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With its rich historical heritage, wine bars and lively squares, Tours is a perfect summary of a certain French art de vivre . So make the most of your camping holiday in Pays-de-la-Loire or Centre-Val-de-Loire and discover this pretty town nestled between the Loire and Cher in the heart of the Valley of the Kings.

The Saint Gatien Cathedral district

It is at the foot of the Saint Gatien cathedral that our walk in the Old Tours begins. Built on the remains of the Roman city of Caesarodunum, this cathedral was named in memory of the first bishop of Tours. The bishops of Tours have often played an important role in the history of France. Especially Saint-Martin. More than 500 villages in France are named after him and his story is told on the walls of many churches. As a Roman soldier, Saint-Martin would have given half of his coat to a poor man suffering from the cold. The following night, Christ would have appeared to him and he became the most illustrious evangelist in the western world. After many peregrinations, he took the reins of the bishopric of Tours. At his death he was the object of a real cult and Tours saw pilgrims from all over Gaul flocking to him. One of his successors, Gregory of Tours, was the author of a History of the Franks which was a mine of information on the poorly documented period of the Merovingian kings. Although the first cathedral was built in the 4th century, it was between the 13th and 16th centuries that the Gothic style of the present cathedral was developed. Adjacent to the cathedral, the Psalette cloister is a very beautiful construction which oscillates between Gothic and Renaissance. You can admire a beautiful spiral staircase which is a miniature replica of the François I staircase of the Blois castle. What once housed the archbishopric of Tours in the 17th and 18th centuries now serves as a showcase for the Fine Arts Museum of Tours . There you can admire works inherited from lost castles (Richelieu, Chanteloup) as well as from the great abbeys of Tours. The museum’s masterpieces are two paintings by Andréa Mantegna from the altarpiece in the church of San Zeno Maggiore in Verona, brought back by Napoleon on his return from his campaigns in Italy.

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The castle of Tours

On the other side of the cathedral, facing the bridge that the Tourangeaux people call the “Pont de Fil”, stand two towers. These are the only remains of the Château de Tours, a powerful medieval fortress built by Philippe le Hardi at the end of the 13th century. This quadrilateral-shaped castle had a high tower at each of its corners. The two towers are therefore all that remains of it. The higher of the two was raised in the 15th century. It is named Tours de Guise in memory of the son of the Duke of Guise who was imprisoned there for three years. Between the two towers, the Logis de Mars, rebuilt at the end of the 18th century, now houses a Museum of Modern Art.

Saint Julien church district

We continue our walk through the streets of Tours to the church of Saint-Julien. Founded in the 6th century by Gregory of Tours, this abbey was home to the relics of Saint Julien. Partially destroyed by a hurricane in the 13th century, it mixes Romanesque and Gothic styles. In the former monastery buildings of the abbey, you can nowadays visit the Touraine Wine Museum and the Compagnonnage Museum. This museum looks back on a long tradition of excellence among French craftsmen who used to take them on a tour of France in order to perfect their art before presenting their masterpiece to an assembly which awarded them the title of Compagnon du Tour de France (Companion of the Tour de France). This museum, unique of its kind, offers a complete panorama of the history of the Compagnonnage. Strolling through the streets surrounding the church of Saint-Julien, you can see the house of the “Pucelle Armée” at 39 rue Colbert. It is said to have been the home of the man who made Joan of Arc’s armour. Before going into Old Tours, we do not fail to go and admire the Wilson Bridge which spans the Loire. It is the oldest bridge in Tours. The Tourangeaux (Tours inhabitants) nicknamed it the “Pont de Pierre”.

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Around the Place Plumereau in Tours

After a few steps in the Old Tours, you can admire the superb Italian Renaissance façade of the Gouin Hotel. Just next door stands the CCCOD of Tours, the Centre de Création Contemporaine Olivier Debré (Contemporary Creation Centre Olivier Debré), a showcase for contemporary art exhibitions. We finally arrive at Plumereau Square. The real heart of the city, this square is a former crossroads. It is lined with beautiful half-timbered houses from the 15th and 16th centuries. The sculptures that decorate the facades bear witness to the extraordinary liveliness that animated this square in the Middle Ages. It is the ideal place to take a break and have a drink. It is indeed one of the high points of Tours’ life as soon as the sunny days allow the terraces. Just a stone’s throw from Place Plumereau stands the former basilica of Saint-Martin. As early as the 5th century, pilgrims came from all over Gaul to visit the tomb of Saint Martin. This basilica remained an important religious centre until the end of the Middle Ages. Unfortunately, it was partially razed to the ground during the French Revolution. Only the Charlemagne Tower and the Clock Tower remain of the original building. To get an idea of what the basilica was like, you can go to 3 de la rue Rapin where a museum is dedicated to the former basilica. In the courtyard of a neighbouring private building (5 rue Descartes) you will find its cloister, a small jewel of the Touraine Renaissance.

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The Chateauneuf district

It is pleasant to stroll around Place Plumereau. By taking the rue des cerisiers, the rue de la rôtisserie, the rue de la serpe, the place du grand-marché or the rue du change, we discover streets lined with half-timbered houses whose names are full of history and tell the story of life in Tours in the past. This district was known as the Chateauneuf district, a neighbourhood with its own fortifications. For several centuries Tours was indeed a double city with two poles of attraction which were the basilica and the cathedral. It wasn’t until the 14th century that a single rampart united the two districts to form the old town centre of Tours.

Jean Jaurès Square in Tours

We leave the former Chateauneuf to reach the Place Jean Jaurès. The latter houses the imposing Law Courts and Town Hall. The latter was designed by the Tourangeau architect Victor Laloux, to whom we owe the famous Orsay Train Station in Paris. Behind the Town Hall, every Wednesday and Saturday, Boulevard Bérangère hosts one of the oldest flower markets, a magnificent mix of scents and colours. A few steps from the Place Jean Jaurès, we leave the historic Tours for a Tours that already has a foot in the future. Opposite the elegant 19th century railway station stands the Vinci congress centre, designed by the architect Jean Nouvel. Faced with this building with its resolutely modern forms, one cannot help wondering what a stroll through the “Vieux Tours” will look like in a hundred years’ time.

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The Tours Loire Valley Tourist Office and the city of Tours offer a thematic tour of the Old Town of Tours, led by a guide. To the west of the Rue Nationale, the Vieux Tours district extends around the Place Plumereau. It is characterised by a dense and ancient habitat. There is a homogeneous group of half-timbered houses alongside exceptional town houses. These residences bear witness to the prosperity of this sector of the town, which was developed around a huge collegiate church dedicated to Saint Martin. Once housing the body of the saint, it was the centre of one of the oldest pilgrimages in Christianity.

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Discover the Loire Valley and visit its 2 most prestigious castles in one great day: impressive Château de Chambord and stunning Château de Chenonceau. Learn about the intimate little secrets of the French Kings who once lived there. Enjoy off-the-crowd panoramic views thanks to your local guide, benefit from wealth of thrilling genuine details and funny anecdotes and make the most of this exciting day. Program: 9.30am: Departure from Tours. Meet your friendly guide in front of the Tourist Office in the city of Tours (just in front of the train station). Everybody's here? Let’s start the day! 9:30am: Start in front of the Tourist Office in the city of Tours, and get into our minivan, off to Chenonceau! Next step is Château de Chenonceau! On the way, get a good look at lovely privately owned châteaux but also other must-see castles of Loire Valley such as: Cheverny, Chaumont, Amboise, Montrichard... Chenonceau: this is the most visited historical monument in France after Château de Versailles. Admire this stunning chateau and its unique gallery, built on a bridge across the Cher River. With your guide, stroll through the gorgeously-manicured gardens à la Française named after the famous ladies who lived there: "Catherine de Médicis" and "Diane de Poitiers". Once inside, take your time to appreciate the refined architecture and feminine influence that prevails in each room of this renowned chateau, all decorated with beautiful antiques and the most divine fresh flower arrangements. The kitchens, the Queen bedroom, the Gallery... your tour guide will show you all the beautiful rooms of this incredible place. Lunch will take place off the beaten path. You will enjoy a typical French lunch in a lovely private château of Loire Valley, built by Jean le Breton! Start with the visit of this unique familly Château, meet the family and discover all the authentic rooms and lovely surroundings of this haven of piece. After the visit, hosted by the French Countess who lives there permanently, indulge in the nice and cozy atmosphere with tasty food and local Loire Valley wine. This experience will make you feel like the owner of the place! More than a chateau, this work of art is a glorious historical place that will take you to the heart of the Loire Valley and the Renaissance era. Your guide will make this trip back in time a fun and captivating experience. He will tell you everything about the history of the castle, built by the famous King François 1er. Unforgettable! Once inside, your guide will select for you the most emblematic rooms to visit: the double helix staircase, the chapel, the terrace...He will also share with you memorable anecdotes and point at hidden details of interest and breathtaking views of the château. So get ready to travel back in time of French Renaissance! After this exceptional visit, your tour-guide will advise you some spots to get a impressive view of the chateau. A spectacular day you will never forget. 5.30pm: Back to the Tourist Office in Tours

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Our collection includes both incredible tent camping sites and exceptional glamping sites to make your camping holiday in France one to remember. There are campsites that are perfect for family camping and campsites that offer romantic stays for couples who want to get away from it all. Whether you want to go camping on the west coast of France, in the Dordogne, the Alps or on the Mediterranean coast, we should have something to suit you.

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France is a real country of contrasts. To the west is the Atlantic-facing coast, in some places dotted with off-shore islands that make for cycle-friendly camping havens, in other spots, open to the barrel waves of the Atlantic and perfect for surfers. In the east, meanwhile, lies the mighty mountains of the Alps, great crinkled giants where mountain-bikers and hikers reign supreme in summer and skiiers slide in winter. Between the two, there is something for everyone. There's open countryside, where Limousin cattle graze, fine French wines are made and miles upon miles of canals create a watery navigational network.

There's forested national parks, where powerful rivers carve dramatic gorges through the hills before slipping serenely into swim-friendly pools of blue. And there's space, in abundance, to simply kick back at a campsite and enjoy the peace and quiet. Wherever you go, the climate is fairly reliable, while local events are a must-see. For maximum information, its worth checking out the official Tourism France website and checking travel information with your ferry company, airline or trainline before you leave. But for neat ideas and inspiration, you're already in the right place. Our dedicated team have pulled together their top travel ideas for time spent in France and picked their favourite campsites. All you have to do is pack the car and book your camping break!

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Visualise your idea of the best campsite in France… Do you see a tent pitched in the shade of pine trees on the edge of a sandy beach? Or a place with wildflowers among mountains? Perhaps you imagine a green spot by a river with a view of vineyards or a cabin overlooking the sparkling Mediterranean? The variety of landscapes in France and the sheer number of French campsites means all these things are available and more. The choice can make finding your perfect pitch a tricky task but hopefully that’s where we can help. The Hipcamp team have been scoping out camping holidays in France for years and our hand-picked selection features only sites that we think offer something extra special: often it’s an amazing location, sometimes it’s a genial host and occasionally it’s just a little je ne sais quoi.

