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.

Ciboure at Ciboure

Caravan parks in Gascony

Sheltered in the calmer waters of the St Jean de Luz bay, the water sports and activities here are a degree or two more chilled out than at the larger resorts to the north. Ciboure offers all the exhilaration for those who like to take the air, or even take to the waters, in relative peace and tranquillity. On land the accent is on quiet enjoyment, Ciboure is calm compared to its busy fishing port neighbour of Saint Jean-de-Luz, but there is still plenty to keep you busy. You're not too far from the Spanish border, with the beautiful Pyrenees rising in the south.

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.

Les Sablines at Vendres-Plage

Caravan parks in Languedoc

Le Sablines is just 900 metres from the nearest beach and with great weather assured in southern France, it's a great base for a sun, sea and sand vacation. Although the beach is bound to be the big draw for the family, Les Sablines does have some great activities on site including football, volleyball, basketball and table tennis. What's more, in the high summer the family focused park organizes shows and discos every night. Le Sablines has a popular pool complex includes 2 slides and a heated swimming pool. For those looking for a bigger water park experience, Aqualand in Cap d?Agde is just 30km away and offers 8 water parks, with over 20 water rides available! Le Sablines is situated just 20 minutes from Beziers airport.

Chateau de l'Eperviere at Gigny-sur-Saone

Caravan parks in Burgundy

This park is ideal for both a stopover and longer stays, located just 16km from the A6 Autoroute du Soleil. Chateau de l'Eperviere is a rewarding place to stay with its excellent facilities including a delightful restaurant in the chateau and a wonderful pool complex; with indoor and outdoor pools as well as a jacuzzi and sauna. Set in the grounds of a partly restored 16th century chateau, this is an attractively laid out park with plenty of open space for children to play in, mature woodlands to explore and good sized pitches.

Soleil Plage at Vitrac

Caravan parks in Dordogne

Soleil Plage enjoys a superb setting that is perfect for a family holiday, lying on the banks of the gently flowing Dordogne. It has two small beaches, both situated on one of the loveliest stretches of the river, which are favourite spots for both swimming and canoeing. The park itself offers you an excellent heated pool complex, with waterslides for the children and a Jacuzzi for you to laze in. And at the end of the day, you'll find that the excellent restaurant, which is just one of the amenities housed in converted Parigordin farm buildings, makes for a wonderful evening. You are also perfectly situated for visiting the famous sights here. Sarlat is only a short drive from the park and the beautiful riverside towns of La Roque-Gageac and Beynac are both accessible by road or river.

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.

Parc des Alicourts at Pierrefitte

Caravan parks in Loire Valley

Children will love Les Alicourts with the extensive swimming pool complex, including water chutes; wave pool and paddling pool; there is also a water slide for younger children (max age 10). A park run children's club offers activities for children aged 4-12. The new indoor spa pool includes massage, sauna and fitness centre. On site activities include volleyball; football; mini golf; tennis and table tennis; pedalo; canoe and bike hire and even a 9 hole golf course. There is also fishing on the lake with equipment hire available. The restaurant and take away allows you a well earned break from cooking while the entertainment including quizzes a family disco and cabaret complete the evening. For culture Paris is 2 hours by train and there are numerous chateau open for visiting around the region.

La Bien Assise at Guines

Caravan parks in Picardy

A popular stopover on the way south, La Bien Assise however has much to offer for a longer stay. The wooded grounds of the mansion make a delightful setting for the spacious pitches of this small 'Castels' park and it offers excellent facilities, including a welcoming 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.

Camping la Pergola at Lac de Chalain

Caravan parks in Jura

Camping la Pergola is nestled in a land of lakes and mountains, forests and waterfalls. Set on the edge of Lac du Chalain and surrounded by luscious green woodland, this lovely campsite has everything you need for an active family holiday. The lake is the focal point to a holiday here with something for everyone ? laze around on the shores or take to the water to enjoy watersports varying from a gentle pedalo ride to windsurfing. There are lot of opportunities to fish in the Jura mountains, although a permit is needed. On site the pool complex has a fantastic vantage point over the lake and is a great spot to spend a relaxing afternoon in the sun. The campsite restaurant has a lovely terrace overlooking the lake so why not take a seat to enjoy a relaxing meal?

La Carabasse at Vias Plage

Caravan parks in Languedoc

There really is so much to do in and around La Carabasse. There's a giant pool on park, the Med and the resort of Vias Plage are close by and the great thing is everything is accessible by foot. Vias Plage has everything from bars and restaurants to discos, shops and even a fun fair. Stretch your legs a little further and you'll arrive at places like the old town of Vias and the beautiful Canal du Midi.

