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.

Le Rouret at Grospierres

Caravan parks in Ardeche

In the sublime southern Ardeche region, between Provence and the maze of deep valleys and soaring mountains that make up the Cevennes lies this wonderfully situated holiday resort, within 80 hectares of landscaped grounds overlooking the peaks of southern France. The climate here is warm, with sunny afternoons and mild evenings making for long, carefree summer days. The summits of the Cevennes are made up of a succession of natural plateaux, sometimes green like the Mont Aigoual or criss-crossed by lakes and rivers. The main square of your holiday village is where the fun is centred, with shops, bars and restaurants radiating outwards. At the foot of a striking terrace built of local stone there is an exhilarating complex of pools and waterchutes – there's even an artificial river - surrounded by your pastel coloured holiday villas. Inventive children's clubs and first rate sports facilities make this a hard place to leave.

International at Paris

Caravan parks in Paris

Based in the north west of Paris, Camping International is close to a local train station, just a twenty minute journey to the city centre and a direct journey to Disneyland Resort Paris. What's more Versailles is only 20 minutes away by car. This site is all about its location and as a result the facilities are quite basic but do include a shop and bar. The local town of Maisons Laffitte is walking distance and there you will find some good restaurants, a supermarket and local shops. Barges and trains can be heard on-site.

Bonne Anse Plage at La Palmyre

Caravan parks in Royan

Bonne Anse Plage is a lively park with something happening everyday in high season. Aqua aerobics in the pool in the morning to dance lessons in the afternoon will keep you occupied while the children's clubs will entertain the kids. The family orientated evening entertainment offers something for everyone with quizzes and shows put on by the entertainment staff. The Zoo at La Palmyre is worth a visit when you tire of the pool or near by beaches. Further a field Royan is a bustling city with a fantastic manmade beach

La Yole at St Jean Plage

Caravan parks in Vendee

La Yole is one of the most popular sites in the region. It is located just two miles from the beach of Les Mouettes in a restful setting and family atmosphere. There are a number of pools including an indoor pool, water-slide, paddling pool and play area - lots to entertain all the family. The restaurant, offers a varied menu, and pleasant bar overlook the swimming pools. Evening entertainment, held at the bar can get quite lively during high season and may be heard from some parts of the site.

Mar Estang at Canet Plage

Caravan parks in Languedoc

Mar Estang is close to the beach and is a favourite holiday destination. It certainly ticks all the right boxes, featuring a restaurant, gift shop and supermarket, enough to ensure you never have to wander too far. Add to this the parks fabulous leisure facilities that includes six swimming pools and waterslides and you're looking at somewhere very special indeed.

Ty Nadan at Arzano

Caravan parks in Brittany

A member of the 'Castels' group, 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 its own.

Omaha Beach at Port en Bessin

Caravan parks in Normandy

The Omaha Beach Golf Club, one of France's top courses, offers pleasures of a leisurely nature. The residence is just 5 km from Omaha beach and just 1km from the centre of Port-en-Bessin, a charming seaside development with a busy harbour and good cafes serving delicious local cheeses and pastries. This is a land overflowing in history. Just 8 km away is the dignified little town of Bayeux. The holiday park is a delight with three swimming pools on site and perfectly designed to fit effortlessly into the rolling Normandy landscape.

Le Val de Bonnal at Rougemont

Caravan parks in Jura

Set in beautiful countryside Le Val de Bonnal's is in the former estate of a chateau. A river runs by the site and there are 4 lakes which offer swimming, fishing and pedalos. You will find that the park offers an absolutely superb pool complex, complete with water slides. Golfers will be delighted with the facilities in the grounds of nearby Chateau de Bournel, while the whole family will welcome the efforts of the park entertainment who organise sporting events for children of all ages, discos for teenagers and lively evening fun for the whole family in high season. The magnificent Seigneurial Chateau lies just 8km away and the weekly organised trips are highly recommended.

