‘Running our Normandy camper van site is a holiday that never ends’ A couple’s determination to beat French bureaucracy and open their dream camper van site pays off
France wildfire: people who did not clear gardens face legal action Clearing undergrowth around your property is obligatory in many areas
Thousands evacuated as forest fire rages in south France tourist spot More than 500 firefighters have worked through the night. The blaze near Argelès-sur-Mer is now reported to be under control with no deaths reported ‘A weekend camping 12 minutes away from our French home - why not?’ Hundreds evacuated after blaze at campsite in southern France Cheaper holidays at French DIY campsites where everyone pitches in
Tourism in France: The 2022 trends and outlook for 2023 Camping, theme parks, fewer nights away: We summarise how last year shaped up and look ahead as Paris is named the ‘most powerful’ tourist city in the world
Tourists who spent night in French tree to escape wild boar fined €270 They called the gendarmerie for help but ended up having to pay a considerable price
France - a camping paradise with campsites for everyone this summer Samantha David shares her favourite places to holiday under canvas, in a mobile home or a caravan, including a huge site in Paris
2,000 campers evacuated as forest fires break out in south of France A fire brigade spokesman warns: ‘Right now, the whole of France could catch fire at any moment’
Which French presidential candidate would you most want to camp with? The charismatic Jean Lassalle, known for wearing a gilet jaune in parliament and a 5,000km walk around the country, is the candidate most French people want to have a BBQ with
Truck or home? Clampdown on converted vans in French tourist spots Some French ‘communes’ are stopping trucks, converted into mobile homes, staying overnight, but camper association calls ban illegal
When will campsites open in France? Reader question: Will campsites also open on June 2 in France? We live in France and are keen to organise our usual camping holiday.
Masks: What are rules for beaches and campsites in France? Do I need to wear a mask at the beach or at an outdoor pool at a campsite in France?
Campsites in France and the Covid health pass: What are the rules? Visitors need a health pass to enter campsites with pools or events halls, but will only have to present it once, upon entering. How does this work for foreign tourists?
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Yes, you can go camping in Paris Fancy a break in the French capital, but don't fancy a hotel or Airbnb? You have options - including camping Vacances Apprenantes: new educational summer camps in France Motor home rental in France a hit for this summer Wolves on rise in France as bears wreak mountain havoc Non-caravanner creates a ‘growing’ worldwide business France's campsites see 20% growth over a decade
Rules for camping in the wild in France Are there any restrictions related to camping in the wild in France? Anything we should be aware of? G.B.
Make sense of... Camping in France If camping conjures up images of cooking sausages on a camp stove, sleeping bags and chemical toilets you might want to think again
‘Wallet-friendly’ camping eyes another record year The French love affair with outdoor life shows no sign of slowing down - and campsites across the country expect a second bumper year in a row