Here we present campsites and caravan parks in France - from lovely coastal campsites to practical urban caravan parks. We also offer personalised tips on things to see and do in the surrounding area. Campsites and caravan parks in France are presented in three sections: Atlantic Coast, Inland and South Coast.
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Why camp in France?
There are plenty of campsites in France, many of which are surrounded by beautiful countryside. There are also a lot of caravan sites, of various types. Travel to France to discover stunning scenery, exciting sights and great food and wine!
Campsites and caravan parks in France - along the Atlantic coast
Normandy: Veulettes sur Mer - caravan site by the sea
- Description: Pitches on tarmac, close to the sea.
- Service: Electricity, water and emptying of grey and black water via a vending machine. Tokens for this can be purchased at the tourist office.
- Price: Free to park. You pay for service via tokens (2014)
- Find hereDrive towards Veulettes-sur-Mere. Located on the waterfront between the two large cliffs, the site is not to be missed.
Normandy: Honfleur - parking space at the harbour
- Description: Large pitch at the harbour, very close to the centre.
- Service: Electricity, water and drainage of grey and black water.
- Price: €10/day (electricity included) in 2014.
- Find hereCamping-Car area, Bassin de l'Est car park, 14600 Honfleur.
- See and do in the neighbourhood: The charming town of Honfleur with its harbour and fish shops.
Normandy: Arromanches car park in a residential area
- Description: Nice and simple pitch on asphalt near the sea and the city centre.
- Service: Electricity, water and emptying of grey and black water via a coin-operated vending machine.
- Price: Free to stand, electricity + water €2/hour (2014)
- Find here: Drive towards Arromanches-les-Bains. Rue Francois Carpentier.
- See and do in the neighbourhood: Memorials of the Normandy Landings, with museum.
Mont St Michel - car park
- DescriptionOne of the most convenient and automated sites in France! The site is in a natural setting and close to Mont St Michel.
- Service: Electricity, water and emptying of grey and black water. You pay before entering through a barrier.
- Price: Can't remember exactly, probably around €15/day in 2014.
- Find here: Drive to Mont St Michel. Aire du Mont St Michel, Rue Le Reage Du Violet 15, 50170 Beauvoir, Lower Normandy.
- See and do in the neighbourhood: Mont St Michel
Brittany: Cancale - car park
- Description: Site near the centre, which looked nice and tidy, but not fully open (may have been due to the season).
- Service: Emptying of grey and black water. It looked like there could be more services, but those areas were not open when we were there.
- Price: Free when we were there, in low season (2014)
- Find here: Drive towards Cancale. Camping-Car Area La Ville Balet.
Rue des Francais Libres, 35260 Cancale. - See and do in the neighbourhood: Fish and seafood shops.
Brittany: Plogoff - car park
- Description: Parking space on asphalt in the middle of the centre, with services so that we felt it was more or less a parking space.
- Service: Water, electricity, grey and black water drainage, rubbish collection and toilets. Water and electricity are paid in coins.
- Price: Free parking, electricity + water 2 euros/hour in 2014.
- Find hereDrive towards Plogoff. The site is right next to the church, in the centre.
- See and do in the neighbourhood: Not far from here you can experience the stunningly beautiful Camaret-sur-mer. If you continue south, don't miss the walled city either Concarneau.
Ile de Ré parking space at a campsite
- Description: Pitches at the entrance to the Campéole Le Platin campsite. Located on the waterfront.
- Service: Water and drainage of grey and black water. Electricity is available, but not in winter. You pay by driving through a barrier.
- Price: 7 euros/day in low season (no electricity) 2014.
- Find hereDrive over the bridge to Ile de Ré. The car park is just after the bridge, on the right-hand side, at the entrance to Campéole Le Platin.
- See and do in the neighbourhood: Beaches and restaurants.
Mortagne sur Gironde - parking space at the marina
- Description: One of the many nice pitches in France, nicely located by a marina.
- Service: Rubbish collection and electricity. Payment is made when someone comes and knocks on the door.
- Price: About €3/day (can't remember exactly) in 2014.
- Find here: Drive to Mortagne-sur-Gironde. Quai des Pecheurs.
