1 star and above: Campsites in France

Le Balcon de Chartreuse

• Peaceful family site the Hauts de Chartreuse nature reserve
• Hiking and mountain biking trails direct from the site
• Spectacular views, sports areas, big pool and restaurant with terrace

L'Anse des Pins

Camping du Léman Saint Disdille

• Between beach and mountains above Lake Geneva
• Loads of activities including watersports, outdoor fitness and archery
• Restaurant, snack bar, bar and communal barbecues

Camping Les 3 Lacs

• Peaceful site by a shaded river
• Covering five scenic hecatres near Paladru and Bourget lakes
• Heated pool, restaurant, bar, shop, fishing and seasonal entertainment

Camping Le Sableau

• Shaded family-friendly site filled with flowers and trees
• In Notre-Dame-de-Riez, a 15-minute drive to Saint Gilles Croix de Vie
• Pool, bar, grocery shop, entertainment, ping pong and pétanque

Camping Les Radeliers

• Leafy riverside site 4km from the traditional town of Port Lesney
• Easy access to local walking and cycling trails
• Within easy reach of Salins-les-Bains, Arc-et-Senans and Arbois

Camping Les 2 Fontaines

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

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 du Lac Mercus

• Family-friendly Midi-Pyrénées site on the shores of Mercus lake
• Direct lake access, private pier, canoe hire and fishing
• Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, pools, snack bar and terrace

Camping du Lac du Causse

• Family-friendly park by the edge of Lac du Causse
• Within 25 mins' drive of Brive la Gaillarde and the Jardins de Colette
• Pool, fishing, watersports, play area, shop, bar and café-restaurant

Camping La Chevrette

• Peaceful family-friendly site on the banks of the Loire in Digoin
• A 15-minute drive to Paray-le-Monial; half an hour to Le Pal
• Swimming pool and play area on site, plus river access for fishing

Camping du Lac de Saint-Cyr

• Lakeside location 10 minutes' drive from Futuroscope
• Swimming pool and many outdoor activities available on site
• Within a 300-hectare natural park

Camping La Vertonne

• Quiet, wellness-oriented site with spacious pitches in the Vendée
• A 20-minute drive from Les Sables d'Olonnes; 55 minutes to Puy du Fou
• Play area with slides, swings and table tennis on site

Camping de la Tête Noire

• Leafy and peaceful site in La Brenne Regional Natural Park
• Next to a spectacular hiking trail and the Indre à Vélo cycle route
• Outdoor pool and restaurant with roomy terrace

Camping La Vaugelette

• Three-hectare site on the banks of the River Gervanne in the Drôme
• A 15-minute drive to canoe trips or hikes in Vercors Natural Park
• Outdoor swimming pool, bar-restaurant and river access on site

SunLodge at Camping La Vallée Verte

• Dutch-owned 36-hectare site on the banks of the Cèze river
• A 45-minute drive from Gorges de l'Ardèche; 55 minutes from Avignon
• Direct access to the river for swims, fishing and a sandy beach area

Camping Le Soleil Rouge

• Surrounded by the Monts d'Ardèche next to a pretty, public lake
• Direct access to more than 200 kilometres of hiking trails
• Beachfront cocktail bar and Ardéchois restaurant serving local cuisine

Camping La Vallée de Gardeleau

• Small and family-friendly site with pool, miniature golf and bike hire
• Within half an hour of horse riding, kayaking and river cruises
• Bar and restaurant; fresh bread, pastries and groceries delivered