Auvergne, France: volcano landscapes, wild rivers and forest adventures
The Auvergne, set in the heart of France, is a dream destination for families who love space, fresh air and outdoor fun. This is a region of ancient volcanoes, crater lakes and deep green forests—often with smaller, nature-focused campsites that feel calm and personal. It’s ideal if you want a family holiday that’s active when you choose, but never rushed.
For a comfortable stay, many campsites offer well-equipped mobile homes and static caravans, plus glamping options such as safari tents. Families usually look for practical extras like a swimming pool, a children’s pool, playgrounds and easy access to walking trails. Because campsites here are often spread out in the landscape, you’ll also enjoy quieter evenings and darker skies—great for stargazing after a day outdoors.
The region’s big headline is its volcanic scenery. In and around the Parc Naturel Régional des Volcans d’Auvergne you can explore extinct volcanic peaks, panoramic ridgelines and unusual rock formations. There are hikes for every level, and for a more relaxed day you can use cable cars in mountain areas to reach viewpoints with minimal effort—handy with younger children or grandparents. A top family day out is Vulcania, an interactive volcano-themed park that combines science, shows and hands-on exhibits.
Water plays a major role in the Auvergne as well. Rivers and lakes invite swimming, canoeing and gentle beach days, while the region’s natural springs are famous for wellness. Places like Vichy, Volvic and Mont-Dore are well known for spa culture and refreshing spring water—perfect for a slower afternoon after a walk.
If you’re looking for a France region that combines nature, comfort and genuine family-friendly adventures, the Auvergne offers a wonderfully different camping holiday—cooler, greener and full of volcanic “wow”.
4 campsites found.
- Small-scale charming campsite in the heart of the Auvergne
- Peaceful setting with rolling hills, forests and open countryside
- Child-friendly and traffic-free holiday domain
- Heated swimming pool (10 x 5 m) & heated children’s pool
Domaine La Mathonière is a small campsite of about 2 hectares in the heart of the Allier in the Auvergne. It is situated in a landscape of hills, forests and farmlands. The site is bordered by hedgerows. Three quarters of the campsite is formed by a sloping field with a big old oak in the middle. Peace and tranquility, no more busy city life...
This campsite is situated at the beautiful village of ' La Tour d'Auvergne ', right in the middle of France just 860 kilometres from Breda.The bathing lake in La Tour d ' Auvergne Camping La Chauderie is located in the Auvergne region and to be more precise, in the Puy-de-Dôme département.Very much and very well signposted hiking trails, great faci...
- Swimming paradise
- Heated indoor swimming pool
- Canoeing on the lake
- Fun playground
Camping La Ribeyre is deep in the Puy-de-Dôme lakeland, at the water’s edge at the foot of the extinct volcanoes of the Auvergne. Such a special setting can hardly fail to make your camping holiday a memorable and lovely one! The outstandingly good aquapark here has a lagoon swimming pool with separate toddlers’ pool, waterfall feature, whirlpool, ...
- Heated outdoor pool
- Discover the Auvergne
- Luxurious glamping
- Hospital familyrun campsite
Do you enjoy a holiday in the midst of beautiful nature and appreciate a quiet and spacious area for yourself and your family? The Dutch family De Best welcomes you in a peaceful and friendly atmosphere for a relaxing vacation at the heart of the Auvergne.Domaine des Lilas is situated in a quiet naturfull location, which means that nature is on you...