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.
Four-star campsite Le Chateau de Galaure is located in the Drôme and is a friendly campsite where families with children up to 14 years old can have a great time. The facilities and entertainment are geared to families with children of all ages. This charming campsite is a short distance from the River Galaure and the small village of Ch&acir...
- Green setting
- In the heart of Perigord
- Heated pool
- Direct access to lake
The Gibanel camping park in the heart of the Périgord is surrounded by a lake and a lush green forest. Your family can enjoy the wealth of activities on offer at the site on a 60-hectare property by the Dordogne.There is something for all the family, whatever they fancy: water-based activities, relaxation by the heated pool, or exercise in the fitn...
- Sun, sea and beach
- 300 metres from the beach
- Quiet location
- Mini club, petanque and playground
Just 300 metres from four-star Camping La Falaise, you'll find the beautiful sandy beach of Narbonne-Plage. Both the beach and the lively seaside resort are within easy walking distance. The campsite is set against a cliff, surrounded by greenery, making it a lovely choice for nature lovers and keen walkers. There's plenty for active holidaymakers ...
- This nice parc offers a small pool with water slide
- Lots of activities for children
- Direct access to a sheltered sandy beach
- Visit chic La Trinité-sur-Mer plus the popular market
Camping De la Plage is situated right next to a lovely sandy beach on the Atlantic coast, in the Gulf of Morbihan. From this friendly French campsite in Brittany, you can walk straight onto the beach. This welcoming four-star campsite is popular with visitors of all ages. It is ideally located among charming Breton towns, with plenty of opportuniti...
- 10 mins from a lovely lake beach
- Kids play area
- Free guided walks
- Climbing
Camping Les Fontaines in Lathuile is located on the south side of Lake Annecy. Les Fontaines, the town of the same name, is located 15 km from the Les Fontaines campsite. The campsite is located on a slightly hilly site of 3 hectares with sufficient shade from the mature trees, and has approximately 170 pitches. The campsite exudes calm and tranqui...
- Horse riding on 500 m
- On the edge of Les Ecrins National Park
- Bike hire, road cycling routes
- Climbing and summer ski
With an exceptionally beautiful setting and a friendly family atmosphere, this is a lovely place from which to explore the mountains. The small and friendly campsite RCN Belledonne is located on the edge of the National Park, making it ideal for walking and water sports. An epic spot for keen cyclists, the legendary switchback bends of L&rsquo...
- Direct access to the sea
- Aquapark with giant slide
- Heated indoor pool
- Jacuzzi & splash pool
Camping Club Californie Plage offers everything needed for an unforgettable holiday in the South of France. Located in Vias Plage, between Béziers and Cap d'Agde, this family-friendly site boasts direct access to the Mediterranean Sea. It is a lively destination where the entertainment team ensures there is never a dull moment during the hig...
- Directly on River Tarn
- Private river beach
- Pool & toddler pool
- Gateway to Tarn Gorge
Flower Camping Le Peyrelade is a beautiful 4-star terraced campsite situated directly on the River Tarn in the Occitanie region. Its location makes it the perfect base for exploring the breathtaking Gorges du Tarn. This elongated campsite features a private pebble beach along the riverbank. The pitches offer plenty of shade and are partially separa...
- Idyllic woodland location
- Relaxed atmosphere with plenty going on
- Lively entertainment, including a popular disco
- Diving lessons twice a week
Camping Douce Quiétude is an attractive and friendly site in an idyllic woodland setting, close to the chic resorts of the Côte d’Azur. Highly rated by the Michelin guide (4 red tents), there is a relaxed, French feel, yet plenty going on if you are feeling energetic. A woodland retreat, ideal for toddlers in low season and for children of all ages...
- Next to a magnificent beach
- Day trip to Puy du Fou theme park
- Delicious regional products and wine from the parc shop
- Endless beaches, plus a waterpark close by
A friendly and attractive parc with an excellent pool and close proximity to a great beach and a family-run atmosphere that ticks a whole lot of boxes for toddlers and parents.Les Ecureuils could hardly be better positioned, with a wide beach just across the road, where golden sands stretch for miles. Les Ecureuils is a family run, really attractiv...
- This family-run parc is small and relatively quiet
- 300 metres from a brand new leisure centre
- 500 metres from the beach
- Hit the road with Lifecycle bike hire and tours
A small, family-run parc with shaded grassy pitches, good children’s facilities and a marvellous beach close to hand. With the delightful town of La Tranche right on its doorstep, offering floral gardens and a wide choice of cafés and restaurants, Bel is a popular choice for those wishing to soak up the ambience of the region. Situated...
- 4-star campsite near Bretignolles-sur-Mer
- Heated pool with waterslide
- Partly covered swimming pool
- Ideal for families with young children
La Trevilliere is a lively campsite with spacious, generally shaded emplacements. The campsite itself is situated just a short walk from the small seaside resort of Bretignolles-sur-Mer.There are a lots of facilities on the campsite, which include a nice-sized swimming pool complete with a waterslide and a terrace overlooking the pool.....Bretignol...
Campsite Les Brunelles, a large campsite nearby Longeville sur Mer, 800m. from the beach in a nice forest.Only 700 meters away from the beach you’ll find campsite Les Brunelles with it’s unique water park spread out over 1000 m² while 200 m² of that is indoors. The owner decided in 2006 to join together two campsites that were next to each other, a...
- Just a short walk to the beach
- 15 minutes from Jard-sur-Mer
- Well-run site with excellent facilities
- On-parc entertainment all summer long
A modern site, close to the charming village and harbour of Jard-sur-Mer and perfect for a relaxing beach holiday. L'Oceano d'Or is a superb, well-maintained park with plenty of activities to keep the whole family entertained, including bicycle hire, tennis and basketball. The site offers various high-season family entertainment and live music in t...
- Family camping
- On the banks of the river Vienne
- Large animation program
- Heated pool
Set on the banks of the River Vienne, surrounded by beautiful green countryside, Camping Parc des Allais is a lovely family-friendly campsite in the Loire Valley. The campsite is surrounded by tall trees and laid out around a picturesque lake, where guests can enjoy fishing or hire canoes and small boats. From the terrace beside the heated swimming...