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.

Sylvamar at Labenne Ocean

Caravan parks in Gascony

Le Sylvamar has a huge pool complex including 2 heated pools, lagoon, lazy river with buoys and a 3 lane water slide; there is something for all the family. The children's club offers entertainment for 5-7 and 8-12 year olds but if this is not for your children there are plenty of other facilities available including games room; tennis; football; multi sports area plus many more. In the evening the whole family can enjoy the organised entertainment or a meal in the park's restaurant or pizzeria. Sightseeing in Biarritz; Bayonne or St Jean de Luz a delightful authentic fishing village could not be easier but if you want to go further afield St Pied de Port in the Pyrenees is 50 miles for the site.

Yelloh Village la Petite Camargue at Aigues-Mortes

Caravan parks in Languedoc

While the site is quiet in low season, this is a lively site in July and August that makes a great location for a family holiday. There are excellent facilities for the whole family here, including a large swimming pool (complete with shallow area for toddlers), plus a range of activities, including horse riding, bike hire and tennis. The pitches are partially shaded by tall trees, relax here with a good book, or enjoy a cooling drink at the bar terrace which overlooks the pool. As evening falls, enjoy a delicious meal at the restaurant before watching the organised entertainment. Teenagers especially will enjoy the nightly disco.

Le Val de Durance at Cadenet

Caravan parks in Riviera

Le Val de Durance is situated in the relaxing surroundings of the Luberon National Park in Provence. There is plent of countryisde for you to explore on this 9 acre site of lush woodland and private lake with a supervised sandy beach. The holiday park has a great pool complex with a new twisting water slide to the larger swimming pool and paddling pool. Le Val de Durance is a friendly park with childrens facilities such as a games room and playground with other useful amenities including a small shop and snack bar/ takeaway. For those looking for an active holiday, beyond the park there is lots of great cycling and hiking routes in the Natural Park.

Camping du Jard at La Tranche sur Mer

Caravan parks in Vendee

Camping du Jard is a friendly, well kept site located in a large woodland park just 700m from a gorgeous white sandy beach. The pool area is at the heart of the campsite with activities taking place here during the day. Although the Vend?e is well known for having fantastic weather, there?s a heated indoor pool and jacuzzi onsite, so whatever the weather you?re guaranteed a swim. Off site there are lots to keep you active ? the area is the premier destination in Europe for surfboarding. The area is popular with cyclists and hikers and there are lots of picturesque trails that take you through the local area where you can enjoy beaches and woodland parks.

Le Sables du Midi at Valras Plage

Caravan parks in Languedoc

Enjoying some of the best weather in France, the site is idyllically situated on the Mediterranean coast surrounded by vineyards. The location of this park is second to none and makes Les Sables du Midi great for your family holiday. If ever there was a place to don your beret and polish up your petanque skills then Les Sables du Midi is the place to be.

Domaine d'Anghione at Castellaire di Casinca

Caravan parks in Corsica

Located on the north east coast of the French island of Corsica, Camping Domaine d?Anghione is a lovely site for an active family holiday. The large campsite with sunny emplacements provides the perfect spot to relax and soak up the Mediterranean sunshine. For those holidaymakers that love the water, this campsite will not disappoint with its lovely outdoor pool, children?s pool and direct access to a sandy beach. While away an afternoon on the beach with a good book, or join in with a volleyball game. If you work up a sweat then the cool blue waters will be perfect for cooling off in. As the day draws to a close, round your day off with a delicious meal at the onsite restaurant. Why not try a traditional Coriscan dish?

Camping le Neptune at Argeles

Caravan parks in Languedoc

At the heart of the Languedoc-Roussillon, Le Neptune is only a short stroll away from the well-known resort of Arg?les-Plage. The campsite is small but with everything that you could need for a fantastic holiday in beautiful surroundings. The pretty pool complex is ta great spot for relaxing on the sun terrace, enjoying a dip or whizzing down the waterslide. To keep everyone active, the campsite organises many activities for the whole family and offers a mini-club for children as well as sports activities such as football and basketball. Close to the campsite you can also enjoy horse-riding and water sports. To make the most of the beautiful surroundings, why not hire a bike and explore?

Val d'Europe at Paris

Caravan parks in Paris

Place the world's most romantic capital city, Paris, just half an hour away and the world's most famous mouse, Mickey, and the rest of his friends at Disneyland Resort Paris even closer. You'd expect a resort this close to the French capital to have class, you will not be disappointed. That's because, at Val d'Europe, you can escape the throbbing heart of the city at your leisure. Shop along the Champs Elysees all day then, when you're tired of Paris, escape the crowds and, in just over 45 minutes you could be catching the shuttle bus from your residence to enjoy a white knuckle ride in the Magic Kingdom.

Camping les Granges at Grolejac

Caravan parks in Dordogne

The oak beamed bar and excellent restaurant at Camping les Granges is housed in old ivy clad buildings; in total contrast to the superb modern pool complex with its swimming pools and three water chutes. The bar terrace, overlooking the pool, is an ideal spot for listening to live music in high season and for sipping one of the delicious cocktails on offer. The active can hire a bicycle or put on their boots to explore the many walking and cycling routes.

Camping la Garangeoire at St Julien

Caravan parks in Vendee

At Camping la Garangeoire nestled in the woodland are very spacious, grassy pitches which have some shade and offer privacy. The quiet surroundings of the on site lake are ideal for a spot of boating or fishing. There is plenty here to keep the children happy too, a great pool complex with waterslides, a playroom and archery to name a few. Evenings here are spent at the convivial bar and restaurant, housed in the outbuildings of the chateau, some entertainment is on offer in high season.

