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.

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.

Camping Sen Yan at Mezos

Caravan parks in Aquitane

At the heart of the Landes forest in M?zos, Camping Sen Yan has been developed as a fun-filled lush tropical oasis. The fantastic pool complex will provide many hours of fun for the whole family. Little ones will love the colourful aqua play area. The man-made lake with sandy beach is the perfect spot for a relaxing afternoon. The facilities available on site are first-class and include a poolside bar and restaurant overlooking one of the pools. To keep everyone entertained, days on site are filled with activities for the whole family from sports to relaxation. In the evenings the site comes alive with the energetic shows delivered by a professional theatre troop.

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.

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.

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.

Interlude at Ile de Re

Caravan parks in Vendee

This park is the perfect place to relax, unwind and get away from it all. The pool complex has something for everyone including indoor and outdoor pool areas, as well as a shallow area for toddlers. A short walk from the park is a fantastic beach; the island is surrounded by brilliant beaches perfect for swimming and wind surfing. For those who want to explore there are many cycle paths around the island, or Ile de Re can be reached via a toll bridge. The park offers a wide range of facilities including an excellent gym; sauna and jacuzzi.

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.

Le Vieux Port at Messanges

Caravan parks in Gascony

The flamboyant cultures of Biarritz and Bayonne are easily reached by car, but for something closer the beach is within walking distance. The gigantic pool area has something for everyone with slides, Jacuzzis and an indoor heated pool as well as paddling pools for the younger ones. Children are catered for with organized activities throughout the day so mum and dad can take the time to relax by the pool or mobile home. For those more energetic the surfing capital of Europe, Hossegor, is only 15 miles away.

Mar Estang Camping Club at Canet Plage

Caravan parks in Languedoc

Mar Estang Camping Club is a large and lively campsite, set 100 metres from a beautiful sandy beach and close to the resort of Canet Plage. The facilities are modern and well kept and a real highlight of the site is the fantastic pool complex. Located at the heart of the site there are multiple pools, paddling pools for little ones and waterslides. If you prefer a calmer time at the pool then pull up a lounger and relax in the sunshine. The campsite runs a fun-filled entertainment programme to keep everyone from the youngest member of the family to the oldest entertained. In the evening enjoy a meal in one the restaurants or enjoy a drink in the bar before being treated to some great entertainment from the campsite animation team.

Normandy Garden at Branville

Caravan parks in Normandy

There's a generous swimming pool, sauna and jacuzzi complex housed in the glasshouse while, outside, a large pool is surrounded by perfect sunbathing territory. Your home here will either be a cosy cottage with a private terrace or roomy apartment, set within Branville's peaceful gardens, deep within the folds of Normandy's intoxicating countryside. Leave your estate and you'll have no shortage of memorable day trips ahead of you. To the coast you can experience the Belle Epoque resorts of Deauville and Houlgate, with their wide, clean beaches and elegant boulevards. Inland you'll discover bustling market towns and the water meadows and marshes of Beaumont en Auge.

Camping Mar l Sol at Toreilles Plage

Caravan parks in Languedoc

Camping Mar I Sol has a fantastic location on the sunny Mediterranean coastline with direct access to a golden sandy beach. This five-star site has everything that you need for a holiday in the sun. On site the pool complex is a real highlight with its multiple pools, waterslides and aqua play areas for little ones. The animations team on site make sure that no one feels left out with a huge variety of activities available during the day. In the evenings take a seat and be prepared to be entertained with the great onsite cabaret shows and themed evenings. If you really want to unwind then the adult-only spa should hit the spot. Here, you can enjoy a simple relaxing sauna or treat yourself with various treatments. The surrounding area is not only filled with stunning beaches but also with a lot of history and culture too. Perpignan and Collioure are both worth a visit to explore the historic streets.

