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.
409 campsites found.
- Riverside location on the River Tarn
- 700 metres from Millau town centre
- Heated, renovated sanitary facilities
- 185 spacious grass pitches
Four-star Camping Du Viaduc is located directly beside the River Tarn and is a pleasant family campsite. The renovated sanitary facilities are heated for extra comfort. Tall trees provide welcome shade and the pitches are neatly bordered by greenery. The campsite is just 700 metres from the centre of Millau. Along the river you will find a small be...
- 20 metres from Pentrez beach
- Dive into Océanopolis, a brilliant aquarium nearby
- Why not give body boarding a go?
- Multi-sports area and wellness centre
Ker Ys is the name of mythical city (Ker means 'city' in Breton language). According to folklore there was a city situated on the Douarnenez bay that was washed away during heavy floods. However, this will not apply to this campsite. Whilst it is located near the beach of Domaine de Ker Ys, it is well protected against the elements. There is pl...
Le Cheval Rouge, holliday in Brittany on a renovated 19th century old farmers mansion. Le Cheval Rouge, enclosed between walls that are centuries old, where you can still feel the authentic atmosphere of Brittany, is a wonderful place to be.The surrounding garden measures approximately 1ha. You will always be able to find your perfect little privat...
- On the banks of the Ardèche river
- Outdoor activities nearby
- Excellent pool complex
- Great location
Located just opposite the "défilés de Ruoms", a scenic route hewn out of the mountainside, and right in the heart of the Southern Ardèche, the "Le Petit Bois" campsite offers you a beautiful, calm, natural setting where you can soak up the sun or cool off in the shade as you prefer. Le Petit Bois campsite has an altitude of 920...
- Small campsite
- Eco-friendly stay
- Walk to the Garonne
- 16th-century water mill
Looking for a small campsite in the Midi-Pyrénées? At Le Moulin, a 4-star campsite in Martres-Tolosane, you can enjoy an eco-friendly holiday in the heart of a lush green landscape, within walking distance of the Garonne. With its 16th-century water mill and giant plane trees, this is a charming, friendly and welcoming campsite. The s...
- Small nature campsite
- Fully equipped tunnel tents for hire
- Child-friendly, space and nature
- Petting farm, feed the animals together
Are you looking for a small, nature-friendly campsite in Burgundy?Charmecamping Les Arbois is located in the Saône-et-Loire department, right on the edge of the Jura region. This welcoming campsite offers 18 spacious pitches in the midst of Burgundy’s picturesque, rolling landscape. The Dutch owners warmly welcome their guests. For majo...
- Direct and private access to the beach
- Water park with water slides
- Covered heated swimming pool
- Kids club for ages 4 to 12
Camping Sol-à-Gogo has direct access to a superb beach and is an easy stroll from the resort of Les Mouettes. The fantastic swimming pool complex offers a refreshing alternative to the beach and the children will love the waterchutes and waterslides. Where else on the Vendée can you get a thoroughly modern parc with direct beach access and a pool w...
Are you looking for a campsite overlooking the sea? Les Sables d’Olonne is a popular seaside resort. Discover the natural protected sites, the marshes, the sand dunes, the forest, the fine sandy beaches and the wild side of the coast.La Dune des Sables is located in an amazing place, at the edge of the forest, facing the ocean with direct acc...
- Small but fun-packed parc
- Pool area has a lovely tropical feel/waterslides
- Argelès-sur-Mer with a long, sandy beach (1200m)
- Evening entertainment available at La Sirène (across)
Camping L'Hippocampe, Argelès-sur-Mer. Camping Hippocampe provides all the ingredients for a fun-packed family holiday. Camping L'Hippocampe is the little sister of the larger campsite, La Sirène, situated on the opposite side of the road. This campsite is a lot smaller but does have many of its own facilities. A play area for the children, a multi...
- Lively campsite in high season
- Excellent pool complex with water slides, lazy river
- Toddlers pool
- Activities team, high season
Camping l'Orée du Bois in Rang-du-Fliers is a lovely camp site with plenty of amenities. There is something for everyone. If you like swimming, this is the place for you. There are two lovely heated swimming pools on the site. One can be covered over so that it is still possible to take a dip when the weather is not so good. Children can shoot down...
- Covered, heated swimming pool, pool games
- Football, basketball, handball, beach soccer
- A huge beach just 800 m away
- Leisure Park, play area and games room
Domaine de la Marina is a great 4-star campsite located in the south of Landes. This attractive campsite enjoys a fantastic location less than 1 km from the sea, in the middle of the Vieux-Boucau Messanges. Campsite Domaine de la Marina boasts a covered and heated swimming pool with children's pool, a games room, a play area and the opportunity to ...
- Between Sarlat & Rocamadour
- 2000m² lagoon & sandy beach
- Indoor & outdoor pools
- Wellness, sauna & jacuzzi
Thanks to its central location between Sarlat and Rocamadour, all the major sights of the Dordogne, Corrèze, and Lot are within a radius of just 40 km. Camping Sunêlia Le Séquoia (formerly Payrac Les Pins) is, as the old name suggested, surrounded by pine trees. The 4-star campsite has a playful, spacious, and very cosy atmosphe...
- Two out of three pools heated
- Many opportunities for sports
- Playground for children
- Water slide in children s pool
Domaine de la Sainte Baume Campsite Two out of three pools heatedThe family-friendly Domaine de la Sainte Baume Campsite is situated in Nans-les-Pins, a small village in the Provence region of southern France. The area’s well-developed infrastructure for tourists offers a well-balanced mix of nature and culture.The Domaine de la Sainte Baume Campsi...
- Heated panoramic swimming pool
- Beautiful area for cyclists
- Every Saturday there is a market
- In the middle of nature
Going camping in the Ardèche? The Ardèche is known mostly for the river of the same name, but should also be known for the beautiful smaller River Glueyre! Camping l’Ardéchois is situated by this crystal clear river (swimming, fishing, boating). It is a true family country camp site with a great atmosphere! A perfect comb...
- 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, ...