BORDEAUX: Saint-Émilion - parking for motorhomes
- Description: A regular car park, where there are extra long parking spaces for motorhomes. Very good location for visiting the city. Ok to stay overnight. Note that it can get full quickly!
- Service: Garbage collection available. No other services.
- Price: Free (May 2025)
- Find here: 12 Grand Pontet, Saint-Emilion. Do not drive through the town (too crowded for a motorhome) but drive to the car park from the "outside".
- See and do in the neighbourhood: Saint-Émilion is an incredibly charming city with fantastic wines. Also, don't miss out on visiting Bordeaux and the large sand dune Dune du Pilat!
BORDEAUX - Camping-Car le Grain area
- Description: A nice car park outside Bordeaux. You can visit Boredeaux by walking to the bus stop + taking bus 29 from Bernatet to La Garette + taking tram line A into the centre of town. (It takes a while but works just fine.)
- Service: Garbage collection, grey and black water collection, and fresh water. Toilet and shower not available.
- Price: Around 300 kr/day (May 2025)
- Find here32 Av. du Roy, Ambares-et-Lagrave
- See and do in the neighbourhood: There is a lot to see in Bordeaux! Don't miss the large sand dune Dune du Pilat!
Biscarosse-Plage, Silver Coasts. caravan site in forest
- Description: Nice automated pitch in the forest, close to a beautiful beach on the Silver Coast.
- Service: Station with water filling and emptying of black and grey water. You pay when you drive through a barrier.
- Price: About €8/day (depending on the service used) in 2014.
- Find here: Drive towards Biscarosse-Plage. Rue du Tit 681.
- See and do in the neighbourhood: Silver Coast and Europe's largest sand dune, Dune du Pilat.
Campsites and caravan parks in France - inland
Colmar ONLYPARK COLMAR
- Description: Hardstanding pitch, well located for visiting Colmar. It is walking distance to the stand.
- Service: Garbage collection and emptying of tanks. Electricity, water and washing machine available at extra cost.
- Price200/day excl. electricity in May 2025
- Find here6 Rue du Canal, Colmar
- See and do in the neighbourhood: Stroll through cosy alleys, restaurants, Alsace wine and more.
Dijon - Camping du Lac Kir
- Description: Relatively simple but pleasant campsite, in an excellent location for visiting the pleasant town of Dijon.
- Service: Garbage collection, grey and black water collection, fresh water and service building with toilets and showers.
- Price: Around 250 kr/day in June 2025.
- Find here3 Bd Chanoine Kir, Dijon
- See and do in the neighbourhood: Dijon is a pleasant city with architecture, wine and mustard.
Beaune - Camping municipal les cent vignes
- Description: Relatively simple but pleasant campsite, in an excellent location for visiting the pleasant town of Beaune.
- Service: Garbage collection, grey and black water collection, fresh water and service building with toilets and showers.
- Price: Around 350 kr/day in June 2025.
- Find here10 Rue Auguste Dubois, Beaune
- See and do in the neighbourhood: The main attraction is the Hospice de Beaune. You can also experience all the amazing wines! Those who want to do something extra special can aim for a exclusive river cruise in Burgundy.
Hauterives Municipal area
- Description: A simple car park/parking area, where you park in a large open space. Perfect location to visit the Palais Idéal attraction.
- Service: Possibility to empty grey and black water. Otherwise no service.
- Price: 10 euros/night in July 2025 (Free if you only park for the day)
- Find hereCar park p2 of the Palais Idéal
- See and do in the neighbourhood: The marvellous Palais Idéal monument, created by a postman.
Gorges du Tarn Camping Le Site de Castelbouc
- Description: A pleasant, relaxed and relatively simple campsite, with beautiful views of the river. The campsite hires out canoes so this is a good base for canoe trips.
- Service: Drainage of grey and black water, fresh water and service building with toilets and showers. Reception and mini-shop.
- Price: Approximately €25/day during June 2025.
- Find hereCastelbouc, Gorges du Tarn
- See and do in the neighbourhood: Gorges du Tarn is fantastic with small cosy villages, and the possibility to canoe in wonderful nature.
