10 Best Campsites in France

When you’re visiting France there’s at least one thing you should do, and that is to stay in one of their hundreds of campsites.

Camping in France offer so much woodlands to explore, beaches and stunning lakes to soak up the all day sun.

Whether you want to have fun with your family, spend time in the outdoors with your partner or do as many activities as you can with a group of friends, you’re BOUND to find a camping site you will like.

I’ve compiled the 10 best campsites I could find and shared them in this article so you know you’re getting the best experience possible.

Without further ado, lets get straight into the good stuff!

1. Camping de la Plage

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Google reviews – 4.3/5 stars
Location – La Trinité-sur-Mer, France
Address – 44 Rue de Kervourden, 56470
Campsite preference – Relaxed; toddler-friendly
Accommodation – 2 bedroom; sleeps 7 (max 6 adults) and pitching grounds
Park size – Small; 194 spots
Nearest beach – Direct access (no roads to cross!)
Nearest airport – Lorient (LRT) – 45km
Nearest town – La Trinité-sur-Mer – 1.5km

Description

Camping de la Plage is full of nature but doesn’t skimp on luxury features.

It’s best known for its well-kept gardens and old Breton farmhouse, plus the fact that everything you need is within walking distance and that includes the beach.

There is a heated swimming pool with 3 water slides and only a short walk to a shop and takeaway.

The bar and restaurant consists of seaside views thank to the beach nearby and occasional talent concerts!

The sheltered sandy beach continues to bring families back year after year.

Multiple other activities are available, including:  walks, watersports, games, sightseeing and more!

What others are saying

• An advantage is that you literally cannot get any closer to the beach
• Good hedge height for privacy and well maintained, clean facilities
• Lots to see and do locally
• The swimming pool is decent size with water slides
• It really is a family site. You hear usual sounds of happy campers during the day but it gets super quiet at night

2. Le Brévedent Campsite

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Google reviews – 4.4 stars
Location – Le Brévedent, France
Address –  route Du Pin, 14130
Campsite preference – Family-friendly; relaxed
Accommodation – 3 bedroom, 2 bedroom, safari tent (sleeps 6) and pitching grounds
Park size – Small; 132 Pitches
Nearest beach – Deauville, Trouvilles, Villers sur Mer – 25km
Nearest airport – Deauville (DOL) – 12km
Nearest town – Blangy Le Château – 3km

Description

Camping Le Brévedent has absolutely stunning greenery to make you say “wow” no matter how many times you come back.

If you’re after a total “French experience”, Le Brévedent should be your first choice.

The entire campsite is surrounded by lush, green woodland that’s overlooked by a château.

It is extremely relaxing thanks to the surrounding lake side and miles upon miles of countryside.

The park is family-run and the owners are very friendly/authentic.

The many beaches of Normandy can be visited via car, with the closest being 25 kilometers away!

Activities include: cycling, tennis, football, swimming, canoeing and more.

What others are saying

• Has a unique setup and the staff are great
• The views are amazing with the lake and forest surrounding the campsite
• Lots of activities to keep the kids occupied and even some animals
• The atmosphere is amazing and everyone is so positive and friendly
• No phone signal, which is good or bad depending on how you look at it

3. La Croix du Vieux Pont Campsite (Disneyland of Paris)

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Google reviews – 4.3/5 stars
Location – Berny-Rivière, France
Address –  8 Rue de la Fabrique, 02290
Campsite preference – Lively; toddler-friendly; action-packed; splash park
Accommodation – 21 housing options available
Park size – Large; 623 Pitches
Nearest beach – Direct access to lake
Nearest airport – Beauvais (BVA) – 86km
Nearest town – Vic-sur-Aisne – 1km

Description

So where do I even start with this magnificent campsite?

Well for one, there is a beachside lagoon lake with a beach bar terrace nearby so you can watch the kids enjoy the water while you enjoy a wine or two.

