Forest campgrounds in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Camping l'Art de Vivre

• Peaceful site between Avignon and Orange, 20-25-mins' drive from both
• A 15-minute drive from the UNESCO-listed Théâtre antique d'Orange
• Heated pool, restaurant, tennis, bike hire and playground

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

Le Mas des Pins

• Offbeat accommodation set in three hectares of forest
• Easily accessed from the D907, 20 minutes from Digne
• Adventurous, off-grid holidays in secluded natural surroundings

Camping Leï Suves

Au Paradis des Campeurs

• Côte d’Azur family holiday park a 15-minute ferry from Saint-Tropez
• A 20-minute drive to Aqualand Sainte-Maxime and Roquebrune-sur-Argens
• Direct access to the beach; restaurant and bar; kayak and bike hire

Camping Les Princes D'Orange

• Scenic Hautes-Alpes site, five minutes' walk from Orpierre town centre
• Close to rock climbing routes; guided hikes and bike trips in summer
• Heated pool, kids' pool, waterslide and playground with climbing wall

Camping Les Prés

Domaine de Chanteraine

• Just three kilometres from the Verdon Gorge
• Overlooking the Lake of Sainte-Croix 600 metres away
• Within driving distance of the French Riviera

Camping Arbre de Vie

• Peaceful glamping site in the Gorges du Verdon Natural Park
• A 10-minute drive from Sainte-Croix Lake and 40 from Gorges du Verdon
• Fully-equipped kitchen on site, with home-grown organic veg to buy

Camping Plateau des Chasses

• Woodland site 10 minutes' drive from Cannes
• Artistic workshops and film screenings on site in summer
• Mini farm and two playgrounds including one for older kids and teens

Camping River

• Family-run site in the Ubaye Valley, on the banks of the River Ubaye
• Well-placed for mountain trekking, cycling, fishing and river rafting
• Swimming pool, bar and restaurant; fresh bread to order for mornings

Oasis Village

• Well-equipped family village park close to the French Riviera
• A 20-minute drive from Saint-Aygulf beach at Fréjus
• Four pools, waterslide, bar, restaurant, massages and hairdresser

Camping Les Bois de Mont-Redon

• Eight kilometres away from the beaches of the Cote d'Azur
• With a large swimming pool and summer entertainment

Camping La Célestine

• Southern France wildlife haven next to a natural lake and a river
• Among the green hills of Provence 30km from the Gorges du Verdon
• Pool, guided hikes, restaurant, snack bar and loads of room to play

Camping Les Blimouses

• In a peaceful forest surrounded by hiking and cycling trails
• An hour's drive from smashing seaside spots along the French Riviera
• Pool with waterslides, rock formations and massage jets

Origan Village Naturiste

• Naturist campsite in the Haute Provence
• Help with arranging naturist activities and excursions
• Pool, restaurant, solarium, well-stocked grocery shop and gift shop

Lodges en Provence

• Among spectacular setting in the truffle country of Provence
• Five minutes' drive from truffle capital Richerenches
• Wellness centre, hot tub, outdoor pool and ensuite accommodation

Parc Montana

• Well-equipped hillside park overlooking the Gulf of Saint-Tropez
• A 10-minute drive from the beach at Cogolin; 15 mins from Saint-Tropez
• Pools, water garden, sun terrace, bar, restaurant and outdoor gym

Camping Le Petit Liou

• In the Durance Valley close to the Serre-Ponçon lake
• Pool, play area and summer entertainment
• Snack bar and grocery shop