Le Soleil at Argeles-sur-Mer

Caravan parks in Languedoc

With a great position with direct access to the beach, Le Soleil is perfect for a family holiday. The parks main attraction is the impressive Californian-style swimming pool complex which is surrounded by attractive sun terraces. Every night in high season the parks own nightclub opens for the over 15s, while more formal entertainment takes place in the bar. In low season, however, the park has a more tranquil air, making it a popular choice with young families. There are mature trees to provide welcome shade from the hot sun, a supermarket and a restaurant offering high quality cuisine and a take-away is available throughout the season to ensure your every need is catered for. The wide range of organised activities in high season includes scuba diving lessons, making the site an ideal choice for water sports enthusiasts and families with teenagers. In the evening you can dine at the excellent restaurant or relax at the bar. Le Soleil is just north of the very lively holiday resort of Argeles.

La Vallee at Houlgate

Caravan parks in Normandy

One of the premier parks in Normandy, La Vallee enjoys a glorious rural setting not far from a sandy beach and the seaside town of Houlgate. This park is scattered with flowering hedges and fruit trees, with some of the excellent facilities housed in a beautifully converted Norman building and a wealth of activities to keep children occupied. There are superb pools, one of which has a retractable roof, waterslide, well-equipped play area, and even park entertainment who arrange a wide variety of activities for the whole family, including discos in the games room and Karaoke nights. The parc managers are very proud of their park and are keen for regulations to be respected; all in all, this is a superb family park.

Les Deux Fontaines at Raguenes

Caravan parks in Brittany

Perhaps the most notable things about this excellent modern park are its large, spacious pitches, some of which are surrounded by hedges to offer privacy. The pool complex features both a water chute and a four lane waterslide, with a new covered pool planned for 2010. If you're feeling more energetic, you can try a game of tennis, volleyball or even basketball, and in high summer the park owners organise evening entertainment in the bar, which overlooks the newly extended pool. Beyond the park, a short stroll along a shady track brings you to a safe, sandy beach and should you feel the urge to explore further, the coastline has many sandy inlets and tiny harbours to discover. You could also make the short drive to the village of Nevez, with its small selection of shops and bars.

Colombier at Frejus

Caravan parks in Cote d'Azur

Colombier is a stylish site on the seductive south coast of France. A four star resort with a huge pool complex, waterslides is the centrepiece of a sparkling set of leisure facilities. The park has a full range of sports to explore by day including Les Milles, a very high quality fitness programme. There is also a busy entertainment programme to enjoy by night. If you're looking for even more distractions, the delightful beach of Frejus/Saint Raphael is just 4km away. Due to its location, some road noise can be heard around the site. The site also has a fantastic fitness centre, offering a selection of programmes, run by Les Milles.

Dormaine de Chalain at Lac de Chalain

Caravan parks in Jura

Ideally situated on the banks of a fabulous natural lake and surrounded by the foothills of the Jura; Domaine de Chalain is a quite spectacular park. It features a fantastic pool complex with waterslides, children's pool, jacuzzi and heated indoor pool. A wide range of sporting activities are available, although some may not be available until July. You have free access to the pool however there is a credit system in operation, please ask at time of booking. The adjoining lakeside beach is a great place to soak up the sun, but you can also fish, swim, or hire a pedalo or canoe. There are also many beautiful walks and gorgeous wine villages to be explored and the many attractions of Switzerland are within easy reach.

Camping Chateau de Boisson at St Ambroix

Caravan parks in Ardeche

The facilities on this small site are housed in the buildings and courtyard of the old chateau. There is a swimming pool with waterslide and paddling pool, plus a heated indoor pool, as well as tennis courts and a sports area for those feeling more active. The delightful restaurant is popular with both tourists and locals alike. There is an attractive terrace perfect for al fresco dining, while the enthusiastic staff put on an entertainment programme in high season, including discos, quizzes and cabaret evenings.

La Chapelle at Argeles Plage

Caravan parks in Languedoc

Situated just 50m from the bustling resort of Argeles, La Chapelle is only 200m from a long sandy beach. The pitches on the park are large and grassy and are situated to the rear of the site with mature trees providing some shade on the majority of pitches. The pool complex is a great place to meet other holidaymakers or simply top up your tan and relax with a good book. For changes of scene why not visit Perpignan, the nearest city to the park, or if you want to travel a little further, Barcelona is also within reach for a day trip.

Domaine de Litteau at Litteau

Caravan parks in Normandy

The tranquil feel of this area will suit families and couples looking for a quieter holiday - it's particularly good for families with toddlers as the park itself is quiet and safe. Plus, Normandy is simple to reach from the UK.  Hope on the fast craft from Portsmouth and you can reach the park from Caen in around 45 minutes - hardly enough time to ask are we there yet?

Le Lac des Reves at Lattes

Caravan parks in Languedoc

If it is relaxation and a mental recharge that you are after, then this sun-basked rustic location is a must-visit destination. The pace of life slows down at Le Lac des Rêves, and it's impossible not to wind down with it. The park has real character and feels at one with nature, and will leave you refreshed and ready to face the world.

Moliets 4 Sun at Moliets et Maa

Caravan parks in Gascony

The holiday village at Moliets has to be one of your first choices if you're looking for an active family holiday set in tranquil surroundings. At the forest's edge is Moliets-Plage, the 3km wide beach resort, developed sensitively, and with great charm. Moliets is a secluded little place, sheltered by the Landes pine forest, a perfect place for a stroll. The region is just one huge, open-air deli with its foie gras, conserves and pates. There are four swimming pools, an array of sports to try, and all surrounded by the enchanting, forested coastline of southwest France.