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.

Chateau lez Eaux at St Pair-sur-Mer

Caravan parks in Normandy, North West France

This pretty campsite is close to the main route on the Cherbourg peninsula making it ideal for stopovers or the whole holiday. A quiet, friendly Castels park 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. There are some well maintained facilities, which include a remodelled covered swimming complex with slides and a water chute. There is also a sandy beach close to the village of St Pair-sur Mer which is just over 2 miles away. There is also fishing on the little lake, free of charge. Ideal for young families, the friendly owners work extremely hard to make your stay here enjoyable.

Sol a Gogo at St Hilaire

Caravan parks in Vendee, North West France

The Camping Sol-a -Gogo is a well kept park with direct access to a superb beach. Just a short stroll from the resort of Les Mouettes, the park has a fantastic swimming pool complex with water chutes, waterslides and a covered pool. In high summer the park entertainers organise a range of family activities including regular discos in the bar. Some noise may be heard from the local road. The park is close to the lively resorts of St Hilaire and St Jean de Monts.

La Pergola at Lac de Chalain

Caravan parks in Jura, North East France

This award winning park is situated on the shoreline of the Lac de Chalain and is a great place to explore the lakes and mountains of this wonderful area. Lac de Chalain has a superb family atmosphere with a good range of facilities including a superb pool complex with sunbathing area and a flower decked bar and restaurant terrace. In high season the site becomes very lively, with plenty of organised entertainment. There's also a lakeside beach where you can swim, canoe and windsurf. The area is great for walkers, with rolling countryside and cascading waterfalls just waiting to be discovered. The Jura is a wonderful region for exploring; the Herisson Waterfalls make for a spectacular day out, while the French Alps are also close by.

Le Val de Bonnal at Rougemont

Caravan parks in Jura, North East France

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.

Esterel at St Raphael

Caravan parks in Cote d'Azur, South East France

This first rate, steeply terraced park with its ochre buildings blends into the scenery so well that when you first set eyes on the glorious swimming pools, they create a quite startling contrast. The heated, jungle themed children's pool is not to be missed. Esterel really is a perfect holiday location, with an excellent restaurant and disco on the park and a night club and golf courses close by. The Esterel hills, with their wooded slopes and pink outcrops, are also truly breathtaking. It's an ideal spot for nature lovers, with many superb walks, from gentle strolls to robust hikes. For more sophisticated pleasures, you are also just a couple of miles drive through a wooded valley to Agay, with its pavement cafes and sandy beach.

La Carabasse at Vias Plage

Caravan parks in Languedoc, South East France

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.

La Rive at Biscarosse

Caravan parks in Aquitane, South West France

La Rive offers one of the largest indoor and outdoor swimming centres in the Aquitaine area?and is a?splash-a-minute family paradise close to the vineyards of Bordeaux.

Camping l'Europe at Vic La Gardiole

Caravan parks in Languedoc, South East France

Located in Vic la Gardiole, an authentic village at the heart of the Languedoc, Camping L?Europe is the perfect setting for a relaxing holiday under the Mediterranean sun. The golden beaches of Aresquiers are only 3 miles away and a free shuttle service is available in high season. The campsite is set in a large park making it ideal for enjoying a holiday with friends or family. The fantastic pool complex is a great spot to enjoy the Mediterranean sunshine before cooling off in one of the two pools. The area around the campsite is worth exploring so why not hire a bike and head off to explore? There?s an equestrian centre just 500m from the campsite if you would rather explore on horse-back.

Val de Cantobre at Cantobre

Caravan parks in Ardeche, South East France

Spectacularly positioned in the Dourbie Valley between the Tarn Gorges and the Cevennes National Park, you are assured of a warm welcome at this exceptional park. Access has never been easier due to the new Millau Viaduct. Though quite steep, the open terraced pitches offer fantastic views looking out over the nearby village of Cantobre which clings to the rock face. The park offers many amenities, including a restaurant, bar and pizzeria housed in the medieval farm buildings at the bottom of the park. Yet the real beauty of Cantobre is the breadth of outdoor activities on offer. This is also a Walking and Wildlife park.

Douce Quietude at St Raphael

Caravan parks in Cote d'Azur, South East France

Just 5km away are lovely sandy beaches, some of the best along the Mediterranean coastline, Camping Douce Quietude is a wonderful family run site near the lively resort of St Raphael. Whilst quieter and more peaceful during low season, the site becomes livelier in July and August when entertainment and discos are arranged for the whole family. Spend your days relaxing at the attractive campsite swimming pool, where the children will enjoy the waterchute.

