10 Best Canvas Holidays Campsites 2021

10 Best Canvas Holidays Campsites 2021

10 Best Canvas Holidays Campsites 2021

Canvas Holidays has got over 147 campsites across the whole of France offering a brilliant range of accommodation which includes both tents and mobile homes.

Each campsite offers its visitors something different. The majority of French campsites have their own swimming pools and most have at least one water slide. Others are near to the sea, spectacular beaches, a lake, or in the heart of the stunning French countryside.

Whichever type of campsite you are looking for, you’ll find that Canvas Holidays have some to suit your needs.

Choosing a campsite is often a difficult thing to do as there are many to pick from. To help you find your perfect holiday location we’ve chosen our 10 best Canvas Holidays campsites by comparing their location, facilities, activities, and most importantly their customer reviews. We have also done a quick comparison of prices to give you an idea of how much you can expect to pay.

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The 10 Best Canvas Holidays Campsites 2021

1) Domaine des Ormes, Dol de Bretagne, Brittany

Domaine des Ormes Lake

Domaine des Ormes lies on the site of a 16th-century chateau and in our opinion is one of Northern France’s finest campsites.

It is a five-star campsite, has received a number of awards, and is always popular with visitors.

The old manor buildings have been converted to provide the campsites fantastic range of facilities including the old watermill which is now the bar, and the coach house and stables which are now home to the campsites 18 hole golf course. The swimming pool complex is large and has, in recent years, been updated. There are three swimming pools with a number of slides and a lagoon-style pool with a wave pool.

The campsite offers plenty of space for those who just want to relax whilst also offering a whole variety of activities including tennis, horse riding, sports, a zip line, tree climbing, and even fishing.

Domaine des Ormes not only offers a lot to do on-site but the local area offers a wealth of activities and interesting places to visit. There are many sandy beaches in northern Brittany, there’s also the walled town of St Malo, a superb aquarium, and of course the famous Mont St Michel, all within a short distance.

Number of Stars

Domaine des Ormes is a 5-star campsite.

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2) La Ferme de la Serraz, Doussard, The Alps

La Ferme de la Serraz Campsite

Nestled in the Alps, La Ferme de la Serraz offers some of the best scenery available combined with a fantastic array of activities. A stone’s throw from the beautiful and magical Lake Annecy, the campsite is delightful and perfect for relaxing.

If you’re looking for a holiday that offers a perfect mix of scenery and activities, then why not try staying at La Ferme de la Serraz!

The shores of Lake Annecy and its beaches lie less than 3km away from the campsite and there is a whole range of stunning walks and hikes nearby which offer some truly awe-inspiring photo opportunities. The campsites swimming pool complex is lovely, offering a splash pool for little ones and two swimming pools.

La Ferme de la Serraz is a lovely family-run site that makes a perfect base for families, walkers, and sports enthusiasts. The lake offers plenty of opportunities for swimming, water sports, and of course a beach for the little ones.

The highlight of the local area is, of course, Lake Annecy. Surrounding the lake, however, you’ll find a number of lovely villages where you’ll be able to find shops, bars, and restaurants selling locally produced food and drink. Slightly further afield, if you fancy a drive you can even cross the border to visit Italy or Switzerland!

Number of Stars

La Ferme de la Serraz is a 5-star campsite.

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3) Camping Les Ranchisses, Chassiers, Ardeche

Les Ranchisses Spa Facilities

Camping Les Ranchisses offers you a wealth of exciting activities and is well known for its excellent range of pampering facilities. Close to the medieval village of Largentière, the campsite is tranquil yet family-friendly.

Located in the banks of a small river this beautiful campsite, has at its heart a lovely swimming pool complex. Take a dip in one of the beautiful swimming pools, have a go on a slide, or just rest in the shade. The children’s pool offers the perfect place for little ones and for those after a bit of pampering, you’ll discover a whole spa at your disposal. Luxurious and relaxing, the onsite spa, offers a range of treatments or you can simply relax in the sauna or Jacuzzi.

Around the campsite, there is a great range of facilities and if you fancy keeping busy you’ll also discover a range of fun and sports activities. The surrounding countryside is waiting to be explored on foot, by bicycle, or even in a canoe. The campsite makes a perfect base for exploring the natural beauty of the Ardèche.

