If you are looking to caravan or camp outside of the UK, then caravan parks in France are the perfect choice.

With lots of 4 star and 5 star caravan parks in France you are assured of find superb accommodation including static caravans, mobile homes, holiday lodges, chalets and camping.

What's more the facilities on the caravan parks in France mean that they are perfect for active holidays, a comfortable base to explore the area or the perfect place to chill out.

Hippocampe at Argeles-sur-Mer

Caravan parks in Languedoc, South East France

If you are looking for a fun packed holiday then Camping Hippocampe has all the right ingredients. At Argeles-sur-Mer, which is just a mile away, you have a long sandy beach. The park has a superb heated swimming pool with waterchute and waterslides, you also have access to the wide range of sports facilities, children's clubs and evening entertainment at La Sirene, its larger sister site across the road.

Domaine d'Oleron at Ile d'Oleron

Caravan parks in Royan, South West France

Domaine d?Ol?ron is a peaceful, family-run campsite. Occupying a peaceful spot close to St Georges on the Ile d?Ol?ron, this makes an ideal destination for those looking for a relaxing holiday. The emplacements are located amidst woodland, with some shaded by tall trees. There is plenty of space for relaxing at the side of the swimming pool, while children can enjoy the water slide and paddling pool. The friendly bar and takeaway are set in a poolside marquee, also the location for the evening entertainment in the height of summer. Children will also enjoy making friends at the playground. The island is a haven for cyclists ? so why not hire bikes on site and explore the island's many cycle paths.

Holiday Green at Frejus

Caravan parks in Cote d'Azur, South East France

The huge Californian pool complex is great fun for all the family and includes a children's pool with water games, and a covered heated pool, toboggans, solarium and jacuzzi. Throughout the season there are aqua aerobics, water polo and water volleyball tournament and in July and August swimming lessons, fun waterskiing and even deep-sea diving instruction. The park has a restaurant, bar, supermarket, fitness room, tennis court, boules pitch, archery and mountain biking. There is also free evening entertainment and themed restaurant nights. Due to the undulating nature of the terrain on this park and the placement of some of the pitches on quite steep terraces, this park is not ideal for those with mobility problems.

Dormaine de Chalain at Lac de Chalain

Caravan parks in Jura, North East France

Ideally situated on the banks of a fabulous natural lake and surrounded by the foothills of the Jura; Domaine de Chalain is a quite spectacular park. It features a fantastic pool complex with waterslides, children's pool, jacuzzi and heated indoor pool. A wide range of sporting activities are available, although some may not be available until July. You have free access to the pool however there is a credit system in operation, please ask at time of booking. The adjoining lakeside beach is a great place to soak up the sun, but you can also fish, swim, or hire a pedalo or canoe. There are also many beautiful walks and gorgeous wine villages to be explored and the many attractions of Switzerland are within easy reach.

Le Soleil de Landes at Lit et Mixe

Caravan parks in Gascony, South West France

Le Soleil des Landes is just 7 km from one of the C?te d'Argent?s most lovely beaches and yet is situated in 24 acres of woodlands - it really does offer the best of both worlds! So you have the choice of spending your days taking part in water sports like surfing and sailing or exploring the forest by foot or horse - but then again you could just relax by the pool. The holiday parc as an excellent water park that includes a heated swimming pool (with retractable roof), paddling pool for the kids and waterslides for the whole family.

La Bien Assise at Guines

Caravan parks in Picardy, North East France

A popular stopover on the way south, La Bien Assise however has much to offer for a longer stay. The wooded grounds of the mansion make a delightful setting for the spacious pitches of this small 'Castels' park and it offers excellent facilities, including a welcoming restaurant and a covered pool, with a waterslide for the children. This relatively undiscovered area offers you the best of both worlds too, a rural setting for getting away from it all, and a coastline that teems with sandy beaches and bustling resorts. The park also organises walks in the surrounding woods and water sports enthusiasts will love nearby Lac d'Ardres.

