Access to the beach, with no roads to cross
A campsite with direct access to the beach offers an unrivalled experience of relaxation and freedom: sometimes all you need is a simple barrier to get through or a path to follow, crossing dunes or pinewoods, to get to the sand and the sea. There's no road to cross or long walk to contemplate either... No need to take the car, no traffic jams on the road or parking spaces to find! It's safer and less tiring.
By choosing a campsite with immediate access to the sea or a beach, from the English Channel to Corsica, via the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, you can enjoy the benefits of the sea without the constraints.
More than a campsite by the sea: a campsite with its feet in the water
Imagine waking up just a few steps from the sea, a lake or the ocean... Why settle for a simple view of the sea when you can dive in whenever you feel like it?
Whether you're dreaming of an early morning dip to start the day or a swim at sunset, our 2, 3, 4 or 5 star campsites by the beach offer you that precious freedom: the sea is yours to enjoy at any time.
Ideal for families and nature lovers, a campsite with its feet in the water means you can make the most of the sun, swimming and seaside walks from morning to night.
Warm sand, swimming and relaxation are just a stone's throw away!
The advantages of a mobile home at a campsite with direct access to the sea
A mobile home at a campsite with direct access to the beach is the promise of a holidayrejuvenating : invigorating sea air from morning till night, soothing waves, not to mention breathtaking views, and maybe you'll even be able to watch the sun set (or rise) from the terrace of your rental!
A successful family holiday at a family campsite by the sea
Are you travelling as a family, with children who can't wait to get into the water? A mobile home just a stone's throw from the beach guarantees stress-free days! Between swimming, sandcastle competitions and picnic breaks in the shade of the parasol, there's something for everyone. While they play in the sand, enjoy a well-deserved moment of relaxation, lulled by the sound of the waves.
The best campsites by the sea, lake or river
Find your campsite facing the sea and the beach!
This summer, treat yourself to a holiday camping with direct access to the beach! Whether on the Normandy coast facing the English Channel, on the Mediterranean coast or overlooking the Atlantic, enjoy the luxury of having water at your fingertips: check out our selection of the best campsites with direct access to the beach!
Find your ideal destination: Looking for surfing and thrills? Head for the beaches of the Landes! Fancy a bike ride? Treat yourself to a breath of fresh air in Brittany! Are you a history buff? The D-Day landing beaches in Normandy will take you back in time. Whatever you fancy, there's a special swimming destination waiting for you!
Which are the best campsites with a swimming pool by the sea?
Of course, your campsite gives you direct access to the beach and you appreciate this luxury. However, children love the pools and even the slides that you can find in a water park! Luckily, among our selection of the best campsites with direct access to the sea, 5 out of 6 also have a swimming pool!
In the Manche department, for example, we recommend the L'Anse du Brick campsite*****, which has a lovely pool area, comfortable mobile homes, some with panoramic sea views, and direct access to the sea via a private footbridge.
In Corsica, between the sea and the mountains, the Arinella Bianca campsite***** invites you to enjoy the Costa Serena's long beach, which surrounds a magnificent swimming pool with three pools, unless you prefer to relax in the SPA's whirlpool baths.
In La Palmyre, Charente-Maritime, don't miss the La Côte Sauvage campsite***** and its water park of over 700m² with 5 water slides, an indoor heated pool, a river for walking...
Which are the best lakeside or riverside campsites?
A campsite with direct access to a lake or river beach offers an unspoilt natural setting, ideal for a relaxing or active holiday. Freshwater swimming, fishing, canoeing, paddle-boarding or simply relaxing on the riverbank... All these activities are easily accessible, just a few steps from your pitch or rental accommodation. Far from the hustle and bustle of the coastline, these sites offer a quieter environment, perfect for families and nature lovers.
Les Prés verts campsite ****, located on the beach of the Biscarrosse lake in the Landes region, is ideal for families with children: heated swimming pool, children's club, cycle paths right outside the campsite, safe, supervised swimming... You'll also have access to numerous fishing spots on the lake and to the sailing school at the leisure centre next to the campsite.
Situated on the banks of Lake Pareloup in Aveyron, the campsite Le Caussanel**** is set in an exceptional setting at an altitude of 800m.
At the foot of the Luberon, in the Vaucluse, the Étang de La Bonde*** campsite invites you to relax on the banks of the Etang de la Bonde. With direct access to the lake, you can enjoy a charming sandy beach and relax, swim or take part in water sports.
In the Gorges du Verdon, choose your destination! Why not choose Lac de Montpezat and its La Farigoulette campsite*****, a superb campsite where you can go canoeing, kayaking, paddling or pedal-boating, or take an electric boat trip from the campsite. Another choice: in the lower gorges of the Verdon, on the shores of the turquoise waters of the Esparron de Verdon lake, Le Soleil campsite**** offers swimming, fishing, relaxation, sunbathing and water sports for all the family to enjoy.
