautiful surroundings of Northern Brittany. Onsite there are all the facilities that you need for an enjoyable holiday - a bar, a take-away and a place to get freshly-baked bread for breakfast. The heated, covered swimming pool is open all season long so whatever the weather you can enjoy a dip. The terrace around the pool has plenty of sunloungers if you fancy soaking up the summer sunshine. For those of you looking for a more active holiday, there are a few activities offered on site for the family to enjoy such as volleyball, football and table-tennis. A few miles away from the site you can also enjoy tennis, mini-golf and kayaking.

Cannes Villa Francia at Cannes

Caravan parks in Riviera

Its ideal location means that Cannes Villa Francia is perfect for Pimms by the pool and a good book. With the rattle and buzz of Cannes just a telephoto lens away, this is the place to head for those in search of lazy afternoons and unforgettable views over the Bay of Cannes. Eventually though, the lure of the sensual city is hard to resist. Especially when you witness the shops along the Rue Maynadier, the sexy yachts moored along Albert Edouard pier, and the people watching opportunities along the Croisette promenade.

Les Chateau des Marais at Chambord

Caravan parks in Loire Valley

With spacious grounds set in peaceful wooded surroundings, this is an ideal venue for families with young children. The park has excellent facilities including a great pool complex with waterslides, a lazy river, a covered pool and a spacious sun terrace. An indoor spa, jaccuzi and Turkish bath with massage are available. The restaurant, take-away and shop have all been built of local oak to blend in with the surroundings. Some noise may be heard from the nearby road. The site is a five minute walk from the village of Muides-sur-Loire.

La Vallee at Houlgate

Caravan parks in Normandy

Situated in Normandy, La Vallee has a glorious rural setting and is not far from a sandy beach and the Edwardian seaside town of Houlgate. This pretty park is scattered with flowering hedges and fruit trees, with some of the excellent facilities. At the heart of site is a beautifully converted Norman manor house in which you will find a bar that overlooks the pool complex. In addition to the pools, one with a new slide, and well-equipped play area, there is an the park entertainment team who arrange a wide variety of activities for the whole family, including discos in the games room and Karaoke nights. Please note that some train noise can be heard in some areas.

Chateau de Galinee at St Cast

Caravan parks in Brittany

Chateau de Galinee is a family run 'Castels' park offering well maintained modern facilities and a relaxed atmosphere. In addition to the play area there is acres of space for the children to run off their energy as well as a superb pool complex with water slides. St Cast is nearby and is a charming resort with a soft sandy beach perfect for soaking up the sun or strolling along the beautiful coastal walks. St Malo and Dinan are worth visiting and are within easy reach.

Dives-sur-Mer at Dives-sur-Mer

Caravan parks in Normandy

At the resort, you'll find a choice of indoor and outdoor pools and if you need a spot of pampering, The Thalazur Ouistreham thalassotherapy is close by. For the thrill seekers amongst you, there's always the Roule au Vent sand-yachting school in Cabourg.

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.

Camping La Place Fleurie at Vallon Pont d'Arc

Caravan parks in Ardeche

You would be hard pushed to find a more stunning location for a campsite than La Plage Fleurie. Nestled in a gorge on the banks of the River Ardeche this campsite is perfect for a relaxing holiday on the water or simply admiring the scenery. The sandy beach welcomes you to the gentle waters of the river that are perfect for splashing around in or taking a relaxing paddle in a canoe. If you?re looking for a an active holiday, then you?re in the right place. There?s a wide range of activities available on site and close to the campsite so you 'll be spoiled for choice. Onsite the new pool complex with its pools and waterslides is one of the highlights. Close to the campsite the activities on offer really help you to make the most of the gorgeous surroundings ? why not try canyoning, climbing, hiking or caving down the gorges?

Cannes Beach at Cannes

Caravan parks in Riviera

The town is an internationally renowned resort and jewel of the Cote d'Azur; and is perfect for lazing on the beach, enjoying a spot of shopping or just strolling by the stunning yachts in the port. If you'd like to explore further a field, excursions to numerous attractions in the area can be booked at the resort. Cannes Beach resort holds sports tournaments, including tennis and soccer, during the afternoons and offers a jacuzzi, hammam and sauna for total relaxation.