Gorges du Tarn Camping Huttopia
- Description: A pleasant, relaxed and relatively simple campsite, with beautiful views over the river. You can walk to the small town next door.
- Service: Drainage of grey and black water, fresh water and service building with toilets and showers. Reception and mini-shop.
- Price: Approximately €25/day during June 2025.
- Find herePlace called Beldoire, Massegros Causses Gorges
- See and do in the neighbourhood: Gorges du Tarn is fantastic with small cosy villages, and the possibility to canoe in wonderful nature.
Ardeche - Camping midi
- Description: A pleasant, relaxed and relatively simple campsite, with beautiful views of the river. The campsite hires out canoes so this is a good base for canoe trips.
- Service: Drainage of grey and black water, fresh water and service building with toilets and showers. Reception and mini-shop.
- Price: Approximately €25/day during June 2025.
- Find here: Route des gorges de l'Ardèche, Le Pont d'Arc - 07150 Vallon Pont d'Arc.
- See and do in the neighbourhood: Canoeing and caves, such as the Grotte de la Madeleine and cave paintings. Do not miss to visit Chauvet Cave!
La Romieu - Florence Camp
- Description: A very nice, green and well-kept campsite. There is a nice swimming pool and a nice restaurant. Walking distance to the cosy little town.
- Service: Electricity, grey and black water drainage, fresh water, service building with toilets and showers, washing machine, reception, mini-shop and restaurant.
- Price: €21/day in May 2025.
- Find hereCamp de Florence, Allée du Camp, La Romieu.
- See and do in the neighbourhood: The town is very cosy with a cat legend and a Unesco church.
Moustiers Sainte Marie - camping Saint jean
- DescriptionNice campsite within walking distance of Moustiers Sainte Marie. If you drive past the campsite you will also find a car park.
- Service: Service house, reception with mini-shop and WiFi (2 hours included free of charge).
- Price: 16 euros/day + tax in low season with ACSI discount card, 2015.
- Find here: Drive towards Moustiers Sainte Marie and look out for signs. Quartier Saint Jean, 04360 Moustiers Sainte Marie.
- See and do in the neighbourhood: The village of Moustiers Sainte Marie and the canyon Gorges du Verdon.
Gorges du Verdon: Castellane parking space in the city centre
- Description: Pitches on asphalt by the river, close to the centre - on the other side of the river from Peter.
- Service: Don't know because we happened to fricamp on the wrong side of the river (not allowed).
- Price: Don't know (2015)
- Find here: Drive to Castellane, the site is on the river, near the bridge to the centre. Aire Municipale, Ancienne Route de Grasse, 04120 Castellane.
- See and do in the neighbourhood: Castellane and the Gorges du Verdon canyon.
Aiguines - Camping L'Aigle
- Description: Scenic campsite on sloping terrain, with stunning views of the Lac Sainte Croix lake and within walking distance of Aiguines.
- Service: Service centre, restaurant and free WiFi in the reception/restaurant.
- Price: 16 euros/day + tax in low season with ACSI discount card 2015.
- Find here: Quartier Saint-Pierre.
- See and do in the neighbourhood: The village of Aiguines and the canyon Gorges du Verdon.
Lac Sainte Croix - Camping Le galetas
- DescriptionSimple but pleasant campsite near the Lac Sainte Croix lake and the entrance to the Verdon. Right next to it there is also a pitch for 10 euros/day.
- Service: Service house and free WiFi covering part of the campsite.
- Price: 18 euros/day in low season 2015.
- Find here: Located in Galetas, near the entrance to the Verdon.
- See and do in the neighbourhood: Canoe/tramp boat hire.
Campsites and caravan parks in France - along the south coast
Cap d'Agde - Naturist campsite Oltra
- Description: Large and well-run naturist campsite in the nude town of Cap d'Agde.
- Service: Service centre, restaurant, small shop and WiFi at extra cost.
- Price: Approximately €45/day, 2015.
- Find hereCentre Naturiste René Oltra, 1 rue des Néréïdes, 34 307 Cap d'Agde.
- See and do in the neighbourhood: The naturist town of Cap d'Agde with its beaches, restaurants and jester clubs. Not too far from here you can see the fortified medieval town. Carcassonne.