Chateau lez Eaux at St Pair-sur-Mer

Caravan parks in Normandy

Located close to the main route down the Cherbourg peninsula, this is a quiet, friendly 'Castels' park with a versatile location. On the one hand it's a great place to simply relax while you soak up the atmosphere and enjoy its beautiful setting in the grounds of the manor house. At the same time, it's ideally placed for stopovers. But whatever you come for, you'll find it an absolute delight. There are excellent facilities here, which include a beautifully landscaped and recently remodelled, covered water park that's complete with slides and water chutes, great fun for all ages. Don't forget your fishing rod either, as you're welcome to try your luck on the little lake, free of charge. Ideal for young families, the friendly owners work extremely hard to make your stay here enjoyable.

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.

Camping la Grenouillere at Blois

Caravan parks in Loire Valley

Camping la Grenouillere is set in countryside close to the banks of the Loire, this Castels site has a relaxed atmosphere, ideal for a quiet holiday. The large pitches are positioned in both wooded and open areas. At the centre of the site is a rustic chateau surrounded by a moat, which houses a cosy bar and restaurant with a patio area overlooking the pool. The tropical pool complex offers three pools, bridges, slides and water chutes. Theres also a covered pool, a jacuzzi and a sauna. The sporting activities here are excellent. The energetic can enjoy floodlit tennis, volleyball, archery and football, while the more sedate can spend an afternoon fishing at the chateau moat.

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.

La Grande Metairie at Carnac

Caravan parks in Brittany

Ideal for young families in early or late summer; lively enough for everyone in high summer. It's the fantastic pool complex with its lazy river, waterslides and indoor pool that first catches your eye at La Grande Metairie. 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. A member of the prestigious 'Castels' chain, La Grande Metairie is situated in stunning parkland just a few miles from the coast, putting numerous splendid beaches and other attractions within easy reach. In fact, Carnac's famous standing stones are opposite the park.

Holiday Marina at Port Grimaud

Caravan parks in Cote d'Azur

Situated just 15 minutes walk from the lovely town of Port Grimaud, Holiday Marina is the perfect choice for a family beach holiday. There?s two lovely pools, including a great children?s pool complete with watergames, a Jacuzzi and room to sunbathe too, plus a modern?Wellness Centre offering a range of beauty treatments. You can even bring your own boat and moor it at the parc?s marina. Food and wine lovers will enjoy the wonderful restaurant offering freshly-cooked produce, or you can take the short stroll into Port Grimaud, which has plenty of bars and restaurants to try. You can spend your days relaxing on the beautiful beach, try your hand at windsurfing or jet-skiing or for a spot of culture, why not visit one of the local vineyards and sample the Ros? wine that the region is famous for?

Le Soleil des Landes at Lit et Mixe

Caravan parks in Aquitane

Le Soleil des Landes is spread across 24 acres of century-old trees yet handily close to a Landaise village. With one of the most stunning beaches on the C?te d'Argent just 5 miles away too, here you can enjoy both the ocean and the back country which makes the area so special.

Yelloh Village la Vallee at Houlgate

Caravan parks in Normandy

Yelloh! Village la Vall?e is in an excellent location, just minutes from the town of Houlgate and only 900m from the local beach, making it a great choice for a relaxing holiday. The site is well maintained and has a real authentic French feel. Grassy, tree-lined emplacements offer lots of privacy and space for children to play and explore. An excellent pool complex will keep the whole family entertained. With water slides for the children and a massage pool for the adults, everyone will find something to enjoy. The surrounding countryside is ideal for cycling and deserves exploration. In the evening relax in the bar and enjoy the live entertainment.

L'Ardechois at Vallon Pont D'Arc

Caravan parks in Ardeche

L'Ardechois is a superbly well equipped park situated alongside one of the loveliest stretches of the Ardeche River. This makes it a perfect spot for swimming and canoeing, not to mention the excursions through the magnificent gorges that are such a popular part of the park's activities. Within the park itself, the impressive range of facilities include an attractive pool complex and a poolside bar. To keep the whole family amused, the park entertainment organise sports and fun from mid June, including weekly discos which are held in the open air or the bar. You are also just a short walk from Vallon Pont d'Arc, which is something of a focal point for tourists in this fascinating region.

Yello Village Cote de Nacre at St Aubin-sur-Mer

Caravan parks in Normandy

Within 1/2 a mile of a sandy beach Cote de Nacre is a site with plenty to do including a tropical pool complex with swimming pool, water slides and chutes. There is a covered pool which is heated and a childrens splash pool. For those looking to relax there is a sauna and Hammam, There is a playground for smaller children and organised activities for children aged 7-10 years from mid July to August. For older children there is table tennis and table football as well as outdoor fun including a synthetic outdoor ice rink, multi sport pitch for football, basketball, volleyball and tennis. There is a bar, restaurant, takeaway on site. There is evening entertainment from mid July to August including weekly disco, live music, quizzes and karaoke.