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.

Camping le Palavas at Pavalas les Flots

Caravan holidays in Languedoc

Camping la Palavas has an almost island feel as it is situated on barrier land protecting sheltered ponds from the Mediterranean. Due to its location the campsite has direct access to a long, white sandy beach ? perfect for whiling an afternoon away under the Mediterranean sunshine. To make the most of the ocean you can hire jet-ski?s and pedaloes and take to the water for the day. Don?t forget your sun-cream! The campsite?s heated outdoor pool and waterslides are perfect for cooling off after enjoying the many activities that the campsite has to offer. During July and August the campsite comes alive as dusk falls and you can enjoy discos and shows with the site?s entertainment team.

La Cote d'Argent at Hourtin Plage

Caravan holidays in Royan

Cote d'Argent is a fantastic?family?choice thanks to its excellent facilities and good access to many other sights and attractions nearby. Here, you're just 300m from a lovely sandy beach where you can hire surfboards and take advantage of the huge Atlantic rollers. You're also just a ten minute drive away from France's largest fresh water lake where more water sports are available, and slightly further afield are famous vineyards including Pessac and Medoc - perfect for wine lovers. On parc the superb facilities include bicycle hire, horse riding and a new waterpark?opened in 2013. There's also organised entertainment, plus popular bar, restaurant and take-away, while just a few minutes away?at Hourtin Plage there are plenty more bars and restaurants to sample.

La Garangeoire at St Julien des Landes

Caravan holidays in Vendee

Part of the prestigious Castels chain of parks, La Garangeoire is a splendid site. Although just a 15 minute drive from the Vendee beaches, the park is set in breathtakingly beautiful woods, meadows and lakes. With many generous and largely un-shaded pitches, you are able to explore many of the delightful well marked walks. There is no shortage of things to do with tennis, fishing and boating on the lake. The modern restaurant and bar overlooking the superb pool and the cosy pub style bar offer a pleasant evening.

L'Etoile D'Argens at St Aygulf

Caravan holidays in Riviera

L'Etoile d'Argenshas a lovely pool complex with adjoining bar and restaurant is popular with all the guests, as is the animation programme which runs from May to August, offering organised activities for the whole family. The parc is set next to a vineyard and the tranquil River Argens which, in high summer, is a sail route for the parc's 44-seater boat down to the golden beaches of St. Aygulf - some of the best beaches on the C?te d'Azur. Also off parc, just across the bay is popular Fr?jus and fashionable St. Rapha?l.

Serignan Plage at Serignan Plage

Caravan holidays in Languedoc

Le Serignan Plage has great facilities for a family holiday including a gigantic outdoor lagoon pool, complete with waterslides and shallow pools for the little ones. For those looking for a relaxing treat the new water spa fitness centre, which is free for our customers, offers a unique spa experience, with its hydro massage whirlpool and underwater massage path. And for those who wish to take an early or late summer holiday there is a small indoor pool. There is a fun mini-club for younger family members and disco, (which is sound proofed), arcade games and waterslides for older children. You'll also find a wealth of sports for adults, including aerobics and boules, as well as a typical Provencal restaurant, a candle-lit terrace by the bar and a broad sandy beach, with a naturist section close by.

La Grande Metairie at Carnac

Caravan holidays in Brittany

Ideal for young families in early or late summer; lively enough for everyone in high summer. It's the fantastic pool complex with its lazy river, waterslides and indoor pool that first catches your eye at La Grande Metairie. 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. A member of the prestigious 'Castels' chain, La Grande Metairie is situated in stunning parkland just a few miles from the coast, putting numerous splendid beaches and other attractions within easy reach. In fact, Carnac's famous standing stones are opposite the park.

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.

Yelloh Villages les Mouettes at Carantec

Caravan holidays in Brittany

The pool complex is just one of the amazing features of this Yelloh site. Little ones will love splashing around by the fountains and under the bridges, meanwhile can relax on the large sun terraces. In addition a new indoor pool is planned for 2010. Short tennis and mini-golf are ideal for children, while adults can unwind in the bubbling jacuzzi. In the evening you can relax on the bar terrace while the children migrate to the indoor games room or to the disco. A road leads you down from the site to a small beach where children can explore the rock pools with their nets at low tide.

