Discover the best holiday caravan parks in France that are close to watersports.

With static caravans, mobile homes, holiday lodges and chalets to choose from you are sure to find the perfect caravan and camping holiday.

Find a selection of France caravan parks that are close to watersports suitable for active holidays, sunbathing on the beach or exploring the villages, towns and countryside of France.

Saint Avit Loisirs at Le Bugue, Dordogne

Caravan parks close to watersports in 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'Atlantique at Beg Meil, Brittany

Caravan parks close to watersports in North West France

L'Atlantique's centrepiece is undoubtedly the swimming pool complex, which has a new covered pool, jacuzzi and health and beauty centre in addition to large waterslides and spectacular pools. You will also be equally impressed by the authentic fishing boat in the play area and the ocean-themed mini golf. In peak season, the owners organise competitions, sports, evening entertainment and discos and they have also created some pitches bordered by hedges, as well as clean, modern toilet blocks. With a lovely beach right on its doorstep, l'Atlantique enjoys an idyllic setting too, ideal for families with children. The walk to the beach even takes you across a stream and through a nature reserve with all kinds of wildlife and you will also find plenty of places to dine nearby.

Domaine de la Rive at Biscarosse, Gascony

Caravan parks close to watersports in South West France

This park is nestled amongst acres of the famous Landaise Forests. Apart from boasting one of the best lakeside beaches in the South West and being awarded the prestigious La Clef Verte award, the owner has created a superb water park, which is being expanded to include a wave pool, jacuzzi, spa and massage water beds, all under a retractable dome roof. If you can tear yourself away from this, then you can indulge in a spot of tennis, archery or petanque. The delightful bar and restaurant overlook a well equipped and spacious play area and the quaint town of Biscarosse with its bars, shops and nightlife only a short drive away.

Aloha Village at Serignan Plage, Languedoc

Caravan parks close to watersports in South East France

Aloha Village is the ideal place for families who want to fill every moment of the day, and evening too. It offers two bars, a pizzeria, restaurant and ice-cream parlour, not to mention the large pool for swimmers as well as a fun pool complete with waterslide. There's also tennis, a gym and a multi-sport area for football, volleyball and basketball. 500m away there are stables for horse riding and pony trekking. During the day, there is a busy kids club, while most evenings are filled with lively entertainment for all. Yet despite all this, it's also a wonderful place to simply relax.

La Ravoire at Annecy Doussard, Alps

Caravan parks close to watersports in South East France

La Ravoire is a park with genuine charm and excellent facilities. The pool complex offers all the family somewhere to swim as well as a great water slide; however it is the mountains and the azure waters of the lake surrounding Annecy that make it so special. La Ravoire is close to the southern tip of the lake and there are beaches just a short drive away for swimming and water sports.

Parc des Alicourts at Pierrefitte, Loire Valley

Caravan parks close to watersports in North West France

Alicourts is a family run site that is perfect if you are looking for a holiday that is a little off the beaten track. Located just outside the sleepy village of Pierrefitte this park has some great facilities and you will find lots of organised activities to keep the children amused. There is an imaginative adventure play area which is conveniently overlooked by the bar terrace and an excellent pool complex with waterslides. Swimming in the large lake is allowed or if you want something more leisurely then you can hire a pedalo. You can also relax on the sandy lakeside beach and you will find that the beach bar has some outstanding views across the lake and pool complex. On the park there is also a good restaurant, a 9 hole golf course and a Balneo therapy wellness centre, including sauna, massage, Turkish bath and hydro-massage.

Le Vieux Port at Messanges, Gascony

Caravan parks close to watersports in South West France

On the Atlantic coast, Le Vieux Port is close to a magnificent long, sandy beach, backed by sand dunes, which shelves steeply into the lively waves. The park is located in a beautiful pine forest and has some great facilities including a great pool complex with seven pools and excellent waterslides. Out of the pool there is also a lot to do with a fun adventure playground, tennis, table tennis, and all sorts of games and sports events during the busy summer months. The park has it's own grill restaurant and during the summer there is also a weekly barbecue with an occasional disco held in high season. Delightful Bordeaux and bustling Bayonne are also both within easy reach by car and the lakeside resort of Port d'Albret is a short walk away and Messanges is 3 km away.