Domaine de Dugny at Onzain

Caravan parks in Loire Valley

The park is situated between Blois and Amboise and provides a perfect base for exploring the many beautiful chateaux of the Loire Valley. The beautiful lake offers fishing, relaxing and pedalos; while the pool complex has fantastic slides as well heated children's area. Entertainment is catered for with the children's clubs during the day and evening shows including a monthly themed evening with meal and entertainment. With all the activities available on the park you will have a fun packed holiday at Domaine du Dugny.

De la Baie at La Trinite-sur-Mer

Caravan parks in Brittany

De la Baie is a relaxing site with a welcoming family atmosphere that is neatly laid out and very well looked after. It has a magical setting on a quiet wooded peninsula, beside a sweeping sandy beach backed by dunes and calm shallow waters, ideal for younger children. The park offers a wide range of organised children's activities, sports tournaments, bicycle tours and walks. It also features a lovely pool with some shade and a great waterslide. There is also an excellent bar, restaurant, and creperie, from which you can watch the children playing on the beach, or look out further to the bright sails of the windsurfers beyond. See it just once and you'll understand why Brittany's soft, sandy beaches are such a popular destination for families.

Les Restanques at Grimaud

Caravan parks in Riviera

Set in 25 acres of enclosed parkland, with mimosa trees and pine woods adding to your privacy. Les Restanques has wonderful panoramic views over the sea and the town of St Tropez. Just 3km from the Mediterranean beaches, this village is the ideal base to explore the innumerable charms of this part of the south of France. The park boasts an exceptional pool complex with waterslide and wave pool surrounded by grassy slopes and a manmade beach. The accommodation is of the highest standard and an unrivalled choice of activities for all the family is on offer. With St Tropez just a drive away, and walks to the Venetian-styled fishing village of Port Grimaud, it's hard to fault Les Restanques.

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.

Les Lacs du Verdon at Regusse

Caravan parks in Cote d'Azur

Les Lacs du Verdon is a stunning site in the Garrigue and close to the Verdon gorges. This delightful Provencal holiday village is surrounded by a huge park of oak trees. There are great facilities here for young and old including a swimming pool, tennis, and a gym. If you are curious and feel like exploring, you are in for a real treat - the Verdon Natural Park is right on the doorstep.

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.

Yelloh Village le Ranolien at Perros

Caravan parks in Brittany

Camping le Ranolien holds a stunning location on Brittanys pink granite coast, with amazing views out to sea. This is a beautifully landscaped site, with emplacements set amongst majestic pine trees and giant boulders. There is a lively atmosphere and plenty going on for the children with cabaret, cinema and teenage disco nights. Children will love the tropical-style pool complex with its multiple waterslides and fountains, overlooked by the bar terrace. In addition to the pool there is a luxury spa. An old Breton barn houses the popular restaurant and creperie which offers a tremendous choice of crepes and locally brewed cider. Take a walk along the Smugglers Path which runs for miles along the coast and offers superb views and beaches.

Le Clarys Plage at St Jean Plage

Caravan parks in Vendee

In a very popular family area, this excellent park is regarded as one of the best in the Vendee. It is located close to the beach, just a ten minute walk, and five miles south of the busy town of St Jean-de-Monts (which also has some great beaches). The focal point of this modern park is the swimming complex that has outdoor and indoor pools, heated pools, jacuzzi and slides/chutes. There is also an excellent children's play area, which along with the many activities makes this a popular family resort. The park runs entertainment throughout the season and there are many local restaurants close by.

Le Soleil de Landes at Lit et Mixe

Caravan parks in Gascony

Le Soleil des Landes is just 7 km from one of the C?te d'Argent?s most lovely beaches and yet is situated in 24 acres of woodlands - it really does offer the best of both worlds! So you have the choice of spending your days taking part in water sports like surfing and sailing or exploring the forest by foot or horse - but then again you could just relax by the pool. The holiday parc as an excellent water park that includes a heated swimming pool (with retractable roof), paddling pool for the kids and waterslides for the whole family.