Discover the best campsites in France, from the Atlantic Coast and the Dordogne, to the high peaks of the Alps and Pyrénées. This expertly chosen collection of campsites from the authors of the best selling Hipcamp France guidebook has everything from riverside campsites to woodland pitches, family-friendly camping to glamping sites, city break campsites to rural escapes.

​ Tent camping in France

The French sure like to camp and French campsites are often well set-up with more facilities than we’re used to back in the UK, to make French camping holidays really comfortable. Even on the smaller sites preferred by the Hipcamp team there’s often a swimming pool, table tennis and pétanque. And a bread and croissant ordering service is de rigeur pretty much everywhere you go. Combine these classically French touches with the wealth of amazing destinations, sunny weather and delicious French produce, and our nearest neighbour presents an attractive place for a camping holiday abroad.

Packing up the car for a tent camping holiday in France, getting on the ferry and remembering to drive on the right is all part of the adventure for some people – even an annual ritual for others. If you haven’t already found your favourite camping site in France, chances are you’ll find it among our hand-picked selection. We’ve tried to make it easy for you to find your ideal place to stay with our “Refine Search” feature which lets you create your own custom list of French campsites by filtering our selection down to sites which offer the things you want in the locations you like the look of.

Glamping holidays in France

Our collection of glamping sites in France have been as carefully chosen as our classic French campsites and offer a way to go on a camping holiday in France with none of the hassle. If crossing the Channel and driving south with all your holiday gear is not the comfortable ride you want at the beginning of your holiday, why not go for glamping instead? Leave the tent, bedding and cooking equipment at home for a car journey that’s less likely to give you cramp or even fly to your destination and find a luxury tent, cabin or chalet set up and waiting for you.

Glamping in France is growing all the time and the range of accommodation is huge from treehouses to tipis, and from modern geodesic domes to old-fashioned roulottes or gypsy caravans. There are shepherd’s huts, bell tents, yurts, safari tents and more. With hundreds of large-scale campsites across the country and especially on the south and west coast, you might say that the French were offering glamping before the word was invented. They have long had campsites with pre-erected tents, cabins and chalets, often on vast sites with amazing facilities, a kids’ club and entertainment galore. Here at Hipcamp we usually prefer something a little more bijou, a little more homegrown and a little more in keeping with the surroundings but there’s no doubt that the nation’s track record in setting up campsites with all mod cons has fed in to their ability to provide great glamping too.

Huttopia campsites

Huttopia campsites manage to cater for the large number of European campers and glampers who head for France whilst retaining the ethos of a classic campsite. This well-established brand is the exception to the rule when it comes to big-name campsites, making a conscious effort to offer accommodation and facilities that blend in with the natural surroundings whether that be a woodland, lakeside or beachfront site. You’ll find natural materials and colours are used in the glamping accommodation they offer which includes safari-style tents, roulottes and wooden cabins.

Like other larger campsites, Huttopia sites offers facilities and activities for its campers but many of these are designed to immerse you in the surroundings and to make the most of them rather than exploit them and rub off their rough edges. There are sites with natural swimming pools and forest spas with activities, including yoga, archery and basket making.

Family camping in France

Kids tend to be well catered for on campsites on the Continent so finding family camping in France is not usually difficult. The larger sites, like the family-friendly Huttopia campsites, tend to lay on activities for children during the holidays and at weekends. Before you promise the kids that they’ll be hanging out at the holiday club or diving in to the pool though, it’s always a good idea to check the opening times as these activities and facilities are often seasonal and do not always coincide precisely with the campsite’s own open season.

Whether there are child-friendly activities laid on or not, it’s likely that your kids will love their camping holiday anyway. Years of camping with kids has taught us that, as a general rule, they love the excitement of running wild on a campsite, toasting marshmallows, making new friends and sleeping under canvas. Add in pain au chocolat at breakfast time, Oranginas with lunch and all the adventures that come with a holiday in France and your kids will have a holiday they’re not likely to forget.

Romantic camping and glamping holidays in France

France may be the ideal location for a family-friendly camping holiday but it can also be the perfect place for romantic camping and glamping too. With campfires, candlelight, scenic camping spots and endless stargazing, even the stoniest of hearts might begin to soften a little and there’s no denying the romantic appeal of France; it’s a country of lovers with Paris at its heart and Champagne pretty much the national drink. It’s possible to find a place to stay that’s within reach of the capital if you want to wine and dine in the Europe’s most-romantic city and there are lots of rustic and romantic sites out in the countryside and on the coast too.

If you like to pitch your own tent or park up in your campervan, a site with secluded or spacious pitches can give your camping trip a romantic edge. But glamping accommodation really ramps it up by adding romantic luxury to a camping holiday. Much of the glamping accommodation that’s out there is perfectly-sized for two: bell tents, yurts and geodesic domes, sometimes with hot tubs, too, or shepherd huts and wooden cabins that are snug and cosy for a couple.

Campsites around Paris

Camping near Paris gives you the chance to see the sights and sounds of the city and one of France's most popular destinations during the day, while enjoying a greener space as a base. There are campsites with a short drive or train ride from the city centre which offer a surprising contrast to the bustling streets. You can visit The Louvre, climb the Eiffel Tower and explore Montmartre before returning to your campsite to cook on the barbecue and sleep under canvas. You can wake up to birdsong and have a picnic-style petit dejeuner at your camping or glamping site then head in to the city to tour Notre Dame or cruise on the River Seine.

For a couple looking for an affordable way to visit Paris with a snug and romantic accommodation option, a campsite near Paris is a great choice. It’s also an ideal way to holiday near the capital for families as you can combine days of sightseeing with days by the pool, cycling or relaxing on site.

Campsites in France by region

From the vibrant coastline of the west to the mighty, alpine mountains of the east and the prickly pyrénées in the south, France is a vast and varied land. While certain area's of France are well known in their own right – river valleys such as the Dordogne Valley, for example, and mountain ranges like the Alps and the Pyrénées – the entire country is also split down into a number of different regions. Each region contains a collection of departments, similar to British counties, and each will also have its own intriguing history, landscapes and visitor attractions. If you know where you want to go, take a pick of the regions of France below and discover the campsite that's right for you.

Brittany and Normandy

Brittany and Normandy on France’s northern coast are great places for a camping holiday in France as these regions are relatively easy to get to and full of fascinating places to visit. It's no surprise they are the most popular regions for summer holidays and quick family holidays for those in the South East of England. Brittany is a peninsula in France’s far north west with a rocky coastline. It’s directly south of western England and there are ferry services from Portsmouth and Plymouth. The historic city of Saint Malo and Brest are tourist hotspots and on the more natural side of things you may want to head for the Forest of Brocéliande, full of Arthurian legend, or to the Parc Naturel Regionel d’Armorique.

Technically, Mont St Michel is in Normandy but easily accessible from both regions as it sits on Normandy’s west border in Northern France. This much-photographed tidal island with cobbled streets and a medieval monastery is well worth a visit. Normandy’s coast is varied but best known for the sandy expanses of the D-Day beaches and the region is also home to Monet’s Garden at Givenchy.

The Atlantic Coast of France

The west coast of France is home to some fantastic sandy beaches and, while they may sometimes be a little rougher than the calm seas of the Med and Eastern France, they are also a little more accessible from the UK – and offers some great opportunities for watersports. There are campsites all along the coast and we’ve picked out the best to feature in our collection of campsites in western France. There are also islands off the coast where sand dunes and salt marshes form the landscape and seafood features on almost every menu. So, when choosing your campsite, ditch the big camping club and take a surf through our seaside recommendations instead. You can get an injection of culture and a taste for wine in Bordeaux and a taste for adventure at Dune du Pilat, Europe’s largest sand dune, or Biarritz, France’s surfing capital.

The South of France

If you drive it can be a bit of a trek but camping in the south of France is worth it: Provence, the French Riviera, the Cote D’Azur, Languedoc. Fields of lavender, vineyards, eucalyptus trees, the sparkling waters of the Mediterranean and sun: this is the stuff that dreams are made but, of course, everyone knows it. There are plenty of places to stay but the Hipcamp-rated ones are fewer and further between and often a little off the beaten track. Our collection of campsites in the south of France offer camping and glamping both on the coast and inland in some spots that are simply hard to beat.

Incredible views of snow-capped peaks, crystal-clear lakes, Alpine wildflowers and adventure – camping or glamping in the Alps offers, both literally and metaphorically, a breath of fresh air. During the summer months there are plenty of camping sites where you can pitch up and head out to explore the region and there are glamping sites that operate year-round too, offering a comfortable base whatever the weather. The Alps region is the place for adventure and outside of ski season activities including hiking, climbing, running, mountain biking and white-water rafting are all on offer. But it can also be the perfect place for a restful break where gazing up at Mont Blanc, Europe’s highest mountain, is as active as it gets.

The Midi-Pyrenees

On the other side of the country is France’s second highest mountain range, The Pyrenees with many peaks over 3,000 metres. The range forms France’s border with Spain and the Midi-Pyrenees region is another great place for camping and glamping amid spectacular mountain scenery and, particularly, for those who like to combine their camping with a healthy dose of adventurous activity. If you’re camping in or near the mountains, hiking, climbing, canoeing, white-water and white-water rafting are all easily accessible – some campsites even offer these activities for campers.

The Dordogne and Lot

Between the Pyrenees and the beautiful Loire Valley, lies the Dordogne and Lot region. The rivers of the same names meander through this green and pleasant land and make it what it is: one of the most popular places for camping in France and a place that has seduced many Brits to up sticks and leave the UK for good. If you choose camping in the Dordogne we’re confident you won’t be immune to its charms either thanks to the vineyards, forests and rivers that make up its beautiful landscape. The countryside is dotted with rustic stone buildings and fairytale châteaux and there are medieval villages and ancient caves to visit as well as a lot of waterways to kayak and canoe your way along. In short, it’s got a bit of everything including campsites and glamping sites that deserve their place in our hand-picked selection.

What to see and do when camping in France

France’s vast and varied regions each offer a wealth of things to do and you’ll find region-specific inspiration at the official tourist information site for France. It’s a tad tricky to shortlist a whole nation’s not-to-be-missed sights and activities but here at Hipcamp we love a challenge so here follows our suggestions of things to do on a French camping holiday. If you're looking for holiday ideas, we think this is a good place to start. You may not be able to manage all of them in a fortnight’s holiday in France, but we’re sure you’ll be back…

1. Try the local produce

The French, like many Europeans, still have thriving food markets where rural producers come to town to sell their wares. These are great places to pick up local produce for barbecues and picnics whilst on a camping or glamping holiday. You’ll find regional specialities and national favourites as well as the freshest fruit and veg around.

2. Spot a château

The sight of a French château as you drive around the countryside can bring a gasp of wonderment. Often turreted, towered even tumbling, French castles seem to have a fairytale quality that is enough to make you swerve to the side of the road for a selfie in front of them. The Loire Valley is the place to see the best of them but each region claims a few. Some are private homes, some have been converted and some are open to the public and can make fascinating places to visit on days out

3. Kayak or canoe

With so many waterways it’s no surprise that France is said to have some of the best kayaking in Europe. Whether you are camping near the Dordogne and Lot, in Provence, the Alps or the Midi Pyrenees, there’s likely to be a lake or river where you can canoe or kayak to take in the sights, ride the rapids or enjoy a bit of wildlife watching.