Camping le Ruisseau at Biarritz, Gascony

Caravan parks close to watersports in South West France

Camping le Ruisseau is a well equipped, top quality family run site. Situated in the Basque country and close to the sea, the majestic peaks of the Pyrenees rise in the distance. The pitches here are set in shady oak land and the site boasts its own lake, which is ideal for a quiet spot of carp fishing. The fantastic pool complex incorporates waterslides, a jacuzzi, sauna and an expansive sun terrace. Sports opportunities are plentiful take to the tennis courts or the gymnasium, while young children will love the excellent play area and trampolines. In the evenings, entertainment is laid on during the height of the summer in the popular lively bar and on the terrace. The site lies close to a motorway but traffic noise is minimal.

Camping la Palombiere at Sarlat, Dordogne

Caravan parks close to watersports in South West France

The enthusiastic owners of Camping La Palombiere have created an impressive four red tent Michelin rated wooded parkland campsite, which is an ideal location for a relaxing family holiday. The well stocked shop, oak beamed bar and gourmet restaurant are housed in old stone farm buildings which have been tastefully restored whilst maintaining their original rustic charm. Stone paths take you through the site and past colourful flower beds to your pitch which are scattered amongst mature oak trees. Relax by the swimming pool with two twisting water chutes or join one of the canoe excursions from site.

La Chapelle at Argeles Plage, Languedoc

Caravan parks close to watersports in South East France

Situated just 50m from the bustling resort of Argeles, La Chapelle is only 200m from a long sandy beach. The pitches on the park are large and grassy and are situated to the rear of the site with mature trees providing some shade on the majority of pitches. The pool complex is a great place to meet other holidaymakers or simply top up your tan and relax with a good book. For changes of scene why not visit Perpignan, the nearest city to the park, or if you want to travel a little further, Barcelona is also within reach for a day trip.

Les Roulottes des Monedieres at Correze, Dordogne

Caravan parks close to watersports in South West France

Les Roulottes des Monedieres is set in the heart of a national park and the local area offers a wealth of treasures to explore. The park is around 800 metres from the pretty town of Chamberet, with a range of useful facilities. Take a relaxing stroll though Treignac which is regularly voted as one of the most beautiful villages in France. The fierce river Vezere runs through the town and is perfect for watching expert canoe and kayak descents.

Parc de Fierbois at Tours, Loire Valley

Caravan parks close to watersports in North West France

Le Parc de Fierbois offers a host of activities, many of which take place in and around the park's central square. Away from the square you will find an impressive modern poolside bar complex to please all the family, with entertainment in high season. The estate also features a charming lake where you can hire pedalos and canoes in high season, or simply enjoy a stroll around it. The many possibilities for days out include a wide choice of nearby chateaux, and of course the vineyards of Chinon and Vouvray. The town of Tours, perfect for shopping and sightseeing is close by.

Camping Les Fontaines at Annecy Lathuile, Alps

Caravan parks close to watersports in South East France

Beautifully situated just a few minutes from Lake Annecy, Les Fontaines is a truly first class park, enjoying a magnificent setting amidst some of the French Alps most stunning scenery. It is attractively terraced, with a friendly, welcoming atmosphere and excellent facilities. These include a pool and two paddling pools for the little ones; but the crowning glory has to be the aqua complex, with no less than five water chutes and slides. In the evening you can try a tasty meal in the restaurant, or a relaxing drink on the bar terrace, whilst also enjoying the breathtaking mountain vistas. And for a change of pace, you can also take a dip in the crystal clear waters of the lake.

Domaine des Naiades at Port Grimaud, Cote d'Azur

Caravan parks close to watersports in South East France

The pitches at Domaine des Naiades sit in terraces on the hillside, amidst pine, cork oak and sweet scented mimosa trees, and the facilities are housed in traditional Provencal-style buildings. The pool complex has an Olympic sized swimming pool, separate childrens pool and an exciting twin, double-spiralled water chute. In the evenings, unwind on the leafy terrace of the welcoming bar and restaurant and enjoy a delicious meal.

La Baume at Frejus, Cote d'Azur

Caravan parks close to watersports in South East France

Its excellent range of facilities has made La Baume one of the most popular parks on the French Riviera. You'd think that the magnificent pool complex with its four lane waterslide would be the unrivalled centrepiece of this lively park. However, in addition there is a completely separate and beautifully designed lagoon pool with its own slides. And there is also a covered pool on two levels, with slides, jacuzzi and steam room. The park's first class facilities also include two bars, restaurant and tennis courts, play area, take-away and fitness room. There are also plenty of lovely beaches nearby and come the evening you can choose between live entertainment or dancing the night away in the park's own disco. Please note that road noise can sometimes be heard on site.

