France

From the rugged scenery of the Alps to stunning sandy beaches and cosmopolitan cities full of amazing architecture and fabulous food – there’s a reason France is one of the most popular camping and caravanning destinations in the world. If you’re planning your next trip to this country of culture, don’t miss our in-depth guides to camping in France.

A Vintage Holiday

Russell Wheldon | 12 May 2017 | Read time: 6m 5s

Campsite owners and vineyard owners share a passion for their land, so if you’re staying in a wine region, you won’t have to go far to enjoy a tasting.

City Camping

Rob Fearn | 20 Apr 2017 | Read time: 3m 26s

France European Travel Culture

If you’re planning on taking a short city break within the UK and Europe this year, why not swap that...

Iconic French Battles of the 20th Century

Russell Wheldon | 1 Apr 2017 | Read time: 4m 24s

D-Day France Culture

France has been at the epicentre of major conflicts throughout history and, for a country made up of such beautiful and tranquil landscapes, it has seen more than its fair share of bloodshed.

The Canals and Rivers of France

Ben Tully | 13 Mar 2017 | Read time: 6m 43s

France Outdoor Activities UNESCO Nature & Eco Camping Rivers

There’s a great drama about some of them – the magnificent château at Chenonceaux spanning the Cher, the deep gorges...

Châteaux of the Loire

Russell Wheldon | 30 Jan 2017 | Read time: 4m 38s

France UNESCO Culture

From Château d’Anet in the North to Culan in the South, they offer some of the most spectacular architecture in the world. A magnificent illustration of French thought and design, each of the Loire châteaux tells a story of the region.

Site of the week: Château Camping le Colombier

Rob Fearn | 31 May 2016 | Read time: 33s

France Culture

Le Colombier is a real gem of a campsite, situated in the grounds of a Normandy château, which is home...

La Charcuterie!

Rob Fearn | 1 May 2016 | Read time: 2m 6s

Food & Drink France Culture

When in France, you will most likely come across the classic charcuterie platter. A wonderful meal which is so simple in form, yet wonderfully complicated, it’s a meal which has been eaten in France for hundreds of years. It was the way to preserve meat before refrigeration, it’s now become a delicacy in its own right.