4. Sunbathe on the beach

With a north coast on the Channel, a west coast on the Atlantic and a south coast on the Mediterranean, not to mention plenty of lakes and river beaches inland, there’s every chance you’ll be camping or glamping somewhere near a shore where you can enjoy a spot in the sun and a place to launch yourself into the water.

5. Explore medieval France

Mont St Michel in the north, Sarlat in the Dordogne and Carcasonne in the south… France is peppered with well-preserved medieval towns and villages that provide the perfect backdrop for a café au lait and deserve a little exploration.

6. Head underground

France’s Vézère Valley in the Dordogne region is home to the Lascaux Cave where pre-historic cave paintings have proved that the area has had human occupation for at least 400,000 years. The Lascaux Cave is closed to visitors to preserve its ancient artwork but a replica has been created and there are many other subterranean sites in this World Heritage-listed valley and around France.

7. Climb a mountain

If you’re camping or glamping in the Alps or Midi-Pyrenees, you’ll have this covered and, if you’re near enough, we highly recommend making a detour to take in some spectacular mountain scenery. Even in the other regions, you’re never too far from a high peak in France – there’s the Massif Central in the heart of the country, the Juras, Vosges and Ardennes in the east and the Massif Armorican in the north west.

8. Sample French cuisine

France is known throughout the world for its fine cuisine and even if you’re self-catering on a camping or glamping holiday, it’s worth making time for a meal out. A fixed-price menu is often available (especially at lunchtime) offering a good-value way to dine out. Or perhaps trust your taste buds to the chef and try the Plat du Jour in a restaurant.

9. Drink wine

A carafe of wine on the table at mealtimes is fairly standard in France and with so much fantastic wine produced in the country it would almost be rude not to sample it. If you’re in one of the wine-producing regions, why not go a step further and visit a vineyard.

10. Play pétanque

Petanque or boules is enjoyed throughout France and most towns or villages will have a petanque court where you can watch the locals play. Many French campsites also have a court of gravel or sand so you can while away a few relaxing hours trying your hand at this sedate but addictive game.

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France is the largest country in Western Europe – and with that comes plenty of places to go camping. French campsites can be as budget-friendly or budget blow-out as you want – think private chalets, secluded cottages and spacious pitches – but it’s always best to book in advance to save on costs and avoid disappointment.

1 - Camping Les Cascades

2 - camping les tropiques, 3 - camping le domaine des bans, 4 - camping le lavedan, 5 - camping payrac les pins, 6 - camping sylvamar, 7 - camping les îles, 8 - camping les voiles d’anjou, 9 - camping le chaponnet, 10 - camping la clairière, 11 - camping l’etoile des neiges, 12 - camping le couspeau, 13 - camping belle plage, 14 - camping pomport beach, 15 - camping l’ocean breton.

Below, we’ve selected some of the best campsites in France, where you can enjoy a range of sports, activities and facilities before hunkering down for the night in a cosy cottage or tent. Make time to explore your surroundings; you can take a day trip to explore vineyards in Dordogne , go on coastal walks along the beaches in Brittany or hike through the Vosges mountain range in eastern France.

Whether you’re considering tailor-made family holidays or a fun stay with a group of friends, continue reading for our round-up of the best campsites in France. Looking for more reasons to love France? Discover 20 fun facts about France .

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An active walking tour out of the way in France

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Southern France – Walks in the Alpilles and Lavender fields

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Ideally situated at the foot of the Cascades du Sautadet, Camping Les Cascades is perfect for families looking to go camping in France . There’s five hectares of unspoilt nature to enjoy, where you can splash about in the heated swimming pool and paddling pools, spread out on the beach or head out to the nearby villages just a short walk away.

There are cottages, glamping tents and tent lodge safaris to choose from. Also on the campsite are sports and activities available year-round; try a classic game of petanque, go fishing or simply kick a ball about on the pitch.

  • Area: Languedoc-Roussillon, La Roque-sur-Cèze, Gard
  • Travel Tip: Wind down the evening at the on-site Italian restaurant.

La Roque sur Cèze surroundings

La Roque sur Cèze surroundings © litchi cyril photographe/Shutterstock

Make the most of the tropical vibes at Camping Les Tropiques ! Thanks to its Mediterranean-feel, it’s one of the best campsites in France to unwind; just head to the wellness centre to switch off. There’s plenty of other activities to get involved with, too; play tennis, dive into water-aerobics or try your hand at archery.

With cottages, chalets and tents to choose from (including accessible options), and various kids clubs catering for five to 17 year olds, you’ll find there’s something for everyone here.

  • Area: Languedoc-Roussillon, Torreilles, Pyrénées Orientales

Aerial view of the city of Perpignan beside Torreilles in Pyrénées Orientales, France

Aerial view of the city of Perpignan beside Torreilles in Pyrénées Orientales © Alexey Fedorenko/Shutterstock

In northeastern France lies the Camping Le Domaine des Bans . As camping holidays in France go, this is a great place to base yourself if you want to explore further out. From here, you can hike through the valleys and hills of the Vosges; go for a clifftop walk along the Route des Cretes; or climb to the top of Ballon des Vosges for landscape-studded views.

After an active day, rest up at one of the cottages – ranging from basic to swish styles – that sleep up to five people. There’s even a couple of new additions for 2021, so what are you waiting for?

  • Area: Lorraine, Gerardmer, Vosges
  • Travel Tip: Looking for campsites in France with lakes? The pitch sites are located by the edge of a lake – just lay back and listen to the birdsong.

Lake Gerardmer in the Vosges, France

Lake Gerardmer in the Vosges © RVillalon/Shutterstock

Not far from the Pyrenees national park is Camping Le Lavedan . Cottages and chalets are available here (including accessible options) and sleep up to six people. Looking for how to have an inexpensive holiday in France? Opt for their pitch sites, which allow you to spread out and make the most of the natural scenery. Get stuck in with activities such as water-aerobics, yoga lessons and group sports.

There’s also a range of fun activities nearby, such as kayaking, rafting and even hot air balloon rides! Plus, just 15km from the site lies the Lac de Lourdes, making this one of the most conveniently located campsites in France with lakes.

  • Area: Midi-Pyrenees, Argeles-Gazost, Hautes-Pyrénées

Pic du Midi de Bigorre in the french Pyrenees, Argeles-Gazost surroundings  © PHILIPIMAGE/Shutterstock

Pic du Midi de Bigorre in the French Pyrenees, Argeles-Gazost surroundings © PHILIPIMAGE/Shutterstock

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With water slides, evening entertainment and bakeries surrounded by a lush green landscape, you can make the most of the Dordogne at the Camping Payrac Les Pins . There’s a distinctive small-community feel, which encapsulates the best of this quaint French region.

The cottages and tent lodge are just as charming, sleeping up to five people, as well as numerous pitches. Also on site are a number of pools and slides – but a few kilometres away from the campsite is the nearby Dordogne River.

  • Area: Midi-Pyrenees, Payrac, Lot
  • Travel Tip: A budget-friendly way to enjoy the local area? Take a refreshing dip in the Dordogne River.

Rocamadour, Midi-Pyrenees Region, Lot Department, France

Rocamadour, Midi-Pyrenees Region, Lot Department © ivoha/Shutterstock

Dive into an impressive water scene at Camping Sylvamar . The on-site aquatic park packs a punch with outdoor heated pools, lazy rivers and waterslides – plus plenty more for all ages. Prefer to stick to dry land? There’s just as much to choose from: think clay pigeon shooting, dance classes and archery.

Choose from basic two- to three-bedroomed cottages or upgrade to a premium stay at the likes of their four-bedroomed Cottage Marbella – or go all out with the chalet with its own private swimming pool, brand new for 2021. With so much more on offer, Camping Sylvamar is one of the best campsites in France.

  • Area: Aquitaine, Hossegor, Landes

French atlantic coast Hossegor Soorts

French Atlantic Coast Hossegor Soorts © litchi cyril photographe/Shutterstock

Camping Les Îles is ideally situated just a few kilometers from the sea in Granville, northeastern France. The campsite offers a range of swimming opportunities, whether you want to soak up in a Jacuzzi, let the little ones splash about in the paddling pool or simply recline on a sunbed by the pools.

The upmarket rental accommodation comes with an allocated parking space. The premium accommodation are uniquely styled cottages that sleep up to eight, while the slightly more basic (but just as scenic) cottages and chalets sleep up to six.

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  • Area: Normandy, Granville, Manche
  • Travel Tip: Pets are allowed at all of the cottages.

Gothic church on the hill and fishermen boats in port town Granville, Normandy, France

Granville, Normandy © Boris Stroujko/Shutterstock

If you’re looking for camping holidays in the Loire Valley, look no further than Camping Les Voiles d’Anjou . This serene campsite doesn’t cover a huge amount of space, but that’s part of its charm; and there’s still enough room for beach volleyball!

There’s a fantastic range of rental units, from upmarket gipsy caravans to humble cottages – including new additions for 2021. Near the campsite are vineyards, châteaux and unique villages to check out.

  • Area: Pays de la Loire, Saumur, Maine-et-Loire

 Saumur and medieval castle Saumur, France

Saumur © Iakov Filimonov/Shutterstock

Combine the best of land and sea at Camping Le Chaponnet , idyllically located along the Vendée coastline. In fact, you can make the most of the beaches by taking the free shuttle bus that services between the campsite and beaches during the high season.

The rental accommodation at Camping Le Chaponnet ranges from premium chalets and cottages to standard cottages that sleep up to eight people (accessible options available) in verdant surroundings. All ages and abilities will enjoy the sports and activities on-site; choose from archery, basketball courts and, in case of a rainy day, an indoor gym.

  • Area: Pays de la Loire, Brem-sur-Mer, Vendée
  • Travel Tip: Explore the verdant woodland in nearby Pays des Achards.

Vendée, the dunes of Bretignolles sur Mer, France

Vendée, the dunes of Bretignolles sur Mer © Thomas Pajot/Shutterstock

Take a well-deserved detox with a stay at Camping La Clairière . Here you’ll not only find a dedicated wellness area, where you can pamper yourself into bliss, but you can also enjoy a few hours at the rum and oyster bar before deciding what to do next. The tents and cottages sleep up to six people and range from brand-new premium cabanas and chalets to spacious cottages and furnished tents.

While you’re here, dive into a family-friendly aquatic area with its tropical lagoon and thatched beach bar, or drop the kids off at one of the day clubs where they can play mini-golf and treasure hunts while making a bunch of new friends.

  • Area: Poitou-Charentes, La Tremblade, Charente-Maritime

Typical view around La Greve in La Tremblade, city of oyster and mussels

La Greve in La Tremblade, city of oyster and mussels © Chanut Adrien/Shutterstock

Ideally situated at the base of Saint Jean Montclar, one of the top skiing and hiking destinations in France, Camping L’Etoile des Neiges makes for a perfect camping holiday in France come summer or winter. The cottages, chalets and pitches are tucked away in a wooded area near a trickling stream.