Palavas les Flots - parking space at the marina
- DescriptionOne of the most pleasant sites in France! Nicely located at the marina, within walking distance of the centre of Palavas les Flots.
- Service: Shelter, water, emptying of grey and black water and electricity if you pay for it.
- Price: About €14/day without electricity and about €17/day with electricity, 2015.
- Find here: Drive to Palavas les Flots and follow the signs for the site. Port Fluvial Base Paul Riquet, Rue Frederic Mistral, 34250 Palavas les Flots.
- See and do in the neighbourhood: Palavas les Flots by cable car. Also, don't miss out on the charming town of Seat.
Arles - Camping l'Arlesienne
- DescriptionNice campsite in a good location for visiting Arles. Just outside the campsite you will find buses to the city centre.
- Service: Service house, pool and WiFi included in the price.
- Price: 16 euros/day + tax in low season with ACSI discount card, 2015.
- Find here149 Draille Marseillaise Pont de Crau BP 50126.
- See and do in the neighbourhood: Arles with its amphitheatre. You can also make a visit to the caves of Baux de Provence.
Giens Peninsula Camping Olbia
- DescriptionWell-maintained campsite in La Madrague, with scenic areas all around.
- Service: Service centre, restaurant, small shop and WiFi at extra cost.
- Price: 16 euros/day + tax in low season 2015 with ACSI discount card.
- Find here: Avenue René du Knyff 545, drive to La Madrague and through the town.
- See and do in the neighbourhood: Hiking, sunbathing and swimming or surfing. Don't miss out on visiting this amazing island Porquerolles. It is also interesting to discover the city Marseille.
Le Lavandou - Pramousquier Park
- DescriptionA rather nice and green campsite with a short walk to the beach. There is also a bus stop nearby, with buses to Le Lavandou, etc.
- Service: Service centre with toilets and showers and normal services.
- Price: About 32 euros/day in the high season 2018.
- Find hereParc Camping Pramousquier SARL, Chemin de la Faverolle Quartier de Pramousquier, 83980 Le Lavandou.
- See and do in the neighbourhood: Take a boat trip to the beautiful island. Port-Cros or to the naturist island Ile du Levant.
Sainte Maxime - Camping Cigalons
- DescriptionCharming little campsite in hilly terrain, a few metres from a fine sandy beach.
- Service: Service centre, small restaurant and WiFi (extra charge).
- Price: 16 euros/day + tax in low season 2015 with ACSI discount card.
- Find here: Drive along the beach, eastwards from Sainte Maxime.
- See and do in the neighbourhood: Sunbathing and swimming on beaches. Not far from here you can visit St Tropez.
Saint Aygulf - Camping Saint Aygulf beach
- Description: Large and well maintained campsite with both sunny and shady pitches. Large nice pool and close to the beach.
- Service: Electricity, water, waste management, grey and black water drainage, service building, shop and bakery.
- Price29/day incl. electricity at the beginning of July 2025.
- Find hereBd Salvarelli Quarter 270
- See and do in the neighbourhood: Beach and a number of restaurants. You can also visit the towns of Frejus and Saint-Raphael and experience the beautiful Esterelbergen.
ANTibes - Camping treilles
- Description: Very simple family run campsite, with grass pitches and walking distance to beach. Friendly and caring owners!
- Service: Electricity, water, waste management, grey and black water drainage and service buildings.
- Price: Around €25/day including electricity in July 2025.
- Find hereAv. Georges Bizet 211, Antibes.
- See and do in the neighbourhood: Long beach with fine gravel.
All pitches and campsites in Corsica
Corsica - campsites and caravan parks
Corsica has plenty of campsites, many of which are well located and close to nature. It is also possible to find the occasional pitch.
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Click here for even more tips on travelling in France. Here you will find tips on interesting places, sights, activities and experiences.
Info and facts about France
- Capital cityParis
- Language: French
- Residents: 67.1 million (2017)
- Currency: Euro
- Price mode: As in Sweden
- El: Like Sweden
- Water: Drinkable
- Religion: Christianity
- Flag: The flag of France is blue, white and red.
