Wildlife-watching campsites in Nouvelle-Aquitaine

With almost 720 kilometres of Atlantic coastline stretching from La Rochelle down to the Basque Country, and a whopping 12 departments, Nouvelle-Aquitaine is France’s largest region. Campers can take their pick of outdoor adventures. Pitch your tent amid the vineyards in the world-famous Bordeaux wine region, swim, and surf along miles of golden beaches, or rent a mobile home on the shores of a sun-kissed Atlantic island. Inland, the Dordogne and Lot rivers carve a scenic path through some of the country’s most idyllic landscapes, while to the south, the rambling forests of the Landes tumble down to the wild peaks of the Pyrenees.

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Top-rated campgrounds

With almost 720 kilometres of Atlantic coastline stretching from La Rochelle down to the Basque Country, and a whopping 12 departments, Nouvelle-Aquitaine is France’s largest region. Campers can take their pick of outdoor adventures. Pitch your tent amid the vineyards in the world-famous Bordeaux wine region, swim, and surf along miles of golden beaches, or rent a mobile home on the shores of a sun-kissed Atlantic island. Inland, the Dordogne and Lot rivers carve a scenic path through some of the country’s most idyllic landscapes, while to the south, the rambling forests of the Landes tumble down to the wild peaks of the Pyrenees.

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1. Belair Le Camping

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11 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Champagnac De Belair, Aquitaine

Beautiful bell tent glamping near the River Dronne

2. Fonclaire Holidays

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6 units · Tents, Motorhomes · 87300, Aquitaine

Family-friendly, dog-friendly camping and glamping on a family-run site with a pool in Limousin.

3. Camping Belle Vue

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23 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · 24390 Boisseuilh, Aquitaine

Classic Dordogne camping with terrific valley views, a peaceful vibe, and friendly hosts

4. Eden Villages Palmyre Loisirs

6 units · Tents · Les Mathes, Aquitaine

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.

5. Bellevues Glamping and Camping

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8 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Mérignac, Aquitaine

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.

6. Camp Laurent-Rural Retreat 4 Adults

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10 units · Tents, Motorhomes · 16450, Aquitaine

Idyllic, peaceful, riverside camping for adults

7. Les Truffières de Dordogne - Eden

5 units · Tents · Saint Geniès, Aquitaine

Head to the Dordogne to breathe the fresh air at our Sarlat campsite! Raphaël and his entire team, from the Eden Villages La Bouquerie campsite, welcome you for an unforgettable stay, in the heart of a green park surrounded by nature! It is the ideal campsite to spend the holidays of your dreams, lively or relaxing, in a family and friendly atmosphere! On the program: entertainment from morning to evening for the whole family and for the youngest unforgettable memories with the animators of our children's clubs and teens' clubs! Stay at our Sarlat La Bouquerie campsite, an idyllic place to build the most beautiful holiday memories! You will discover or rediscover the Périgord noir, this magnificent region with many activities. Want to explore the Dordogne? Opt for a river trip aboard a canoe, you will come across pretty fortified castles and picturesque villages on your way. Need a relaxing time? Then go to our aquatic area and bask in the sun, by the heated swimming pool of our campsite near Sarlat.

8. La Petite Ferme d'Alpagas Sanzay

1 unit · Glamping · Argentonnay, Aquitaine

You are staying on an alpaca farm! The tent is situated in the field next to the alpacas, and it's possible for you to make additional bookings with us to book an amazing experience with the alpacas; up close and personal! Within your 7m canvas bell tent on your private glampsite, which sleeps up to 6 people, we have thought of the little additions to make your stay complete For in the tent -Beds made for your arrival, Towels not included - A projector that will connect with your smart devices* or laptop and play your favourite films using the canvas tent as your screen *iPhone connectivity can vary - Garden games for fun around the tent. - Extra cushions and blankets to keep you cozy. - Various rechargeable fans dotted around the tent to keep you cool on those hot days. - An outdoor kitchen. Cook with the gas burners or the fire pit BBQ. Pans, cups, plates, bowls and cutlery are provided. - A warm gas powered shower and chemical toilet for private use of you and your guests. - The BioLite FirePit* to give you that camping experience for your BBQs, toasting marshmallows or just cozy around the fire *(subject to draught regulations) - An inflatable hot tub for your personal use. On and around the farm - You're situated within an alpaca farm! You can book experiences with us; walking alpacas, the morning feed or a wellbeing session. - We give you a bag of alpaca treats to feed over the fence at your leisure, and give you guidance of how to do this on arrival - Opposite a beautiful chateau with a daytime bar, open some evening weekends throughout the summer - Parking onsite - 1km walk from 13th century Chapelle de 'l’hermitage - Two goat farms in the village with local meats and cheese Will and Sophie proudly opened the glamping site in August 2021 and has since welcomed every group; couples, families, honeymooners, wedding parties, batchelorettes, birthday celebrations, friends, sisters and those needed a 1 night stay for Puy du Fou and other local attractions. You have 2 fields dedicated just for your private group, next to the alpaca fields. Sleeps up to 6 people with 2 double beds and 2 single

