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 that are close to the beach.

Perfect for families, couples and groups, holiday parks in 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 France that are close to the beach have excellent facilities including swimming pools, covered and heated pools, restaurants, bars and Internet WiFi.

Aloha Village at Serignan Plage, Languedoc

Caravan parks close to the beach in South East France

Aloha Village is the ideal place for families who want to fill every moment of the day, and evening too. It offers two bars, a pizzeria, restaurant and ice-cream parlour, not to mention the large pool for swimmers as well as a fun pool complete with waterslide. There's also tennis, a gym and a multi-sport area for football, volleyball and basketball. 500m away there are stables for horse riding and pony trekking. During the day, there is a busy kids club, while most evenings are filled with lively entertainment for all. Yet despite all this, it's also a wonderful place to simply relax.

Mar Estang Camping Club at Canet Plage, Languedoc

Caravan parks close to the beach in South East France

Mar Estang Camping Club is a large and lively campsite, set 100 metres from a beautiful sandy beach and close to the resort of Canet Plage. The facilities are modern and well kept and a real highlight of the site is the fantastic pool complex. Located at the heart of the site there are multiple pools, paddling pools for little ones and waterslides. If you prefer a calmer time at the pool then pull up a lounger and relax in the sunshine. The campsite runs a fun-filled entertainment programme to keep everyone from the youngest member of the family to the oldest entertained. In the evening enjoy a meal in one the restaurants or enjoy a drink in the bar before being treated to some great entertainment from the campsite animation team.

Ville Franche at Villefranche, Riviera

Caravan parks close to the beach in South East France

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.

Le Vieux Port at Messanges, Gascony

Caravan parks close to the beach in South West France

Situated right on the Atlantic coast, and awarded the prestigious La Clef Verte award, Le Vieux Port enjoys direct access to a long, sandy beach, backed by sand dunes, which shelves steeply into the lively waves. There's also a splendid adventure playground, tennis, table tennis, and all sorts of games and sports events during the busy summer months, when the atmosphere is extremely lively. You'll find that the park's own grill restaurant makes the ideal place to eat too, when you're not at the weekly barbecue, or occasional disco held in high season. Delightful Bordeaux and bustling Bayonne are also both within easy reach by car.

Le Littoral at Sables d'Olonne, Vendee

Caravan parks close to the beach in North West France

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 de Galinee at St Cast, Brittany

Caravan parks close to the beach in North West France

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.

Les Sablons at Portiragnes Plage, Languedoc

Caravan parks close to the beach in South East France

The holiday park is very pleasant with great facilities and direct access to a broad stretch of fine, sandy beach. Les Sablons is just half a mile from the popular resort of Portiragnes-Plage. The pool complex has swimming and children's pool with great water slides, and of course sun terraces in pleasant grounds. If you are feeling more energetic then Les Sablons has tennis and volleyball, as well as a children's play area. There is a popular bar and restaurant and there is regularly organised entertainment for all the family all season. Away from the park you will find the delightful resorts of Cap d'Agde and Valras-Plage within easy reach.

La Carabasse at Vias Plage, Languedoc

Caravan parks close to the beach in South East France

There really is so much to do in and around La Carabasse. There's a giant pool on park, the Med and the resort of Vias Plage are close by and the great thing is everything is accessible by foot. Vias Plage has everything from bars and restaurants to discos, shops and even a fun fair. Stretch your legs a little further and you'll arrive at places like the old town of Vias and the beautiful Canal du Midi.

Les Rivages de Rochelongue at Cap d'Agde, Languedoc

Caravan parks close to the beach in South East France

Agde is one of France's oldest towns and boasts 14km of beautiful fine sandy beaches, with scattered basalt cliffs and small rocky islands. Cap d'Agde is an ideal starting point for exploring the hinterland's rich cultural heritage, including its outstanding archaeological heritage where at the heart of the town is the impressive fortified Romanesque cathedral built of volcanic stone. The apartment is situated 50m from the sea front and is a lively resort with its own private swimming pool. Nearby are many cycle routes which are a perfect way to explore, as well as scuba diving and hiking trials.

Camping Col Vert at Lac de Leon, Aquitane

Caravan parks close to the beach in South West France

This fantastic campsite is perfect for an active family holiday. Nestled in the heart of a forest and on the shore of Lac de Leon there are plenty of options to keep everyone happy with lots of activities on offer. There are plenty of places to take a dip on site after enjoying an active day in the sunshine. Kids will love the colourful aqua play area with its slides and fountains. Waterslides, including large inflatable ones, will keep the older kids entertained while the heated pool is perfect for a refreshing dip or maybe the sunloungers on the pool terrace will have your name written on them. If you fancy pampering yourself, a complete wellness centre can be found at the heart of the campsite. To end a fun-filled day on the campsite nicely, you can sample the local cuisine at the on-site restaurant or simply chill out at the bar terrace overlooking the lake.

Les Charmettes at Les Mathes, Royan

Caravan parks close to the beach in South West France

The park is quiet and serene around the edges, but delve a little deeper and Les Charmettes really packs a punch. It's a perfect holiday destination that ticks all the boxes for a great holiday. An amazing array of facilities on park that keeps the whole family entertained, plenty of beaches nearby that would suit toddlers to teens, and a location that combines good weather within a manageable travelling distance.

Camping la Sirene at Argeles, Languedoc

Caravan parks close to the beach in South East France

Camping la Sirene is the perfect location for an activity filled family holiday, starting with the breathtaking pool complex with a multitude of waterslides where children can play for hours. If they tire of splashing around, then Club La Sirene offers a multitude of activities, including tennis, mini-golf and scuba diving. Mile after mile of soft sand with excellent water sports facilities await you along the coast. In the evenings on site, the entertainment team run a varied programme of events for all ages, including karaoke and late night cabarets at the open air bar and a popular disco pub for older teenagers.

Le Soleil des Landes at Lit et Mixe, Aquitane

Caravan parks close to the beach in South West France

Le Soleil des Landes is spread across 24 acres of century-old trees yet handily close to a Landaise village. With one of the most stunning beaches on the C?te d'Argent just 5 miles away too, here you can enjoy both the ocean and the back country which makes the area so special.

Biscarosse at Biscarosse, Gascony

Caravan parks close to the beach in South West France

Le Domaine de Gascogne resort offers a superb 18 hole golf course, activities including horse riding for all levels and a stunning beach near by. The little ones will love the "Aventure Parc", a leisure and nature park at Biscarrosse-Plage approximately 6 km away. There are 17 hiking trails and 100km of cycle paths nearby, perfect for day trips. The apartments are pleasantly laid out around the golf course, many with attractive open views of the green, swimming pool or pine forest.

Criques de Porteils at Collioure, Languedoc

Caravan parks close to the beach in South East France

Nestled on the rocky coves that typify this small corner of France, this terraced Castels park combines unique scenery with direct access to several small pebble beaches. If you fancy learning something new, the park offers scuba diving, so you can explore the beautiful coves and rock pools under the water. With a small pool, modern facilities, Criques is ideal for a quiet family holiday or couples seeking a cultural retreat from the hustle and bustle of the nearby resorts of Argeles Plage, which itself is a short, drive away. Why not walk the coastal path into the stunning town of Collioure for a bite to eat in one of the many seafood restaurants sampling delicious local dishes. With so much to do and its stunning setting we know you'll want to go back to Criques in years to come. Some train noise can be heard.

Camping le Neptune at Argeles, Languedoc

Caravan parks close to the beach in South East France

At the heart of the Languedoc-Roussillon, Le Neptune is only a short stroll away from the well-known resort of Arg?les-Plage. The campsite is small but with everything that you could need for a fantastic holiday in beautiful surroundings. The pretty pool complex is ta great spot for relaxing on the sun terrace, enjoying a dip or whizzing down the waterslide. To keep everyone active, the campsite organises many activities for the whole family and offers a mini-club for children as well as sports activities such as football and basketball. Close to the campsite you can also enjoy horse-riding and water sports. To make the most of the beautiful surroundings, why not hire a bike and explore?

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.

Les Genets at St Jean Plage, Vendee

Caravan parks close to the beach in North West France

Surrounded by attractive woodland, the excellent facilities make Les Genets ideal for a family holiday. Older children will particularly enjoy a holiday at this lively campsite. The focal point is the outstanding watermark with jacuzzi, waterslides, water chute and lazy-river as well as spacious sun terraces and a new modern bar just been added. A short stroll takes you to a beautiful sandy beach or you can explore the woods and dunes along the coast. This site is three quarters of a mile from Merlin Plage, and four miles from St Jean-de-Monts.

Le Touquet at Le Touquet, Picardy

Caravan parks close to the beach in North East France

A major civic renovation programme, preserving the resort's historic heart, means that now is the ideal time to experience this historic, elegant corner of Picardy. A beach resort with a fashionable past behind it, Le Touquet's well planned streets and bracing forest tracks offer everything from dunes to dressage. The sea is never far away, not least from the Thalassotherapy centre, with its restorative spa treats. Outside, you can enjoy a swim in the sun at the beach, or a gallop at the equestrian centre nearby. France's northeast coast is wonderfully invigorating and Le Touquet is the perfect spot for exploring.

La Vallee at Houlgate, Normandy

Caravan parks close to the beach in North West France

Situated in Normandy, La Vallee has a glorious rural setting and is not far from a sandy beach and the Edwardian seaside town of Houlgate. This pretty park is scattered with flowering hedges and fruit trees, with some of the excellent facilities. At the heart of site is a beautifully converted Norman manor house in which you will find a bar that overlooks the pool complex. In addition to the pools, one with a new slide, and well-equipped play area, there is an the park entertainment team who arrange a wide variety of activities for the whole family, including discos in the games room and Karaoke nights. Please note that some train noise can be heard in some areas.