Chateau de Galinee at St Cast

Caravan parks in Brittany, North West France

In the spacious grounds of a picture postcard ch?teau lies a wonderful water park with slides and paddling area plus an indoor aquatic area for a spot of luxurious pampering. Take time to explore the myriad coastal paths around St Cast, a popular holiday centre of its own with a famous sandy beach and of course St Malo's historic walled centre with some fine restaurants and cr?peries.

La Pergola at Lac de Chalain

Caravan parks in Jura, North East France

Situated alongside the turquoise green waters of the Lac de Chalain and awarded the prestigious La Clef Verte award, this steeply terraced park has a friendly, family atmosphere with a range of well-maintained facilities. These include a superb pool complex with sunbathing area and a flower decked bar restaurant terrace. The Jura is a wonderful region for exploring; the Herisson Waterfalls make for a spectacular day out. There's also a lakeside beach where you can swim or canoe and the area is a walker's paradise, with rolling countryside and cascading waterfalls just waiting to be discovered.

Camping la Garangeoire at St Julien

Caravan parks in Vendee, North West France

At Camping la Garangeoire nestled in the woodland are very spacious, grassy pitches which have some shade and offer privacy. The quiet surroundings of the on site lake are ideal for a spot of boating or fishing. There is plenty here to keep the children happy too, a great pool complex with waterslides, a playroom and archery to name a few. Evenings here are spent at the convivial bar and restaurant, housed in the outbuildings of the chateau, some entertainment is on offer in high season.

Domaine D'Oleron at Ile de Oleron

Caravan parks in Vendee, North West France

The park is located in a quiet area of St. Georges D'Oleron with good access to the many cyclist-only roads that run around the island. The 'Plaisance' beach offers a broad sweep of golden sand and the unusual sight of Fort Boyard close by. Out and about, you are just 1km from the Saumonards forest, and you will find the town itself to be a quaint little place, dedicated to fishing and the oyster industry. Domaine D'Oleron is ideal for those families who intend to visit attractions off park during their stay, with many beautiful beaches in easy reach. The small bar and takeaway service are situated in a poolside marquee.

Le Brasilia at Canet Plage

Caravan parks in Languedoc, South East France

Le Brasilia is certainly one of the best parks in the area, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a beach-based holiday in a lively area. A green and colourful park with plenty of shade, it has an excellent shopping complex with a small supermarket and shops open all season. The pool complex is excellent too, and many people like to eat in the restaurant and enjoy the nightly live music. Most importantly though, Le Brasilia offers you direct access to a beautiful sandy beach where you can sunbathe or enjoy the excellent water sports. There are also plenty of good day trip opportunities, including Perpignan and even Spain.

Les Prairies de la Mer at Port Grimaud

Caravan parks in Cote d'Azur, South East France

Although the park does not have a swimming pool there is direct access to a sandy beach with jet skiing and wind surfing close by. Tennis; table tennis; volleyball; bike hire and outdoor activities (mid July to end August) are all available on site and with plenty of other outdoor activities close by there is something for everyone. You will not be stuck finding something to eat as there are 3 snack bars/take aways an Italian restaurant on site and a huge selection of restaurants in Port Grimaund a 5 minute walk from the park. Evening entertainment is catered for during high season including talent shows; live bands and a disco. Close by are the yachts and bars of St Tropez and only 21 miles away are the trendy shops and delightful promenade of St Raphael.

Chateau des Ormes at Dol-de-Bretagne

Caravan parks in Brittany, North West France

Chateau des Ormes is clearly no ordinary park from the peaceful woodland setting and the 18-hole golf course to the extensive range of facilities, this site is a firm favourite for all families. The on site riding stables mean you don't have to go far to enjoy wonderful treks; the stables caters for all ages and abilities. For those who prefer to sit and relax the pool complex is your place with multiple pools to choose from and the waterslides to keep the children occupied. All the kids clubs are catered for so they have somewhere to go when they tire of swimming; tennis; climbing wall; fishing; archery; the list goes on.

