Wildlife haven: Campgrounds in France

Camping Bellevue

• Dog-friendly site two kilometres from Erquy’s sandstone houses
• A five-minute drive from the beach and 15 minutes from Cap d'Erquy
• Facilities include a pool, bar, washing-up area and washing machines

Parc Camping de Pramousquier

• Site a 10-minute walk from Pramousquier beach with Côte d'Azur views
• Within 15 minutes’ drive of Le Lavandou and 45 minutes to Saint-Tropez
• Bar and restaurant plus petanque, a playground and ping pong

Camping de Retourtour

• In the Doux valley
• A quiet and family-friendly campsite
• Next to the river and at the foot of castle ruins

Camping de Roguennic

• In the dunes behind an 800-metre beach
• Sailing centre next door; sea fishing trips
• Sailing and sea fishing trips from the site

Camping Beaume Giraud

• Family-friendly site in a green setting with spectacular views
• A short drive from the village of Balazuc
• Pool, paddling pool, snack bar and pizzeria

Pertamina Village U Farniente

Camping La Tourelle

• Eco-friendly site in the middle of pretty green countryside
• A 20-minute walk from the historic hilltop town of Moncontour
• Barbecues, playground, e-bikes, common area with sofas and travel info

Camping Omaha Beach

• Clifftop site with sea views and direct access to Omaha Beach
• Restaurant, bar, swimming pool, football pitch and beach volleyball
• Easy access to the Normandy beaches and Bayeux Tapestry

Camping BelleRive

• Quiet site surrounded by trees, a few minutes' walk from Montfrin
• Peaceful Provence setting along the banks of the Gardon
• Snack bar and themed evenings available

Camping Le Ruisseau

• Calm campsite in the mountains at an altitude of 1,000 metres
• Nature, cycle paths and old villages in the area
• Restaurant, snack bar, play area and kids' club

Camping Azun Nature

• Small, relaxed site near the village of Aucun in the Pyrenees
• In a bird refuge a kilometre from paragliding schools
• Spotless amenities, multisports pitch and fresh bread sales

Camping Lascrouts

• Mountain site in the Pyrénées National Park
• Easy access to the GR10 hiking trail and the Soulor pass
• Snack bar with takeaway, playground, games room and free wifi

Camping Bois Simonet

Camping La Brande

• Family-friendly park 300 metres from the sea
• On Île d'Oléron: 30 minutes to Pointe de Gatseau and 45 to Rochefort
• Heated pool, waterslide, pétanque, bike hire, bar and restaurant

Camping au Vallon Rouge

• Riverside site on the banks of the Loup, 9km from the coast
• In the 'golden triangle' close to Cannes, Nice and Menton
• Restaurant, outdoor pool and high-season entertainment

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

Camping Brantôme Peyrelevade

• Family-friendly campsite bordering the river with private beach
• Swimming pool, entertainment and direct access to the river
• A paradise for lovers of food and the great outdoors

Camping Atlantica

• Peaceful campsite on the Basque Coast close to Biarritz
• 600 metres from the beach and 15 minutes' drive from Spain
• Waterpark, hot tub, playground, sports court and bar-restaurant

Camping Les Étoiles

• Family-friendly site with a fishing lake in peaceful, shaded grounds
• A five-minute drive from Arnac’s Hippodrome de Pompadour racecourse
• Heated pool, bread delivery, small shop, kids’ games and ping-pong