If you are heading to France for a short break or holiday then you will find a super selection of caravan holidays to choose from.

Perfect for families, couples and groups, holiday parks in France offer mobile home (static caravan) and camping that will work for all budgets. Of course, caravan parks in France have excellent facilities including swimming pools, covered and heated pools, restaurants, bars and Internet WiFi.

Les Deux Fontaines at Raguenes

Caravan holidays in Brittany

Perhaps the most notable things about this excellent modern park are its large, spacious pitches, some of which are surrounded by hedges to offer privacy. The pool complex features both a water chute and a four lane waterslide, with a new covered pool planned for 2010. If you're feeling more energetic, you can try a game of tennis, volleyball or even basketball, and in high summer the park owners organise evening entertainment in the bar, which overlooks the newly extended pool. Beyond the park, a short stroll along a shady track brings you to a safe, sandy beach and should you feel the urge to explore further, the coastline has many sandy inlets and tiny harbours to discover. You could also make the short drive to the village of Nevez, with its small selection of shops and bars.

La Serraz at Annecy Doussard

Caravan holidays in Alps

Set in the heart of the Alps, La Serraz naturally offers superb views of the mountains that surround it, which is particularly pleasant when swimming in the park's pools. Shimmering Lake Annecy is easily accessible from the park, with a lake beach just 1km away and activities that include swimming, all sorts of water sports and pleasure boat trips. The village of Doussard is only a short walk away, with shops, a restaurant and a bar, which are especially useful when the park's facilities are closed in low season. Annecy itself, with its flower-lined canals and arcaded streets is a great attraction, while both Italy and Switzerland are just a short drive away. This is a Walking and Wildlife park.

La Grande Metairie at Carnac

Caravan holidays in Brittany

This campsite is set in the beautiful parklands of an old This campsite is set in the beautiful parklands of an old Breton Manor just a few miles from the coast, putting numerous splendid beaches and other attractions within easy reach. The parks fantastic pool complex with its lazy river, waterslides and indoor pool that first catches your eye at La Grande Matairie. 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, including evening entertainment that range from Breton soirees to barbecues. just a few miles from the coast, putting numerous splendid beaches and other attractions within easy reach. The parks fantastic pool complex with its lazy river, waterslides and indoor pool.

L'Orangie de Lanniron at Quimper

Caravan holidays in Brittany

The original stone buildings have been converted to house the bar and restaurant. A fantastic new pool complex with waterslides opened in 2008 and includes a balneo spa and hydrotherapy centre. Customers can explore the park and gardens at leisure and children have acres of woods and meadows to play in, with activities organised for them in peak season. The sports centre, Creach Gwen, adjacent to the site offers a wide range of high season activities, including water sports for the more energetic. The river I'Odet hosts a wealth of water based activities and provides a stunning setting for this picturesque site.

Chateau de Galinee at St Cast

Caravan holidays in Brittany

Chateau de Galinee is a family run 'Castels' park offering well maintained modern facilities and a relaxed atmosphere. In addition to the play area there is acres of space for the children to run off their energy as well as a superb pool complex with water slides. St Cast is nearby and is a charming resort with a soft sandy beach perfect for soaking up the sun or strolling along the beautiful coastal walks. St Malo and Dinan are worth visiting and are within easy reach.

Chateau des Marais at Chambord

Caravan holidays in Loire Valley

Chateau des Marais is a Michelin awarded three red tent site and it enjoys a lovely position close to the river Loire and the stunning Chateau de Chambord. The grassy pitches are shaded by mature trees, with plenty of space for children to run around. Families with young children will particularly enjoy this peaceful setting. The pool complex will be popular with children of all ages; it includes a covered pool, a lagoon pool, lazy river and waterslides. The popular bar and restaurant make an excellent place for a family meal or cooling drink.

Camping Douce Quietude at St Raphael

Caravan holidays in Cote d'Azur

Camping Douce Quietude is highly rated by the Michelin guide (4 red tents), there is a relaxed, French feel, yet plenty going on if you are feeling energetic. Enjoy the peace and quiet of your pitch, partially shaded by pine trees and bordered by rhododendron bushes, or head to the colourful pool area - the hub of the campsite. Here the children can play for hours in the three pools and on the waterslides, whilst you bask on the spacious sun terrace. The excellent facilities include a gym, sauna and jacuzzi. As the sun goes down, relax with friends and family in the cosy on site bar and restaurant, and enjoy the lively evening entertainment.

Ville Franche at Villefranche

Caravan holidays in Riviera

A beautiful, pastel-painted town at the head of the French Riveria, Villefranche is a small town of only 8,000 inhabitants but, within its limits you'll discover a walled citadel, Gothic churches, and ancient harbour, all a delight. For a change of pace, the glamour and pulse of Monte Carlo is just a short drive away. Drive inland over rolling hills to St. Paul de Vence, a walled hill fort which dates back to the middle ages. Back in Villefranche, take your pick from a string of harbourside restaurants, offering decidedly Italian-influenced meals, each more inviting than the next.

Camping Les Fontaines at Annecy Lathuile

Caravan holidays in Alps

Beautifully situated just a few minutes from Lake Annecy, Les Fontaines is a truly first class park, enjoying a magnificent setting amidst some of the French Alps most stunning scenery. It is attractively terraced, with a friendly, welcoming atmosphere and excellent facilities. These include a pool and two paddling pools for the little ones; but the crowning glory has to be the aqua complex, with no less than five water chutes and slides. In the evening you can try a tasty meal in the restaurant, or a relaxing drink on the bar terrace, whilst also enjoying the breathtaking mountain vistas. And for a change of pace, you can also take a dip in the crystal clear waters of the lake.