Camping le Bois de Valmarie at Argeles, Languedoc

Caravan parks close to watersports in South East France

Camping le Bois de Valmarie is a relaxed campsite, unwind here with a refreshing drink from the snack bar, while the children have hours of fun whizzing down the water chutes in the three lagoon style pools linked by waterfalls. The terraced emplacements rise up the hillside towards the pool, from where there are outstanding views over the bay of Argeles. At the bottom of the site, surrounded by colourful flower beds, you will find the superb restaurant. Sample a delicious fresh fish dish from the extensive menu, and after dinner relax on the bar terrace with a refreshing glass of local wine.

Yelloh Village LeSerignan Plage at Serignan Plage, Languedoc

Caravan parks close to watersports in South East France

Le Serignan Plage has great facilities for a family holiday including a gigantic outdoor lagoon pool, complete with waterslides and shallow pools for the little ones. For those looking for a relaxing treat the new water spa fitness centre, which is free for our customers, offers a unique spa experience, with its hydro massage whirlpool and underwater massage path. And for those who wish to take an early or late summer holiday there is a small indoor pool. There is a fun mini-club for younger family members and disco, (which is sound proofed), arcade games and waterslides for older children. You'll also find a wealth of sports for adults, including aerobics and boules, as well as a typical Provencal restaurant, a candle-lit terrace by the bar and a broad sandy beach, with a naturist section close by.

Parc des Alicourts at Pierrefitte, Loire Valley

Caravan parks close to watersports in North West France

Children will love Les Alicourts with the extensive swimming pool complex, including water chutes; wave pool and paddling pool; there is also a water slide for younger children (max age 10). A park run children's club offers activities for children aged 4-12. The new indoor spa pool includes massage, sauna and fitness centre. On site activities include volleyball; football; mini golf; tennis and table tennis; pedalo; canoe and bike hire and even a 9 hole golf course. There is also fishing on the lake with equipment hire available. The restaurant and take away allows you a well earned break from cooking while the entertainment including quizzes a family disco and cabaret complete the evening. For culture Paris is 2 hours by train and there are numerous chateau open for visiting around the region.

De la Baie at La Trinite-sur-Mer, Brittany

Caravan parks close to watersports in North West France

De la Baie is a relaxing site with a welcoming family atmosphere that is neatly laid out and very well looked after. It has a magical setting on a quiet wooded peninsula, beside a sweeping sandy beach backed by dunes and calm shallow waters, ideal for younger children. The park offers a wide range of organised children's activities, sports tournaments, bicycle tours and walks. It also features a lovely pool with some shade and a great waterslide. There is also an excellent bar, restaurant, and creperie, from which you can watch the children playing on the beach, or look out further to the bright sails of the windsurfers beyond. See it just once and you'll understand why Brittany's soft, sandy beaches are such a popular destination for families.

Sylvamar at Labenne Ocean, Gascony

Caravan parks close to watersports in South West France

Camping Sylvamar is part of the Yelloh! Village chain of campsites. The excellent facilities, located away from our accommodation, include a lagoon style watermark complete with waterslides and lazy river, overlooked by the modern restaurant and bar terrace. It is just a fifteen minute walk or cycle to the fine sandy beaches of this area, and water sports facilities are widely available. Whilst there is plenty to do at this well-maintained campsite, the Les Landes forest is perfect for cyclists. Campsite rules are strictly enforced for the benefit and comfort of all guests. The facilities on this park are second to none, especially the superb aquatic area with its three pools, lazy river and triple waterslide. About 900m away, you can learn to surf and body board in the spectacular Atlantic waves. There are dozens of activities for kids of all ages, as well as entertainment, cantered around the bar-restaurant every night in high season, with the promise that all will be quiet after midnight. And the park owner is keen for all rules to be respected for the benefit and comfort of all guests. Beyond the park, Labenne offers endless forest roads and cycle paths; while the town itself has a splendid outdoor market, two petting zoos, as well as the lovely Marais d'Orx nature park.