Dormaine de Chalain at Lac de Chalain

Caravan parks in Jura, North East France

A superb lakeside setting, make this park ideal for water sport enthusiasts as well as sun worshippers. This spectacular park that is ideally situated on the banks of a natural lake and it is surrounded by the wooded foothills of the Jura. It features a fantastic pool complex with waterslides, children's pool, jacuzzi and heated indoor pool, not to mention a wide range of sporting activities, though some may not be available until July. Park residents are entitled to free access to the pool according to a credit system for entry, 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.

Club Farret at Vias Plage

Caravan parks in Languedoc, South East France

This family run park offers everything you could need for a sun and sand holiday with plenty to do for the whole family. The lagoon style pool complex, surrounded by palms and shrubs, is a real sun trap and even better a newly planned spa and extended pool. The park also offers no less than seven playgrounds, while adults can enjoy sports that range from table tennis to archery. Le Farret benefits from direct access to a wonderful sandy Mediterranean beach and the site's excellent restaurant and pirate themed bar facilities have more than enough to entertain you for the duration of your stay, however if you can tear yourself away from the park, a short 500m walk will take you directly into Vias Plage with its lively bars, restaurants and nightclubs.

Omaha Beach at Port en Bessin

Caravan parks in Normandy, North West France

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.

Cala Gogo at St Cyprien

Caravan parks in Languedoc, South East France

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.

La Pergola at Lac de Chalain

Caravan parks in Jura, North East France

Situated alongside the turquoise green waters of the Lac de Chalain and awarded the prestigious La Clef Verte award, this steeply terraced park has a friendly, family atmosphere with a range of well-maintained facilities. These include a superb pool complex with sunbathing area and a flower decked bar restaurant terrace. The Jura is a wonderful region for exploring; the Herisson Waterfalls make for a spectacular day out. There's also a lakeside beach where you can swim or canoe and the area is a walker's paradise, with rolling countryside and cascading waterfalls just waiting to be discovered.

Lacs du Verdon at Regusse

Caravan parks in Riviera, South East France

Les Lacs du Verdon is a Provencal holiday park that is perfect for an activty family holiday. This is a large parc situated in a 225 acre park of oak trees and fragrant scrubland. Close by are the Gorges du Verdon which are one of the deepest and most beautiful river valleys in Europe with a sparkling bright green lake. In the local Provence area there is so much to keep you entertained including walking, climbing, rafting and mountain biking. At the holiday park itself you will find a water park with slides, a heated swimming pool and a toddlers paddling pool. On site amenities include a snack bar, restaurant, cake shop and takeaway.

Camping le Coteau de la Maine at Montagnac-Montpezat

Caravan parks in Provence, South East France

Located in an area of outstanding beauty, 500m above sea level, Camping Le Coteau de la Marine is a wonderful spot for a relaxing holiday in nature. The relaxing atmosphere, beautiful scenery and gentle scent of the nearby lavender fields combine for a fantastic holiday to please all of your senses. On site, the excellent facilities will keep the whole family entertained. The pool is the focal point of the campsite where kids can enjoy the paddling pool or you can cool off in the stunning green surroundings of the main pool. The location is fantastic for those that want to get out and explore. Close by are the fantastic Gorges du Verdon- often referred to as one of the most beautiful canyons in Europe. The striking turquoise green water is mesmerising. Here, you can hire boats and canoes to take to the waters and enjoy the stunning surroundings.

Domaine d'Oleron at Ile d'Oleron

Caravan parks in Royan, South West France

Domaine d?Ol?ron is a peaceful, family-run campsite. Occupying a peaceful spot close to St Georges on the Ile d?Ol?ron, this makes an ideal destination for those looking for a relaxing holiday. The emplacements are located amidst woodland, with some shaded by tall trees. There is plenty of space for relaxing at the side of the swimming pool, while children can enjoy the water slide and paddling pool. The friendly bar and takeaway are set in a poolside marquee, also the location for the evening entertainment in the height of summer. Children will also enjoy making friends at the playground. The island is a haven for cyclists ? so why not hire bikes on site and explore the island's many cycle paths.

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.

Gassin at Gassin

Caravan parks in Riviera, South East France

Long, lazy days can be spent around the spacious 650-m² swimming pool or for the more active, visit the Cogolin Water sports Centre just 50m away. There's also tennis at the resort, horse riding 4km away Beauvallon Golf Course (18 holes) 5 km away. Les Marines de Gassin lies 6 km from Gassin with its narrow winding streets and preserved Provencal character. The resort is located in a private park with direct access to a sandy beach.