Not far from there, in Ardèche, Le Clapas*** campsite has a large private beach on the banks of the river, at the entrance to the Gorges de l'Ardèche, a stone's throw from Vallon Pont d'Arc,
Campsite with direct beach access on the Atlantic Ocean: South Brittany, Landes, Vendée...
If you want to enjoy direct access to the beach and the Atlantic Ocean from your campsite, you can choose between the powerful waves of the Landes coasts and Pyrénées-Atlantiques , the long dune-fringed beaches of Gironde or the unspoilt coves and islands of Charente-Maritime. Or would you prefer the vast stretches of white sand of the Vendée and Loire-Atlantique, or the charm of the Breton coast, between the Atlantic and the Channel, with its peninsulas and crystal-clear waters?
For example, in Loire-Atlantique, the Eléovic campsite ****, 10km from Pornic, is a quiet family campsite with an exceptional view of the Atlantic Ocean and the island of Noirmoutier. With its direct access to the sea, the campsite invites you to discover the wild coastline and its small sandy coves for swimming.
In Mimizan, in the Landes region, discover the Marina Landes*** campsite, located 500m from a magnificent sandy beach with direct access from the campsite,
In Charente-Maritime, you might like to visit the Bois Soleil campsite***** in Saint-Georges-de-Didonne, near Royan. You'll love its direct access to the beach, its exceptional natural setting between pine forest and fine sandy beach, facing the Atlantic Ocean...
In southern Brittany, on the shores of the Gulf of Morbihan, classified as one of the most beautiful bays in the world, discover Ker Eden*** campsite, with direct access to the beach and no roads to cross.
Seaside campsite with direct access to the beach on the Côte d'Azur and the Mediterranean, between Occitanie, Hérault and Var
To enjoy direct access to the beach and the Mediterranean Sea from your campsite, choose your ideal destination: the long sandy beaches of the Pyrénées-Orientales and Aude, the wild creeks and crystal-clear waters of the Hérault, or the vast stretches of Camargue coastline between sea and lakes in the Gard and Bouches-du-Rhône. Or perhaps you prefer the elegance of the Côte d'Azur, with the idyllic setting of the Var, between creeks and pine-fringed beaches, the immediate proximity of famous seaside resorts and the secret coves of the Alpes-Maritimes.
There are several beautiful campsites with direct access to the Mediterranean: the Cala-Gogo**** campsite, for example, is located by the sea in a green setting.
In the Hérault, choose Les Sablons campsite*****, one of the 15 best campsites in France according to our journalists and campsite experts, where you'll enjoy unspoilt surroundings, the luxury of a top-of-the-range campsite and a wide range of sporting, nature, creative and well-being activities to suit all the family in high season!
In the Var, in the region Provence-Alpes-côte d'azur , there are a vast number of beautiful campsites offering direct access to the beach. Despite the difficulty of choosing, we'd like to recommend the Yelloh! Village campsite Plage Du Dramont****, located in Agay - Saint-Raphaël, in the heart of a pine forest. Facing the Ile d'Or, the campsite has direct access to the beachDramont
If you're looking for inspiration for your campsite in the South of France, take a look at our selection of the most beautiful campsites on the Côte d'Azur and the Mediterranean.
Waterfront campsites in Corsica
With its turquoise beaches and wild landscapes, Corsica is a dream destination for a holiday with your feet in the water. Between the secret coves of Balagne, the long sandy beaches of the east coast, the spectacular shores of the Gulf of Porto and the heavenly lagoons of the south near Bonifacio and Porto-Vecchio, every corner of the island of beauty promises an exceptional setting for enjoying the sea to the full. Discover our selection of campsites with direct access to the beach in Corsica.
Campsites with direct access to the seafront on the English Channel and the North Sea
Want to enjoy sunny beaches while escaping the sweltering heat and crowds of the high season? head for the Then ! Between the Channel and North Sea coastlong sandy beaches of the Nord and Pas-de-Calais, perfect for invigorating strolls, the vast wild expanses of the Baie de Somme and the Picardy coast, or the majestic cliffs and pebble beaches of the Seine-Maritime, there's plenty to choose from. Unless you prefer the authentic charm of Calvados and Manche, with their family-friendly seaside resorts, historic D-Day beaches and unspoilt Normandy coastline. Further west, the wild landscapes of northern Finistère and Côtes-d'Armor will seduce you with their dune-lined beaches, sheltered coves and jagged coastlines that look like the ends of the earth.