th west France is home to Bordeaux, which is well known worldwide for its production of fine wines. Top campsites in Gironde include Bonne Anse Plage, Sequoia Parc, and Domaine d'Oleron situated on Ile de Oleron off the mainland coast. Markets are commonplace in French towns and are well worth the visit, if just to take in the local ambience alone. Most campsites will be able to provide you with France is an excellent destination for camping holidays, whether you choose to stay in a caravan or tent there are many top quality regions to choose from.

If you are a first time visitor to France you may be interested in arranging your holiday through a tour operator. Keycamp and Eurocamp are probably the two most popular tour operators for European camping holidays, particularly for UK citizens.

So where are the best places to stay?

How about a trip to the Vendee region in western France. The Vendee region is well known for its fine Atlantic coast beaches. With around a 250km stretch you’re sure to find the perfect spot for you, whether you wish to take part in various high octane water sports such as jet skiing, or if you prefer the solitude in a secluded location. There are many fine camp sites to choose from in Vendee such as the 4 star sites Du Jard, Le Clarys Plage and Les Ecureuils to name but a few, each of these being within a short walking distance from the beach.

Perhaps you could venture further inland to the Dordogne region in the south of France. Popular camping sites in the Dordogne include the family run site of Les Peneyrals, Saint Avit Loisirs, La Palombi?re and La Paille Basse. All of these sites are located in the centre of the Dordogne allowing easy access to other places of interest in the region. Places of interest include the towns of Sarlat, Souillac, and Bergerac. Or for the more adventurous why not take a canoeing trip down the Dordogne River or visit the Lascaux and Lacave caves.

The Gironde region located in south west France is home to Bordeaux, which is well known worldwide for its production of fine wines. Top campsites in Gironde include Bonne Anse Plage, Sequoia Parc, and Domaine d'Oleron situated on Ile de Oleron off the mainland coast. Markets are commonplace in French towns and are well worth the visit, if just to take in the local ambience alone. Most campsites will be able to provide you with i

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So where are the best places to stay?

How about a trip to the Vendee region in western France. The Vendee region is well known for its fine Atlantic coast beaches. With around a 250km stretch you’re sure to find the perfect spot for you, whether you wish to take part in various high octane water sports such as jet skiing, or if you prefer the solitude in a secluded location. There are many fine camp sites to choose from in Vendee such as the 4 star sites Du Jard, Le Clarys Plage and Les Ecureuils to name but a few, each of these being within a short walking distance from the beach.

Perhaps you could venture further inland to the Dordogne region in the south of France. Popular camping sites in the Dordogne include the family run site of Les Peneyrals, Saint Avit Loisirs, La Palombi?re and La Paille Basse. All of these sites are located in the centre of the Dordogne allowing easy access to other places of interest in the region. Places of interest include the towns of Sarlat, Souillac, and Bergerac. Or for the more adventurous why not take a canoeing trip down the Dordogne River or visit the Lascaux and Lacave caves.

The Gironde region located in south west France is home to Bordeaux, which is well known worldwide for its production of fine wines. Top campsites in Gironde include Bonne Anse Plage, Sequoia Parc, and Domaine d'Oleron situated on Ile de Oleron off the mainland coast. Markets are commonplace in French towns and are well worth the visit, if just to take in the local ambience alone. Most campsites will be able to provide you with

here are many fine camp sites to choose from in Vendee such as the 4 star sites Du Jard, Le Clarys Plage and Les Ecureuils to name but a few, each of these being within a short walking distance from the beach.

Perhaps you could venture further inland to the Dordogne region in the south of France. Popular camping sites in the Dordogne include the family run site of Les Peneyrals, Saint Avit Loisirs, La Palombi?re and La Paille Basse. All of these sites are located in the centre of the Dordogne allowing easy access to other places of interest in the region. Places of interest include the towns of Sarlat, Souillac, and Bergerac. Or for the more adventurous why not take a canoeing trip down the Dordogne River or visit the Lascaux and Lacave caves.

The Gironde region located in south west France is home to Bordeaux, which is well known worldwide for its production of fine wines. Top campsites in Gironde include Bonne Anse Plage, Sequoia Parc, and Domaine d'Oleron situated on Ile de Oleron off the mainland coast. Markets are commonplace in French towns and are well worth the visit, if just to take in the local ambience alone. Most campsites will be able to provide you with

Loisirs, La Palombi?re and La Paille Basse. All of these sites are located in the centre of the Dordogne allowing easy access to other places of interest in the region. Places of interest include the towns of Sarlat, Souillac, and Bergerac. Or for the more adventurous why not take a canoeing trip down the Dordogne River or visit the Lascaux and Lacave caves.

The Gironde region located in south west France is home to Bordeaux, which is well known worldwide for its production of fine wines. Top campsites in Gironde include Bonne Anse Plage, Sequoia Parc, and Domaine d'Oleron situated on Ile de Oleron off the mainland coast. Markets are commonplace in French towns and are well worth the visit, if just to take in the local ambience alone. Most campsites will be able to provide you with

th west France is home to Bordeaux, which is well known worldwide for its production of fine wines. Top campsites in Gironde include Bonne Anse Plage, Sequoia Parc, and Domaine d'Oleron situated on Ile de Oleron off the mainland coast. Markets are commonplace in French towns and are well worth the visit, if just to take in the local ambience alone. Most campsites will be able to provide you with information on when and where the local markets are held. Maybe you could take on the locals at P?tanque (French bowls), which is a popular pastime played all over France.

This is just a brief glimpse of some of the most popular French regions and activities. There are many other exciting regions to visit in France each with their own unique flavour and characteristics.