This park has so many hidden charms you’ll never get bored or not notice new things everyday.

Everyone calls it the Disneyland of Paris because it really is that magical.

It features 4 pools…one has a retractable roof and another is outdoors.

This campsite even has a beauty salon (yes, you heard that right).

There are friendly bars and restaurants, a host of sports, canoeing, tennis, spa, go-karting, water slides and much more.

It is a large campsite with so much to offer that you’ll never want to leave.

And the best part? It’s a day trip away from Paris so you can have the whole package if you really wanted to!

What others are saying

• Excellent campsite with clean toilets and showers, and friendly staff
• Great for families of all ages for the simple reason there are a good selection of pools
• Good access to big cities and tourist attractions nearby
• The resort is enormous so expect pools to be busy and noisy
• Amazing food at the bar and lots of activities to keep kids busy
• There is far too much to list on how great this campsite is

4. La Bien Assise Campsite

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Google reviews – 4.2/5 stars
Location – Guines, France
Address – Avenue de la Libération, 62340
Campsite preference – Family-friendly; relaxed
Accommodation – 3 bedroom, 2 bedroom, safari tent (sleeps 5), classic tent (best value) and pitching grounds
Park size – Small; 198 Pitches
Nearest beach – Blériot-Plage, Calais – 14km
Nearest airport – Lille (LIL) – 110km
Nearest town – Guines – 0.5km

Description

It doesn’t matter if you’re at this campsite for a long time or a short time, there is plenty to do no matter what.

It is a small-sized park but very peaceful, has a French château and wooded grounds and spacious pitching grounds so you don’t need to be cramped.

There is SO much to explore here at the La Bien Assise Campsite especially with its surrounding wood areas, organized walks and trails.

A lake is 10 km away and the beach is 14 km, leaving no room for boredom if you happen to be a water rat.

However, if you’d like to stay at the park all day, it offers: an authentic French restaurant, tennis, table tennis, a heated indoor pool (with a retractable roof) and a water slide.

Plus the nearest town is within walking distance! (0.5 km)

What others are saying

• The restaurant food is too expensive and not that yum
• Supermarket is nearby and a good alternative from the onsite restaurant
• Good sized pitches with brilliant play areas
• It is a beautiful campsite that’s very clean with everything you need
• Plenty of beaches nearby if you want a break from the campsite

5. Domaine de la Brèche Campsite

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Google reviews – 4.4/5 stars
Location – Varennes-sur-Loire, France
Address – 5 Impasse de la Brèche, 49730
Campsite preference – Relaxed; toddler-friendly
Accommodation – 8 housing options
Park size – Small; 235 Pitches
Nearest lake – 6km
Nearest airport – Angers (ANE) – 55km
Nearest town – Saumur – 6km

Description

The Domaine de la Brèche Campsite is set on the grounds of an old manor house.

Now THIS is for you if you’re keen on exploring the acres of woodlands nearby and don’t want to get bored because there is a lot to do at this campsite.

There is a 9-hole mini golf course, archery, fishing, pony trekking, canoeing and a whopping total of 4 pools and 4 water slides! (including a toddler pool)

There is really something for everyone and the reason it’s received so much great feedback from the community.

As soon as you walk in the door you are greeted by the friendly owner and made to feel at home, which is always a nice bonus.

There is a restaurant, a bar, a pool table and even an onsite shop so you don’t have to go to the nearest town to do your shopping (6 km away).

What others are saying

• Has excellent activities and facilities for the whole family to enjoy
• People love it so much they continue to come back year after year because it’s their favorite campsite
• The onsite restaurant serves high quality and delicious food
• The staff are friendly, the pitches a big and it has a family atmosphere throughout the site
• It is high value for money since it’s so clean, there’s lots of activities and the pools are above and beyond

6. La Garangeoire Campsite

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Google reviews – 4.8/5 stars
Location – Saint-Julien-des-Landes, France
Address –  Route De, La Chapelle Hermier, 85150
Campsite preference – Lively; toddler-friendly; action-packed
Accommodation – 13 housing options
Park size – Medium; 357 Pitches
Nearest beach – 12km
Nearest Lake – Direct access
Nearest airport – Nantes (NTE) – 100km
Nearest town – Saint Julien-des-Landes – 2km

Description

The La Garangeoire Campsite really does give anyone that goes there the “wow” factor for the simple reason there is so much to see and do.