Bel at La Tranche-sur-Mer

Caravan holidays in Vendee

Situated in the delightful little town of La Tranche, Bel is a quiet family run park. While small and relatively quiet, it offers you a lovely swimming pool with a small water slide as well as a super Scandinavian style play area, all of which makes it especially suited to families with young children. It is also just 500m from the longest south-facing beach in the Vendee, where you can swim and sunbathe, before trying a spot of windsurfing on the 'marine lake'. The lovely town of La Tranche is right on the doorstep too, with its floral gardens, and wide choice of cafes and restaurants. A water park, which is payable, with indoor and outdoor pools is just 300m from the park.

Camping Atlantique Parc at La Palmyre

Caravan holidays in Royan

Situated in 42 acres of natural landscaped grounds, this parc is ideal for a fun family holiday. With swimming pools, mini farm and playground, there is plenty to keep the young ones entertained. The pool especially is a real winner, with its natural beach surrounding the pool?s lagoon-shaped contours.?And for the water enthusiasts, the beach nearby offers a wide variety of watersports. You can also hire bikes and explore the local area, with its colourful markets, shops and the kids will love spending time at La Palmyre Zoo. There is also a little train that stops outside the parc, which will take you to the centre of La Palmyre, the lovely sandy beach and to other local attractions. Due to its location, some road noise can be heard.

Le Littoral at Sables d'Olonne

Caravan holidays in Vendee

Le Littoral is just a mile from the nearest beach with gently sloping sands. The park has a popular outdoor and covered pool. The park bar is the centre for daily entertainment in high season. The site is a short path walk from a rocky cove where children are able to spend hours searching for shell fish. In high season you can take the free bus service which runs all day long between the campsite, the beach and the famous resort of Les Sables d'Olonne.

Chateau des Ormes at Dol-de-Bretagne

Caravan holidays in Brittany

Chateau des Ormes is clearly no ordinary park from the peaceful woodland setting and the 18-hole golf course to the extensive range of facilities, this site is a firm favourite for all families. The on site riding stables mean you don't have to go far to enjoy wonderful treks; the stables caters for all ages and abilities. For those who prefer to sit and relax the pool complex is your place with multiple pools to choose from and the waterslides to keep the children occupied. All the kids clubs are catered for so they have somewhere to go when they tire of swimming; tennis; climbing wall; fishing; archery; the list goes on.

Domaine de La Noguiere at Le Muy

Caravan holidays in Cote d'Azur

Domaine de la Noguiere is set in the foothills of the Massif des Maures. This is a popular park with a good range of facilities, within easy striking distance of some of the south coast's most delightful resorts. A good sized pool, water slides and sports

Camping la Bien Assie at Guines

Caravan holidays in Picardy

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.

Holiday Green at Frejus

Caravan holidays in Cote d'Azur

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.

Chateau des Ormes at Dol-de-Bretagne

Caravan holidays in Brittany

Chateau des Ormes is for you if you like water with a fantastic outdoor wave pool; two outdoor swimming pools; a tropical outdoor pool with waterslides; an indoor pool complex with water slides, lazy river and jacuzzi baths as well as a children's splash pool. Should the children bore of the water there is a children's club run by Al Fresco for 4-12 year olds. There are so many outdoor activities available you will have to work hard to find time to relax. There is the A la carte restaurant to help with the relaxing as will as the pizzeria/take away, plus the evening entertainment with a regular program of events including a disco. Near by you will find boat trips to the Channel Islands and sailing from St Malo, the chateau and lake at Combourg is 6miles away. Further afield is Mont St Michel with its beautiful abbey and museum.

La Ferme de la Serraz at Annecy Doussard

Caravan holidays in Alps

La Serraz combines a beautiful alpine setting with a friendly atmosphere that is ideal for young families. Spend your days relaxing at the park’s pools which offer spectacular views, or get out and about in the local area. Walkers and cyclists will enjoy exploring the mountains surrounding the park, whilst water lovers can take part in the numerous watersports available on Lake Annecy, just 1.5 km away.

Chateau de Galinee at St Cast

Caravan holidays in Brittany

In the spacious grounds of a picture postcard ch?teau lies a wonderful water park with slides and paddling area plus an indoor aquatic area for a spot of luxurious pampering. Take time to explore the myriad coastal paths around St Cast, a popular holiday centre of its own with a famous sandy beach and of course St Malo's historic walled centre with some fine restaurants and cr?peries.

Les Menhirs at Carnac Plage

Caravan holidays in Brittany

The ideal choice for a family beach holiday with the bustling seaside resort of Carnac Plage within a 5 minute stroll. The park itself features an excellent swimming pool complex, with a giant waterslide and water chute, covered pool and even a little slide into the children's pool. Children can also go for pony rides just off the park, while adults can hire bikes to go around the peninsula as well as enjoying the small gym, solarium and jacuzzi and a number of games such as football, basketball and boules. And if you can tear yourselves away, you'll find that Carnac Plage has a superb sandy beach with a choice of water sports and many fine restaurants and shops.