Le Ranc Davaine at St Alban

Caravan parks in Ardeche

St. Alban is a lightly shaded park that enjoys a stunning setting and offers plenty to do for even the most active of families. There are two inviting swimming pools and a children's pool, with a covered pool complex, as well as tennis and mini-golf, plus activities like archery and horse riding in high season. Canoeing on the lovely River Chassezac close by is an added bonus. And at the end of the day, you can also relax over a drink in the pleasant bar. The park becomes lively in high season too, with a full programme of entertainment that includes cabarets and a disco. Out and about, you will find Barjac and Balazuc well worth a visit.

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 des Moulins at Couze-et-Saint-Front

Caravan parks in Dordogne

The accommodation is in a modern, light and airy mobile home with accommodation for up to 6 people. There are two bedrooms (one double, one twin) and a further double can be made up in the living area. In the months of July and August activities are organised on the site. There is a club bar with table football and pool table. Outside there are table tennis tables and an area for football/volleyball. There are a tennis court and a football pitch adjacent to the site.

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.

Yello Village Ilbarritz at Bidart

Caravan parks in Aquitane

Yelloh! Village Ilbarritz park offers Basque country ambience for families of all ages. With Biarritz on the doorstep boasting its surf chic and magnificent art deco casino, this is a great park for exploring the region. Yet with activities galore on park as befits the prestigious Yelloh Village camping chain, there's plenty to keep families amused back at base.

La Roche-Posay Vacances at La Roche-Posay

Caravan parks in Loire Valley

La Roche-Posay Vacances is a delightful campsite, north of Poitiers in the Vienne region of France. The site is set on the banks of the river Vienne where you can hire a canoe or a small fishing boat and take to the water. Active holidaymakers will not be disappointed with what?s on offer. You can swim or splash about in either the covered swimming pool or the open-air pool with integrated children?s pool and water slides. Or why not try out a sport in the activity area, which offers space for joggers, mountain bike trails and a football pitch? The playground will keep children happy, and further entertainment comes from activities organised during high season.

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.

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.

Airotel Pyrenees at Luz St Sauveur

Caravan parks in Alps

Enjoying surely the most dramatic location, Airotel Pyrenees is set in the very heart of the mountains and on the edge of a National Park, at the foot of some of the most spectacular Pyrenean passes. The park has three swimming pools and a sauna, and you'll also find a good choice of restaurants in nearby Luz St. Sauveur, which is an attractive mountain resort and spa town. Why not enjoy a relaxing drink with the stunning backdrop of the majestic Pyrenees behind you. Some road noise may be heard.

Dunes et Soleil at Marseillan-Plage

Caravan parks in Languedoc

In the sunny South of France, Dunes et Soleil's beachside location makes it a highly popular holiday park. The golden, sandy beach which can be directly accessed from the Park is perfect for lazy sunbathing and/or swimming in the sea. With the beach so close the park does not have a swimming pool but it does have a splash and paddling pool to keep younger children entertained. There is a relatively simple snack bar and takeaway on the park but with the lively town centre of Marseillan Plage a few minutes? walk away there are plenty of catering options close by.

Les Mediterranees Beach Garden at Marseillan Plage

Caravan parks in Languedoc

Les M?diterran?es ? Beach Garden is a first-class campsite set right on the Languedoc coast. This is an ideal retreat for families, with an excellent pool complex, plenty of on-site activities and direct access to the beach. Children will love the activities and entertainment available at the Beach Club, just five minutes from site. Once a week, a local market visits the site offering a good selection of local food and wine. Alongside the pool area you will find a large sun terrace and a modern restaurant, where delicious regional specialties are served (plus a fantastic selection of ice cream for dessert!) After your meal, relax in the lounge bar and enjoy some live music and entertainment. If you?re after a lie in, breakfast can be ordered from the restaurant and is delivered to your emplacement the next day.

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.