Pick up picnic supplies from the on-site bakery or head down to the petanque area to enjoy an authentic French experience. Venture off-site to the nearby delights of the Mercantour national park and Serre-Ponçon lake.

  • Area: Provence-Alpes-French Riviera, Saint jean Montclar, Alpes de Haute-Provence
  • Travel Tip: Enjoy the Hammam spa, sauna and whirlpool baths, which are all included in the price.

Col-Saint-Jean mountain landscape at summer

Col-Saint-Jean mountain landscape © Claudio Giovanni Colombo/Shutterstock

Over in southeastern France’s Drôme region, Camping Le Couspeau promises a memorable stay. The pitches, chalets, glamping tents and tent lodges (including accessible options) all overlook different parts of the stunning Bordeaux Valley, so it really is time to book that trip!

There’s a great choice of sports and activities to choose from, whether you want to stretch yourself with a yoga class, give pottery a go or join in with the group sports.

  • Area: Rhone-Alpes, Poet-Celard, Drome

Bourdeaux in Drome, France

Bourdeaux in Drome © Bertrand louis/Shutterstock

Stay in the heart of Brittany at Camping Belle Plage . This sprawling campsite gives you the chance to play beach volleyball and petanque, join various-aged kids clubs and relax into a massage, but better still, it provides direct access to the beach!

However you choose to spend your day, the top-of-the-range accommodation is just what you need to wind down in. There’s premium cottages as well as more standard-style cottages and tents that sleep up to eight people, including accessibility options.

  • Area: Brittany, Lorient, Morbihan
  • Travel Tip: Get to know the interesting Breton culture by taking a walk along the coast or take the shuttle bus to nearby Ile de Groix.

Port of Lorient, commune in the Morbihan department in Brittany in north-western France

Port of Lorient, a commune in the Morbihan department in Brittany in north-western France © Christian Musat/Shutterstock

Looking for campsites in France with lakes? Camping Pomport Beach should be at the top of your list – there’s a lake within the campsite grounds! This holiday hotspot is located in the village of Pomport in the stunning Dordogne region. The soft sand beach, numerous sunbeds and restaurants on-site make this a great place to unwind.

Why not take advantage of their bike rental service and head out to the neighbouring vineyards? The Dordogne is one of the top wine-making regions in Europe, if not the world, thanks to its ideal soil and grape-growing settings – and a healthy dose of sunshine.

  • Area: Aquitaine, Bergerac, Dordogne

Port of Lorient, commune in the Morbihan department in Brittany in north-western France

The town of Bergerac on the Dordogne River in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France © Steve Allen/Shutterstock

The expansive Camping L’Ocean Breton , located in southern Finistère in Brittany, is situated nearby to many lovely beaches, and you can make the most of its ocean-side setting by taking in the ancient history and intriguing heritage of the area.

There’s a huge range of accommodation to choose from, from cottages including their own spas to peaceful little lodges (including accessible options), depending on whether you want to be at the heart of the action or somewhere a little more secluded.

  • Area: Brittany, Lesconil, Finistere

The harbor in Lesconil, Brittany, France

Lesconil, Brittany © Tony Joe Gardner/Shutterstock

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Aimee White

Aimee is an in-house Senior Travel Editor at Rough Guides and is the podcast host of The Rough Guide to Everywhere. She is also a freelance travel writer and has written for various online and print publications, including a guidebook to the Isle of Wight. Follow her on Twitter at @aimeefw .

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Come and discover Indre-et-Loire and put down your bags in Saint-Avertin, in the Centre region!

Campsite open from April 5th, 2024 to November 3rd, 2024 Chalets open all year through

The campsite has 110 pitches, including 6 pitches equipped with tents without sanitary facilities, 20 chalets and 10 tiny-houses.

For a serene vacation, stay at ONLYCAMP Tours Val de Loire Saint Avertin. Located on the banks of the Cher River, this establishment is particularly suitable for those who want to stop near all the sites of the Loire Valley. Not far from the most beautiful castles of the Loire Valley (Villandry Gardens 18km, Royal Castle of Amboise 25km, Chenonceau Castle 28km, Chambord Castle 80km…) and the emblematic cities of the area (Tours 4km, Chinon 46km, Blois 70km and Angers 128km). This campsite will delight you with its central location, quiet, and close to all urban services.

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With its ideal location at only 3 km from the Loire à Vélo itinerary, the Tours Val de Loire campsite is an ideal stopover if you are a cyclist : a bicycle room, a kitchen at your disposal, small adapted rentals… Everything is planned to make your stay easier, for a one-night stop or a few days of holidays!

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“Super pleasant welcome…. And very well kept and shady and quiet campsite to recommend”

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By car, motorcycle, motor home : If you’re on the A10, take exit 22 towards Saint-Avertin, then Avenue du Lac, go straight on at the roundabout, take the third exit onto Avenue Georges Pompidou, go straight on, just before the traffic lights turn right onto Rue de Rochepinard, go straight on until number 61.

By train : If you take the train, you can get off at the Saint-Pierre des Corps station (4 km) or at the Tours Centre station (4.5 km).

By bike : From the center of Tours, take the Grammont avenue (located near the Tours train station), follow the Grammont avenue bike path, cross the Sanitas bridge and the Honoré de Balzac island, turn left and ride along the Cher river, then pass under a bridge. When you arrive at the roundabout, continue straight on the Rochepinard street, you will find the campsite on your left.

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Tour du Mont Blanc Camping Guide: Everything You Need to Know

By: Author Gabi

Posted on Last updated: December 15, 2023

Camping on the Tour du Mont Blanc is a great way to save money and experience beautiful camping spots on your Alps adventure. This ultimate guide will tell you everything you need to know about camping on this iconic trek from where to camp, tips on wild camping, and how to coordinate food and meals.

We went back and forth so many times on whether we should camp on the Tour du Mont Blanc or just go with the more popular option of staying at Refuges. The refuges are, after all, what makes the TMB so unique.

In the end, what made us decide to go camping was two things:

  • Each night we spent in a tent instead of a refuge saved us almost $200 in refuge expenses for the 3 of us.
  • That $200 saved could be $200 spent on more yummy European food and drinks.
  • What sealed the deal was the prospect of epic campsites with a view from our tent.

We did in fact score amazing camping spots overlooking sharp, dramatic peaks and because of that, I encourage all experienced backpackers to take on the challenge of hauling a tent and creating your own itinerary.

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Reasons to Camp on the TMB

Budget friendly.

If you’ve been putting off hiking the Tour du Mont Blanc because you “can’t afford a trip like that” think again. By bringing a tent, staying at campgrounds, and occasionally wild camping, your trip will be nearly half the cost.

Related: How Much Does it Cost to Hike the Tour du Mont Blanc (Coming Soon)

Unfortunately, this is one of the most expensive backpacking trips in the world and if you aren’t hiking solo, it’s pretty insane what it costs to stay in a refuge.

That being said, you can turn this really expensive trip into a moderately budget-friendly trip by camping.

Even if you stay at campgrounds every night (and don’t wild camp), the price is 10 Euros per person on average versus 60 Euros per person on average in refuges (that includes food though).

And if you’re on a really tight budget, cooking your food while tent camping with your backpacking stove will make this trip far more budget-friendly.

Save Money, Eat More

Refuges are REALLY expensive and so one of the biggest things we liked about the prospect of tent camping was that we’d have more money to eat. Yeah sure we’ll sacrifice on the comforts of a cozy bed and a hot shower every night but if we’re coming to Europe, we want to eat like kings.

If that sounds like you, camping is probably a good choice.

Solitude and Stunning Scenery

This was the deciding factor for us. Yes, we were on a tight budget and yes we wanted to eat a lot of good for but even more, we were going to be in the freaking ALPS! Few places in the world can compare to the beauty of this range and we wanted the full experience of being in it and surrounded by it.

The campsites aren’t all stunning, but the few nights that were, were over-the-top, mind-numbing, and Instagram-worthy beautiful.

The proof can be found in this related blog of 35 photos to inspire you to hike the Tour du Mont Blanc .

Things to Consider Before Camping on the Tour du Mont Blanc

Camping and fastpacking don’t mix.

Regret camping TMB, not fastpacking & camping it. Fastpacking means rapid backpacking, finishing TMB in 7-9 days vs. 9-11 days normally. It involves hiking fast without the tent, possibly using public transportation to skip sections. Carrying a tent’s weight affects speed, challenging for high-altitude crossings. On a 105-mile trail with 33,000 feet of elevation gain, choose between speed or carrying a tent.

Carrying a heavy tent affects speed, especially tackling 2 col crossings/day on a trail gaining 33,000ft over 105 miles. Choose tent or speed.

stage 6 of Tour du Mont Blanc, Italy

Camping on the TMB involves logistical challenges, requiring meticulous planning, especially considering limited food and supply stops. Fastpacking complicates the timing for meals, hiking, and setting up tents before nightfall, hindering the enjoyment of scenic views.

I’ll say it one last time and be done: If you are going to camp, take the time and do it in 10-11 days.

Cool? Cool.

You MUST Plan Out Your Food

The single hardest part of camping was trying to get food. So most importantly: You must carry a camp stove and backpacking food.

In the planning phase, we read so many times about how easy it was to get food. This caused us to go about the planning phase thinking in terms of mileage and places to camp, not in terms of we’ll eat dinner here and then pitch our tent here.

For a trail that’s known for its easy access to luxurious eating opportunities, it’s amazing that we managed to starve as much as we did. We didn’t starve but there were multiple nights we went to bed without proper dinner.

Here’s how to not starve on the Tour du Mont Blanc:

1 | Eat Dinner at Refuges

Option one kinda contradicts the benefit of saving money by camping. If you’re camping for the sake of the experience and have a larger budget, the best way to go about food is to just pay for dinner at each refuge.

The reason that we were hungry so often is that most refugees don’t just let you walk in and pay for what you order at dinnertime like you can at lunch. Lunch on the Tour du Mont Blanc was wonderful most of the time because it was a great way to rest, the meals were fantastic, and we didn’t have to spend a fortune.

Refuge des Mottets on Tour du Mont Blanc

But with dinnertime, “You either partake in the entire meal or have none of it?” (obscure movie reference) and unfortunately, our budget couldn’t accommodate this.

Dinner usually runs around 25-30 Euros per person and with this, you get to enjoy an amazing 3-4 course meal. If you decide to go with this option though, you do need to be arriving at the refuge no later than 5:30 pm. Dinner is served at 7 pm (and sometimes earlier) and you have to be signed up for dinner ahead of time with the refuge managers. You can’t just show up at 7 pm.

Pre-book dinner at refuges via call or email, and carry backup food as they’re remote. It’s an enriching, costly option, though.

2 | Carry a Camp Stove + Backpacking Meals

So unless you want to go with option 1, it is essential that you pack a way to cook your food and that you factor in time to resupply in cities.

Eating lunch at refuges and cooking your dinners is a great way to get a taste of delicious European food whilst also saving money.

The important part of this is meal planning.

While in Europe, I love baguettes but they aren’t the most packable. For a few nights, we enjoyed baguettes, salami, greens, French butter, and croissants—delicious but bulky for backpacks.