Driving to France
- Ferry from Gothenburg: Gothenburg-Kiel with Stena Line takes 14 h 30 min. By car drive via A1 which takes 13-14 hours.
- Ferry from Trelleborg: Trelleborg-Rostock with Stena Line or TT-Line takes about 6-7 hours. By car drive via A1 which takes about 14 hours.
Roads and driving in France
- Roads: French roads are of a good standard. Beautiful roads include Route Napoleon and the Alsace wine route.
- Road tolls: You have to pay a toll on many motorways, but not on all. You pay at toll stations on the road and at exits. It is usually easiest to pay by cash, but you should also be able to pay by credit card. Be aware that driving on French motorways is relatively expensive.
- Environmental zones: The central areas of several cities (e.g. Paris, Lyon and Grenoble) are classified as environmental zones, and to drive in them you need the Vignette Crit'Air sticker. The sticker can be ordered online before departure from Air Quality Certificate Service.
- Speed limits: Passenger cars and camper vans under 3.5 tonnes drive on motorways at 130 (except in bad weather when 110 applies). Vehicles over 3.5 tonnes may drive at 110 on motorways, 90 on multi-lane motorways and 80 on single-lane motorways and roads.
- Per mille limit: 0.5 (0.2 for professional drivers and new licence holders)
- Traffic rules: Talking on a handheld phone and sending text messages while driving is prohibited. Heavy vehicles (over 3.5 tonnes) must keep 50 metres away from the vehicle in front.
- Equipment in the car: Reflective vests and warning triangles must be in the car.
- Words in traffic: "Rappel" means reminder. "Sens interdit" means prohibited direction of travel.
- Fuel: Petrol stations are called 'station de service' and the cheapest place to fill up is at supermarkets such as Carrefour. Diesel is called "gazole" or "gasoil", while petrol is called "essence" and is available in 95 and 98 octane.
- Parking rules: Yellow lines on the road mean no stopping and dashed yellow lines mean no parking. "Stationnement" means parking and "payant" means that it is subject to a charge. In Paris, you cannot park for more than 24 hours in the same car park. On the other hand, there are plenty of car parks in France.
- Security: Make sure you have Roadside Assistance, so that you can get help on the spot in case of an accident. The emergency number for the country's emergency services is 112.
Rules on camping and caravanning in France
- There are plenty of both campsites and caravan parks in France. Many pitches in France consist of free car parks where you pay with coins if you want electricity or water.
- The rules for free camping are restrictive, but in more remote areas overnight stays are accepted.
- Read more about travelling by motorhome in France here.
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Lars Permeln says:
Absolutely superb, thank you very much. We will use some of these sites when we visit Mont St Michel.
19 April 2016 - 15:14
admin says:
Lars Permelin, I'm glad the information is useful! Have a nice trip!
24 September 2016 - 20:38
Frank says:
Would have been desirable with coordinates It's a bit easier than a road description otherwise good info.
Currently planning for next year
24 October 2016 - 12:59
admin says:
Frank, thank you very much for your comment! I know a lot of people want coordinates, so we'll try to get a little better at finding them somewhere and writing them down. We have a GPS without coordinates ourselves (can only enter street addresses) so it doesn't come naturally to us...
27 October 2016 - 7:43
Simone says:
Such valuable information for our nascent life as a motorhome traveller in my own country; thank you for this resource!
You haven't mentioned France Passion, which is an organisation where you can stay on farms and buy farm products, which is a great way to get to know different regions and their inhabitants.
01 June 2022 - 13:00
Enturitaget.se says:
Hello!
We have been looking for cities to visit in France this fall. Since we have been to France a lot over the years, we are now looking for places we have not been to that might appeal to us. But also places we have been to many times with our children when they were little.
So we go to your site and look up France. You are sooo good. You always find nice tips when you go to the site.
What we then choose and how we will sift through everything remains to be seen. We will only be gone for 6 weeks this autumn. Have to prioritize South Africa and meetings with all friends at the beginning of next year and everything costs money. But oh how hard we will have to prioritize when we found so many nice things on your site too.
/Anette and Stefan The Adventure
05 July 2026 - 20:27