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10 fabulous Holiday Parks in France for your next getaway

June 8, 2021
by Carolyn
Le Bois de Valmarie campsite in the south of France

Comfortable accommodation, plenty of space for the kids to play, resort-like amenities and all at an affordable price – sound too good to be true?

Thanks to Eurocamp, your next holiday in France can include all this and much more.

So, who or what is Eurocamp?

Eurocamp is a provider of high quality parks across Europe. They operate a large number of France campsites in particular.

Whether you’re looking for campsites in the South of France or would like to see a range of the best camping sites in France including the central and northern areas, this guide to ten of the best Eurocamp holiday parks in France will help. 

Eurocamp holidays offer family holidays that are a step up from regular camping. The experience offered is more like glamping, and there’s no need to bring your own kitchenware or linen.

The majority of the campsites listed here are smart holiday resorts, offering amenities such as kids’ clubs, evening entertainment and splash parks. 

While Eurocamp refer to their sites as ‘parcs’, we refer to them as holiday parks throughout this guide.

Read on to discover the best campsite in France for you and your family – whether you’d prefer a small quiet holiday park or a larger resort-style site.

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Summary of Holiday Parks covered in this guide

Holiday ParkArea
La Croix du Vieux PontPicardyBook Now
Château Lez EauxNormandyBook Now
La Pointe St-GillesBrittanyBook Now
Camping Le CapeyrouDordogneBook Now
Le ParadisDordogneBook Now
Domaine de la BrècheLoireBook Now
La RavoireFrench AlpsBook Now
Saint LouisFrench RivieraBook Now
Le Bois de ValmarieLanguedocBook Now
Domaine de MassereauLanguedocBook Now

10 Fabulous Holiday Parks In France

La Croix du Vieux Pont

La Croix du Vieux Pont

La Croix du Vieux is nestled in the peaceful Aisne Valley, just 90 minutes from both the French capital, Paris, and Disneyland Paris Resort. It makes an ideal lakeside base for those wishing to explore this area. 

This French campsite has some great facilities, including four swimming pools, bars, restaurants, a beauty salon and access to various sports and activities.

Location: Nearest town – Vic-sur-Aisne, 1 km away.

Getting there: Nearest airport – Paris Charles de Gaulle, 76km away. Nearest ferry port Calais, 241km away.

Number of pitches: 623.

La Croix du Vieux Pont

On-site and local facilities: 5 kids clubs for age ranges 0 -17, dog friendly, covered swimming pools, waterslides, fishing, canoeing, football, tennis, karting, basketball, table tennis, windsurfing, volleyball, pedalos, mini golf, horse riding, cycle hire, wine tasting, spa, bars and restaurants.

Accommodation styles: caravans, lodges. Some units have air-conditioning. 

Opening dates: Early April to late October inclusive.

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Château Lez Eaux

Château Lez Eaux

Château Lez Eaux is among the best camping sites in France for families who want to explore northern France. It occupies an idyllic location in the grounds of a historic manor house with a small lake. 

This site on the Cherbourg peninsula offers some of the best camping in France, with indoor and outdoor waterslides. There is a beach just 4 km away, and Honfleur and Bayeux are within easy reach. 

Location: Nearest town – St Pair sur Mer, 3km away.

Getting there: Nearest airport – Dinard, 89km away. Nearest ferry port St Malo, 87km away.

Number of pitches: 229.

Château Lez Eaux

On-site and local facilities: dog friendly, covered swimming pools, waterslides, fishing, surfing, canoeing, football, tennis, table tennis, windsurfing, horse riding, cycle hire.

Accommodation styles: Classic and safari tents, caravans and lodges.

Opening dates: Early April to mid September inclusive.

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La Pointe St-Gilles

La Pointe St-Gilles

In Brittany, north-western France you’ll find La Pointe St-Gilles. This is among the best camping sites for families, as it has kids’ clubs and is close to Bénodet’s sandy beach. 

This French resort has a seaside promenade packed with beach clubs, restaurants and pedalos. The family-run site has a pool complex, spa and jacuzzi. A tourist train can also take you from the park to town or the beach. 

