Family-friendly holidays – camping and holiday parks with children in mind
For families with young children, choosing a family-friendly campsite or holiday park makes all the difference. After all, a holiday is about enjoying time together, feeling safe and relaxed – for children as well as for parents. Water often plays a central role. Think of splash parks, toddler and paddling pools, and swimming pools where young children can play and cool off safely.
Just as important are well-designed playgrounds, plenty of open space and shaded areas where children can play freely. For many families, children’s entertainment is a real bonus too. From arts and crafts and mini discos to treasure hunts and games, children quickly make new friends while parents get a moment to unwind.
The size and layout of a campsite or holiday park also matter. Larger campsites and holiday parks often offer a wide range of facilities, such as several swimming pools, sports areas and restaurants. Smaller campsites, on the other hand, stand out for their relaxed atmosphere, personal welcome and clear layout, giving children the freedom to play and explore nature up close.
Whether you choose a lively holiday park or a small, green campsite, a family-friendly holiday is all about enjoying time together, creating lasting memories and having a carefree stay.
414 campsites found.
Enjoy a holiday on the Côte d'Azur at Leï Suves camp site, a wonderful family camp site. The lovely fine sandy beaches on the renowned French coast are located 8km away. The camp site has a heated swimming pool so that you can enjoy the water even at the start of the season. Young children can splash about in a separate toddlers' pool.The playgroun...
In the heart of Burgundy you will find the attractive three-star campsite l'Etang du Goulot. This charming campsite, near the town of Lormes, is beautifully situated on the lake l'Etang du Goulot in the middle of the Morvan national nature park. This cozy family campsite, with Dutch owner, warmly welcomes its guests. The campsite is located on a sw...
- Direct access to lake
- Large pool & toddler pool
- Sailing & water skiing
- Fishing & hiking
Camping Beau Rivage du Lac de Pareloup is beautifully situated on the shores of one of the largest lakes in the Aveyron region, at an altitude of 800 metres. Just 3 km from the village of Salles-Curan, this small-scale, terraced campsite guarantees an atmospheric holiday in the countryside. It is the perfect spot to immerse yourself in nature and e...
- Small, green campsite right on the river
- Heated swimming pool with a toddler/kids’ paddling area
- Free Wi-Fi on site
- High-season entertainment programme
Three-star campsite Le Clos de la Lère sits directly on the riverbank near the picturesque village of Cayriech, in the Midi-Pyrénées. Set between Montauban and Cahors, and just 12 km from Caussade, it’s a calm place to stay on a leafy, flower-filled site. Tucked between the striking regions of Tarn-et-Garonne, Lot and Ave...
- Riverside location on the River Lot
- 80 spacious pitches (90–150 m²)
- Outdoor pool (22 x 8 m) and river swimming
- Canoe hire available
Three-star Camping Le Clos Bouyssac is located in the beautiful Lot Valley. If you are looking for peace, space and nature, this is the perfect destination. This elongated, woodland-style campsite lies directly on the banks of the River Lot. The pitches are level and mostly shaded. You can swim in the river and hire canoes on site. There is also a ...
- Direct access to a long, sandy beach
- 1,200 m² water park, pools, lagoon, games, sun loungers
- Quiet, relaxing atmosphere
- The restaurant here is superb
Les Sirènes Campsite is at Marseillan Plage, on the Mediterranean, in a protected environment, bordered by a nature reserve. You can enjoy direct access to the beach and, for naturists, there's a nudist beach nearby. You will find a combination of outdoor quality, simplicity, nature and comfort on this entirely renovated, new generation site...
- Family-friendly campsite on the island of Île de Ré
- Direct access to a beautiful sandy beach
- Outdoor swimming pool with sun terrace
- On-site restaurant and pizzeria
Visit the Île de Ré when camping with Sandaya this summer! Located on the seashore, the 4 star* Amis de la Plage offers a central location and direct access to the Le Pas des Bœufs beach, the most beautiful on the island. Pedal gently along the ocean shore, across salt marshes and through picturesque villages, there’s nothi...
- Direct access to the ocean
- Yurts available
- Ideal for active families
- Cycle route
Camping La Cote Sauvage is located in a wooded area directly on the sandy beach, on the very popular Ile de Ré peninsula. The village of Saint-Clement-des-Baleines is within walking distance. The campsite is quietly located and has a beautiful outdoor swimming pool. This is a simple but excellent campsite with good facilities. The bread service pro...
- In the heart of a large pine forest
- Just 6 km from the beach
- Large bathing area with wave pool
- Baby Club, Kids and Teenagers Club
In the heart of the Département of Landes, a new way of life in the outdoors in an unspoilt green space: Campsite Framissima Nature. Most campsites are fairly green, but this one even greener than usual. Campsite FRAM Nature is an ecological holiday paradise thanks to its ultra-sustainable policy. Located in Soustons, tucked away in a magnif...
- 100m from a lake
- Water sports available
- Close to beach
- Great entertainment on site
Camping Azu’Rivage is a campsite well able to offer you a fantastic holiday. This lakeside campsite (beside the Lac de Soustons) sits within wooded grounds amid lush countryside. There are plenty of facilities for every age here: a swimming pool, heated outdoor jacuzzi and water slide are just some of what the site has to offer. There’s also a boul...
- Family swimming pool complex
- Activities for the whole family
- 0.5 mile from the beach
- 17 miles from Spain
A warm welcome to Camping La Coste Rouge, situated in an endearing and open stretch of the southern French countryside that is usually blessed by the sun. Camping La Coste Rouge is a family-friendly campsite, located in the Languedoc-Roussillon region, near the Spanish border. The campsite is less than a mile from the sea, at the foot of the Albère...
- A leafy green 11-acre park in the centre of Châtelaillon-Plage
- 2 heated pools surrounded by tropical vegetation
- Mini club with the mascot "Jack". Pirate bouncy castle
- 300 m from a 3 km long sandy beach
Camping Le Village Corsaire des Deux Plages is located just 300 metres from the Châtelaillon-Plage beach on the Atlantic coast in Central France. The entrance to the grounds is 'guarded' by an enormous pirate ship that rises high above the swimming pool. This 'pirate's den' is a real family campsite. Exciting for the children because the enti...
- Newly-renovated water park with slides
- Explore Landes Forest by foot or horseback
- Try a new watersport like surfing or sailing
- Cap de l Homy beach: windsurfing, sailing, free shuttle
Le Soleil des Landes is a magnificent shaded site in the heart of a Landes forest. This wonderful site includes 24 acres of century-old trees of every kind. With one of the most stunning beaches on the Côte d'Argent, just 7 km away, here you can enjoy both the ocean and the back country. Whether you are looking to relax and unwind and enjoy good fo...
- Direct river access
- Heated swimming pool
- Walk to Brantôme (1 km)
- In Périgord-Limousin Park
Camping Le Peyrelevade is a charming, small-scale site situated in a stunning location within the Périgord-Limousin Regional Natural Park. Located directly on the banks of the River Dronne and just 1 km from the town of Brantôme, this campsite offers everything you need for a delightful holiday amidst nature. The atmosphere is warm and...
- 6 slides including the famous "Kamikaze"
- Spa zone: hot tubs, water jets
- Poussin mini club (6-10 years) Teen Club
- Aquagym, tennis, volleyball, football
On the waterfront, between the sun and the Mediterranean you will find campsite La Plage et Le Bord de MerdWith a splendid water park and three direct accesses to a sandy beach, this site has been providing a multitude of nautical and aquatic activities for more than 20 years. Entertainment(2), sports, exploration and a warm family atmosphere are a...