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.

Holiday Green at Frejus

Caravan parks in Cote d'Azur, South East France

The huge Californian pool complex is great fun for all the family and includes a children's pool with water games, and a covered heated pool, toboggans, solarium and jacuzzi. Throughout the season there are aqua aerobics, water polo and water volleyball tournament and in July and August swimming lessons, fun waterskiing and even deep-sea diving instruction. The park has a restaurant, bar, supermarket, fitness room, tennis court, boules pitch, archery and mountain biking. There is also free evening entertainment and themed restaurant nights. Due to the undulating nature of the terrain on this park and the placement of some of the pitches on quite steep terraces, this park is not ideal for those with mobility problems.

Camping les Granges at Grolejac

Caravan parks in Dordogne, South West France

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 Bien Assie at Guines

Caravan parks in Picardy, North East France

This Castels site is family orientated; typically French and well cared for. The atmosphere is peaceful, and there is plenty of space for the children to play, with the grassy pitches located in the gently undulating parkland of an ancient chateau. The former stables have been carefully converted into a welcoming shop and bar, and the traditional French restaurant, La Ferme Gourmande, is set in an old farmstead where both locals and guests relish the gourmet fare. Budding sports stars can use the site facilities including tennis and mini-golf while off site explore the extensive forest of Guines on bike or by foot.

Camping le Castellas at S?te

Caravan parks in Languedoc, South East France

Set in a fragrant pine forest close to the lovely town of S?te, this campsite is perfect for those looking for a lively holiday in beautiful surroundings. The large pool area is a real highlight of the campsite with its multiple pool and numerous waterslides. The lovely pool terrace and pool loungers are ready to welcome you if you?re looking for some relaxation under the Mediterranean sunshine. During the day there are lots of activities available onsite to keep everyone entertained. Close to the campsite there are many other options for a fun-filled day including horse-riding and watersports. In the evenings the campsite comes to life with a fabulous array of entertainment including themed evenings and karaoke.

Les Mouettes at Carantec

Caravan parks in Brittany, North West France

The park has a feeling of peace and spaciousness and coupled with the excellent facilities makes it popular with families. Most of the pitches are grassy and some are partly shaded; the park is looked after to a high standard with mature trees and shrubs enhancing the area. Les Mouettes offers a fantastic pool complex including a lazy river and magnificent slides and planned for 2010 is a covered pool. Morlaix is worth visiting with its pretty setting along a river estuary and its old, cobbled shopping streets.

Parc des Alicourts at Pierrefitte

Caravan parks in Loire Valley, North West France

Alicourts is a family run site that is perfect if you are looking for a holiday that is a little off the beaten track. Located just outside the sleepy village of Pierrefitte this park has some great facilities and you will find lots of organised activities to keep the children amused. There is an imaginative adventure play area which is conveniently overlooked by the bar terrace and an excellent pool complex with waterslides. Swimming in the large lake is allowed or if you want something more leisurely then you can hire a pedalo. You can also relax on the sandy lakeside beach and you will find that the beach bar has some outstanding views across the lake and pool complex. On the park there is also a good restaurant, a 9 hole golf course and a Balneo therapy wellness centre, including sauna, massage, Turkish bath and hydro-massage.

Normandy Garden at Branville

Caravan parks in Normandy, North West France

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.

Les Chateau des Marais at Chambord

Caravan parks in Loire Valley, North West France

With spacious grounds set in peaceful wooded surroundings, this is an ideal venue for families with young children. The park has excellent facilities including a great pool complex with waterslides, a lazy river, a covered pool and a spacious sun terrace. An indoor spa, jaccuzi and Turkish bath with massage are available. The restaurant, take-away and shop have all been built of local oak to blend in with the surroundings. Some noise may be heard from the nearby road. The site is a five minute walk from the village of Muides-sur-Loire.

Domaine de la Rive at Biscarosse

Caravan parks in Gascony, South West France

This park is nestled amongst acres of the famous Landaise Forests. 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, which is being expanded to include a wave pool, jacuzzi, spa and massage water beds, all under a retractable dome roof. If you can tear yourself away from this, then you can indulge in a spot of tennis, archery or petanque. 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.

Holiday Green at Frejus

Caravan parks in Cote d'Azur, South East France

Relax at the Californian-style pool complex; there is a children's pool, a relaxing jacuzzi, waterslides and a newly built heated indoor pool. An ideal for the whole family, Camping Holiday Green has plenty of activities on offer for teenagers and in high season an extensive animations programme for younger children. In the evenings treat yourself to a meal at the Provencal restaurant, before dancing the night away in the onsite disco, or head to the bar and enjoy the lively evening entertainment.