Les Contamines, Tour du Mont Blanc

If I were to do it again, I basically would’ve planned 1 day of good food, then 1-2 days of backpacking food. Something that won’t go bad between towns.

Carrying a camp stove is great for cooking traditional backpacking meals and honestly, I would carry a camp stove even if I was just using it to make my coffee in the morning. It wasn’t often, but on a few days when we weren’t camped anywhere close to a refuge, I had to pry myself out of my sleeping bag without coffee…it was terrible.

I recommend these Kuju Coffee Pocket Pourover Packets because they’re super yummy and backpacker-friendly.

Water is Easy to Find

On the subject of food, rest assured that water is very easy to find. Throughout the trail, there are often actual water fountains where you can refill your bottles. Given that you’re camping, you should pack a water filter as a backup.

Hydro blu water filter

The only time we had to use ours was at Chalet du Glacier in Switzerland and at Lac Blanc in France, where the water is not drinkable without being filtered. Hence, why it is necessary to pack a water filter as a backup. If you don’t have a water filter, we love carrying HydroBlu’s Go Flow or Clear Flow systems.

Electrical Outlets are Hard to Come By

This factor depends on the person. I’m a full believer in the value of completely detaching from phones and electronics for a week but at the same time, I’m a photographer at heart and there was no way I was going to do one of the greatest mountain hikes in the world without my good ol’ Sony A6300 .

In addition, I think it’s good to have your phone charged in case you need to make an emergency call, though a GPS/Spot device would work the same.

The point being, it’s up to you whether this even matters but by camping the Tour du Mont Blanc, electricity will be harder to come by. Most campgrounds do have some form of outlet but they’re not charging stations (like outlets in the bathroom for example). So you either need to commit to going off-grid or pack proper battery devices like Jackery Portable power banks and the real-life saver, our Biolite Solar Panel (see pack list below).

Related: What to Pack for Camping on the TMB

Wild Camping on the Tour du Mont Blanc

Any seasoned backpacker knows the value of scoring a stunning spot in the National Forest or on BLM land where you can pitch a tent, have the place all to yourself, and can take it all in for free .

Wild camping is a little different in Europe. It’s not like Mont Blanc Massif is just one big clump of public land where you can pitch tents as you please. Wild camping rules are different in all 3 countries.

France is the best for wild camping and overall they are pretty lax about where you pitch a tent. Usually, there are even designated free camping spots along the Tour du Mont Blanc marked with signs of “Aire de Bivouac.” Many, but not all, of these designated wild camping spots even have a water source and toilets.

When it comes to Italy and Switzerland, wild camping is pretty much illegal. Technically, the rule is that you may wild camp if you are over 2500 meters in elevation and you are setting up camp at sunset and packing up at sunrise. Except for Fenetre d’Arpette, there aren’t spots on the TMB that are above 2500 meters. I know some people try their luck on this if they’re pitching their tent at dusk but in general, don’t expect to find any wild camping in Italy.

In all 3 countries , you can pitch a tent on private land with the owner’s consent. For example, I know people often camp at the Le Peute dairy farm in Switzerland and we wild camped on the property of Col de Balme with consent from the refuge owner.

I recommend staying in a hotel in Chamonix though before your hike so you can get a good nights sleep before starting this incredible adventure.

Tour du Mont Blanc Camping Spots

Chamonix campgrounds, camping les arroles.

Price: 4.40 for tent, 7.10 per adult Amenities: Toilets, free showers, charging station, picnic tables, dishwashing stations

This campground was awesome because of the price and proximity to Chamonix Center. The showers were super warm and I liked the community feel of the campground.

Camping Les Arroles, Chamonix, Start of the TMB

When you camp here, and at most campgrounds in Chamonix Valley, you’ll be given a guest pass which gives you free access to public transportation. Be sure to hold onto this for later use at the end of the TMB.

Bonus: The campground has a luggage office. This is great if you’re doing the TMB as an add-on to a longer European trip and you have other luggage you don’t need on the trial.

Other campgrounds nearby:

  • Camping de la Mer de Glace: 5 Minutes train ride North of Chamonix, free train pass included
  • Camping Les Marmottes: 5-minute train ride south of Chamonix
  • Camping des Deux Glaciers: 5-minute train ride south of Chamonix

Camping on Stage 1: Les Houches to Les Contamines

Camping bellevue.

Distance: Kilometer 0, Les Houches Price: 7.50 per adult Amenities: Toilets, free showers, charging station

If for some reason you want to camp in Les Houches instead of Chamonix this is a fine option. There are grocery stores, bakeries, and restaurants nearby.

Campground: Camping Bellevue Distance: Kilometer 0 Price: 7.50 per adult Amenities: Toilets, free showers, charging station

Camping on Stage 2: Les Contamines to Les Chapieux

Camping le pontet.

Distance: Kilometer 18 Price: 4.40 for tent, 5.50 per adult Amenities: Toilets, free showers, dishwashing station, laundry facilities, restaurant and small grocery store on site

While we did not stay here personally since it was too early our day, we did go right by it and it seemed like a really nice campground.

If you’re doing a classic stage 1 this is a great first night. Note that the campground is 2 km further south from town. You have to get on a bus to get there. If you need food and supplies, get them before you go to the campground though there is a small restaurant and store there.

If 18 kilometers seems like a long day you, can cut out the first 2 km with the free shuttle in Les Contamines. It picks up every 30 minutes or so in front of the Office of Tourism in Contamines and drops you off right at the campground. The shuttle continues all the way to Notre Dame de la Gorge. You could even hop back on that shuttle in the morning to skip relatively boring road walking however, it only cuts off one kilometer.

The Tourism Office has charging outlets and is right across the street from a grocery store, bakery, and water fountain making it also a really good place to get stock up if you are going to continue on past Camping le Pontet.

Wild Camping near Nant Borrant

Distance: Kilometer 23 Price: Free Amenities: Water supply, possibly toilets, close to Nant Borrant

Nant Borrant is a 1.5-hour walk from Les Contamines (shorter if you ride the free shuttle) and about 15 minutes past this refuge there is a designated wild camping area marked with a sign on the left-hand side of the trail.

Stage 2 from Les Contamines to Les Chapieux, TMB

There is a water supply about 200 meters from the tent site at the trail junction. The sign said there were toilets but I didn’t see any (there is a forest though). It’s pretty but not the most stunning campsite. Easy to get dinner at Nant Borrant before making camp.

Wild Camping at Refuge de la Balme

Distance: Kilometer 26 Price: Free Amenities: Toilets, sinks, water supply, access to Chalet Refuge de la Balme

Twice we almost stopped at prior campsites just before this spot but we pushed on and I’m so glad we did. We ended up scoring one of the most beautiful campsites I had ever seen.

Tent view from Chalet Refuge de la Balme on the Tour du Mont Blanc stage 2

Even though the campsite felt super remote and isolated, you still had access to public toilets with sinks and a water fountain.

I’d recommend having your food here or eating at Nant Borrant, although the food is not very good at this Refuge.

Free Camping in Les Chapieux

Distance: Kilometer 34 Price: Free Amenities: Toilets, sinks, water supply, restaurants nearby

There is a free camping area at the Tourist Office in town. I’ve heard mixed things about camping here. Some say it’s beautiful and some say it’s too loud and busy but it’s the only option in Les Chapieux for camping.

There are a few restaurants for dinner and a small shop for basic groceries and supplies.

Camping on Stage 3: Les Chapieux to Rifugio Elisabetta

Stage 3 is a very difficult place to find camping. Technically, the next designated camping spot isn’t until Val Veni which is 6 hours away. Getting to that campground requires taking the bad weather alternate route which is understandable in bad weather but trust me when I say the classic stage 4 route is one off the most beautiful sections of the entire TMB!

Wild camping near Refuge des Mottets

Distance: Kilometer 40-44 Price: Free Amenities: None

Refuge Des Mottets is very clear that they do not allow wild camping anywhere near the refuge.

Refuge des Mottets on Tour du Mont Blanc

The management did however tell us that you can camp up toward Col de la Seigne. They didn’t exactly say where and you probably don’t want to sleep on a exposed mountain pass so I’d say to look for a spot about 20 minutes from the refuge.

It’s not recommended to camp here in bad weather.

Wild camping at Rifugio Elisabetta

Distance: Kilometer 49 Price: Free Amenities: Water supply

I’ve heard from a few people that there is a designated wild camping spot near Elisabetta but I did not see an obvious spot.

At this point in the day, we had combined stages 1 and 2 in one day so we were desperate for a comfy bed and decided to just pay for beds at Rifugio Elisabetta since they had availability.

Rifugio Elisabetta, stage 3 of Tour du Mont Blanc

I think if the refuge is fully booked, they would allow you to set up your tent and wild camp nearby because there are so few options for campers on stage 3.

When all else fails, see Val Veni below.

Camping on Stage 4. + 5: Rifugio Elisabetta to Courmayeur to Rifugio Bonatti

Again for stages 4 and 5, there are no designated campgrounds on the main TMB. Your options are similar to stage 3: wild camp if you’re desperate and discreet, opt for a refuge for one night, or bypass part of stage 4/5 to make it to the next designated campground (not recommended as this is one of the best parts of the tour).

Also, be sure that you stock up on food and supplies Courmayeur . The next grocery store isn’t until La Fouly, Switzerland.

Val Veni Campgrounds

Distance: Kilometer 53 (Alt Route) Price: 5.00 for a tent, 7.50 per adult Amenities: Toilets, showers, laundry, bar/restaurants, small food shop

When all else fails on stage 3, the nearest campground, Aiguille-Noire, and Camping La Sorgente can be found an hour from Elisabetta on the bad weather alternate route. If necessary, you can hop on a bus starting in La Visialle, 40 minutes from Elisabetta.

The campgrounds here are great but it’s a long day of hiking for most and you’ll be missing the beauty of the classic stage 4.

Vel Ferret Campgrounds

Distance: Kilometer 67, 15-minute bus ride from Courmayeur Price: 4.50 for tent, 7.50 per adult Amenities: Toilets, hot showers, laundry, dishwashing station, small food shop

While there are no campgrounds in Courmayeur, there are many campgrounds in Val Ferret. We stayed at Camping Grandes Jorasses and loved it. There is Camping Tronchey just 2 bus stops further.

Set in the forest and beneath another large glacier, this was a perfect campground for us for the night. Hot showers were €0.50 per 2 minutes and the showers were as expected at most campgrounds, basic but clean enough.

Val Ferret Campgrounds, Italy, TMB

The Val Ferret campgrounds are a 15-minute bus ride from Courmayeur. Bus tickets cost €2 and can be purchased from the tour office and they’ll tell you which bus to get on.

If you stay here, be sure to come prepared with food to any of these campgrounds. Don’t leave Courmayeur without stocking up with enough food for a few days. There won’t be any grocery stores until you reach La Fouly and since it’s in Switzerland, everything will be significantly more expensive than if you buy it in Courmayeur. There’s also an ATM in town if you need cash for refuges.

Note that Courmayeur has siesta from noon to 3 pm-ish and you won’t be able to re-supply at this time but trust me, you’ll be happy to head into stage 6 with enough food to last a few days.