Camping Aluna Vacances at Ruoms

Caravan holidays in Ardeche

At the heart of the Ard?che, Aluna Vacances offers you a fun-packed environment that is perfect for a family holiday. You can spend a relaxing or fun-filled afternoon at the beautiful pool area that has several swimming pools, a paddling pool and waterslides. The campsite offers many activities for the whole family with football, basketball and tennis available on site. The surrounding areas are perfect for an adventurous holiday with canoeing, kayaking and quad biking available. A must is to enjoy a canoe ride down the Ard?che River, taking in the beautiful sight of the Pont d?Arc. Evenings on the campsite centre around the restaurant which has stunning views over the valley before enjoying entertainment in the purpose built theatre.

Camping le Soleil at Argeles

Caravan holidays in Languedoc

There is a real holiday atmosphere here making it an ideal base for families, sun-seekers and water sports enthusiasts alike, with excellent facilities and a well organised entertainment programme. The focal point is the fantastic tropical pool complex and bar, set amongst mature trees and flowering shrubs. Soak up the rays on the spacious sun deck while the children splash around in the pool. In the evenings, sample a delicious meal from the restaurant before heading to the bar for the lively evening entertainment. Every evening during July and August, there is an underground nightclub for teenagers.

Domaine des Naiades at Port Grimaud

Caravan holidays in Cote d'Azur

The pitches at Domaine des Naiades sit in terraces on the hillside, amidst pine, cork oak and sweet scented mimosa trees, and the facilities are housed in traditional Provencal-style buildings. The pool complex has an Olympic sized swimming pool, separate childrens pool and an exciting twin, double-spiralled water chute. In the evenings, unwind on the leafy terrace of the welcoming bar and restaurant and enjoy a delicious meal.

Esterel at St Raphael

Caravan holidays in Cote d'Azur

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.

Le Ranc Davaine at St Alban

Caravan holidays in Ardeche

At St. Alban there are two inviting swimming pools and a children's pool, with a covered pool complex, as well as tennis and mini-golf, plus activities like archery and horse riding in high season. Canoeing on the lovely River Chassezac close by is an added bonus. And at the end of the day, you can also relax over a drink in the pleasant bar. St. Alban is a lightly shaded park that enjoys a stunning setting and offers plenty to do for even the most active of families. The park becomes lively in high season too, with a full programme of entertainment that includes cabarets and a disco. Out and about, you will find Barjac and Balazuc well worth a visit.

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.

La Pergola at Lac de Chalain

Caravan holidays in Jura

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 Clarys Plage at St Jean Plage

Caravan holidays in Vendee

In a very popular family area, this excellent park is regarded as one of the best in the Vendee. It is located close to the beach, just a ten minute walk, and five miles south of the busy town of St Jean-de-Monts (which also has some great beaches). The focal point of this modern park is the swimming complex that has outdoor and indoor pools, heated pools, jacuzzi and slides/chutes. There is also an excellent children's play area, which along with the many activities makes this a popular family resort. The park runs entertainment throughout the season and there are many local restaurants close by.

Camping les Vignes at Lit et Mixe

Caravan holidays in Aquitane

The main feature of the campsite is the fantastic pool complex, set in exotic, colourful surroundings. The heated pool, waterslides and spacious terrace means that there is something for everyone for a relaxing day by the pool. If you are seeking ultimate relaxation then you may want to enjoy a visit to the wellness centre where you can relax in the sauna or enjoy a massage. There are plenty of activities on site to keep the whole family amused including volleyball, tennis and football. As the site is set in beautiful surroundings, you can hire a bike to get out and explore. For a change of pace, during high season, catch the free shuttle to the nearby beach where you can relax on the shores of the Atlantic or enjoy some windsurfing.

De la Baie at La Trinite-sur-Mer

Caravan holidays in Brittany

Run by enthusiastic owners, the park offers a wide range of organised children's activities, sports tournaments, bicycle tours and walks. It also features a lovely pool with some shade and a great waterslide. Its greatest attraction though is the choice of two safe sandy beaches, both just a short, safe stroll away. There is also an excellent bar, restaurant, and crêperie, from which you can watch the children playing on the beach, or look out further to the bright sails of the windsurfers beyond. See it just once and you'll understand why Brittany's soft, sandy beaches are such a popular destination for families.

Domaine de la Rive at Biscarosse

Caravan holidays in Gascony

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.