La Yole at St Jean Plage

Caravan parks in Vendee, North West France

Offering an array of swimming pools that includes an indoor pool, waterslide, paddling pool and spacious play area, this is very much a park for families. The park owners are very proud of their park and are keen for park regulations to be respected. Just a little way from the coast road, La Yole also offers you a beautiful beach nearby and two super resorts just down the road. Out and about, you'll find chic St. Jean de Monts just up the coast which offers a nice change of pace. There's a lovely air of relaxation about this part of the Vendee too, with its myriad of cosy cafes and seaside stalls selling local wine and produce. And should you just want to explore, you'll find that the whole area is covered with fragrant pine forests.

Domaine de Litteau at Litteau

Caravan parks in Normandy, North West France

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?

Camping les Deux Fontaines at Raguenes

Caravan parks in Brittany, North West France

Tranquil surroundings and temperate conditions, combined with exciting play areas make this site a favourite for lively young children. The bar and broad sun terrace overlook the excellent pool complex, including a lagoon-style pool, paddling pool with a fun octopus fountain for toddlers, plus a spiralling water chute, four lane waterslide and a brand new indoor pool for 2010. The park owners organise sports events, treasure hunts, barbecues and lively calvados tasting evenings in high season, most of the daytime activity is on the beach.

Chateau le Brevedent at Pont L'Eveque

Caravan parks in Normandy, North West France

Chateau le Brevedent nestles in the orchards surrounding the lake and overlooked by the chateau itself. It is a glorious setting for a family holiday, a well run park with immaculate facilities where you will receive a very warm welcome from the friendly Anglo-French owner who gives the park a special feel. The stunning location in the heart of Calvados Country isn't the only reason this 'Castels' park is in demand, it offers every diversion, from excursions to Paris, to a spot of lake fishing. Of course, you are also within easy reach of super beaches, picturesque Norman villages and some quite exquisite countryside, so much to see and do in this much favoured region of France.

Camping Cote d'Argent at Hourtin

Caravan parks in Aquitane, South West France

Nestled in the heart of the beautiful Medoc area you?ll find La C?te d'Argent, a lively campsite located only 300m away from the Atlantic ocean?s beaches. The campsite is set in the middle of a stunning pine forest. Here, you will find a large heated water park complete with three pools (one covered), lots of water slides and the ?pirate?s island?- a large water playground for children. The on-site first-class facilities include several sports ground, horse riding, play areas and a large bar and restaurant, located between the entertainment stage and the supermarket. If you fancy trying your hand at watersports, surfing, windsurfing and fishing are available nearby. To explore the area by bike, miles of cycle tracks are stretching right on your doorstep, taking you to Arcachon to the south and la pointe du Medoc to the north (bike hire available on site).

Les Mouettes at Carantec

Caravan parks in Brittany, North West France

Les Mouettes is situated near one of the most beautiful bays on the Breton coast. Carantec has a feeling of peace and spaciousness that makes it a popular choice with families. Mature trees and shrubs enhance the park area where most of the pitches are grassy and some are partly shaded but, there are also some large, sunny pitches. One of the main attractions is the impressive swimming pool complex overlooked by the bar terrace, where the children will enjoy floating along the lazy river surrounding the huge water chutes. They can also try their hand at the unusual 18-hole crazy-golf course, not forgetting the beach is just 1.5km away. The picturesque old port of Roscoff is near by and offers boat trips to the island of Batz.

Camping la Pergola at Lac de Chalain

Caravan parks in Jura, North East France

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?

Bel at La Tranche-sur-Mer

Caravan parks in Vendee, North West France

Not far from the town of La Tranche-sur-Mer, Camping Bel is a small site and has a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. The beach is nearby and is typical of the great beaches in the area and is perfect for swimming, windsurfing or just simply relaxing. The site has a number of shaded pitches and the facilities are very well maintained. There is a nice pool with a sun terrace. For those that are more energetic, the sports facilities include half tennis courts and an outdoor fitness course.

La Baie des Anges at La Ciotat

Caravan parks in Riviera, South East France

Everything you would want and expect from the French Riviera can be found at Le Baie des Anges. The Park name means 'the Bay of Angels' and it lives up to its name with this seaside parc being surrounded by 25 acres of pine trees and olive groves countryside and being just 3 km from Lecques beach. The holiday park has a water park with mushroom sprinklers and a double slide and paddling pool. There are lots of food options on the parc including a bar, restaurant, pizzeria and a cake shop. The park facilities are great but with the French coast offering sunbathing, swimming and exploring of the incredible Calanques ? you will not be short of things to do on this holiday.

Val de Bonnal at Rougemont

Caravan parks in Jura, North East France

The spacious grounds of this former water mill link up with a series of fun-for-all lakes in one of France's most green and pleasant regions. Aquatic adventures will be divided between the water park with water slides and the swimming lake and beach. Canoeing is another popular pursuit whilst on dry land cycling and hiking enthusiasts will find a multitude of trails. A premium Castels site for some time, Bonnal proudly evokes the charm and individuality of this tranquil backwater which serves as a great gateway to Switzerland and Italy.