Wildlife haven: Campsites in France

Camping Le Pin

• Family-friendly site in the Landes d'Armagnac
• On the edge of the Gascon Landes Regional Nature Park
• Pool, fishing pond, bar, restaurant, fitness equipment and library

Camping Saint James Les Pins

• In a pine forest close to the Écrins National Park
• Many outdoor activities available nearby; sandy beach within 3km
• On-site restaurant serving local cuisine and Châteauroux wine

La Roulotte du Petit Embranchard

• Friendly-welcome, adventures and quiet discoveries
• Reconnect with nature
• Glamping and quirky units

Camping le Lac du Lit du Roi

• Family-friendly site with a lakeside and mountain setting
• Climbing, mountain biking, canyoning and much more available locally
• Pool, cyber café, playground and bar-restaurant

Camping Le Pô Doré

• Quiet family site with a large freshwater lagoon and white beach
• A 15-minute drive from Saumur and the Loire river
• Activities and evening entertainment in summer

Les Tipis du Bonheur de Vivre

• Amerindian tipi camp on a private meadow in the Pays de la Loire
• A 15-minute drive to Solesmes Abbey; 50 minutes to Zoo de La Flèche
• Themed events, animal encounters, gift shop, bar and restaurant

Camping Le Port de Neuvic

• Well-equipped site in the Dordogne by the shores of Neuvic lake
• Summer trips to Rocamadour, Padirac, the Puy de Dôme and Vulcania
• Fishing, private beach, playground, restaurant and bar

Le Domaine de Bellevue

• Family-friendly park just outside Saint-Christophe-du-Ligneron
• Half an hour's drive from beaches and watersports on the Vendée coast
• Swimming pool, snack bar, mini farm and two fishing ponds on site

Le Domaine de Longemer

• In the Vosges Mountains 50 metres from a lake
• Five minutes from Gerardmer in the Ballons des Vosges Nature Park
• Bar, picnic areas, summer kids' club, playground and games room

Camping Saint-Clair

• Tree-lined five-hectare site next to the Nantes-Brest canal
• On the edge of Guenrouet; a 45-minute drive from Saint-Nazaire
• On-site fishing, games room, pétanque court, food shop and restaurant

Camping Les Étangs Mina

• Family-friendly site in the Brouage Marshes near Saint-Sornin
• Less than half an hour's drive from beaches in Royan and Oléron
• Busy summer programme of daytime activities and evening entertainment

Camping Rural Les Opillères

• Small-scale, family-run site with mountain views near La Cabanasse
• A 10-minute walk from the GR 10 and GR 36 hiking routes
• Pétanque court, barbecue area and common room

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

Camping le Jardin du Marais

• Family-friendly site 10 minutes from the beaches of Pays de la Loire
• On the Vendée coast between Noirmoutier and l’Île d’Yeu
• Cyclists’ paradise: Accueil Vélo member with challenging routes nearby

Tipis Indiens

• Tiny tipi site with spectacular views over the Cirque de Gavarnie
• Within easy reach of Gavarnie ski resort
• A short drive to outdoor pool, climbing, ice skating and more in Gèdre

Le Domaine Vert

• Spectacularly scenic and peaceful farm site set over seven hectares
• Relaxed and hospitable stays 20 minutes from Pompadour
• Regular table d'hôte evenings from a traditional French kitchen

Eyrieux Camping

• A campsite in the heart of the Ardèche region
• Wild landscapes and beautiful colours and scents
• Heated swimming pools, sports courts, and fitness equipment

Camping le Ridin

Camping Les Lacs de Courtès

• Countryside park between Bordeaux and Toulouse
• In the rural and foodie department of the Gers
• Two pools, spa, sun deck and private lake for fishing

Tipis Nature

• Tipi glamping among stunning scenery in the Pyrénées National Park
• 3km from UNESCO-listed Cirque de Gavarnie, via the Camino de Santiago
• Cosy communal cottage with kitchen, seating and TV/DVD lounge