It’s smack bang in the middle of woods, meadows and lakes, however, not only is it visually appealing but it’s a fun-filled theme park that offers a diverse range of activities.

The many activities include: cycling, tennis, swimming in the pool, archery, Eurocamp Kids’ Clubs, visiting the lake and much more.

The beach is 12 km away but there is also DIRECT access to the lake if that’s more your thing!

The restaurant and bar overlook the pool so you can enjoy a quiet wine while watching your kids play.

There is plenty of pitching spaces to stay in – all having ample shade and space while keeping close to the action.

There are many pools available to suit people of all ages and water slides that snake through rocks and trees for maximum thrill and action!

What others are saying

• It is an excellent campsite for a family and has all the facilities you could expect
• A great option for keen cyclists thanks to the several bike trails
• The location is spot on with the rural feeling and direct access to the 2 lakes
• On top of everything else there are large areas of woodland for walking and running
• Good restaurant, good takeaway and garden for entertainment

7. Domaine de Chalain Campsite

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Google reviews – 4.1/5 stars
Location – Doucier, France
Address – Domaine de Chalain, 39130
Campsite preference – Relaxed; action-packed
Accommodation – 10 housing options
Park size – Large; 712 Pitches
Nearest lake – Direct access
Nearest airport – Geneva (GVA) – 88km
Nearest town – Doucier – 3km

Description

The Domaine de Chalain Campsite is well known for the 31 waterfalls available to see in the area!

The park is very large and includes direct access to the natural lake, where you’ll most probably find yourself hanging out every day.

It is completely surrounded by nature so should be your go-to campsite if that’s what you prefer.

The park is great for walking, cycling, tennis, basketball, football, archery, mini-golf, volleyball and much more.

However, lake activities include: fishing, swim, pedalo and canoeing (I know I’ll be at this lake all day!).

The swimming pools are designed for all ages and has water slides and even a Jacuzzi.

What others are saying

• The lake is amazing and shows an excellent sun set
• The beach at the lake is quite stony and not sandy so flip flops are recommended
• The camping pitches are a little on the small side
• The onsite shops are well stocked with fresh fruit, fresh meat and vegetables
• There’s a lot to do for both children and adults
• It is a large park and really busy so expect it to be noisy

8. Le Domaine de l’Epervière Campsite

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Google reviews – 4.6/5 stars
Location – Gigny-sur-Saône, France
Address – 6 Rue du Château, 71240
Campsite preference – Relaxed
Accommodation – 7 housing options
Park size – Small; 160 Pitches
Nearest lake – Direct access
Nearest airport – Dijon (DIJ) – 83km
Nearest town – Sennecey le Grand – 5km

Description

The Le Domaine de l’Epervière is set on the grounds of a 16th century château.

It is extremely close to the Burgundy vineyards so wine lovers will absolutely love this campsite.

Soak up the all day sun in the lake which is direct access so there’s no driving involved.

It is the ultimate place to relax considering it’s a small park with few activities, which are: cycling, football, swimming, fishing, table tennis and Parc-run Kids’ Clubs.

I guess the lake, vineyards and partially-restored 16th century château is the highlight of this small campsite.

Oh, and don’t forget the mature woodlands in its surroundings!

There is a restaurant on site, a superb pool complex (3 pools total) and good-sized pitches.