Les Rivages de Rochelongue at Cap d'Agde

Caravan parks in Languedoc

Agde is one of France's oldest towns and boasts 14km of beautiful fine sandy beaches, with scattered basalt cliffs and small rocky islands. Cap d'Agde is an ideal starting point for exploring the hinterland's rich cultural heritage, including its outstanding archaeological heritage where at the heart of the town is the impressive fortified Romanesque cathedral built of volcanic stone. The apartment is situated 50m from the sea front and is a lively resort with its own private swimming pool. Nearby are many cycle routes which are a perfect way to explore, as well as scuba diving and hiking trials.

Les Ecureuils at St Hilaire

Caravan parks in Vendee

An ideal choice for younger families, Les Ecureuils has a wide beach just across the road, where golden sands stretch for miles. An attractive, well kept park which is landscaped with trees, hedges and flowers. You will find a great outdoor pool complex with waterslide, as well as an indoor pool and a fountain - great fun for the children. The park runs entertainment during the high season in its bar including family discos. The site is not far from several shops including a supermarket, which is open from June onwards.

Camping du Golf at Barneville-Carteret

Caravan parks in Normandy

Camping du Golf is a beautiful, small site with spacious grassy emplacements, in a perfect location for exploring the area. With the beach and town just a short walk away, there is plenty to see and do. There are also great walking and cycling paths around the coast which deliver some spectacular views of the nearby Channel Islands. The whole family will enjoy the heated indoor pool and excellent entertainment on site, with sports competitions and discos held regularly by the animation team. In the evening, the friendly bar and restaurant make an excellent place for a family meal or relaxing drink.

La Baume at Frejus

Caravan parks in Cote d'Azur

Its excellent range of facilities has made La Baume one of the most popular parks on the French Riviera. You'd think that the magnificent pool complex with its four lane waterslide would be the unrivalled centrepiece of this lively park. However, in addition there is a completely separate and beautifully designed lagoon pool with its own slides. And there is also a covered pool on two levels, with slides, jacuzzi and steam room. The park's first class facilities also include two bars, restaurant and tennis courts, play area, take-away and fitness room. There are also plenty of lovely beaches nearby and come the evening you can choose between live entertainment or dancing the night away in the park's own disco. Please note that road noise can sometimes be heard on site.

La Bien Assise at Guines

Caravan parks in Picardy

Although it is a popular stopover on the way further South, La Bien Assise still has much to offer for a longer stay. Set in the parklands of graceful chateau, it makes a delightful setting for the spacious pitches of this small 'Castels' park. The park has excellent facilities that include a pleasant restaurant and a covered pool, with a waterslide for the children. This relatively undiscovered area offers you the best of both worlds too, a rural setting for getting away from it all, and a coastline that teems with sandy beaches and bustling resorts. The park also organises walks in the surrounding woods and water sports enthusiasts will love nearby Lac d'Ardres.

L'Oceano d'Or at Jard-sur-Mer

Caravan parks in Vendee

A well-kept park, L'Oceano is well situated in unspoilt countryside. There is plenty of family entertainment and live music in high season in the parks special amphitheatre. The owners have kept to the traditional Vendeen style with the park buildings have been built in traditional style. The spacious bar has a relaxed atmosphere. The grassy pitches are bordered with low hedgerows or small trees providing some privacy. The swimming pool complex has a water chute and waterslides, surrounded by spacious sun terraces.

Yelloh Village Le Club Farret at Vias Plage

Caravan parks in Languedoc

There are two parks within the Farret complex with plenty of organised entertainment in high season, close to the pool and kids playground. The new chill out pool has a feel of Bali and is perfect relaxation. Guests can also use facilities at Yelloh! Village Beach Club Farret.

Sol a Gogo at St Hilaire

Caravan parks in Vendee

The superb pool complex has a roman ruins theme and features exciting waterslides, as well as a covered pool and jacuzzi. In fact the pool area is ideal for everyone, whether you want a dip, a refreshing drink on the bar terrace alongside, or just the chance to relax in the endless sunshine. In high summer the park entertainers organise a range of family activities including regular discos in the bar. And then, of course, there's the wonderful beach which is reached by a private path from the park. There are also many fine day trips to choose from, with lively resorts such as St Hilaire and St Jean de Monts both just a few kilometres away.