From the campgrounds in the Val Ferret, you can easily rejoin the main TMB route right across the street from Notre Dame de Guerison. From Camping Grandes Jorasses, you just walk down the main road 5 minutes and you’ll see the obvious trail signs and a bridge.

Wild camping before Bonatti

Distance: Kilometer 77 Price: Free Amenities: None

Like all wild camping in Italy, I’d only recommend this as a place to pitch your tent near sunset and be out by sunrise.

About an hour before you reach Rifugio Bonatti, there are many flat places where you could pitch a tent for the night and you’ll even have an amazing view of the Grandes Jorasses, Mont Blanc, and Val Ferret + Val Veni.

Alt Stage 5 of Tour du Mont Blanc, Italy side

The area right around the ruins perhaps 30 minutes before Bonatti is probably the most ideal spot, terrain-wise.

Note: It is technically illegal to wild camp here. Use your discretion when deciding to camp here.

Camping on Stage 6 + 7: Rifugio Bonatti to La Fouly

Wild camping on grand col ferret.

Distance: Kilometer 90 Price: Free Amenities: None

Remember, Switzerland does not allow wild camping unless you’re above 2500 meters. Technically, Grand Col Ferret is at 2537 meters which means you could in theory camp at the summit.

Though it wouldn’t be at 2500 meters, as you descend into the Switzerland side of the Col there are many places where you could probably pitch a tent. This is only a good last resort option, not a good place to spend the evening.

Note, it is technically illegal to camp here. Use your discretion to decide on camping here.

Camping Des Glaciers

Distance: Kilometer 100, 6 hours from Bonatti Price: 8.00 per adult Amenities: Toilets, hot showers, dishwashing station, common area, free wifi, small food shop

We didn’t stay here but we walked right past this campsite. This campground sits right on the TMB just after passing through town. It has all the facilities.

Camping Les Rocailles

Distance: Kilometer 115, 4.5 hours from La Fouly Price: 16.00 for a tent, 8.00 per adult Amenities: Toilets, hot showers, dishwashing station, picnic area

After La Fouly, the next campground isn’t until Champex. The campground is on the far end of town but it’s not far if you want to walk back into town in the morning for groceries or pastries. The campground is expensive but there’s not much of an option unless you’re willing to take a chance with wild camping on alt stage 8 (see below).

The town of Champex is nice and I do wish we had spent more time here regardless of the camping expense.

Champex camping, Tour du Mont Blanc, Swiss Alps

In Champex there’s a store to resupply if necessary. There is also a great deal at the bakery nearby where you can get a breakfast buffet of bread, cheese, salami, jam, and a few pastries for 12 francs which is pretty good for Switzerland.

Camping on Stage 8 + 9: Champex to Tre le Champ

Relais d’arpette.

Distance: Kilometer 117 via alt stage 8, 45 min from Champex Price: 13.50 per adult Amenities: Toilets, hot showers, water, picnic area, access to restaurant/bakery, and to-go lunch

If you plan on taking alternative stage 8, you can opt to push on another 45 minutes to stay here.

Tour du Mont Blanc alt stage 8 via Fenetre d'Arpette, Swiss Alps

It’s still expensive but it’s a little bit more scenic, quaint, and has nice camping facilities including hot showers. This refuge has a restaurant and bakery and you can also request to pay for a to-go lunch to the next day.

Wild Camping at Fenetre d’Arpette

Distance: Kilometer 120 via alt stage 8, 1.5 hours from Champex Price: Free Amenities: None, 4 hours from the next food and water source (requires filtration)

Remember that while you are in Switzerland, you are allowed to camp above 2500 meters. Fenetre d’Arpette is the highest point on the TMB and does lie above 2500 meters but I’m not going to recommend for you to sleep at the summit. Besides the fact that a pass is way too exposed for tent camping, there is nowhere you could set up a tent. Instead, I recommend to wild camp in the grassy meadows just above the treeline but before you get to the rocky boulder field.

Tour du Mont Blanc alt stage 8 via Fenetre d'Arpette, Swiss Alps

Please note that while this is a perfectly suitable place to wild camp and no one probably cares as long as you leave no trace, you are not technically above 2500 meters and would breaking the law so camp here at your discretion.

There are no amenities and there is no access to water here. The next water source isn’t until you reach the river at Chalet du Glacier and drinking the water there requires water filtration due to farming runoff.

Hotel Col de La Forclaz

Distance: Kilometer 131 (via main route), 5-6 hours from Champex (depending on route) Price: 6.00 for tent, 8.00 per adult Amenities: Toilets, showers, water, picnic area, restaurant/bakery

This hotel has camped out in its grassy meadows. The guidebook gives the impression that Col de la Forclaz is an actual village when in reality it’s pretty much just a col.

The hotel has facilities but eating at the hotel is very pricey as are the few small stores nearby that have food. The hotel has breakfast for 16 francs and half board for 43 francs (I believe this is in addition to the initial cost of the tent and persons).

The camping is scenic though. Come with your own food and cooking supplies and you’re set.

Distance: Kilometer 133 (via main route), 7-8 hours from Champex (depending on route) Price: 6.00 per person Amenities: Toilets, water, picnic area with shelter

If you’re taking classic stage 9, you can camp at Le Peuty, 45 minutes past Forclaz. It’s not actually at Refuge Le Peuty but it’s very close. Similar to French free camping areas, it’s a very basic camping spot with water and toilets but not much else.

Refuge Les Grands

Distance: Kilometer 134 (via alt stage 8 + 9), 5-6 hours from Champex (via alt 8) or 2 hours from Forclaz Price: Free Amenities: Toilet, water supply

Alt stage 9, Tour du mont blanc

This self-catering refuge is only manned occasionally and more often than not, access to the inside isn’t available.

When we happened to be passing by it was being operated by members of the local mountain club of sorts. They told us that you’re welcome to pitch a tent but there isn’t much room for more than a single, small tent making this more of a backup camping spot than a planned place to stay.

There is water available here as well as a toilet (with an amazing view btw). When it is open, you can use the refuge kitchen for a small fee.

Refuge du Col de Balme

Distance: Kilometer 137 (via main TMB), 3 hours from Col de la Forclaz (via main TMB) 3 hours from Chalet du Glacier (via alt stage 9) Price: Free Amenities: Toilet, access to refuge

Not to be confused with Refuge de la Balme at the start, this refuge is located at the border between Switzerland and France and turned out to be our most spectacular night on the Tour du Mont Blanc.

Upon arrival, we asked the owner if we could camp on the property and he said normally no because it’s too windy on the col but it was abnormally clear that day so he allowed us to.

Col de Balme camping and refuge, Tour du mont blanc

It was the most stunning camping spot we experienced on the whole Tour Du Mont Blanc, even more stunning than Refuge de la Balme. From the col, you have a perfect view of Chamonix Valley below and beautiful Mont Blanc, plus, it’s especially beautiful to see this view at sunrise and sunset.

Col de Balme camping and refuge, Tour du mont blanc

While there are no facilities specifically for tent campers here, the owner of the refuge was super nice and if you’re allowed to camp at the refuge, more than likely they will allow you to use the restrooms, get coffee there in the morning, and of course, you can pay to be apart of dinner if you arrive early enough in the day.

Wild camping at Col de Posettes

Distance: Kilometer 139, 30 min from Col de Balme Price: Free Amenities: None

On the occasion that it’s very windy on the Col de Balme if you look down to Chamonix Valley and to the right, you’ll see the main TMB trail and a lower col, Col de Posettes.

Col de Posettes, Tour du mont blanc stage 10, French alps

This is another good spot to wild camp however there are no facilities nor are you anywhere close to facilities. The nearest food and water are in Tre-le-Champ about 2 hours further down the trail.

A Quick Note on France Camping

Now that you’ve entered France, again, wild camping is once again more lax. I will mention a few spots I’m pretty certain you can wild camp at however there is a big gray area I haven’t mentioned.

The only places I know that you definitely cannot wild camp in this section of France are at Aiguillette des Posettes and at Lac Blanc itself.

Before the summit of Aiguillette des Posettes, such as at Col de Posettes mentioned earlier, you can wild camp but once you reach the summit and descend from the summit, some signs specifically say no camping.

Auberge la Boerne

Distance: Kilometer 144, 3 hours from Col de Balme Price: 8.00 (unclear whether this is per person or per tent) or 35.00 per person for half-board camping (camping, dinner, and breakfast) Amenities: Toilets, water, showers (possibly additional cost), wifi, access to all meals served at the refuge, small groceries

By the time we stumbled into Tre-le-Champ on our 7th and final day on the tour, we were all out of food and were starving. In a way, it was good though because otherwise, we never would’ve known about this incredible restaurant/refuge/camping spot.

I know I’ve said multiple times that the food is delicious at all the refuges but trust me when I say, that Auberge la Boerne has the best food on the whole Tour. Here you can get real, traditional food and specialty cuisine of the French Alps.

Tre le Champ, Tour du mont blanc stage 10, French alps

Besides the food, I loved the outdoor patio that we dined at within a small courtyard. The courtyard is surrounded by about a dozen buildings with a small meadow in the center. I loved how the refuge and restaurant had a friendly staff, a tight-knit community of locals, and how it’s a major hub for all TMB hikers passing. We ran into multiple hikers we had met earlier on in the trek.

Tre le Champ, Tour du mont blanc stage 10, French alps

So back to camping, I later found out that this amazing restaurant allows camping in the beautiful meadow for a small fee. If you camp here you have the option to pay for dinner (17 per person), breakfast the next morning (10 per person), and to-go lunch (10 per person). There is a water fountain just outside the courtyard and they allow you to use the toilets. I’m not sure because we didn’t stay here personally, but they may even allow you to use the showers.

Camping du Glacier d’Argentiere

Distance: Detour from Kilometer 144, 40 minutes from Tre-le-Champ Price: 4.00 for tent, 5.90 per adult Amenities: Toilets, water, hot showers, laundry facilities, charging station, bar, restaurant, morning bread, short walk to more shops and stores of Argentiere

Going to camp in Argentiere is the more popular option for many TMB campers mostly because it’s a full-amenity campground and if you need to re-supply before stage 10 and 11, Argentiere is the only place with a full-scale grocery store.

Going to Argentiere requires taking a 30-40 minute detour by foot.

Note: Hang onto that unlimited train/bus pass you may have received for free in Chamonix Valley campgrounds. You can cut 10 minutes out of this detour by getting on the train.

Camping du Glacier is known as a very popular mountaineering take-off point so it can be a cool vibe at this campground.

Camping on Stages 10 + 11

Wild camping near lac blanc.

Distance: Kilometer 149, 3 hours from Tre-le-Champ Price: Free Amenities: Water from the lake (requires filtration), 15 minutes from Lac Blanc Refuge

We had initially planned on camping at Lac Blanc after reading that you could online. I’m guessing that between 2017 and the summer of 2019 you could since the refuge was not operational and not under any ownership. The refuge was bought back again in the summer of 2019 so when we arrived in September of 2019, we were surprised to find that you couldn’t camp there after talking to the refuge managers.

