Wildlife haven: Campsites in France

Camping Les Narcisses

• Peaceful site in the Livradois-Forez Regional Nature Reserve
• 25 minutes' drive from Ambert for the Agrivap tourist train
• Heated outdoor swimming pool with sun terrace

Les Tinys de Pommorio

• Cosy microlodges in the grounds of an 18th-century Brittany château
• In woods just outside Tréveneuc, a kilometre from the coast
• Fully equipped with bed, kitchenette, solar power and bathroom

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 de Vaubarlet

• Family site adjacent to the Dunières river
• Bouncy castle, kids' activities and evening entertainment
• Pools, bar terrace and restaurant

Camping La Bonne Source

• Scenic family-friendly Christian site on the banks of the Loyre river
• A 40-minute drive from Brive-la-Gaillarde and Limoges
• Restaurant, heated pool, bike rental and Sunday services on site

Le Vézère Périgord

Le Village des Monédières

• Rural site in an arboretum just outside the village of Chamberet
• Stargazing spot in the Millevaches en Limousin Regional Natural Park
• Covered heated pool, sauna and bar; meals and breakfast on request

Le Village de Cottages

• Well-maintained park in the grounds of a Berry equestrian centre
• A kilometre from central Lignières; Bourges 40 minutes' drive
• Outdoor pool and chill-out area; groceries available on site

Moulin De Kermaux

• Among the forest, beach and countryside of Carnac
• Pool, waterslides and Jacuzzi
• Pétanque court, miniature golf, playground and ping pong

Camping Les Grenettes

• Family-friendly lle de Ré site 300 metres from the beach
• Two pools, kids' club, restaurant and shop
• A 10-minute drive to Saint-Martin-de-Ré and 30 minutes to La Rochelle

Le Village Tropical Sen Yan

• Pretty site with a mini waterpark surrounded by tropical greenery
• A 20-minute drive from Plage de Contis beach by the Atlantic Ocean
• Two outdoor pools, heated indoor pool, archery and miniature golf

Domaine de la Roselière

• Family-friendly site 10 minutes’ drive from sandy Picardy beaches
• A 10-minute drive from Le Crotoy and 30 from Saint-Valery-sur-Somme
• Indoor and outdoor pools, steam room, sauna, hot tub and fishing ponds

Domaine Saint Paul le Marseillais

• Eight-hectare site in a wine-growing area, near the beach and sea
• Five minutes' drive from the ancient fishing town of Mèze
• Oyster platters, mussels and local wine all available on the terrace

Camping de Retourtour

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

Village de Montmarsis

• Dordogne glamping site 10 minutes' walk from Gourdon town centre
• Canoe trips, horse riding and caves within a 15-minute drive
• Swimming pool, tennis court, football field, bar and restaurant

Le Pin Parasol

• Well-maintained and peaceful park with direct access to Lake Jaunay
• A 10-minute drive to Vendeen beaches
• Waterpark with heated swimming pool and waterslides

Le Pousadou

• Quiet Ardèche site between a vineyard and the Chassezac river
• Visit the wine cellar reception for tastings and info
• Private bathroom and dishwashing area on each pitch

Villatent at Camping Les Genêts

• On the banks of Lake Pareloup, with sandy beach area and canoe hire
• A 40-minute drive from Rodez and 45 minutes from Millau
• Heated pool, restaurant, miniature golf and summer kids' entertainment

Camping Le Clos de la Lère

• Family-friendly site between Bordeaux, Toulouse and the Lot
• A 15-minute drive from the Aveyron Gorges
• Heated pool, playground, snack bar, takeaway, bread and pastries sales