If you are heading to France for a short break or holiday then the popular area of North West France offers some super caravan accommodation that are close to the beach to choose from.

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

Les Pierres Couchees at Saint-Brevin-les-Pins, Brittany

Caravan parks close to the beach in North West France

Les Pierres Couchees is surrounded by tranquil woodland, perfect for cycling, walks and picnics. During the day, park life drifts down to the golden beach, just 500m away, with the on-park pool and slides a favourite for families at the end of the day. A cosy amphitheatre at the centre of the site grabs the attention for children's clubs and much of the evening entertainment.

Les Mouettes at Carantec, Brittany

Caravan parks close to the beach in North West France

Les Mouettes is situated near one of the most beautiful bays on the Breton coast. Carantec has a feeling of peace and spaciousness that makes it a popular choice with families. Mature trees and shrubs enhance the park area where most of the pitches are grassy and some are partly shaded but, there are also some large, sunny pitches. One of the main attractions is the impressive swimming pool complex overlooked by the bar terrace, where the children will enjoy floating along the lazy river surrounding the huge water chutes. They can also try their hand at the unusual 18-hole crazy-golf course, not forgetting the beach is just 1.5km away. The picturesque old port of Roscoff is near by and offers boat trips to the island of Batz.

Yello Village Cote de Nacre at St Aubin-sur-Mer, Normandy

Caravan parks close to the beach in North West France

Within 1/2 a mile of a sandy beach Cote de Nacre is a site with plenty to do including a tropical pool complex with swimming pool, water slides and chutes. There is a covered pool which is heated and a childrens splash pool. For those looking to relax there is a sauna and Hammam, There is a playground for smaller children and organised activities for children aged 7-10 years from mid July to August. For older children there is table tennis and table football as well as outdoor fun including a synthetic outdoor ice rink, multi sport pitch for football, basketball, volleyball and tennis. There is a bar, restaurant, takeaway on site. There is evening entertainment from mid July to August including weekly disco, live music, quizzes and karaoke.

Le Bois Masson at Saint-Jean-de-Monts, Vendee

Caravan parks close to the beach in North West France

The park has a big personality and you can't help but be pulled in by the infectious atmosphere. Le Bois Masson is sister park to Le Bois Dormant, just a stones throw away, you can enjoy the best of both distinctive locations. Both parks offer fantastic pool complexes, Le Bois Masson having an indoor pool, a heated outdoor pool, a toddler pool and a 4 lane slide. The park's heart is very much around the pool and the bar complex.

Le Clarys Plage at St Jean Plage, Vendee

Caravan parks close to the beach in North West France

The pool complex covers all the bases with water slides; children's pool; jacuzzi and indoor swimming pool there is something for every one who likes water. For those who prefer the salty version the beach is a short walk and is great for jumping waves, body boarding or relaxing in the sun. There is an extensive programme of activities supplied by the Al Fresco children's club as well as the on site facilities including children's playground; tennis; table tennis and football/volleyball pitch. Off site there are plenty of things to keep you occupied with bike hire around the corner; Atlantic Toboggan water park a short drive away to the picturesque town of St Giles Croix De Vie; the wonderful promenade at St Jean de Monts with a fantastic long beach, cafes, bars and shops all within a short drive. A little further away you will find the zoo at Sables which is worth a visit.

Yelloh Villages les Mouettes at Carantec, Brittany

Caravan parks close to the beach in North West France

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.

Chateau d'Olonne at Les Sables d'Olonne, Vendee

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There is much to see here the Ile de Penotte, a picturesque old quarter in the town centre with pedestrian alleys and facades decorated with shells by a local artist, not to mention the La Chaume quarter, where the city originated, the fishermen's district, with the Place Sainte Anne and its magnificent trompe l'il fresco. And don't miss the delicious food market or fishing port where you can find fish at its freshest. The historical theme park, Le Grand Parc du Puy du Fou is also just 92km away. Located in the Vendee, a region famous for its long sandy beaches, close to Les Sables d'Olonne, Residence L'Estran is a hotel and residence located between the Puits d'Enfer, a deep cleft in the cliff into which the sea comes crashing at high tide, and the town centre. The swimming pool faces the sea and the sandy beaches are just 2km away. There are many activities available locally too such as golf and water sports. There is something for everyone.

Yelloh Village le Ranolien at Perros, Brittany

Caravan parks close to the beach in North West France

Camping le Ranolien holds a stunning location on Brittanys pink granite coast, with amazing views out to sea. This is a beautifully landscaped site, with emplacements set amongst majestic pine trees and giant boulders. There is a lively atmosphere and plenty going on for the children with cabaret, cinema and teenage disco nights. Children will love the tropical-style pool complex with its multiple waterslides and fountains, overlooked by the bar terrace. In addition to the pool there is a luxury spa. An old Breton barn houses the popular restaurant and creperie which offers a tremendous choice of crepes and locally brewed cider. Take a walk along the Smugglers Path which runs for miles along the coast and offers superb views and beaches.

La Yole at St Jean Plage, Vendee

Caravan parks close to the beach in North West France

La Yole is one of the most popular sites in the region. It is located just two miles from the beach of Les Mouettes in a restful setting and family atmosphere. There are a number of pools including an indoor pool, water-slide, paddling pool and play area - lots to entertain all the family. The restaurant, offers a varied menu, and pleasant bar overlook the swimming pools. Evening entertainment, held at the bar can get quite lively during high season and may be heard from some parts of the site.