9. La Fontenelle

1 unit · Tent, Motorhome · Hendaye, Aquitaine

---- The setting ---- A hamlet within Saint Ouen La Thene, a small, rural village surrounded by vineyards and sunflower fields. We are 200 meters away from a local viewing area with stunning panoramic views of the local countryside. Set within gently undulating countryside, so great for cycling and walking. Traffic through the village is rare. The odd tractor and that's it! ---- The site ---- One acre walled permaculture smallholding with great views, and featuring a barn, 2 hangars, shaded areas, a pond, a large vegetable patch and free-ranging poultry including ducks, chickens, guinea fowl and quail. The local area is resplendent with sunflower fields and vineyards in the summer months. A feast for the eyes! There is a gate to the property for added security. --- The activities ---- If you like foraging, the surrounding area has many roadside cherry, fig, peach and walnut trees. We are 2 minutes walk away from a historic 'lavoir' where the local farmers' wives used to congregate to do wash their clothes. It is still in use and is fed by a local stream. The water is clear and fresh. There is a local viewing point (3 minutes walk) which features stunning views of the local countryside. The surrounding countryside is gently undulating, so great for cycling and walking. The Tour de France often comes to the area. The town of Saintes, on the river Charente, is a popular tourist destination and within a 40-minute drive. It features wonderful riverside eateries and markets. A great setting to chill on a warm summer's day. The town of Aulnay (20 mins drive) features a lively artisan's market every Sunday morning. The market is surrounded by cafes and restaurants - a great spot to people watch! If you crave a taste of city life during your stay, the historic city of Angouleme is but 40 minutes away and offers a thriving shopping district, historical landmarks and a buzzing night life. Both the beautiful city of Bordeaux and the picturesque Dordogne region are within 'day tripping' distance (2 and 1.5 hrs drive respectively). The market at Rouillac (20 minutes drive) takes place on the 27th of every month and is both vast and fascinating! You name it, they sell it. Not to be missed! There is a local bar / small shop in Bresdon (10 minutes walk), open during the summer months, where the local farmers hang out and drink wine. They sell most of the 'basics' such as milk, eggs, bread, sweets, biscuits, soft drinks and, of course, wine. We're about an hour away from Royan, a picturesque seaside resort with stunning white, sandy beaches. Great for day trips. The town of Cognac is close (30 mins) and is famous for, well, you guessed it, cognac! Most of the large distilleries offer guided tours. There are also many local small-scale cognac producers in the area, some also offering tours and most sell their wares (cognac and the local sweet wine Pineau de Charente). There is a restaurant / bar called FC Pougemin in nearby Louzignac (10 mins drive) that holds a very popular 'fish and chip night' every Friday. The owners are Belgian so the beer selection is vast and there are often live acts. It's very popular with local expats and summer visitors. On balmy summer evenings tables are outside in their courtyard and in winter they move into a large, cozy barn. FC Pougemin's Facebook page includes their live act listings. For those wanting a more formal evening meal, there is a very good restaurant in La Pinelle 'La Table du Chef Corvez' (7 minutes drive) which offers very reasonably priced food, including some french classics. Their web site includes an example menu. There is also a permanent 'brocante' (antique flea market) in La Pinelle which you can browse by appointment. Various fairs, brocantes, festivals and markets take place in local villages during the summer months. The wine festival in Beauvais (5 mins drive) is a highlight for us and generally takes place at the end of May! ---- Local information ---- The nearest small town is 15 minutes drive away (Matha) and features 3 supermarkets, 2 petrol stations, cafes, bars, a pharmacy, garden centre, DIY store, bars, banks and most other 'basics'. The smaller village of Beauvais sur Matha (5 minutes drive) features a post office, pharmacy, doctor, boulangerie and bank.

