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 Cote de Nacre at St Aubin-sur-Mer

Caravan parks in Normandy

A family-run site on the outskirts of the resort of St Aubin-sur-Mer. The nearest beach is 500m away and the flat countryside makes this area ideal for exploring by bike. With mordern and well maintained facilities, La Cote de Nacre has a pleasant, relaxing atmosphere. The pool complex has a covered pool, overlooked by the bar, with waterchute and waterslides that children are sure to enjoy. The park hosts family entertainment and outdoor discos during the high season.

La Grande Metairie at Carnac

Caravan parks in Brittany

This campsite is set in the beautiful parklands of an old Breton Manor just a few miles from the coast, putting numerous splendid beaches and other attractions within easy reach. The parks fantastic pool complex with its lazy river, waterslides and indoor pool that first catches your eye at La Grande Matairie. But there's so much more to do here than just splash about. There's a wide range of first class amenities available throughout the season, together with activities for children of all ages, including evening entertainment that range from Breton soirees to barbecues.

L'Etang de la Breche at Saumur

Caravan parks in Loire Valley

The first thing that will strike you about this superb parc is the wonderful space and openness of the grounds. There are simply acres and acres for you to relax in and for the children to run off their spare energy. The facilities are excellent, including an impressive pool complex with waterslides and a separate toddler pool. The family proprietors are your hosts in the attractive bar and restaurant, and their personal approach is much in evidence throughout. The location is ideal for exploring, with l'Etang de la Breche nearby as well as many outstanding chateaux.

Le Soleil at Argeles-sur-Mer

Caravan parks in Languedoc

With its enviable position right next to a superb sandy beach, Le Soleil is a great choice for a family holiday. The central feature of the park itself is the impressive 'Californian style' swimming complex, which also benefits from sunbathing terraces and a shallow area of the pool for young children. Every night in high season the park's 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.

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.

Domaine de La Noguiere at Le Muy

Caravan parks in Cote d'Azur

Domaine de la Noguiere is set in the foothills of the Massif des Maures. This is a popular park with a good range of facilities, within easy striking distance of some of the south coast's most delightful resorts. A good sized pool, water slides and sports

Cala Gogo at St Cyprien

Caravan parks in Languedoc

A pleasant French atmosphere awaits you at the Cala Gogo park. It is a spacious park which is ideal for a lively family holiday. The site has an attractive swimming pool complex which can even accommodate scuba-diving lessons in high season. For older children there is a games room on site and a regular disco. You can relax at the bar and eat in the excellent restaurant in the evenings. Cala Gogo is just 1.5 kilometres from St Cyprien and 26 kilometres south of Perpignan.

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.

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.

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.

Les Sablons at Portiragnes Plage

Caravan parks in Languedoc

Families are more than catered for at Les Sablons, there is something for everyone. The amazing swimming pool complex has 2 outdoor pools; waterslides galore; children's splash pool and a jacuzzi. If they are not into swimming then the 3 playgrounds; tennis; table tennis or archery may be for them. If all that fails to impress there is a site run children's club for 5-10 years during July and August. If you prefer to leave the park the sandy beach is only 200 metres with pedalos and water sports available. Shops and cafes in Portiragnes Plage are a short walk from the park. There is an on site restaurant and take away as well as organised evening entertainment. Sigean Safari Park is 25 miles away if you fancy something different. The vibrant town of Montpellier with shops, art and museums is 45 miles.

Camping Lou Pignada Ondres at Ondres-Plage

Caravan parks in Aquitane

This simple, yet charming campsite is perfect for a relaxing holiday in the heart of the beautiful pine groves of the south west of France. The campsite has an authentic French feel so be sure to try your hand at a game of boules. The site has everything that you need for a relaxing holiday but it?s the surrounding area that really is something special. The area around the campsite is perfect for cyclists. The V?lodyss?e ? a 1200km cycle route covers the west coast of France from Roscoff to Hendaye in Spain and most of the route takes you alongside the water where you can enjoy gorgeous views. If you would prefer to sit back and relax then the free shuttle to the beach during July and August will take you to to Ondres-Plage, a stunning white sandy beach where you can take a refreshing dip in the Atlantic. To get some adrenalin going there are plenty of watersports to take part in here too ? why not try surfing, windsurfing or waterskiing?

Esterel at St Raphael

Caravan parks in Cote d'Azur

Esterel is the place for sun and fun with an outdoor pool complex and indoor kids play pool to keep the young ones out of the heat of the sun. The children's club caters for 4-12 years during July and August and toddlers have their own playground. Older children can enjoy squash, archery and even use the skateboard park (protective clothing and pads must be worn). Fitness classes; aqua aerobics; bike hire, horse riding and various sports tournaments means there is never a dull moment while you are on holiday. After all that activity you might want to enjoy a local speciality in the park's Bali restaurant and then sit back and enjoy the onsite entertainment program. Near by are the sandy coves of Antheor or further away you can visit Cannes or St Tropez.

