Walkers' paradise: Camping sites & Campgrounds in France

Aire Naturelle De Camping La Ferme Aux Cerisiers

• Wild site with spectacular views over the Rhône valley and the Alps
• Lakes and natural pool within seven kilometres
• Farm selling fresh produce, passed by the GR 65 walking trail

1000 Pailles

• Cosy wooden lodges at a small rural site near Labastide de Virac
• Pont d'Arc and Gorges de l'Ardèche within a 20-minute drive
• Ensuite bathroom and kitchen for each lodge; bike hire on site

A Place in Haute-Vienne

• Small and peaceful site in the Perigord Limousin Regional Natural Park
• Half an hour's drive from Limoges, Reynou zoo, zipwires and go-karting
• Pool and games room; airport and shop runs and breakfasts on request

Camping La Coccinelle

• Leafy and peaceful site a 10-minute walk to Blot-l'Église village
• Within 15 minutes’ drive of Gorges de la Sioul and Château Rocher
• Wifi, bar, restaurant, swimming pool, playgrounds and table tennis

Toubies Glamping

• Stay in safari-style tents on the edge of Ariege National Park
• Spectacular views of the Pyrenees
• Hot tub and swimming pool on site

Pinàbre Camping and Caravan Site

• Peaceful family site 40 minutes' drive from Côtes d'Armor beaches
• Within 15 minutes' drive of Moncontour and the Loudéac forest
• Tennis court on site; horse riding, fishing and kayaking nearby

Western City

• Unusual Western-themed units in a peaceful 14-hectare estate
• A 10-minute drive to central Troyes, or cycle the voie verte bike path
• Archery on site; waterpark, forest walks and Champagne houses nearby

Eco Camping Le Peydoucet

• Quiet site among vineyards an hour and 15 minutes’ drive from Bordeaux
• Huitres Fossiles 20 minutes’ drive; Arbor-et-sens 40 minutes
• Dog-friendly site with swimming pool and breakfast available

Cab'ânes du Pibeste

• Well-equipped hut in the Hautes-Pyrénées, 15 minutes from Lourdes
• Link up with the GR101 hiking trail or climb the Pic de Pibeste
• Double bed, ensuite bathroom and outdoor terrace area

Go Alpine

• Wooden Nordic Lodge 250m from the ski lifts in the heart of Paradiski
• Self contained Alpine accommodation for 4/5 people

Glisten Camping at Col d'Ibardin

Camping Au Pont Du Dognon

• Countryside site on the Taurion river
• Nearby hiking and mountain bike trails
• Pool, tennis, snack bar, miniature golf and fishing on site

Atmo'Sphère

• Memorable and unusual stays in a private geodesic dome in the woods
• Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val 10 minutes' drive; 35 minutes to Najac
• Private Nordic bath outside; kitchen, bathroom and cosy bed inside

Camping Les Vallons de l'Océan

• 2km from a beach to forage for oysters, mussels and clams
• Pool, fitness area and summer entertainment for all ages
• Snack bar and food shop

Camping Vue Pyrenees

• Midi-Pyrénées site between woodland and sunflower fields
• Just under an hour's drive from Toulouse
• Pool, paddling pool, sun terrace and bar on site

Camping Les Terres de Belle Rive

• Friendly family-run site by the Vienne river in Candes-Saint-Martin
• A 20-minute drive to Saumur; half an hour to Château de Villandry
• On the Loire à Vélo cycle route, with bike hire and laundry on site

Camping Les Terrasses de Dordogne

• Peaceful Périgord Noir and Dordogne site with spectacular valley views
• A 30-minute drive from the UNESCO site of the Lascaux caves
• Covered aquatic area with heated pool and paddling pool

Camping Des Iles

Camping Les Saumonards

• Seaside Oléron site with direct access to Boyardville beach
• A few minutes' cycle from Boyardville for Fort Boyard boat trips
• Backed by a 500-hectare forest with lots of bike paths