Camper favorites in Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Eden Villages Palmyre Loisirs

6 units · Tents · Les Mathes, Aquitaine

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.

Bellevues Glamping and Camping

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8 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Mérignac, Aquitaine

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.

Camp Laurent-Rural Retreat 4 Adults

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10 units · Tents, Motorhomes · 16450, Aquitaine

Idyllic, peaceful, riverside camping for adults

Les Truffières de Dordogne - Eden

5 units · Tents · Saint Geniès, Aquitaine

Head to the Dordogne to breathe the fresh air at our Sarlat campsite! Raphaël and his entire team, from the Eden Villages La Bouquerie campsite, welcome you for an unforgettable stay, in the heart of a green park surrounded by nature! It is the ideal campsite to spend the holidays of your dreams, lively or relaxing, in a family and friendly atmosphere! On the program: entertainment from morning to evening for the whole family and for the youngest unforgettable memories with the animators of our children's clubs and teens' clubs! Stay at our Sarlat La Bouquerie campsite, an idyllic place to build the most beautiful holiday memories! You will discover or rediscover the Périgord noir, this magnificent region with many activities. Want to explore the Dordogne? Opt for a river trip aboard a canoe, you will come across pretty fortified castles and picturesque villages on your way. Need a relaxing time? Then go to our aquatic area and bask in the sun, by the heated swimming pool of our campsite near Sarlat.

La Petite Ferme d'Alpagas Sanzay

1 unit · Glamping · Argentonnay, Aquitaine

You are staying on an alpaca farm! The tent is situated in the field next to the alpacas, and it's possible for you to make additional bookings with us to book an amazing experience with the alpacas; up close and personal! Within your 7m canvas bell tent on your private glampsite, which sleeps up to 6 people, we have thought of the little additions to make your stay complete For in the tent -Beds made for your arrival, Towels not included - A projector that will connect with your smart devices* or laptop and play your favourite films using the canvas tent as your screen *iPhone connectivity can vary - Garden games for fun around the tent. - Extra cushions and blankets to keep you cozy. - Various rechargeable fans dotted around the tent to keep you cool on those hot days. - An outdoor kitchen. Cook with the gas burners or the fire pit BBQ. Pans, cups, plates, bowls and cutlery are provided. - A warm gas powered shower and chemical toilet for private use of you and your guests. - The BioLite FirePit* to give you that camping experience for your BBQs, toasting marshmallows or just cozy around the fire *(subject to draught regulations) - An inflatable hot tub for your personal use. On and around the farm - You're situated within an alpaca farm! You can book experiences with us; walking alpacas, the morning feed or a wellbeing session. - We give you a bag of alpaca treats to feed over the fence at your leisure, and give you guidance of how to do this on arrival - Opposite a beautiful chateau with a daytime bar, open some evening weekends throughout the summer - Parking onsite - 1km walk from 13th century Chapelle de 'l’hermitage - Two goat farms in the village with local meats and cheese Will and Sophie proudly opened the glamping site in August 2021 and has since welcomed every group; couples, families, honeymooners, wedding parties, batchelorettes, birthday celebrations, friends, sisters and those needed a 1 night stay for Puy du Fou and other local attractions. You have 2 fields dedicated just for your private group, next to the alpaca fields. Sleeps up to 6 people with 2 double beds and 2 single