Cap Coz at Fouesnant, Brittany

Caravan parks close to the beach in North West France

Cap Coz is situated in a sandy spit of land which makes it seem like an island. It is ideally placed for sunbathing on beaches backed with pine trees. If you are into wildlife there is a boat trip to the sanctuaries of the Glenan Islands. Cap Coz is perfectly placed as a base to explore Brittany's famous landscapes and busy market towns.

Le Clarys Plage at St Jean Plage, Vendee

Caravan parks close to the beach in North West France

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.

Yelloh Village la Vallee at Houlgate, Normandy

Caravan parks close to the beach in North West France

Yelloh! Village la Vall?e is in an excellent location, just minutes from the town of Houlgate and only 900m from the local beach, making it a great choice for a relaxing holiday. The site is well maintained and has a real authentic French feel. Grassy, tree-lined emplacements offer lots of privacy and space for children to play and explore. An excellent pool complex will keep the whole family entertained. With water slides for the children and a massage pool for the adults, everyone will find something to enjoy. The surrounding countryside is ideal for cycling and deserves exploration. In the evening relax in the bar and enjoy the live entertainment.

Les Mouettes at Carantec, Brittany

Caravan parks close to the beach in North West France

The park has a feeling of peace and spaciousness and coupled with the excellent facilities makes it popular with families. Most of the pitches are grassy and some are partly shaded; the park is looked after to a high standard with mature trees and shrubs enhancing the area. Les Mouettes offers a fantastic pool complex including a lazy river and magnificent slides and planned for 2010 is a covered pool. Morlaix is worth visiting with its pretty setting along a river estuary and its old, cobbled shopping streets.

L'Atlantique at Beg Meil, Brittany

Caravan parks close to the beach in North West France

L'Atlantique is just 3km from the small seaside resort of Beg-Meil, with a beautiful setting next to a nature reserve. The site is popular not least because of its swimming pool complex, with its large waterslides and spectacular pools. The beach is only a delightful ten minute walk from the site across a stream and through a nature reserve with all kinds of wildlife. There are great children activities including an authentic fishing boat in the play area and the ocean-themed mini-golf. In peak season, the owners organise competitions, sports, evening entertainment and discos.

La Foret at St Julien des Landes, Vendee

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Just a 10 minute walk from St Julien-des-Landes, this park has a peaceful, rural setting in the parklands of a chateau. Catering for the whole family there is plenty of space for the children to play, and two pools set either side of the chateau. There are 3 lakes for fishing and you will find the bar and many of the park facilities in an attractively converted ivy-clad stables.

La Vallee at Houlgate, Normandy

Caravan parks close to the beach in North West France

One of the premier parks in Normandy, La Vallee enjoys a glorious rural setting not far from a sandy beach and the seaside town of Houlgate. This park is scattered with flowering hedges and fruit trees, with some of the excellent facilities housed in a beautifully converted Norman building and a wealth of activities to keep children occupied. There are superb pools, one of which has a retractable roof, waterslide, well-equipped play area, and even park entertainment who arrange a wide variety of activities for the whole family, including discos in the games room and Karaoke nights. The parc managers are very proud of their park and are keen for regulations to be respected; all in all, this is a superb family park.

L'Atlantique at Beg Meil, Brittany

Caravan parks close to the beach in North West France

L'Atlantique's centrepiece is undoubtedly the swimming pool complex, which has a new covered pool, jacuzzi and health and beauty centre in addition to large waterslides and spectacular pools. You will also be equally impressed by the authentic fishing boat in the play area and the ocean-themed mini golf. In peak season, the owners organise competitions, sports, evening entertainment and discos and they have also created some pitches bordered by hedges, as well as clean, modern toilet blocks. With a lovely beach right on its doorstep, l'Atlantique enjoys an idyllic setting too, ideal for families with children. The walk to the beach even takes you across a stream and through a nature reserve with all kinds of wildlife and you will also find plenty of places to dine nearby.

Le Clarys Plage at St Jean Plage, Vendee

Caravan parks close to the beach in North West France

The high point of many people's holiday here is the wonderful swimming pool complex with its sun terraces, outdoor pool, choice of water-slides, heated indoor pool and even a jacuzzi. And yet, the magnificent beach at Merlin Plage is just a short stroll away, with the beaches of St Jeande- Monts just a little further. Even so, superb swimming facilities and wonderful beaches are only a small part of the reason for coming to this super park. There is an excellent children's play area here, and activities are first class too, with lively regular entertainment in the bar throughout the season, sometimes going on quite late in high summer. There are also several restaurants open nearby in the height of the season. Some of our pitches are across a road from the main park facilities.

Sol a Gogo at St Hilaire, Vendee

Caravan parks close to the beach in 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.

Le Ranolien at Perros Guirec, Brittany

Caravan parks close to the beach in North West France

Le Ranolien is really quite stunning. Colourful hedges and trees blend into the pink granite boulders of the coastline, which allows for some highly individual pitches, as well as easy access to nearby beaches. The owners are continually investing in park facilities, including a mini-cinema and there is a magnificent pool complex which features an impressive array of outdoor pools and water-slides, including a covered, heated pool that's available throughout the season. There is a state of the art spa on site providing a wide range of treatments ready when you need a little extra pampering and relaxing. Away from the site there is an excellent choice of beaches ranging from rocky inlets to sandy coves. Some traffic noise can be heard from certain parts of the park.