Yelloh Village le Littoral at Les Sables-d'Olonne

Caravan parks in Vendee, North West France

The campsite is situated next to a grassy headland with rock pools and coastal paths to explore. The facilities on site are superb and include a fantastic pool complex, which offers an outdoor pool with a large sun terrace, waterslides and jacuzzi, as well as a heated indoor pool. In high season families can enjoy a good programme of lively entertainment in the campsite bar or take one of the excursions to local attractions, such as the picturesque port of Pornic and the island nature reserve of Ile de Re. Please note that some noise from a nearby road may be heard from some of the pitches.

Saint Avit Loisirs at Le Bugue

Caravan parks in Dordogne, South West France

St. Avit Loisirs is one of the premier parks in a region where standards are high; it is the first French campsite to obtain the internationally recognised ISO9000 award for quality. Its crowning glories are the beautiful, golden stone-built Perigordin buildings which house the reception, shop, bar and traditional 'auberge', with its choice of delicious regional specialities. There is an indoor tropical-style swimming pool and even a 'lazy river' as well as a bar terrace overlooking the outdoor pool complex, which is the scene for a full programme of entertainment including disco and karaoke nights. Surrounded by verdant woodland, this Castel park is mainly shaded and extremely spacious, with lovely views across the countryside and the added bonus of luxury tent pitches arranged along the edge.

L'Orangie de Lanniron at Quimper

Caravan parks in Brittany, North West France

The original stone buildings have been converted to house the bar and restaurant. A fantastic new pool complex with waterslides opened in 2008 and includes a balneo spa and hydrotherapy centre. Customers can explore the park and gardens at leisure and children have acres of woods and meadows to play in, with activities organised for them in peak season. The sports centre, Creach Gwen, adjacent to the site offers a wide range of high season activities, including water sports for the more energetic. The river I'Odet hosts a wealth of water based activities and provides a stunning setting for this picturesque site.

Domaine d'Anghione at Castellaire di Casinca

Caravan parks in Corsica, Corsica

Located on the north east coast of the French island of Corsica, Camping Domaine d?Anghione is a lovely site for an active family holiday. The large campsite with sunny emplacements provides the perfect spot to relax and soak up the Mediterranean sunshine. For those holidaymakers that love the water, this campsite will not disappoint with its lovely outdoor pool, children?s pool and direct access to a sandy beach. While away an afternoon on the beach with a good book, or join in with a volleyball game. If you work up a sweat then the cool blue waters will be perfect for cooling off in. As the day draws to a close, round your day off with a delicious meal at the onsite restaurant. Why not try a traditional Coriscan dish?

Le Clarys Plage at St Jean Plage

Caravan parks in Vendee, North West France

In a very popular family area, this excellent park is regarded as one of the best in the Vendee. It is located close to the beach, just a ten minute walk, and five miles south of the busy town of St Jean-de-Monts (which also has some great beaches). The focal point of this modern park is the swimming complex that has outdoor and indoor pools, heated pools, jacuzzi and slides/chutes. There is also an excellent children's play area, which along with the many activities makes this a popular family resort. The park runs entertainment throughout the season and there are many local restaurants close by.

Le Littoral at Sables d'Olonne

Caravan parks in Vendee, North West France

Le Littoral is just a mile from the nearest beach with gently sloping sands. The park has a popular outdoor and covered pool. The park bar is the centre for daily entertainment in high season. The site is a short path walk from a rocky cove where children are able to spend hours searching for shell fish. In high season you can take the free bus service which runs all day long between the campsite, the beach and the famous resort of Les Sables d'Olonne.

La Plage at La Trinite Sur Mer

Caravan parks in Brittany, North West France

La Plage is a most pretty park, with direct accessto the beach. It is neatly divided by trees and hedges and set amidst the well-kept gardens of an old Breton farmhouse. It boasts a popular, small swimming pool with waterslide, it's also just a short walk from a shop, take-away and bar/restaurant with lovely sea views. All sorts of activities are organised for children in high summer and older ones can also join in the fun at occasional concerts in the bar. Beyond the park, La Trinite-sur-Mer, originally a small fishing port, is now an important centre for the yachting fraternity and also has a popular market.