Camping l'Oceano d'Or at Jard-sur-Mer

Caravan parks in Vendee

Set in unspoilt countryside, this attractive, well kept campsite has grassy pitches bordered by low hedges and small trees providing some privacy. The large swimming pool complex has a spacious sun terrace overlooked by the bar, with two fun waterslides and a heated children's pool. There are plenty of sporting activities to suit all ages, including tennis, basketball, football and bike hire. In high season the campsite organise a lively entertainment programme including live music and discos. The closest beach is at Jard-sur-Mer where you can also find a good selection of shops, restaurants and water sports in high season.

La Ferme de la Serraz at Lake Annecy

Caravan parks in Alps

La Ferme de la Serraz, close to sparkling Lake Annecy in the French Alps, is a delightful and relaxed site. Ideally located for exploring this spectacular area, this green site is surrounded by superb mountain scenery. Soak up the stunning panoramic views from the terrace of the two swimming pools (one just for toddlers), or simply relax on your grassy pitch. There is a children's playground plus TV and games room, as well as a snack bar (high season only). This is a friendly, family run site that makes an ideal base for young families as well as keen walkers and outdoor sports enthusiasts. A lakeside beach is just under a mile from site, with swimming, boat trips and a wide choice of water sports available.

La Ferme de la Serraz at Annecy Doussard

Caravan parks in Alps

La Serraz combines a beautiful alpine setting with a friendly atmosphere that is ideal for young families. Spend your days relaxing at the park’s pools which offer spectacular views, or get out and about in the local area. Walkers and cyclists will enjoy exploring the mountains surrounding the park, whilst water lovers can take part in the numerous watersports available on Lake Annecy, just 1.5 km away.

L'Etang de la Breche at Saumur

Caravan parks in Loire Valley

Just five miles from the market town of Saumur, the most striking thing about this park is the wonderful space and openness of the grounds. There are acres of space for you to relax in and for the children to explore. The site is extremely well maintained by the owners, including an impressive pool complex with waterslides and a separate pool for youngsters and a superb play area. The park has an attractive bar and restaurant. Situated in the Loire, the location is ideal for exploring the many outstanding chateaux.

L'Atlantique at Beg Meil

Caravan parks in Brittany

L'Atlantique's centrepiece is undoubtedly the swimming pool complex, which has a new covered pool, jacuzzi and health and beauty centre in addition to large waterslides and spectacular pools. You will also be equally impressed by the authentic fishing boat in the play area and the ocean-themed mini golf. In peak season, the owners organise competitions, sports, evening entertainment and discos and they have also created some pitches bordered by hedges, as well as clean, modern toilet blocks. With a lovely beach right on its doorstep, l'Atlantique enjoys an idyllic setting too, ideal for families with children. The walk to the beach even takes you across a stream and through a nature reserve with all kinds of wildlife and you will also find plenty of places to dine nearby.

Domaine de la Rive at Biscarosse

Caravan parks in Gascony

La Rive is nestled amongst acres of the famous Landaise Forests on the shores of the Biscarosse Lake, four miles from the small town of Biscarosse. Apart from boasting one of the best lakeside beaches in the South West and being awarded the prestigious La Clef Verte award, the owner has created a superb water park that includes 4 slides, children's pool, covered pool, and Jacuzzi. Facilities are available for mooring customers' own boats. The whole family will enjoy the range of facilities from playgrounds and archery to the covered pool complex with waterslides, jacuzzi and toddler pools. The delightful bar and restaurant overlook a well equipped and spacious play area and the quaint town of Biscarosse with its bars, shops and nightlife only a short drive away. If you're bringing a boat, the small port will moor it for a small fee for the duration of your stay.

Ty Nadan at Arzano

Caravan parks in Brittany

Ty Nadan offers excellent facilities, not least of which are three outdoor pools, an indoor pool and spa with an impressive waterslide and twisting water chute. With an indoor complex for badminton and rock climbing this park is perfect for active families, with evening entertainment for everyone organised throughout the season. Its wooded parkland setting is ideal for exploring on foot or on horseback and more energetic activities such as river canoeing, sea kayaking and guided mountain bike tours are also available. Despite these varied activities it's still a relaxing setting. In fact, in early and late summer the park is especially suited to those wanting a quiet holiday with small children and having direct access to the sandy banks of the river Elle it really comes into it's own.