Lac Blanc bound, Tour du Mont Blanc Stage 10

While you cannot camp at Lac Blanc or anywhere within sight of the Lac Blanc refuge, you can camp at Lacs de Chéserys which is just 15 minutes before you get to Lac Blanc. This cluster of lakes is almost equally as spectacular as Lac Blanc.

Wild camping near La Flégère

Distance: Kilometer 150, 3 hours from Tre-le-Champ Price: Free Amenities: Water from lake or stream (requires filtration), probably water and toilets at La Flégère

Whether you’re on the main TMB or the trail from Lac Blanc, the grassy slopes before La Flégère make for dozens of easy and super scenic places to pitch a tent for the night.

Tour du mont blanc stage 10, French alps

Some spots are rocky and some that are grassy so it will take a little bit of looking to find a great spot. From most spots, you’ll have an amazing view of Grandes Jorasses and/or Mont Blanc.

Again, this is more traditional wild camping and there are no amenities. There is the water source of lakes and streams but I recommend a filter.

Wild camping near Le Brevent

Distance: Kilometer 161, 3.5 hours from La Flégère Price: Free Amenities: Water from the lake (requires filtration), access to food at Le Brevent or Refuge de Bellechat, each about an hour away

Last but not least, if you want one last night on the trail, it is possible to camp in the area between Le Brevent and Refuge de Bellechat.

Stage 11 of the Tour du Mont Blanc from Le Brevent to Les Houches

Note that I doubt you are allowed to camp within the boundary of Le Brevent ski resort but there is no sign dictating where that boundary starts and ends. To be on the safe side, I’d recommend wild camping at least 30 minutes after Le Bravent. In addition, camping is not allowed at Refuge de Bellcahat and as the rule usually goes, you can’t be within sight of the refuge.

There are no amenities nor are you close to amenities here so come prepared if you are going to try and wild camp here.

I really hope this helped you with any doubts, concerns, and questions you had about camping on the TMB! If you loved the blog and found it helpful, we’d love if you pinned it to one of your Pinterest boards, shared it on social media, or purchased your supplies through our TMB Pack List links because we think Karma is rad 🤙

One more thing if you choose to camp, check out where we stayed in Chamonix after the TMB . It was a perfect way to end an epic trip!

If I left anything unanswered or if you have a specific question, let us know in the comments section below.

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Monday 6th of February 2023

Thank you so much for the excellent overview! Two questions. Did you need to secure any permit for camping? Also were the campsites reserved, or first come-first serve?

Friday 10th of February 2023

No permits and it was all first come first serve. But that was a few years ago and i don't know if that changed with covid rules

Sunday 15th of January 2023

hey, did you have to pre book any campsites?

Tuesday 17th of January 2023

No, all the campsites are just large fields so there aren't specific sites or a lack of space.

Wednesday 24th of August 2022

When in September was this? beginning or end ? I am thinking at starting TMB in 18 September.

It was the first week of Sept

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Friday 28th of January 2022

Where can I purchase a map online?

Thursday 3rd of February 2022

I'm not sure that you can get the exact topographical map that we used but Amazon has a similar one https://amzn.to/3AWHWy3

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France road trip itinerary for a summer of family camping fun

Posted on Last updated: 6 October 2023

France road trip itinerary for a summer of family camping fun

This is our France road trip itinerary from 2019. This was pre-Bongo, and we took a tent.

This one month France road trip itinerary starts from Calais, and does a big loop down to the Spanish Pyrenees via the Auvergne and Perpignan , then back up again via Bayonne , Île d’Oléron , and the Loire Valley , returning to Calais. Accommodation is camping (either tent or camper ) and geared toward families with young kids. A fantastic budget trip for the school summer holidays!

Disclosure: We were provided with complimentary camping from The Camping and Caravanning Club for this trip, with the last stop at Les Alicourts being hosted by Canvas Holidays. As always, these are all my own words and opinions. This post also contains affiliate links. Should you click to purchase it is at no additional cost to you, but I receive a small commission.

Check out our video highlights from our summer in France (and a little bit of Spain):

A summer road trip around France and Spain

For those living in the UK, the summer holidays are an expensive time to travel. Flight and accommodation prices rocket and everywhere is seemingly overrun with tourists. Before the boys started school we always avoided travelling in the UK summer holidays like the plague. But now they’re in school, and with a full six weeks to fill, thinking caps were on for something cheap, not too touristy, and something easy.

France is an obvious choice for us as it’s easy to get to and we can take our car over on the Ferry. Plus we LOVE France – the wine, the climate, the landscapes, the croissants, the history. We just had to plan where to go and what to do to avoid the crowds as much as possible. And we decided to head to the Spanish Pyrenees!

So we booked a return ferry crossing with DFDS Ferries from Dover for a total of £138 to camp and road trip France from Calais and down to the Spanish Pyrenees with our Vango Air Tent .

READ: Top 10 tips for driving through France

Camping in France with kids

The French do family campsites very well and they are a fantastic budget choice for families. The camping holiday parks are well organised, clean, offer lots for the kids (swimming pool, playgrounds, sometimes a kids club), and have a restaurant and bakery on site (think fresh croissants in the morning!) I also always enjoy the mix of European nationalities that visit the parks, and how all the kids play together.

camp ground with blue sky

For our summer road trip in France we collaborated with The Camping & Caravanning Club who have a fantastic range of campsite locations across Europe, including France, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, and even Slovenia and Finland. The hard work has been done for you in finding holiday parks of an excellent standard, and you can use their interactive map to find their campsites and work out your route – which is exactly what we did! Whether you are travelling in a Mazda Bongo (we’ve just bought one in July 2020!), large motorhome, or a small tent, they have some fantastic pitches to choose from.

If you’re also planning on camping over the summer, check out or Camping with kids Checklist , which includes a FREE printable download to manually tick off those family camping items.

Tips for doing this France road trip itinerary

Book all camping accommodation in advance , especially if you are travelling in the summer holidays. I provide a link to our review for each campsite we stayed in below in the itinerary, which includes tips for selecting a good pitch.

Plan any day trips to arrive before 11am. We had a couple of days out where we had to turn around and return to the campsite because we didn’t follow this rule of visiting early in the day.

Go with the flow of campsite bedtimes. We find that when camping in Europe (especially Spain), you go with the flow and slip into ‘camp time’ with going to bed late and getting up late . There were many evenings the boys weren’t asleep until 10pm and and all kids are still playing in the playgrounds at 9pm. It’s near impossible trying to get our boys to sleep when all their pals are still outside playing. The payoff of letting them go to bed late was that they slept in the following morning, and us parents would have a lie in and managed to get stuff done before they woke up! This was very handy on the travel days when we had to pack up the tent.

Pack warm sleeping bags. Temperatures can drop at night, especially in the Pyrenees and we were surprised at how cold it got. Although day time temperatures often hit 35 degrees.

boy on microstooter

Pack scooters.  We packed our microscooters for all the family. This meant that we didn’t have to bother with bikes and bike racks as they fold up and fit in the foot-well of the car, and were a super fun way to get around the campsites, especially the bigger ones.

Check out our camping with kids checklist to find out what we packed in our car for this camping road trip.

Our France road trip itinerary

This turned out to be one of our best family adventures. We had the most amazing summer; swimming every day, trekking the Pyrenees, exploring medieval towns and villages, and playing on stunning beaches, all in fantastic weather and on a budget.

In fact, we often commented on the trip how we probably spent less money camping in France for the summer than we would have trying to entertain the kids back at home in the UK. The reason? Well we had days where we didn’t leave the campsites as there was so much free stuff to do. We also self-catered pretty much the entire trip.

All campsites in this France road trip itinerary have a swimming pool, toilet and shower blocks, and an electrical hook up at pitches. But each and every campsite was very different from the next, which is one of the many things we loved about this road trip.

Day 1: Ferry from Dover and overnight in Reims

Driving time from Calais: 2 hours 40 mins Where we stayed: Hotel Première Classe Reims Nord, Bétheny

hotel room in Reims

It’s always worthwhile checking ferry crossings to both Dunkirk and Calais when travelling from Dover to get the best deal; both with P&O Ferries and DFDS . The sail time to Dunkirk is only 30 minutes longer, and there’s not much difference in the drive time to Reims.

As our ferry arrived at 7pm French time (they’re one hour ahead) we booked a basic hotel outside Reims for £31 – Hotel Première Classe Reims Nord, Bétheny . Nothing special, but as it’s just for a night’s sleep with and another driving day tomorrow, it’s perfect. There is an ALDI supermarket opposite to pick up some fresh croissants for breakfast.

Day 2-7: Camping Vaubarlet, Auvergne

Driving time: 5 hours 40 mins Read our review of Camping Vaubarlet

playground

This is a great site for families who love nature as it’s set in a peaceful wooded valley in the south of the Auvergne. Very popular with Dutch families, it’s a small parc with a pool, kids club, and bouncy castle. But the highlight was playing in the stream that ran alongside the campsite. There are some cycling and hiking tracks around, but this is is the place to sit back at relax and let the kids have fun.

Day 8-11: Camping Le Haras, Western Mediterranean

Driving time: 5 hours Read our review of Camping Le Haras

Camping le Haras swimming pool

This region of France does get busy during the summer, but this parc is a peaceful oasis from the hustle and bustle, with Catalan-style buildings surrounded by exotic trees. We absolutely loved the vibe of this campsite, and dinner at the onsite restaurant when a local band is playing is a must.

Close by is in the small town of Palau where you can watch glassmakers at work. We loved exploring the nearby beaches ( Le Racou was our favourite) and nearby Collioure is just beautiful (get there early).  There is so much to do in the region and we really could have stayed longer.

Day 12-16: Camping Gavín, Spanish Pyrenees

Driving time: 5 hours Read our review of Camping Gavín

swimming pool at Camping Gavin

The views and facilities of this campsite are very impressive. You are right in the heart of the Spanish Pyrenees. However, pitches are very small and it’s gets very loud and busy in the summer holidays. We have since learnt that this is typical of many Spanish campsites.

Just a 15 minute drive away is the cable car from Panticosa where you’ll find some fantastic hiking trails. Kids will also love the high ropes in the nearby village, at Biescas Aventura .

If you want to explore more of Spain from this point, check out our Northern Spain road trip itinerary .

Day 17-20: Camping Lou P’tit Poun, Biarritz region

Driving time: 3 hours Read our review of Camping Lou P’tit Poun

swimming pool

Kids stay for free at this spacious site in the Basque country. It’s just a stone’s throw away from the foothills of the Pryenees, incredible beaches, and lively Bayonne. What a great location! It’s also a peaceful site, even in August (we couldn’t believe how quiet it was!), and there’s a free local shuttle bus from the site entrance to the beach at Ondres-Plage, although there’s also a dedicated cycle path you can follow.

Biarritz is also just a 30 minute drive away, but arrive VERY early to secure a parking spot. Do be wary of the beaches in this region with little ones and the surf is big and the current strong.

Day 21-24: Domaine d’Oléron, Ile d’Oléron

Driving time: 4 hours Read our review of Camping Domaine d’Oléron

toddler swimming pool

Situated on the island of Oléron, accessible via a toll-free bridge from the mainland, this campsite has a great family atmosphere featuring a fantastic swimming pool and playground.

