Holiday Camps in France

France is an ideal place to plan holiday camp holidays. There are as many as 11, 000 holiday camps in France. In fact the smallest village also has a

campground. The ideal time to plan a holiday at the campsites is between April and October. Not all campsites remain closed for winters.

Cost of holiday camping in France

Generally speaking, the cost of camping in France is not expensive. It is quite affordable and if you are 4 in number, expect to shell out around 8 euros to 15 euros per night provided you are staying in a one-star or 2-star campground.

If you are staying in a 4-star campground, you will need as much as 15 euros to 35 euros for a single night. In addition to these charges, you may have to shell out some extra euros for reservations.

Types of holiday camps in France

The campgrounds in France are categorized as per star ratings. Stars are assigned depending on the services and facilities available to the guests. Also taken into rating is cleanliness and amenities available at the campsites. Star rating doesn’t necessarily reflect the quality of services; rather it is the services and amenities available.

For example, a one-star campsite usually has a shower and few toilets but not much more. 4-star campgrounds on the other hand will have hook ups for electrical appliances, general stores, swimming pool that is heated, washing machines, and restaurants in addition to the facilities available at a one-star campsite. Read further to know in details about the star ratings and the services.

One-star campsites

There are as many as 1500 campgrounds in France that fall in this category. Facilities include hot and cold water shower cabins dish washing sinks, and washing area.

Two-star campsites

There are more than 4,000 campsites. The facilities include whatever amenities you get to enjoy in one-star campsites as well as shower cubicles for individual use, washbasins, small electrical appliances, and power plugs for electrical razors.

Three-star campgrounds

More than 2000 campsites fall in this category of campgrounds. In these campsites you will enjoy facilities in addition to what you get in a one-star and a 2 star- holiday camp. Additional amenities include tiled floors in bathing as well as washing area, play area for kids, wa5rden in attendance, safe deposit lockers for valuables, food store, general store, soft drinks, and English speaking tour guides.

Holiday camps in France - Destinations

With varied geographical terrains and cultures, rugged coastlines, sandy coves, and golden beaches, lush greenery, there is a wide range of holiday camping destinations in France.

Loire Valley (a four-star campground) is one of the better destinations for a holiday camp. This campsite can accommodate caravans, tents, and chalets. The excellent on site food lounge and heated swimming are the main attractions.

Some of the other popular destinations where you can plan a holiday camp are given below –

• Normandy
• Paris
• Picardy
• Brittany (Le Panoramic)
• Ardeche
• Cote d’Azur
• Languedoc Roussillon
• The Vendee (Atlantic Coast)
• Royan (Atlantic Coast)
• French Alps
• Jura
• Burgundy

Latest Updated on 17/01/2011