3 stars and above: Campgrounds in France

Camping Les Aventuriers de la Calypso

• Within walking distance of a beach
• Near the islands of Noirmoutier and Yeu
• Pools, Jacuzzi, paddling pool and solariums

Camping La Baie de Douarnenez

• Landscaped and shaded family resort over six hectares near the coast
• Heated waterpark with indoor pool, outdoor pool and waterslide
• Fishing, miniature golf, bouncy castle, restaurant and poolside bar

Camping les Arches

• Peaceful site with mountain views near Saint-Jean-le-Centenier
• Next to the Claduègne river for a natural swimming area in summer
• 40 minutes' drive from Vallon Pont d'Arc for canoe trips

Camping Kerscolper

• Campsite for family-friendly holidays in south of the Finistère region
• Only 400m from a sandy beach
• Outdoor heated pool, open in summer

Camping Lac de Cormoranche

• Tree-filled site on the shores of Burgundy’s Lac Cormoranche
• A 15-minute drive from Mâcon and Touroparc Zoo
• Beach, lake swimming, fishing, miniature golf and kayak rental

Camping Les Bö Bains

• Family-friendly site on the riverbank in Badefols-sur-Dordogne
• Bergerac and Château des Milandes 35 minutes' drive away
• Two swimming pools, waterslides and riverside bar-restaurant on site

Camping Ostrea

• Relaxing campsite on the eastern coast of the Île d'Oléron
• A 15-minute drive from Boyardville or the mainland
• Outdoor pool heated to 28°C throughout the season

Camping L'Océan

Écoute La Vie

• Well-equipped luxury lodges in leafy gardens at Lunay in Loir-et-Cher
• Château de Chambord an hour’s drive and Zoo de la Flèche 90 minutes
• Art spaces and meditation corners; communal dining and a delicatessen

Gîtes Insolites de Sologne

• Spectacular accommodation on a family-friendly woodland site in Cher
• Within easy reach of several famed wine regions and their vineyards
• Hot air balloon rides available next door to the site

Esterel Caravaning

• Among the Estérel mountains near the French Riviera
• Three kilometres from the beaches of Agay, Saint-Raphaël and Fréjus
• Waterpark, five pools, restaurant, bar and boutique

Au Coeur de Vendôme

• Family-run site by the Loir river, a few minutes' cycle from Vendôme
• A 15-minute drive to the lake and sandy beach of Villiers-sur-Loir
• Canoe hire, fishing, playground, games room and shop

Domaine Saint Estève

• Family-friendly park on a hillside near Millau
• A 10-minute drive from the town centre and 30 from the Gorges du Tarn
• Infinity pool, on-site restaurant and views over the Millau Viaduct

Camping Naturiste Bagheera

• Family-owned and family-run nudist campsite on the coast
• Direct access to a five-kilometre beach
• Wellness centre, gym and bar-restaurant with spectacular views

Camping La Vetta

• Family campsite on a leafy park 10 minutes’ drive from Porto-Vecchio
• Plage de Palombaggia 25 minutes’ drive; Farm Padula 15 minutes
• Two swimming pools and a playground; restaurant, snack bar and shop

Domaine Résidentiel de Plein-Air Les Demoiselles

• Entertainment activities during high season
• Only a few steps from the beach
• Heated swimming pool and a friendly atmosphere

Ecolodge l'Etoile d'Argens

• Dog-friendly wildlife haven on the river Argens near Fréjus
• A 10-minute drive from the beach; 45 minutes to St Tropez and Cannes
• Restaurant, entertainment, bike hire, kids’ club and swimming pools

Domaine Naturiste de la Sabliere

• Naturist holiday centre of 62 hectares
• In the middle of the Cèze river gorges
• Stunning views of the region

Domaine Naturiste de Lambeyran

• Nudst site in a secluded corner of Languedoc-Rousillion
• Over 30km of private hiking trails

Domaine Naturiste des Lauzons

• Naturist campsite on a hillside in rural Provence
• Pool, waterslides, sauna, gym, bar-restaurant and mini market
• Activities and entertainment on site for kids, teens and adults