La Fontenelle

1 unit · Tent, Motorhome · Hendaye, Aquitaine

---- The setting ---- A hamlet within Saint Ouen La Thene, a small, rural village surrounded by vineyards and sunflower fields. We are 200 meters away from a local viewing area with stunning panoramic views of the local countryside. Set within gently undulating countryside, so great for cycling and walking. Traffic through the village is rare. The odd tractor and that's it! ---- The site ---- One acre walled permaculture smallholding with great views, and featuring a barn, 2 hangars, shaded areas, a pond, a large vegetable patch and free-ranging poultry including ducks, chickens, guinea fowl and quail. The local area is resplendent with sunflower fields and vineyards in the summer months. A feast for the eyes! There is a gate to the property for added security. --- The activities ---- If you like foraging, the surrounding area has many roadside cherry, fig, peach and walnut trees. We are 2 minutes walk away from a historic 'lavoir' where the local farmers' wives used to congregate to do wash their clothes. It is still in use and is fed by a local stream. The water is clear and fresh. There is a local viewing point (3 minutes walk) which features stunning views of the local countryside. The surrounding countryside is gently undulating, so great for cycling and walking. The Tour de France often comes to the area. The town of Saintes, on the river Charente, is a popular tourist destination and within a 40-minute drive. It features wonderful riverside eateries and markets. A great setting to chill on a warm summer's day. The town of Aulnay (20 mins drive) features a lively artisan's market every Sunday morning. The market is surrounded by cafes and restaurants - a great spot to people watch! If you crave a taste of city life during your stay, the historic city of Angouleme is but 40 minutes away and offers a thriving shopping district, historical landmarks and a buzzing night life. Both the beautiful city of Bordeaux and the picturesque Dordogne region are within 'day tripping' distance (2 and 1.5 hrs drive respectively). The market at Rouillac (20 minutes drive) takes place on the 27th of every month and is both vast and fascinating! You name it, they sell it. Not to be missed! There is a local bar / small shop in Bresdon (10 minutes walk), open during the summer months, where the local farmers hang out and drink wine. They sell most of the 'basics' such as milk, eggs, bread, sweets, biscuits, soft drinks and, of course, wine. We're about an hour away from Royan, a picturesque seaside resort with stunning white, sandy beaches. Great for day trips. The town of Cognac is close (30 mins) and is famous for, well, you guessed it, cognac! Most of the large distilleries offer guided tours. There are also many local small-scale cognac producers in the area, some also offering tours and most sell their wares (cognac and the local sweet wine Pineau de Charente). There is a restaurant / bar called FC Pougemin in nearby Louzignac (10 mins drive) that holds a very popular 'fish and chip night' every Friday. The owners are Belgian so the beer selection is vast and there are often live acts. It's very popular with local expats and summer visitors. On balmy summer evenings tables are outside in their courtyard and in winter they move into a large, cozy barn. FC Pougemin's Facebook page includes their live act listings. For those wanting a more formal evening meal, there is a very good restaurant in La Pinelle 'La Table du Chef Corvez' (7 minutes drive) which offers very reasonably priced food, including some french classics. Their web site includes an example menu. There is also a permanent 'brocante' (antique flea market) in La Pinelle which you can browse by appointment. Various fairs, brocantes, festivals and markets take place in local villages during the summer months. The wine festival in Beauvais (5 mins drive) is a highlight for us and generally takes place at the end of May! ---- Local information ---- The nearest small town is 15 minutes drive away (Matha) and features 3 supermarkets, 2 petrol stations, cafes, bars, a pharmacy, garden centre, DIY store, bars, banks and most other 'basics'. The smaller village of Beauvais sur Matha (5 minutes drive) features a post office, pharmacy, doctor, boulangerie and bank.

Stories from the community

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Jan

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Camp Laurent-Rural Retreat 4 Adults

Super nice campsite and super nice hosts they have everything you need, definitely would recommend 100%

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Cardiologic

August 2025

5 m Class B

2 nights at Camp Laurent-Rural Retreat 4 Adults

Lovely quiet adult campsite with cooling pool. The local restaurant was also delicious and friendly.

Juliet

August 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Fonclaire Holidays

Beautiful site with wonderful hosts. Hummingbird moths, cows and we heard a tawny owl. We only stayed 1 night but you could relax here for days.

