Cycle hire: Campsites in France

Caravaning du Lac

• Peaceful family site three kilometres from Bray-Dunes beach
• Less than 10 kilometres from Plopsaland De Panne theme park
• Accessible sauna and hammam, games room and immaculate amenities

Camping de Moncontour Active Park

• Lakeside site near historic Moncontour
• 45 minutes' drive to Futuroscope and 90 minutes' drive to Puy du Fou
• Next to a 10-hectare lake with a watersports centre and miniature golf

Les Prairies de Pacouinay

• Small, sociable site in the Marais Poitevin Regional Natural Park
• Boat trips 10 minutes' drive away; an hour to the coast or Puy du Fou
• Shared kitchen/dining area on site; hiking/bike maps to borrow

Les Rives du Lac du Laouzas

• Five minutes from the trails and activities of Laouzas lake
• An hour's drive from Castres and the Roquefort cheese caves
• Pool, playground and relaxation area with sauna, spa and massages

Les Toiles de La Tortillère

• Upscale adults-only glamping on a country estate in the Loire Valley
• Château de Chinon 15 minutes’ drive; Château de Villandry 45 minutes
• Natural swimming pool, woodfired hot tub and antique cast-iron baths

Le Vézère Périgord

Camping du Lac de Bujaleuf

• Terraced lakeside site with views of Lac de St Hélène from every pitch
• A 20-minute drive from Eymoutiers and 40 minutes from Limoges
• Canoe and pedalo hire; fresh bread and pastry daily during high season

Camping Les 2 Fontaines

• Waterpark with pools and slides
• Activities organised during the summer
• Mini farm, golf course, massages and beauty treatments

Camping Bellevue

• Friendly site a few kilometres from Saint Gilles Croix de Vie
• Close to dozens of beaches, gardens, parks and wildlife attractions
• Bike the Sentiers Cyclables de la Vendée or walk the Sauz dunes nearby

Camping de l'Ill

• Riverside site two kilometres from the town centre of Colmar
• 5km from forest horse rides and 6 from a watersports centre
• Big heated pool, paddling pool, snack bar and spectacular surroundings

Camping De Mars

• Small and family-friendly site on the Mars peninsula
• Spectacular views of Villerest lake and the Loire river
• Pool, paddling pool and licensed restaurant with terrace

Kampaoh Côte Sauvage

• Laidback glamping site by the beach at the tip of Île de Ré
• Phare des Baleines and Ars-en-Ré both 10 minutes away by bike
• Restaurant-bar, bike hire, kids' club and games on site

Camping Bel Air

Camping Beaulieu sur Dordogne

• Set on an island on the Dordogne river
• Heated pool and big kids' pool with monkey bars and slides
• Snack bar, terrace, solarium, library and fridge and barbecue hire

Camping Beauchêne

• A peaceful campsite between sea and countryside
• Escape busy tourist resorts
• Large and shady pitches

Camping Le Réjallant

• 150 metres from a river, with many outdoor activities available
• Heated pool, gym and snack bar serving local cuisine
• Canoeing, aqua gym and barbecues arranged in high season

Camping Port'Land

• In the D-Day landing zone in Normandy
• Close to Utah, Omaha, Gold and Juno beaches and the American cemetery
• Pools, fishing ponds, restaurant, pizzeria and kids' club

Quirky Camping

• Luxury yurt retreat in the Dordogne hills
• Spectacular views in a peaceful location
• Handmade yurts with wooden floors, kitchen, bathroom and barbecue

Camping Cap Océan

• Family-friendly campsite 5km from Lac de Carcans-Hourtin
• Over 160km of cycling trails accessible 500 metres away
• Bar with wifi