This park is close to a river, and there is a golf course 3km away.

Location: Nearest town – Bénodet, 1km away.

Getting there: Nearest airport – Lorient, 67km away. Nearest ferry port Roscoff, 119km away.

Number of pitches: 450.

La Pointe St-Gilles

On-site and local facilities: 5 kids clubs for age ranges 0-17, dog friendly, covered swimming pools, waterslides, football, canoeing, tennis, surfing, basketball, table tennis, windsurfing, volleyball, scuba diving, golf course, horse riding, cycle hire, spa and gym.

Accommodation styles: Caravans, lodges. Some units have air-conditioning. 

Opening dates: Late May to early September inclusive.

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Camping Le Capeyrou

If you want to go camping in the South of France, Le Capeyrou is a great option as this small site offers only safari tents. Positioned by the Dordogne River, this park allows visitors to experience luxury camping in the South of France. 

A cliff-top castle towers over the park, and it is close to the local eateries at the Auberge, just 50 metres away, as well as a supermarket. 

Guests at Le Capeyrou can enjoy balloon or boat trips, canoeing and exploring the charming village of Beynac-et-Cazenac.

Location: Nearest town – La Roque Gageac, 6km away.

Getting there: Nearest airport – Brive, 50km away. Nearest ferry port Bilbao, 535 km away.

Number of pitches: 132.

Camping Le Capeyrou

On-site and local facilities: outdoor swimming pools, canoeing, fishing, table tennis, volleyball and badminton.

Accommodation styles: Safari tents.

Opening dates: Late May to mid September inclusive.

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Le Paradis

Le Paradis

Set in the picturesque Dordogne countryside is La Paradis, a campsite in the South of France within easy reach of the popular Lascaux Caves. 

This holiday park is set among 17 acres of woodland, and has two large pool complexes. The river flows nearby and the park has its own herb gardens for guests to pick fresh produce from. 

There is also a bar and restaurant surrounding a pretty courtyard.

Location: Nearest town – Montignac, 10km away.

Getting there: Nearest airport – Bergerac, 68km away. Nearest ferry port Bilbao, 519km away.

Number of pitches: 213. 

Le Paradis

On-site and local facilities: Dog friendly, covered swimming pools, football, canoeing, tennis, basketball, table tennis, volleyball, badminton, cycle hire, spa, electric car charging, bar and restaurant. 

Accommodation styles:  Classic and safari tents, caravans.

Opening dates: Late May to late September inclusive.

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Domaine de la Brèche

Domaine de la Brèche

Among the scenic Loire countryside is Domaine de la Brèche, a friendly France camping option convenient for visiting the chateaux of the Loire as well as Saumur. 

This woodland site is one of the best family campsites in France, as it has kids’ clubs, a play area and waterslides, and is also close to a theme park. 

An old manor house dominates the grounds, and an on-site equestrian centre offers pony trekking. 

Location: Nearest town – Saumur, 6km away.

Getting there: Nearest airport – Angers, 55km away. Nearest ferry port Caen, 290km away.

Number of pitches: 235.

Domaine de la Brèche

On-site and local facilities: Kids’ clubs for 5-12 years, play park, dog friendly, covered swimming pools, waterslides, football, canoeing, tennis, basketball, windsurfing, table tennis, volleyball, badminton, fishing, archery, karting, mini golf, horse riding, cycle hire, wine tasting, bar and restaurant. 

Accommodation styles:  Caravans and lodges. Some units have air-conditioning.

Opening dates: Late May to mid September inclusive.

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La Ravoire

La Ravoire

La Ravoire occupies a stunning setting by the French Alps in the Annecy region. This park is a top pick among campsites in the South of France for anyone who would also like to visit nearby Switzerland. 

Whether you prefer water sports or walking, this site is perfectly placed for enjoying all that Lake Annecy and the mountains, rivers and towns of the area have to offer. 

On site there is a snack bar and takeaway, two pools and a waterslide. Lake Annecy is under a kilometre away.

Location: Nearest town – Doussard, 5km away.

Getting there: Nearest airport – Chambery, 65km away. Nearest ferry port Le Havre, 764km away.