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Wieke

July 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Fonclaire Holidays

The campsite owners Chris and Jen are amazing, they go out of their way to help people and make sure they have a great stay. They are a hardworking couple and made the campsite and gites beautiful with excellent and very clean facilities. The swimming pool is great with shaded options,the atmosphere is very relaxed.Jen and Chris are always at hand if anything is needed from quiche to coffee to croissants or ice cream, which is amazing,just ring the bell! Everything you could wish for is thought of, ie cards on a table if you want to play cards under cover with a view if it rains ( it never long does if it does), fishing rods if you wish to fish in their lake, matches if you wish to make a cuppa in their barn kitchen even washing up liquid and clean brushes are there and a washing machine. We’ve had a very comfortable stay and our car broke down whilst here so Chris drove us all the way to the airport in Limoges to pick up our daughter and stopped at a supermarket on the way back so we could get some food as there’s little to no public transport here, and taxis are extortionately priced. You do hear the road from time to time but that’s nothing, compared to the sheer hospitality on offer, there’s a beautiful and peaceful forest and lake and the tipi and lotus bell tent are beautiful, there’s even a little glamping kitchen in the woods! Thanks J&C, for looking after us so well we had a super comfortable stay and for helping us out big time, during a tricky time for us!

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janet

June 2025

7 m Class B

2 nights at Bellevues Glamping and Camping

What an absolute gem of a campsite! After being packed in like sardines at a previous site on this trip, this site was such a welcome change. Linda and Richard are fabulous hosts, and made us feel welcome from the start. Their lovely little pup Margot is also very friendly and super cute! The site is rural, surrounded by beautiful countryside. There was only one other van staying when we were there, but even if they had been full, it is spacious enough for everyone to have more than enough room and privacy. There's a washing machine that is 5 euros a load, a sink for dishwashing, a toilet and a shower - all really well kept and clean. There's also a lovely swimming pool , which was very welcome to cool off in on a very hot day. Richard also went the extra mile & went out to rescue my partner in his car, when he got lost on a "quick" cycle to the local boulangerie. 100% recommend & would love to visit again.,

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Katherine

June 2025

5 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Camp Laurent-Rural Retreat 4 Adults

Welcoming hosts. A lovely setting with all the amenities you need. Tranquil natural setting. The pool was fab. Clean and well maintained facilities. Surrounding area very pretty and super quiet rides great for cycling. Highly recommend and would definitely visit again.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

Wildlife-watching campsites in Nouvelle-Aquitaine guide

Where to go

Poitou-Charentes

The maritime city of La Rochelle is the cultural hub of Poitou-Charentes, from where you can explore the beaches, oyster farms, and pine forests of Ré, d’Oléron, and Aix islands. Inland, this department is the ideal place to experience the simple pleasures of the French countryside, stopping off to sample the local liquor in Cognac and visit the historic cities of Poitiers and Angouleme along the way.

Limousin

The historic Limousin region, made up of the Corrèze, Creuse, and Haute-Vienne departments, is the road-less-travelled for most campers in Nouvelle-Aquitaine. Bound by the mountains of the Massif Central and famous for its cattle farming, this hilly agricultural province is full of sleepy villages and farmland campsites. Limoges is the only sizable city, while the riverside town of Brive-la-Gaillarde makes the most picturesque base.

Dordogne & Lot

The region’s rural heartland is fed by the Dordogne, Lot, and Garonne rivers, affording miles of rambling river valleys, dense forests, and sweeping cliffs dotted with medieval villages and ancient caves. Campers will be in their element here, whether you want to escape to a tranquil campsite amid rolling hills, go glamping in a yurt, or take your campervan on an epic road trip to towns like Rocamadour, Sarlat-la-Canéda, and Villeneuve sur Lot.

Gironde & Landes

Nouvelle-Aquitaine’s regional capital, Bordeaux, and much of its coastline are contained with the huge Gironde and Landes departments, where you’ll find endless stretches of golden sand, billowing dunes (including Europe’s highest sand dune), and great surf and water sports. Coastal campers have endless options, whether you prefer the vine-flanked Gironde estuary in the north, the dreamy Silver Coast around Arcachon Bay, or the maritime pines of the immense Landes forest.

Pyrénées-Atlantiques

Summer sun-seekers and surfers make a beeline for the beaches of the French Basque Country, where Biarritz and Bayonne are the liveliest hubs. Away from the coast, the broad peaks and wildflower-speckled plateaus of the Pyrénées mountains tempt campers into the highlands. This is where you’ll find some of France’s best hiking, mountain biking, and camping, and true adventurers can even bivouac in the wild.