What others are saying

• Very quiet camp with a friendly pizza maker that makes amazing pizza
• The toilets and showers are clean with lots of hot water
• The best site in France someone has stayed at in 30 years of caravaning
• Good local cycle routes, open play park and indoor/outdoor swimming pool
• More waste bins are needed

9. Le Belledonne Campsite

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Google reviews – 4.3/5 stars
Location – Le Bourg-d’Oisans, France
Address – Rochetaillée, 38520
Campsite preference – Relaxed; toddler-friendly
Accommodation – 2 bedroom, safari tent (sleeps 5), classic tent and pitching grounds
Park size – Small; 180 Pitches
Nearest lake – 6 km
Nearest airport – Grenoble (GNB) – 85km
Nearest town – Allemont – 2km

Description

The Le Belledonne Campsite has received a LOT of great reviews throughout the years, and there’s many reasons why.

It is a small park but offers so much in terms of adventuring and exploring especially the nearby mountains, meadows and woodlands (yes, it’s set in a National Park).

It’s been described as millions of years in the making thanks to the rushing rivers and waterfalls!

It is located on the edge of a National Park so you get the best hiking trails, cycling trails and water activities.

However, if you’re just keen on relaxing there is much to do back at camp.

The activities include: swimming, relaxing in the sauna, playing volleyball, joining in the fitness circuit or just enjoying a drink or two by the pool at the terrace bar.

The managers are very friendly and give you a big warm welcome from the get go.

The Le Belledonne Campsite is truly amazing and one you DON’T want to pass up.

What others are saying

• Spacious pitches, enthusiastic staff and onsite shop/bar
• The site is 100% family focused so a group of friends or a couple might not enjoy their stay
• They’ve spent a lot of money within the last year refurbishing everything
• It’s set in a breathtaking alpine setting and a great place if you love nature
• Plenty of walking and cycling in the area
• The facilities are excellent and clean

10. Le Village Western Campsite

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Google reviews – 4.3/5 stars
Location – Hourtin, France
Address – Chemin de Bécassine, 33990
Campsite preference – Relaxed; toddler-friendly
Accommodation – 2 bedroom and 3 bedroom options
Park size – Small; 300 Pitches
Nearest beach – Hourtin Plage – 12km
Nearest airport – Bordeaux (BOD) – 59km
Nearest town – Hourtin – 1km

Description

Even I’m amazed at how much the Le Village Western Campsite offers!

It has a wild-west feel to it and even includes a riding school to teach adults AND kids how to ride horses.

The best way to describe this campsite is to imagine your favorite Western, but without the bad guys and plentiful of opportunities, because that is exactly what it offers.

It’s a small park with 300 pitches but offers a saloon, a riding school and a pony club.

The new pool complex has indoor and outdoor options for all ages, Jacuzzi’s and massage jets.

However, that’s not to say wilderness swimming isn’t available because it definitely is.

Nearby is the biggest freshwater lake in France! And it’s only a 15 minute drive away.

What others are saying

• Well maintained western style campsite that provides opportunities for riding
• It is unique, has friendly staff, big pitches and bungalows
• Very warm welcome and a perfect place to relax. So many people keep coming back because it’s really that good
• The swimming complex is brand new and clean
• Ideal location as the lake and beach are both only 10 minutes away

Conclusion

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Well that concludes this article on the best campsites in France.

I’ve compiled the list and now it’s your turn to get out there and enjoy life’s little pleasures while you can.

If you’re stuck on what campsite to choose I would personally recommend the Domaine de Chalain Campsite because the lake is absolutely brilliant and HUGE.

There’s a wide range of activities for all ages you can be on the water all day if you wanted to, it truly is that fun with all the water activities available!

Next on my recommendation is hands down the Le Belledonne Campsite, as it’s on the edge of a National Park so you truly are in the midst of nature.

You can see the mountains and meadows from your campsite room! I mean, it doesn’t get any cooler than that!

Well I hope you found what you were looking for in this article.

If you didn’t, leave a comment below and I’ll be happy to get back to you asap!

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Cheers and have a great day!

-Brandon

Camping Mastery