The best campsites in France with swimming

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Dreaming of a swim-friendly camping spot in France? You’ve got over 390 choices where a dip isn’t just allowed—it’s the main attraction. From riverside pitches in the Loire to lakeside hideouts in Normandy, you’ll find sites like Le Château de Monfréville (15 reviews), Camping Le Thouet (10 reviews), and Camping Belle Vue (9 reviews) drawing regulars for wild swims and lazy afternoons by the water. Expect toilets, showers, and campfires-allowed at most sites. You’ll spot anglers, horse riders, and the odd heron if you stick around. Average stays run about $36 a night, but you can snag a pitch for as little as $15. France’s swimming campsites are anything but generic—each one brings something different, from secret fishing holes to woodland trails ending at the water’s edge.

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Top-rated campgrounds in France

Le Château de Monfréville

1. Le Château de Monfréville

99%
(37)
Calvados, Normandy · 25 units
A family friendly campsite in the gardens of a French château, limited to a few pitches so that space is guaranteed
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Bellevues Glamping and Camping

2. Bellevues Glamping and Camping

100%
(10)
Mérignac, Aquitaine · 8 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A small family and pet friendly glamping and camping site that offers you a memorable holiday in Mérignac in the Charente-Maritime region of France.Merignac is only 10 minutes from the N10 highway, a peaceful village making an ideal holiday destination or just a 1 night stop over if heading south or north. Situated approximately 1 hour north of Bordeaux Airport and 1 hour from the west coast resort of Royan. The village is one of the communes in the ”Haute Saintonge”, a former historical province that has many old churches and examples of Roman art. It is a land of plains and hillsides rich in agriculture, viticulture with windmills to be seen in many areas, in one of the sunniest regions of south west France. Bellevues Glamping is a stunning site of an acre, with breathtaking views across the valley, typically surrounded by grapevines and sunflower crops. There is a 10 metre x 5 metre in-ground swimming pool for the whole family to enjoy a swim, ideal to cool off on those hot days. Plenty of grass for the children to run around and enjoy games. Beautiful views from pitches of grapevines and rolling countryside. After dark, gaze at the starry skies and catch a glimpse of shooting stars.It is a magical spot that Richard and Linda fell in love with in 2021, having relocated to France in 2020. The campsite re-opened in May 2023, welcoming guests who have all expressed how wonderful the site is and that they will return. It is such an idyllic place, book your visit with us, we look forward to welcoming you soon.
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Camping Domaine des Mathevies

3. Camping Domaine des Mathevies

96%
(12)
Sainte Nathalène, Aquitaine · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
One of the friendliest sites in the south. The hosts are delightful, the views stunning, and there’s bags for you and the kids to do.
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Le Hameau des Chênes

4. Le Hameau des Chênes

Saint Cannat, PACA · 1 unit
2 acre property closed by the Luberon, 18km from Aix-en-Provence, 45km from Marseille and the beaches. You will be welcomed in a quiet and authentic Provence landscape area. Located in the Provence village of Saint-Cannat, between Aix-en-Provence and Salon de Provence. It is an ideal spot to rest for all, wether you are a group of friends, family or on a road trip in the south of France. For the kids and teenagers available nearby: Barben Zoo, 'Rocher Mistral' theme park, 'Village des Automates' theme park - all within 9 minutes drive. For the adults, we are located on the well known 'wine road' where its many castles have wine tasting and olive oil, honey, lavenders, produced by local artisans. Bikes recommended, and walks are a must do!
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Camping Du Bas Meygnaud

5. Camping Du Bas Meygnaud

100%
(10)
Dordogne, Aquitaine · 29 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Quiet and shady camping in the heart of the Dronne Valley
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Camping Le Thouet

6. Camping Le Thouet

96%
(14)
Saumur, Loire · 30 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Our campsite welcomes you and your family or friends for a relaxing and a peaceful holiday, but yet with plenty of activities and things to do. We are open all year and are set in a peaceful and verdant greenery, in the middle of a vineyard on the border of the River Thouet. We offer large camping plots (minimum 100m²), rent of mobile homes, a bar and restaurant. We are set in the middle of the Loire Valley, near to many big town to visit such as Saumur, Angers, Cholet and Poitiers. You can enjoy either a relaxing an quiet stay by the pool with a glass of the local wine on the terrace of the bar by the pool, eating a home made dinner freshly cooked by Nadia, or you can be busy visiting all the surrounding: Chateaux's, Zoo, Puy Du Fou, Futuroscope, wine tasting.
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Eden Villages Cap de Bréhat