Number of pitches: 124.

La Ravoire

On-site and local facilities: Covered swimming pools, waterslide, football, canoeing, basketball, windsurfing, table tennis, rafting, sailing, scuba diving, golf course, horse riding, snack bar, mountains and lake.

Accommodation styles:  Caravans and lodges. Some units have air-conditioning.

Opening dates: Late May to mid September inclusive.

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Saint Louis

Saint Louis

Among the pine clad hills and valleys of the Côte d’Azur is the Saint Louis campsite in the South of France. 

Convenient for visiting Nice, Grasse, Cannes and other parts of the French Riviera, this is quite possibly the best French campsite for those who want to spend time swimming and surfing. Beaches are just 7km away, and on site there is a large splash park with tropical style lagoon and three waterslides. 

The park also offers kids’ clubs, sporting activities and evening entertainment. 

Location: Nearest town – Pégomas, 2km away.

Getting there: Nearest airport – Nice, 32km away. Nearest ferry port Bilbao, 982km away.

Number of pitches: 200.

Saint Louis

On-site facilities: Kids’ clubs for 5-17 year olds, covered swimming pools, waterslides, canoeing, table tennis, golf course, bar and restaurant, coast and river.

Accommodation styles:  Caravans and lodges. Some units have air-conditioning.

Opening dates: Late May to mid September inclusive.

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Le Bois de Valmarie

Le Bois de Valmarie

Le Bois de Valmarie gives guests stunning views over the Bay of Argelès. This holiday park has a split level pool complex with slides and waterfalls, and offers stylish camping in the South of France, close to the border with Andorra. 

Le Bois de Valmarie is a sleek, elegant resort, and there is a bar and restaurant on site. Argelès Plage is just 2 kilometres from the park. 

The location is ideal for those planning to visit the town and region of Collioure, as well as the Catalonian settlement of Villefranche de Conflent.

Location: Nearest town – Argelès Plage, 2km away.

Getting there: Nearest airport – Perpignan, 36km away. Nearest ferry port Bilbao, 687km away.

Number of pitches: 190.

Le Bois de Valmarie

On-site and local facilities: Dog friendly, covered swimming pools, waterslides, canoeing, rafting, surfing, table tennis, windsurfing, scuba diving, sailing, golf course, cycle hire, horse riding, spa, bar and restaurant, coast, river and lake.

Accommodation styles:  Caravans and lodges. Some units have air-conditioning.

Opening dates: Late May to mid September inclusive.

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Domaine de Massereau

Domaine de Massereau

Domaine de Massereau enjoys a rather special location – this South of France camping site is set in the grounds of a French château where wine is made. It is also perfect for anyone wishing to explore Avignon or see the Pont du Gard near Nîmes. 

As well as enjoying wine tastings and tours, visitors can cycle through the woodland, use the indoor spa or spend time at the outdoor pool complex. 

Domaine de Massereau also has its very own gourmet restaurant.

Location: Nearest town -Sommieres, 2km away.

Getting there: Nearest airport – Nîmes, 39km away. Nearest ferry port Bilbao, 725km away.

Number of pitches: 202.

Domaine de Massereau

On-site and local facilities: Kids’ clubs for 5-12 years, dog friendly, covered swimming pools, waterslides, football, tennis, canoeing, badminton, volleyball, surfing, table tennis, windsurfing, scuba diving, sailing, mini golf, cycle hire, horse riding, electric car charging, spa, bar and restaurant, coast and river.

Accommodation styles:  Lodges and bungalows. Some units have air-conditioning.

Opening dates: Late May to early November inclusive.

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Map of French holiday parks in this guide

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Map of French campsites covered in this guide

Final Thoughts

The holiday parks mentioned above are just a small selection of campsites in France where you can enjoy wonderful facilities for the whole family in Eurocamp’s wide selection of accommodation.

Whether you prefer to holiday in France’s picturesque Dordogne region, would like to laze by the sea on the French Riviera or prefer to stay just 90 minutes from Paris, there’s a Eurocamp holiday park that’s perfect for you.


All images used in this article are courtesy of Eurocamp.