The island is much more understated than neighbouring and fashionable Île de Ré and boasts much better beaches. Having now visited both islands, we prefer Île d’Oléron. There are bike tracks criss-crossing the island, but it’s easy to drive around and find parking.

Day 25-29: Les Alicourts with Canvas Holidays, Loire Valley

Driving time: 4 hours 30 Read our review of  Les Alicourts

boys stood on sandy beach by lake

Although we love our tent, after 3.5 weeks of camping it was a treat to stay in a static mobile home, complete with hot showers, proper beds and an oven. This is the place if you want on tap entertainment for your kids and an easy holiday in the one place.  Stock up at the supermarket before you arrive as you may not wan to leave!

It’s brilliant fun for kids aged 4+, especially the waterpark, and the kids club is excellent.  The man made lake is a beautiful focal point and a you can hire pedaloes, canoes, and also bikes on site. If manage to tear the kids away there are some stunning family friendly chateaux in the region.

Day 30: Drive back to Calais

Driving time: 5 hours

30 days and over 3000km later, it’s time to return to Calais to catch the ferry back to England.

This road trip is tailor made for families with young kids, but if you’re looking for something different (perhaps visiting different locations, or if you have a different timescale), check out The Voyageurs Collection .

You may also like to read: Best family campsites in France Best Châteaux to visit in the Loire Valley with kids Top 10 tips for driving through France

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welcome to Domaine des Tours campsite Marvilla Parks

  • Direct lake access
  • Children's clubs
  • Outstanding pool complex
  • Entertainment for all the family

Welcome to camping le Domaine des Tours****

Ideally located on the shores of the Lake of Selves, which they overlook, the comfortable accommodation of the Domaine des Tours campsite awaits you in the heart of the Aveyron, a few kilometres from the pretty village of Saint-Amans des Côts. The campsite will be the green starting point to discover the many surrounding points of interest, from Laguiole and the Aubrac plateaus, to the charming villages of the Lot Valley such as Espalion, Entraygues sur Truyère or Estaing. The city of Conques is only an hour's drive away.

You and your children will be delighted to enjoy the superb water park, which includes a large outdoor pool overlooking the lake, a paddling pool and three slides, one of which can be ridden by several people aboard large buoys for maximum fun.

In addition to the bar and grocery store at your disposal, the campsite's restaurant and its pleasant terrace by the lake will offer you pizzas, burgers, as well as thematic evenings with local products from Aveyron.

Throughout the season, a varied entertainment program will be offered. Table tennis tables, petanque, tennis, volleyball or football fields are also available for wild tournaments. The Maison de Topi, our mascot, will welcome toddlers from 4 to 13 years old every day for days they will remember.

Looking for a campsite with a generous natural environment in a green and magnificent region, Domaine des Tours is for you.

Sport / Hobby / Culture

Children / teenagers, entertainment, swimming & wellness, pool complex, shops and food, rent / sale / loan, extra information, practical information, gps coordinates.

  • Latitude : 44.667
  • Longitude : 2.68083
  • From 07/06/2024
  • To 01/09/2024

Languages spoken at the reception

Number of plots, 598 reviews.

Tente trop loin des sanitaires. Propreté des sanitaires pas terrible du tout, pas digne d'un 4 étoiles. Ménage quasi pas fait de la semaine (cheveux de partout dans les douches, reste d'aliments dans les bacs de vaisselle)

Je vous ai déjà envoyé une réclamation et j'attends un retour; Camping à éviter absolument, photos trompeuses

camping avec un potentiel énorme, mais très mal exploiter ..!

Tourist couple alleges gang rape in India, sparking outrage and the arrests of 3 men

A tourist has alleged she was gang-raped and her partner was attacked while camping in India , sparking outrage and the arrests of three male suspects.

The woman, who has Brazilian-Spanish dual nationality, shared her account of the incident on Instagram, where the couple has drawn a large following tracking their motorcycle tour of Asia.

Police in India's eastern state of Jharkhand, where the alleged incident took place, said that three men had been arrested and that they were hunting for four more.

The couple looked to have been beaten up when local police found them late Friday by a roadside, Pitamber Singh Kherwar, superintendent of police in the state's Dumka district, told reporters Sunday.

“Since the victims were speaking in Spanish and English, our police officers could not properly understand what they were saying, but it looked like they were injured,” he said. 

Kherwar said the couple, whose identities were not disclosed, were taken to a nearby hospital where doctors said the woman had been raped.

The three suspects were arrested Sunday, Kherwar said, adding that investigators had identified the four other men and they would be arrested “very soon.”

“Our priority is to get them maximum punishment so it is never repeated,” he added. Kherwar also said the couple will get compensation of up to $12,000. 

The Indian National Commission for Women asked the police to charge those accused with gang rape, which is punishable by at least 20 years in prison, it said in a post on X on Saturday.

'Something has happened to us'

“Something has happened to us that we would not wish on anyone,” the woman, who appeared with bruises on her face, said through tears in a video posted on her Instagram page, which has almost half a million followers.

“Seven men have raped me, they have beaten us and robbed us,” she said, according to an accompanying caption in English. The video is no longer available.

In a separate video posted Sunday on their joint Instagram page, which has over 250,000 followers, the couple said that “the police are doing everything possible to catch them. They already know who they are.”

They added: “We ask that justice be done, not only for us but also for all the other women and girls who have gone through this.”

In an interview with the Spanish TV channel Antena 3, the couple said the men raped the woman and hit her partner repeatedly. 

“They raped me, they took turns while some watched and they stayed like that for about two hours,” the woman said in the interview, adding that they had decided to camp in the town since they found no hotels to stay at overnight.

NBC News is not naming the couple due to laws in India that prevent disclosing the identities of sexual assault victims. NBC News has reached out to the couple for comment.

The woman was on a motorbike trip with her Spanish partner, the Brazilian Embassy in New Delhi told NBC News in a statement, saying it had registered its “strong repudiation of the barbaric crime against the couple.”

They are being “looked after by the Indian emergency services,” the statement added.

The Spanish foreign ministry told NBC News that its embassy in New Delhi had been in contact with the couple to provide any consular assistance. 

The couple had been documenting their trip to more than 200,000 followers on their joint Instagram account, with recent posts from neighboring Sri Lanka and Pakistan.

In their post on Sunday, they added that they had camped in 66 countries, many of which are considered “dangerous.”

“This can happen to any traveler, anyone,” they said.

Prominent Indian celebrities reacted to the incident, calling for the seven suspects to be swiftly apprehended. It was a “shameful act that we MUST show will not be tolerated,” Emmy winner and comedian Vir Das said in a post on X on Sunday.

Despite stringent laws, India has long struggled to tackle male violence against women.

An average of 86 rape cases were registered every day in the country in 2022, according to a report by the National Crime Records Bureau . However, many women still do not report cases of sexual violence to the authorities, especially in rural areas, where a stigma persists that such a disclosure may affect a family's social standing.

In 2013, a year after the  fatal gang rape  of a young woman in the capital, New Delhi, authorities doubled the prison term for rapists to 20 years, criminalized acts such as stalking and voyeurism, and lowered the age at which a person can be tried as an adult from 18 to 16.

But under current Indian laws, marital rape is still not a crime as long as the woman is above the age of 18.

Mithil Aggarwal is a Hong Kong-based reporter/producer for NBC News.

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  1. 9 campsites available nearby of Tours

    Near Paris, the Indre-et-Loire offers visitors not only its famous chateaux, but also fascinating cave dwellings (troglodytes). There is no campsite specifically in Tours. However, CampingFrance.com can help you pick 2 campsites nearby of Tours : 1 campsite in Montlouis-sur-Loire at 9.72 km, 1 campsite in Ballan-Miré at 7.02 km.

  2. Campsites in Tours, France

    Family-friendly campsite in a peaceful location by the Cher river. Four kilometres from the historic centre of Tours and the Loire. On-site shop; fresh bread/pastries daily; municipal pool next door. Electric optional grass pitch. 6 x. From £12.84 per night. 1/16.

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    Camping in Tours. With its rich historical heritage, wine bars and lively squares, Tours is a perfect summary of a certain French art de vivre. So make the most of your camping holiday in Pays-de-la-Loire or Centre-Val-de-Loire and discover this pretty town nestled between the Loire and Cher in the heart of the Valley of the Kings.

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    Not far from the. loire river. A permaculture. garden. A restaurant serving. local produce. Rue Berthe Morisot. 37700 La Ville aux Dames. 02 47 44 08 16.

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    7.7. 1. Campsite in La Ville-aux-Dames. Camping Les Acacias is 2 km from the centre of La Ville-aux-Dames and 8 km from the centre of Tours. It offers a children's playground, a snack bar and self-catering mobile homes with Wi-Fi access. Each mobile home is heated and features wooden…. Located 7.1 km away of Tours.

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    Access and contact details. Find the contact details of your Les Castels campsite to prepare your trip itinerary. Parc de Fierbois. Parc de Fierbois. 37800 Sainte Catherine de Fierbois. +33 2 52 56 60 76. See the campsite's website.

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    Known as the Château des Dames, it features several ornamental gardens, parkland, and a vineyard. Sporty types and budding cyclists will be happy to know that Les Acacias lies on the Loire à Vélo cycle path, the only route of its kind in France and which, over 7km, leads straight to the heart of Tours. Our beautiful region, appropriately ...

  12. Tours en Val de Loire

    Find all practical information here. The Tourist Office is located : 78-82 Rue Bernard Palissy, 37000 Tours. From monday to friday : 9.00 am to 12.30 am and 1.30 pm to 6 pm. For any information, please reach our team. +33 (0)2 47 70 37 37.

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    Browse our luxurycampsites in France. Since 1959, Les Castels has provided you with a network of authentic and independent campsites in France. Come and embrace the unspoilt wide-open spaces on our sites, either on a spacious camping pitch or a fully equipped rental. See the campsites on the map.

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    Campsite open from April 5th, 2024 to November 3rd, 2024Chalets open all year through. The campsite has 110 pitches, including 6 pitches equipped with tents without sanitary facilities, 20 chalets and 10 tiny-houses. For a serene vacation, stay at ONLYCAMP Tours Val de Loire Saint Avertin. Located on the banks of the Cher River, this ...

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    This one month France road trip itinerary starts from Calais, and does a big loop down to the Spanish Pyrenees via the Auvergne and Perpignan, then back up again via Bayonne, Île d'Oléron, and the Loire Valley, returning to Calais.Accommodation is camping (either tent or camper) and geared toward families with young kids.A fantastic budget trip for the school summer holidays!

  22. Campsite Domaine des Tours 4* Saint-Amans-des-Côts, Midi-Pyrénées

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  23. Domaine des Tours Campsite

    With heated pools and a lazy river that weaves between the trees and turns into a waterslide, this pool complex is great for adults and children alike. Surrounded by magnificent greenery, these pools are a blue haven for all the family, with a luxurious lakeside location and a whole host of sunloungers to relax on. Open dates: 9 Jun - 1 Sep 2024.

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