Camping holidays in France
Camping in France makes an excellent holiday choice for families and couples alike. This is a diverse country, with varied landscapes and cultures. In the north, discover a rugged coastline interspersed with sandy coves, while the south coast offers long, hot summers spent on magnificent stretches of golden beaches. Inland, the landscape is lush and green, providing a scenic backdrop for French campsites – the Loire and Dordogne are majestic rivers, while the French Alps offer a myriad of choice for outdoors enthusiasts camping in France.
Canvas Holidays offer you some of the finest French campsites in a wide range of beautiful destinations – there is sure to be a camping holiday on offer that will suit your budget and family, wherever and whenever you want to travel. Our campsites are all conveniently located close to some of the best attractions and activities in the local area and with excellent facilities on the campsite, there will never be a dull moment on your camping holiday in France!
Coastal France
Brittany
Enjoy one of our camping holidays in Brittany. Our campsites are conveniently located a short drive from the ferry ports making this the ideal destination for a family camping holiday in France. Discover Brittany’s strong cultural heritage while on your French camping holiday and explore the coastline’s maze of rocky coves and sandy bays, yachts and fishing boats. Feast on delicious local specialities including freshly brewed cider, shellfish and crepes.
Normandy, Picardy & Paris
Enjoy a France camping holiday in one of the country’s most fascinating regions – there is a wealth of history to discover from the Bayeux tapestry to the D-Day landing beaches and memorials. Why not take a camping holiday in France close to the capital city? Paris is a romantic city best explored on foot, and the nearby Disneyland® Paris theme parks are a fun day out for the whole family when on a camping holiday.
The Atlantic Coast
The Vendée, Royan and the South-West are perfect destinations for a family camping holiday in France. Mile upon mile of sandy beach awaits you, where the golden sands are great for relaxing and the warm waters are ideal for swimming and watersports. To the south, the Bordeaux region is the wine producing capital of France – visit the many vineyards and châteaux nearby to taste and buy, a great way to spend a lazy afternoon on a camping holiday in France.
The South of France
Languedoc Roussillon and the Côte d’Azur are some of the most popular destinations for a camping holiday in France. Mile upon mile of golden beaches and chic resorts await you – the long, hot summers are popular with holidaymakers of all ages. Discover a relaxed pace of life, plus some delicious regional specialities when camping in France– the local markets are superb and not to be missed.
Inland France
Loire Valley & the Dordogne
Two delightful regions that are a superb location for camping holiday in France. Discover the lush green countryside, rich vineyards and charming châteaux that surround your French campsite. Explore the vivid and varied scenery by boat or canoe, or there are plenty of fun-filled days out to discover, from wine tasting to cycling by the river, or a thrilling day out at a theme park. Whatever your choice of activity, this is a great region for a camping holiday in France.
Cévennes & Ardèche
This is an area of outstanding natural beauty, with wide open spaces, clear flowing rivers and an abundance of wildlife, making it a great location for camping in France. Explore the delightful towns and villages – many offering medieval ruins, or discover the stunning countryside on bike or by foot.
Jura, Burgundy & French Alps
Three regions of spectacular scenery offering something for the whole family that make an excellent destination for a camping holiday in France. Burgundy offers rolling hills, fabulous wines and beautiful waterways, with pretty French campsites to complete the picture. The Jura is characterised by its dense woodland, glistening lakes and cascading waterfalls, providing many beautiful walks when camping in France. The French Alps is a giant playground for outdoors enthusiasts – explore snow capped mountains, flower filled meadows and crystal clear lakes, the perfect destination for an active camping holiday in France