One of the most popular locations nearby to Les Ranchisses is the famous gorges of the Ardèche and the Pont d’Arc. Located a short distance away the gorges are best explored by canoe but don’t forget to take your camera!

Number of Stars

Les Ranchisses is a 5-star campsite.

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4) Domaine d’Inly, Penestin, Brittany

Camping Domaine d’Inly Indoor Pool

Domaine d’Inly is one of our personal favourites. Located in Pénestin, this fabulous campsite is one of the best in southern Brittany.

Not only does the campsite have acres of space but it also offers a wealth of things to do for children. Firstly, you have the campsite’s main attraction, its swimming pool complex! Opened in 2015 children of all ages are kept entertained for hours with a fantastic array of slides, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and wave pool. The inside pool area is one of the best in the region and with plenty of areas for all ages, you’ll find it hard to beat.

Other activities on-site include, fishing, a playground, horse riding, all the usual sports, and even a mini-farm. The mini-farm is brilliant for young children, see the goats, pigs, chickens, and horses up close and personal and little ones really do love touching them.

The other great thing about Domaine d’Inly is its location. Firstly, nearby you have a number of fantastic beaches all of which are sandy and great for family days out. Secondly, there are lots of cycle tracks which are accessible from the campsite entrance and finally there are lots of interesting places to visit nearby.

Number of Stars

Domaine d’Inly is a 5-star campsite.

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5) Camping la Garangeoire, St Julien des Landes, Vendee

La Garangeoire Family Pool

Camping la Garangeoire is a family-friendly five-star rated Castels campsite. It has been awarded a prestigious four red tents by Michelin for its quality, facilities, and services.

Set in the grounds of a 200-hectare family château estate and away from the hustle and bustle of the coast, the fantastic campsite has a real sense of peace and tranquility amongst the mature oak trees. The peaceful surroundings of the lake are perfect for fishing, which makes it an extremely popular campsite for those who enjoy the sport.

In addition to the lake, there’s plenty to keep children of all ages happy. Firstly, there is a great pool complex that also has a number of water slides. You’ll also find a number of activities on-site including a playground, mini-golf, and archery along with all the normal types of sports. Families also love the nature trails that lead from the site around the local woodland. You have several routes to choose from, with varying degrees of difficulty so that you can pick and choose.

The nearest village to Camping la Garangeoire is fairly peaceful, however, you will find all the basic facilities you’ll need there.

Number of Stars

Camping la Garangeoire is a 5-star campsite.

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6) La Sirene, Argeles sur Mer, Roussillon

La Sirene Waterslides Fun

La Sirene is a five-star campsite that occupies a stunning location in Argelès sur Mer, less than 1km from some of the best beaches in southern France.

At the heart of the campsite and its star attraction, is its fantastic Aqua Complex. Comprising a large main pool, lagoon-style pool, indoor heated pool, and slides, families will have a fantastic time here.

A lively kid’s club offers children fun activities including treasure hunts, shows, arts & crafts, water games, and mini Olympics. Meanwhile, other on-site activities include beach volleyball, football, gym classes, archery, crazy golf, and aqua aerobics.

This brilliant campsite is a great choice for holidaymakers who love the seaside. The nearby bustling resort of Argelès-sur-Mer is packed with restaurants, bars, and shops and the beaches nearby are sandy, warm, and perfect for relaxing or playing games.

Number of Stars

La Sirene is a 5-star campsite.

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7) Domaine de la Yole, Valras Plage, Languedoc

Domaine de la Yole Waterslide

Domaine La Yole is a fantastic campsite in an unspoiled location just 500 meters from the nearest beach. It boasts an impressive landscaped water park with a number of waterslides, swimming pools, and even a heated children’s pool with water toys.

There are lots of other activities on-site, in addition to the pool, there is a treetop adventure course, cycle hire, crazy golf, archery, fencing, tennis, and petanque. Families with smaller children especially love the large playground and petting zoo.

In the local area, there is plenty to explore. The historic city of Béziers is perfect for history lovers. With its impressive cathedral, old bridges, and Roman arena, you’ll have plenty to keep you busy.

