A summer camping in the country
A holiday in the country brings with it that sweet scent of getting back to nature, authenticity and simplicity. The essential values that you’ll love sharing with the family or your friends in the pastoral setting of our 4 and 5 star campsites!
Jump on your bike and enjoy a ride in the fresh air along the quiet country lanes. On the way, stop off to explore picturesque villages nestling deep in the valleys, visit the historic castles and ramparts from ages past, and take time to sample the wealth of local cuisine set out on the market stalls.
In between glorious walks through the forest, enjoy all the advantages of a campsite stay with Sandaya, in the comfort of your chalet, mobile home or tree-shaded pitch. Your wannabe swimmers will be able to enjoy endless fun in the heated swimming pools with waterslides, whilst all those who love their sport can meet up for a game of football or basketball on the multisports ground. As night falls, enjoy dinner with the family or en tête-à-tête on the restaurant terrace as you soak up all the gentle warmth of those balmy summer evenings. Far from the noise and bustle of the town, the nights are peaceful and your holiday truly restful!
Our great ideas for your campsite holiday
There’s nothing better than waking up to the song of the birds to begin the day the best possible way!
Fancy taking up sport again? Breathe in, breathe out: that pure fresh air is so good for your health!
Bathing, heritage, gastronomy: a holiday in the countryside combines all the discoveries you’ve ever dreamed of!
Set off to explore, with or without a planned route, and enjoy being surprised by the innumerable hidden treasures you’ll find along your way!
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Our top tips for your campsite holidays in the countryside
Planning a campsite holiday often begins with a basic question: should you stay in a campsite by the sea or in the countryside? While a seaside campsite is appealing – particularly due to its proximity to the sea, beaches and water sports – a campsite in the countryside also offers many advantages for family holidays or as a couple. Finding yourself in the heart of nature is particularly beneficial. Holidays in the countryside provide the ideal backdrop to switch off your screens and reconnect with what truly matters – your family and children. On holiday at a campsite in the countryside, you can enjoy the fresh air, tranquillity and peaceful nights away from the bustle of the seaside.
Campsite holidays in the countryside are relaxing, with lots of outdoor activities and experiences to enjoy as a family, such as visiting a village near the campsite, hiking or cycling. If your stay at a 4- or 5-star campsite is near a lake or river, you can also go to the beach and enjoy water sports as well.
Just like a seaside campsite, our 4- and 5-star campsites in the countryside offer high-quality services and facilities, including a water park with outdoor swimming pool, indoor pool, heated pool, slides and a spa area, kids’ clubs with free activities for children, a restaurant offering local fine dining, accommodation and empty pitches with plenty of space offering every comfort…
A wide range of activities awaits the whole family during your holiday at a campsite in the countryside!
Nature activities and sports: The countryside offers the perfect playground for hiking and mountain biking on signposted trails and greenways, as well as horse riding. Make the most of your stay at a campsite in the countryside by taking walks at your own pace, admiring the magnificent scenery and taking it easy.
Freshwater sports activities: if your campsite is located by a river or edge of a lake, try water sports with the family – the kids are sure to love it! Swimming in a lake or river, canoeing, stand-up paddleboard, fishing … campsites in the countryside offer a range of activities and quality facilities by the water’s edge. For those who enjoy relaxing, a beach means you can appreciate the surroundings in complete peace and quiet.
Activities kids enjoy: If your children love animals, consider holidaying at a campsite in the countryside with a mini-farm. During your stay at this countryside campsite, you’ll discover the region’s nature, wildlife and flora. At the end of their campsite holiday, they’ll be delighted to have enjoyed new experiences.
Gourmet and cultural activities: France is brimming with historic sites Make the most of your holiday in the countryside by taking your children to visit the Loire châteaux or see the wonders of nature, such as the Ardèche gorges. Feeling peckish? Depending on which countryside campsite you visit during your stay, sample foie gras in Dordogne, wines from estates in the Loire or Provence, Périgord truffles, stuffed vegetables from the Côte-d’Azur, cheeses from the mountains in Auvergne…
Our campsites in the countryside offer a wide range of options so all guests can enjoy a wonderful holiday. At our campsites in the countryside, you have plenty of choice!
Mobile homes: Comfortable and fully equipped with a terrace, ideal for a family or couple. For a group of friends or large family, choose a Friends mobile home which can sleep up to 10 guests.
Accommodation for people with reduced mobility: The layout of these units is designed for easier access to help people with reduced mobility get around, so everyone can fully enjoy the surroundings and nature.
Quirky accommodation: Tree-houses nestled in the heart of the forest, lodges made of wood and canvas, gypsy caravans… You’ll enjoy a fully immersive experience in the heart of nature without compromising on comfort.
Furnished tents: for outdoor enthusiasts who like to enjoy their comfort while rediscovering the joys of campsite nights under canvas.
Premium pitches: These pitches feature a private toilet block equipped with WC, washbasin and shower.
Empty tent pitches: Enjoy a pitch with electricity and water connections for holidays with every comfort.
Empty pitches for caravans and camper vans: Park your caravan or motorhome on a nice pitch with water and electricity connections.
Unlike seaside campsites, where people tend to stay during the summer to enjoy the beach, a campsite in the countryside is suitable for all seasons.
- In spring, nature is coming back to life, temperatures are gradually rising and visitor numbers remain low. The various May bank holidays, particularly Ascension Day and the Whit Sunday weekend, are ideal for a multi-night stay to recharge your batteries in the heart of nature at a countryside campsite.
- In summer, the weather is fine, it’s warm and the evenings are long. You and your family can enjoy the water park and all the entertainment and activities provided by the campsite.
- The Indian summer offers landscapes in warm colours that show nature off at its best. Treat yourself to a weekend break or longer at the last minute at a campsite in the countryside to recharge your batteries. What’s more, at these end-of-season dates, prices are more attractive.
In France, the countryside offers some magnificent scenery. Nestled in the heart of nature, our countryside campsites offer a unique location to enjoy your holidays.
In Auvergne-Rhône-Alps: Choose a campsite in the heart of the Ardèche gorges and Pont d'Arc, between river and garrigue scrubland. