15 best campsites in France

France is the largest country in Western Europe – and with that comes plenty of places to go camping. French campsites can be as budget-friendly or budget blow-out as you want – think private chalets, secluded cottages and spacious pitches – but it’s always best to book in advance to save on costs and avoid disappointment.

What are the best campsites to visit in France?

Below, we’ve selected some of the best campsites in France, including places that offer a range of sports, activities and facilities before you hunker down for the night in a cosy cottage or tent. 

Whether you’re considering a filled family vacation, or a chilled stay with a group of friends, read on for our round-up of the best campsites in France. 

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1. Camping Les Cascades

Scenically situated at the foot of the Cascades du Sautadet, Camping Les Cascades is perfect for families who are looking to go camping in France. 

There are cottages, glamping tents and tent lodge safaris to choose from, and five hectares of unspoilt nature to enjoy, along with a heated swimming pool, multiple paddling pools, and sports and activities available year-round, from petanque to river fishing.

As such, it's a great place if you're visiting France with kids, with an on-site Italian restaurant.

How to get to Camping Les Cascades

Area: Languedoc-Roussillon, La Roque-sur-Cèze, Gard

The nearest airports are Avignon, Nîmes and Montpellier. From the airport, you’ll need to rent a car to reach the campsite.

From Avignon, the drive is around an hour, and from Nîmes and Montpellier it’ll take just over an hour.

You could also take a train to La Roque-sur-Cèze from Avignon TGV or Nîmes, and then rent a car — public transport to La Roque-sur-Cèze is limited and not ideal for reaching the campsite.

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2. Camping Les Tropiques

Make the most of the tropical vibes at Camping Les Tropiques! Thanks to its Mediterranean-feel, it’s one of the best campsites in France to unwind — just head to the wellness centre to switch off. 

There’s plenty of other activities to get involved with, too — play tennis, dive into water-aerobics or try your hand at archery.

With cottages, chalets and tents to choose from (including accessible options), and various kids clubs catering for five to 17 year olds, there’s something for everyone here. If that wasn't enough it's close to the beach.

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How to get to Camping Les Tropiques

Area: Languedoc-Roussillon, Torreilles, Pyrénées Orientales

Perpignan–Rivesaltes Airport is the closest (approx. 15 km / 20 min). From the airport, car rental or taxi is the easiest option.

Alternatively, the nearest train station, Perpignan Gare, is accessible by high-speed trains (TGV and Intercités) from Paris, Lyon, Montpellier, and Barcelona.

From Perpignan, take a taxi (approx. 25 minutes) or rent a car to reach the campsite.

3. Camping Le Domaine des Bans

In northeastern France lies the Camping Le Domaine des Bans. As camping holidays in France go, this is a great place to base yourself if you want to explore further out. 

From here, you can hike through the valleys and hills of the Vosges; go for a clifftop walk along the Route des Cretes; or climb to the top of Ballon des Vosges for landscape-studded views.

After an active day, rest up at one of the cottages – ranging from basic to swish styles – that sleep up to five people. 

How to get to  Camping Le Domaine des Bans

Area: Lorraine, Gerardmer, Vosges

The closest airports are Brive–Vallée de la Dordogne (45 minutes by car), Toulouse-Blagnac (2 hours) and Bergerac (1.5 hour).

Alternatively, the nearest train station is Gourdon. Approximately 15 km from Payrac, trains run from Toulouse, Brive-la-Gaillarde and Paris.

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4. Camping Le Lavedan

Nestled at the foothills of the Pyrenees National Park, Camping Le Lavedan it’s a perfect base for exploring mountain sites like Lourdes, Gavarnie, and the Col du Tourmalet — ideal for nature lovers, cyclists, and hikers.

Cottages and chalets are available here (including accessible options) and sleep up to six people. 

Looking to for how to have an inexpensive holiday in France? Opt for their pitch sites, which allow you to spread out and make the most of the natural scenery. Get stuck in with activities such as water-aerobics, yoga lessons and group sports.

There’s also a range of fun activities nearby, such as kayaking, rafting and even hot air balloon rides! Plus, just 15km from the site lies the Lac de Lourdes, making this one of the most conveniently located campsites in France with lakes.

How to get to Camping Le Lavedan

Area: Midi-Pyrenees, Argeles-Gazost, Hautes-Pyrénées

5. Camping Payrac Les Pins

With water slides, evening entertainment and bakeries surrounded by a lush green landscape, you can make the most of the Dordogne at the Camping Payrac Les Pins. 

There’s a distinctive small-community feel, which encapsulates the best of this quaint French region.

The cottages and tent lodge are just as charming, sleeping up to five people, as well as numerous pitches. 

Also on site are a number of pools and slides – but a few kilometres away from the campsite is the Dordogne River in an area that boasts plenty of the best things to do in France.

How to get to Camping Payrac Les Pins

Area: Midi-Pyrenees, Payrac, Lot

Tarbes–Lourdes–Pyrénées Airport is around 25 minutes by car, and Toulouse–Blagnac Airport is about 2 hours away.

Traveling by train? Direct trains to Lourdes, the nearest station, run from Toulouse, Pau and Paris. From Lourdes, take a taxi or local bus to Argelès-Gazost (approx. 15–20 minutes).

6. Camping Sylvamar

Dive into an impressive water scene at Camping Sylvamar. The on-site aquatic park packs a punch with outdoor heated pools, lazy rivers and waterslides – plus plenty more for all ages. 

Prefer to stick to dry land? There’s just as much to choose from — think clay pigeon shooting, dance classes and archery.

Choose from basic two- to three-bedroomed cottages or upgrade to a premium stay at the likes of their four-bedroomed Cottage Marbella – or go all out with the chalet with its own private swimming pool.

As a result of offering so much, Camping Sylvamar is one of the best campsites in France.

How to get to Camping Sylvamar

Area: Aquitaine (Bordeaux), Hossegor, Landes

The closest airport, Biarritz Pays Basque Airport, is around 35 minutes by car.

Meanwhile, the nearest train station is Labenne Gare (approx. 4 km from the campsite), which is served by direct regional trains from Bayonne, Biarritz and Dax.

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7. Camping Les Îles

Camping Les Îles is ideally situated just a few kilometers from the sea in Granville, northeastern France. 

The campsite offers a range of swimming opportunities, whether you want to soak up in a Jacuzzi, let the little ones splash about in the paddling pool or simply recline on a sunbed by the pools.

The upmarket rental accommodation comes with an allocated parking space. 

The premium accommodation are uniquely styled cottages that sleep up to eight, while the slightly more basic (but just as scenic) cottages and chalets sleep up to six.

How to get to Camping Les Îles

Area: Granville

The closest airport, Rennes–Saint-Jacques Airport, is around 1.5 hours by car, while Paris Charles de Gaulle is around 3.5–4-hours away.

Direct trains run from Paris Montparnasse (3.5 hours), Caen and Rennes.

From the station, take a taxi (about 10 minutes) to the campsite.

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8. Camping Les Voiles d’Anjou

If you’re looking for camping holidays in the Loire Valley, look no further than Camping Les Voiles d’Anjou. 

This serene campsite doesn’t cover a huge amount of space, but that’s part of its charm; and there’s still enough room for beach volleyball!

There’s a fantastic range of rental units, from upmarket gipsy caravans to humble cottages.

Near the campsite are vineyards, châteaux and unique villages to check out.

How to get to Camping Les Voiles d’Anjou

Area: Pays de la Loire, Saumur, Maine-et-Loire

Angers–Loire Airport is around 40 minutes by car, while Paris airports are around three hours away.

The nearest train station, Les Rosiers-sur-Loire Gare SNCF is less than 2 km from the campsite and served by regional trains from Angers, Saumur and Tours.

From the station, you can walk, cycle, or take a short taxi ride.

9 . Camping Le Chaponnet

Combine the best of land and sea at Camping Le Chaponnet, idyllically located along the Vendée coastline. In fact, you can make the most of the beaches by taking the free shuttle bus that services between the campsite and beaches during the high season.

The rental accommodation at Camping Le Chaponnet ranges from premium chalets and cottages to standard cottages that sleep up to eight people (accessible options available) in verdant surroundings. 

All ages and abilities will enjoy the sports and activities on-site; choose from archery, basketball courts and, in case of a rainy day, an indoor gym.

How to get to Camping Le Chaponnet

Area: Pays de la Loire, Brem-sur-Mer, Vendée

Nantes Atlantique Airport is around 1.5 hours by car, while La Rochelle Airport is in the region of two hours away.

The nearest train station, Les Sables-d’Olonne, is served by direct TGV and TER trains from Nantes, La Roche-sur-Yon and Paris.

10. Camping La Clairière

Take a well-deserved detox with a stay at Camping La Clairière. Here you’ll not only find a dedicated wellness area, where you can pamper yourself into bliss, but you can also enjoy a few hours at the rum and oyster bar before deciding what to do next. 

The tents and cottages sleep up to six people and range from brand-new premium cabanas and chalets to spacious cottages and furnished tents.

While you’re here, dive into a family-friendly aquatic area with its tropical lagoon and thatched beach bar, or drop the kids off at one of the day clubs where they can play mini-golf and treasure hunts while making a bunch of new friends.

How to get to Camping La Clairière

Area: Poitou-Charentes, La Tremblade, Charente-Maritime

The nearest train station, Les Sables-d’Olonne, is served by direct TGV and TER trains from Nantes, La Roche-sur-Yon and Paris.

La Rochelle-Île de Ré Airport is around 1.5 hrs by car, and the nearest train stations, Rochefort SNCF or Saujon, are served by regional TER trains from La Rochelle, Saintes, and Bordeaux.

From the station, you’ll need to take a taxi or bus to La Tremblade (20–30 minutes).

11. Camping L’Etoile des Neiges

Ideally situated at the base of Saint Jean Montclar, one of the top skiing and hiking destinations in France, Camping L’Etoile des Neiges makes for a perfect camping holiday in France come summer or winter. 

The cottages, chalets and pitches are tucked away in a wooded area near a trickling stream.

Pick up picnic supplies from the on-site bakery or head down to the petanque area to enjoy an authentic French experience. Venture off-site to the nearby delights of the Mercantour national park and Serre-Ponçon lake.

How to get to Camping L’Etoile des Neiges

Area: Provence-Alpes-French Riviera, Saint jean Montclar, Alpes de Haute-Provence

The closest airports are Marseille Provence Airport (2h30 by car) and Nice Côte d’Azur Airport (3h30 by car).

From Paris, the TGV goes as far as Aix-en-Provence, then switch to TER to Digne or Gap.

From Gap or Digne, take a regional bus to Saint-Jean Montclar (30–60 minutes).

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12. Camping Le Couspeau

Over in southeastern France’s Drôme region, Camping Le Couspeau promises a memorable stay. 

The pitches, chalets, glamping tents and tent lodges (including accessible options) all overlook different parts of the stunning Bordeaux Valley, so it really is time to book that trip!

There’s a great choice of sports and activities to choose from, whether you want to stretch yourself with a yoga class, give pottery a go or join in with the group sports.

How to get to Camping Le Couspeau

Area: Rhone-Alpes, Poet-Celard, Drome

Driving is the best option for flexibility and access to this remote area. The nearest airports are Lyon-Saint Exupéry and Marseille Provence.

From Lyon, it takes around 2.5 hours 30 to drive here. From Marseille, around three hours.

13. Camping Belle Plage

Stay in the heart of Brittany at Camping Belle Plage. 

This sprawling campsite gives you the chance to play beach volleyball and petanque, join various-aged kids clubs and relax into a massage, but better still, it provides direct access to the beach!

However you choose to spend your day, the top-of-the-range accommodation is just what you need to wind down in. 

There’s premium cottages as well as more standard-style cottages and tents that sleep up to eight people, including accessibility options.

How to get to Camping Belle Plage

Area: Brittany, Lorient, Morbihan

The nearest airport is Lorient Bretagne Sud Airport. From here, you can take a taxi or rental car to the campsite (15 minutes).

14. Camping Pomport Beach

Looking for campsites in France with lakes? Camping Pomport Beach should be at the top of your list – there’s a lake within the campsite grounds! 

This holiday hotspot is located in the village of Pomport in the stunning Dordogne region. 

The soft sand beach, numerous sunbeds and restaurants on-site make this a great place to unwind.

Why not take advantage of their bike rental service and head out to the neighbouring vineyards? The Dordogne is one of the top wine-making regions in Europe, if not the world, thanks to its ideal soil and grape-growing settings – and a healthy dose of sunshine.

How to get to Camping Pomport Beach

Area: Aquitaine, Bergerac, Dordogne

The nearest airport, Bergerac Dordogne Périgord, is served by direct flights from UK and other European cities.

From the airport, it's 20 minutes by taxi or rental car to the campsite.

The nearest train station, Gare de Bergerac, is accessible by regional TER trains from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean (1h30).

15. Camping L’Ocean Breton

The expansive Camping L’Ocean Breton, located in southern Finistère in Brittany, is situated nearby to many lovely beaches, and you can make the most of its ocean-side setting by taking in the ancient history and intriguing heritage of the area.

There’s a huge range of accommodation to choose from, from cottages including their own spas to peaceful little lodges (including accessible options), depending on whether you want to be at the heart of the action or somewhere a little more secluded.

How to get to Camping L’Ocean Breton

Area: Brittany, Lesconil, Finistere

The nearest Airport, Quimper-Bretagne Airport (approx. 20 km from the site) is served by flights from Paris and other domestic locations.

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