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.
404 campsites found.
Camping La Grainetière, on the beautiful island of Ile de Ré, on the west coast of France, is a lovely family campsite. A five-star campsite with a beautiful swimming pool and a small campsite shop for daily shopping. There are also bicycles for hire on the campsite. You stay on the beautiful island of Ile de Ré, a lovely cycling island full of sun...
- Pine forest & Atlantic coast
- Sandy beaches nearby
- Lagoon-style swimming pool
- Cycle paths from site
Camping Les Couleurs de la Coubre – A Relaxed and Well-equipped Holiday Destination in Charente-MaritimeCamping Les Couleurs de la Coubre is a hidden gem in western France, near the village of Les Mathes. This four-star campsite is set within a vast and beautiful forest, not far from the beaches of La Palmyre and La Tremblade, and just north ...
- Set in an oak forest at the Pyrenees
- Views of the iconic La Rhune mountain
- Just 10 minutes from Hendaye beach
- Perfect base for France and Spain
Camping Ibardin is located in Urrugne, in the middle of a forest of old oak trees at the foot of the Pyrenees. It is a lovely place where you not only enjoy nature, but also the lively atmosphere on the campsite. From your spot, with a bit of luck, you look directly out at the famous mountain La Rhune. The location of Camping Ibardin is perfect: yo...
- 4-stars campsite in the Loire valley near Tours
- An aquatic area with water slide and indoor pool
- Fitness room, turkish bath and bubble bath
- Playroom and playground
In the Loire valley, 25 km of Tours near the chateaux of Loire. Camping L'Arada Parc is a campsite where your children will have a truly great holiday. And you will too, of course. There is an indoor and outdoor pool. This little 4 star camspsite offers many facilities. This campsite offers lots of high season activities for children (5-12 jr.). Ca...
- On the banks of the Ardèche river
- Outdoor activities nearby
- Excellent pool complex
- Great location
Camping Le Petit Bois is situated on the banks of the River Ardèche, close to the medieval town of Ruoms, in the heart of the Ardèche. This small, peaceful family campsite offers lovely, tranquil pitches where you can relax and enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings, with their many unspoilt rivers. There is plenty to keep you activ...
- 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 ...
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 trail...
- Four-star campsite on Belle-Île-en-Mer, Brittany
- Just 40 minutes by boat from the mainland
- Heated outdoor and indoor swimming pools
- Water slides
Camping de Bordenéo is a beautiful four-star campsite on the beautiful French island of Belle-Île-en-Mer, the largest extensive island in Brittany, with a wonderful climate. You can experience the holiday of your dreams just a 40-minute boat ride from the mainland. Camping de Bordenéo is located 2 km northwest of Le Palais, the ...
- Fantastic pool complex
- Horse riding centre onsite
- Beach nearby
- Oléron castle less than a mile
On the Île d’Oléron, a short distance from the Atlantic, you’ll find Les Embruns d'Oléron holiday park and campsite in woodland. You are guaranteed a successful camping holiday at this campsite in France (Charente-Maritime region) because both on site and nearby, there’s so much to do. The water forms the main ...
- Excellent pool complex
- Close to Sainte-Marie-La-Mer
- less than 2 miles from the beach
- Short drive from Perpignan Airport
Le Sainte-Marie campsite and holiday park is in an unspoilt setting in the heart of the French département of Pyrénées-Orientales, 12 km from Perpignan and just half an hour from the Spanish border. A holiday at this campsite is all about the natural and cheerful feel of the place. There are both daytime and evening activities ...
- Quiet family campsite
- Pool and children s pool
- Beaches just 4 km away
- Visit the charming resorts of Canet and Argelès
Campsite Les Fontaines is located next to the Canet-Saint Nazaire nature reserve and is only two miles from the beach, so it is perfect for those who love the outdoors. Your little ones will love the opportunity to feed and pet the animals on the mini farm, and the range of sports available on site and nearby means there’s something to suit a...
- Dordogne Valley, near Vézac
- 8 km to Sarlat
- Great family base
- Three-part swimming pool
In the heart of the Dordogne Valley, Camping Les Deux Vallées sits near the small village of Vézac, around 8 km south-west of the beautiful historic town of Sarlat. This fantastic family campsite is perfectly located, making it easy to plan plenty of day trips to the region’s many sights. The site is mainly made up of touring pi...
- 200 m away from the beach
- Diving, jet-skiing and fishing
- Bathing on the beaches of Saleccia, Lotu or Malfalcu
- Discover Bastia and the wine country
A charming destination at the door of St Florent! Campsite Kalliste at Corsica.Right near a sandy beach, on the « Aliso », riverside, this campsite welcomes you with open arms in Northern Corsica. You can join the heart of the town and the Citadel of Saint Florent in a few minutes by going by the beach, unless you prefer escaping to the...
- Attractive campsite
- 50 m. from the coast
- 1500 m from beach of Portel
- Kite surfing, wind surfing and land yachting
Camping Le Phare occupies a unique position on the ‘Côte d'Opale’ in France, just 5 minutes from Boulogne-sur-Mer. This attractive campsite is situated quite literally on a cliff, and just 50 metres from the crashing waves of the sea below. Come and enjoy a fantastic holiday just 1.5 km from the famous beach of Portel. The surroun...
- Heart of the Aveyron
- Pool with retractable roof
- Kids' club (Jul/Aug)
- View of Sévérac Castle
Camping Les Calquières in Sévérac-le-Château is a family-friendly site nestled between the Aubrac and Larzac plateaus in the Aveyron region. Start your day with a fresh breakfast before taking a dip in the swimming pool, which features a retractable roof for sunny days. Facilities include an on-site restaurant, snack bar,...