Another great attraction is the fantastic Aqualand waterpark with its numerous waterslides and pools. For anyone who loves exhilarating waterslides, a trip to Aqualand is well worthwhile.

Number of Stars

Domaine de la Yole is a 5-star campsite.

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8) Le Ruisseau, Bidart, Gascony

Le Ruisseau Beach

Le Ruisseau is a popular campsite in the southwest of France which is near to some of the best beaches in the region.

One of the best things about Le Ruisseau is its fantastic swimming pool complex. Boasting a number of swimming pools, water slides, and sun terracing, you’ll find plenty of space and fun for the whole family.

The other reason Le Ruisseau is so popular is due to the close proximity of some of the best surfing beaches in France. The stylish resort of Biarritz is a world-famous haven for surfing and is within close proximity. Meanwhile the closest beach which is called ‘Centre Plage’ lies just five minutes away. Here you’ll not only find a beautiful sandy beach but it also has large rolling waves which are perfect for both body boarding and surfing.

Although the campsite lies near to a motorway, the traffic noise is minimal.

Number of Stars

Le Ruisseau is a 5-star campsite.

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9) Domaine de La Rive, Biscarosse, Gironde

La Rive Beach

Watersports are great fun, keep you active and ensure you keep cool in the hot summer sun and La Rive has plenty on offer.

The campsite lies on a massive lake and is just a short drive from some of the region’s best beaches. Although the coast does provide some great watersport opportunities, the lake offers so much more. The campsite has its own lakeside beach, where you can either play in the sand and water or hire numerous watersport equipment such as SUP’s, canoes, catamarans, flyboards, oxoons, and wakeboards.

On the opposite side of the lake, you’ll also find a large inflatable aquapark which is great fun for all ages and abilities.

To complement the fantastic lake, La Rive also boasts a large range of activities and facilities. The swimming pool is second to none with a large number of indoor and outdoor pools, slides, and seating.

Finally, if you love spending your evening being entertained, wined, and dined then you’ll love the central complex which offers a restaurant, takeaway, and bar.

Number of Stars

Domaine de la Rive is a 5-star campsite.

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10) Domain de Chalain, Doucier, Jura

Lac de Chalain Jura

Domaine de Chalain certainly has to be one of the best campsites with a lake that we’ve seen.

It’s perfect for anyone wanting to spend their holiday gazing out across a beautiful lake with stunning scenery and views for as far as the eye can see.

Simply sit on the lakeside beach or enjoy some of the great activities on offer, the choice is yours. The lake is large and offers a variety of watersports including fishing, swimming, canoeing, and pedalos. You can even take your own canoe or SUP if you have one.

The campsite is hugely popular with hikers and cyclists. Located at the foothills of the Jura mountains and surrounded by the lake and forest, there are plenty of places to walk and ride your mountain bike.

Number of Stars

Domaine de Chalain is a 4-star campsite.

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Price Comparison Cheapest

The cheapest campsite from our 10 Best Canvas Holidays Campsites list for August 2021 is Domaine de Chalain. The cost for a week between the 25th August 2021 and 1st September 2021 is £329.04.

Price comparison of 10 Best Canvas Holidays Campsites

Our price comparison of the 10 Best Canvas Holidays Campsites uses the cheapest accommodation available during August 2021. Obviously the accommodation does vary but we really wanted to just give you an overview of the cheapest prices you can find at the moment. Take a look at our Canvas Holidays accommodation page to find out more about each tent and mobile home they have.

10 Best Canvas Holidays Campsites Prices


1) Domaine des Ormes from 25th August – 1st September £437.39
2) La Ferme de la Serraz from 25th August – 1st September £426.58
3) Les Ranchisses from 21st August – 28th August £408.66
4) Domaine d’Inly from 31st July – 7th August £482.34
5) Camping La Garangeoire from 25th August – 1st September £1308.44
6) La Sirene from 25th August – 1st September £699.02
7) Domaine de la Yole from 23rd August – 30th August £604.71
8) Le Ruisseau from 25th August – 1st September £634.48
9) Domaine de La Rive from 25th August – 1st September £706.73
10) Domaine de Chalain from 25th August – 1st September £329.04