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Camping in France: what you should know before you go

From basic tent pitches to fully equipped resorts, knowing what to expect makes a difference

Argeles-sur-Mer: camping hot-spot in the south of France

How this seaside town transformed from a refugee camp to Europe’s most popular area for campers

Campervans are new target for thefts in France

Hybrid SUVs were also among the vehicles more at risk, a new study shows

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Camping holidays in France: more families swap hotels for mobile homes this summer

Campsites have become an increasingly popular option for holidaymakers in recent years

When and where is wild camping forbidden in France?

The rules vary dependent upon set-up, length of stay, what is nearby etc

Camping holidays becoming more popular in France despite challenges

Foreign tourists are driving positive results as people in France tighten budgets

‘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

Forest fire with helicopter flying over delivering water

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?’

After a relaxing stay at the local lake, writer Samantha David realises tourist facilities on her doorstep are for locals too

A view of the emergency services at the campsite

Hundreds evacuated after blaze at campsite in southern France

The fire is now under control after more than 800 people were evacuated overnight

Cheaper holidays at French DIY campsites where everyone pitches in

Campsites run by the campers themselves are growing in popularity, and it is not just about the savings

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

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

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

New loan for Covid-stricken tourism businesses in France

Hospitality and tourism businesses in France are now eligible to receive a new state loan to help them recover from the impact of the Covid-19 crisis.

Camping in France: Not the same without the Brits

Domaine de La Paille Basse is a five-star campsite in the heart of the Lot countryside with 144 pitches for tents and caravans and 144 mobile homes and chalets. Connexion paid a visit to see what it is like to go camping this year

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

Learn about the government's new summer schemes for families who feel their children have missed out on vital schoolwork during the Coronavirus-induced lockdown.

Motor home rental in France a hit for this summer

Motorhomes, known as camping cars in France, appear to tick many of the boxes sought by French holidaymakers this year.

Wolves on rise in France as bears wreak mountain havoc

Wolf numbers are on the rise in France, it has been confirmed, in the same week as farmers have reported a record number of livestock deaths linked to mountain bears.

Non-caravanner creates a ‘growing’ worldwide business

Engineer Eric Beau had never been camping or caravanning but his idea for a new retro-style telescopic caravan design has created a business with worldwide orders.

France's campsites see 20% growth over a decade

New-look campsites have seen visitor numbers leap 20% over the past decade as they introduced new features and activities with 124 million nights booked in 2017 in 9,000 sites across France.

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

Camping

Camping in France: what you should know before you go

Argeles-sur-Mer: camping hot-spot in the south of France

Campervans are new target for thefts in France

Camping holidays in France: more families swap hotels for mobile homes this summer

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