7. Eden Villages Cap de Bréhat

100%
(2)
Dinard, Brittany · 7 units
Recharge your batteries at the Eden Villages Cap de Bréhat. As soon as you arrive, you will be amazed by its exceptional panoramic view of the Bay of Paimpol! Enjoy a covered and heated swimming pool, a snack bar and sports fields. The campsite has panoramic pitches for your tents, caravans and motorhomes. On site, there is a children’s clubs, catering, activities, the opening of the swimming pool and the site has direct access to the GR34 walking path which runs along the nearby coastline.
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Camping Pré Fixe

8. Camping Pré Fixe

100%
(24)
France, Occitanie · 16 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Family-friendly Pyrénées campsite which simply oozes peace and tranquility
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Pyrénées Emotions

9. Pyrénées Emotions

100%
(13)
Pyrénées, Occitanie · 2 units · Motorhomes, Glamping
The only emotions are good ones at this chilled out, high altitude campsite
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Camping L'Air Marin

10. Camping L'Air Marin

67%
(3)
Vias Plage, Occitanie · 13 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
You’ll feel like you’re in Mexico when you stay at our family-friendly campsite on the Mediterranean. We are located a 15-min walk from Vias beach in Occitania, ex-Languedoc-Roussillon. We have been open every April-September for 40 years, listening to your needs and doing everything we can to make your holiday unforgettable. Come discover authenticity on the Canal du Midi. Travel to Mexico in the Hérault, wander down the alleys to the bar-restaurant, browse the shops and the Yucatan-themed water park. At Air Marin, we work hard so that your camping holiday meets your expectations, whether you are travelling with family or friends. We have a wide variety of free activities for all ages, all season long. Our kids clubs for your children ages 4-12 and young adults run during the April holidays, long weekends in May and all summer long. The whole family can enjoy games, sports and shows throughout your trip.
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Wild camping (nearly) experience

11. Wild camping (nearly) experience

100%
(3)
Lanuéjols, Occitanie · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes
If you like your campsites to come with a healthy dose of history, check out Domaine de Pradines
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Domaine Le Poteau

12. Domaine Le Poteau

94%
(9)
Castelnau D'auzan Labarrère, Occitanie · 8 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A quiet rural campsite as refreshing as the homemade lemonade and local wine that's on the menu
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Camping d'Artagnan

13. Camping d'Artagnan

100%
(7)
Margouët Meymes, Occitanie · 4 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Family-friendly camping and glamping on a small site with a swimming pool, campfires and a British-style pub in the Midi-Pyrenées.
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Camping Le Grand Pré

14. Camping Le Grand Pré

100%
(3)
Bordeaux, Aquitaine · 21 units · Motorhomes, Glamping
Quiet simple camping in La Vienne, very popular with climbers and kayakers. Perfect place to string up a hammock or explore the region. We are based in the lovely village of Saint-Pierre-de-Maillé next to Angles-sur-l'Anglin, voted one of the most beautiful villages in France. We offer a range of accommodation for rent as well as 86 equipped camping pitches.
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Camping Fans

15. Camping Fans

100%
(5)
Millau, Occitanie · 1 unit
Wonderfully unspoilt riverside site in the heart of the Aveyron countryside
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Camping Belle Vue

16. Camping Belle Vue

96%
(13)
24390 Boisseuilh, Aquitaine · 18 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Classic Dordogne camping with terrific valley views, a peaceful vibe, and friendly hosts
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Camp Laurent-Rural Retreat 4 Adults

17. Camp Laurent-Rural Retreat 4 Adults

100%
(10)
16450, Aquitaine · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Idyllic, peaceful, riverside camping for adults
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Camping L’Etang Bleu

18. Camping L’Etang Bleu

100%
(2)
Mareuil En Perigord Aquitaine 24340, Aquitaine · 1 unit
Camping in the Dordogne with a swimming pool, gym and private lake.
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Eden Villages Palmyre Loisirs

19. Eden Villages Palmyre Loisirs

Les Mathes, Aquitaine · 6 units
Relax and have fun at Eden Villages Palmyre Loisirs. Our teams welcome you, in the heart of the national forest of Mathes, to make you live magnificent holidays. Throughout the day, take part in the many activities offered for the whole family: pilates, aquagym, rock climbing, Olympiads, children's and teen clubs and many more - you won't be bored at Palmyre Loisirs! In the evening, young and old will experience unforgettable moments during our themed evenings and shows. Ideally located 2.5 km from La Palmyre Zoo and the beaches of the Côte de Beauté, the Palmyre Loisirs campsite is close to many local tourist attractions and the center of La Palmyre! Don't forget your bikes (hire on site) to enjoy the surroundings thanks to the many cycle paths accessible from the campsite.
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Fonclaire Holidays

20. Fonclaire Holidays

100%
(5)
87300, Aquitaine · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Family-friendly, dog-friendly camping and glamping on a family-run site with a pool in Limousin.
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