Camping in Picardy – Castles, Coast and the Bay of the Somme
Picardy in northern France – now part of the Hauts-de-France region – was once a favourite retreat of the French nobility. Today, the region still reflects this rich heritage through its many castles, abbeys and fortified churches. Camping in Picardy offers a varied holiday experience close to the UK, combining coastline, countryside and culture. Choose from comfortable mobile homes, safari tents, bungalow tents or spacious camping pitches as your base to explore this historic region.
Located between Paris and the Belgian border, Picardy is easily accessible from Great Britain via ferry or the Channel Tunnel. The region is made up of the departments of Somme, Oise and Aisne. Landscapes range from wide open plains and gentle hills to river valleys, forests and wetlands. The Picardy coastline stretches for around 60 kilometres and features chalk cliffs, sandy beaches and rugged headlands.
The Bay of the Somme (Baie de Somme) is one of the region’s natural highlights. Covering more than 6,000 hectares, it is one of France’s most important coastal nature reserves. Guided walks allow visitors to spot seals along the shoreline, while the Parc du Marquenterre nature reserve is home to hundreds of bird species. The Forest of Compiègne, one of Europe’s largest woodland areas, is ideal for walking and cycling.
Culturally, Picardy is equally impressive. The city of Amiens is renowned for its magnificent Gothic cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Historic towns such as Arras, Abbeville and Saint-Quentin offer charming squares, Flemish-style architecture and lively markets.
Families will find plenty to enjoy, including outdoor adventure parks and boat trips through marshland landscapes. Camping in Picardy combines seaside relaxation, natural beauty and French history – all within easy reach of Great Britain.
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- Lovely relaxed atmosphere and rural setting
- Relaxing lounge bar in the chateau
- Well-kept spacious, grassy emplacements
- Discover the authentic French countryside
Camping Le Domaine de Drancourt is situated on the Drancourt chateau country estate, about two kilometres south of St-Valéry-sur-Somme.A relaxing atmosphere, and close to the channel ports, this château site is ideal for young families or a first visit to France. Only a stone's throw away form the medieval harbour of Saint-Valery and 12km away from...
- 5-star campsite
- The numerous high-end offerings and services
- To discover: Paris, Disneyland, regional architecture
- Lovely lakeside setting
This 5-star campsite, situated in the Aisne Valley, has everything your heart desires. Situated next to the Aisne River and approximately 60 miles North of Paris, La Croix du Vieux Pont is the ideal campsite for an active or relaxing holiday. Your kids can enjoy themselves in the heated outdoor and indoor pools, or perhaps they fancy a swim in the ...
- Well-kept campsite near the Bay of the Somme
- Around 1 km from the beach at Le Crotoy
- Heated outdoor pool with a dedicated bubble-bath
- High-season entertainment programme
Camping Les Aubépines is a well-kept campsite about 1 km from the beach at Le Crotoy. It sits in the middle of a nature reserve, close to the sea and the countryside. In a green oasis—surrounded by the many bird species found in the bay—you’ll find Les Aubépines. If you drive past the campsite and continue the road f...
Camp site Le Champ Neuf is a wonderful family camp site in the bay of the Somme, in the heart of Marquenterre. The surroundings are quiet and lovely, a beautiful piece of France! You will be able to enjoy the countryside and the ocean, because this immaculate camp site is located near the beach and at only 900 metres distance you will find Marquent...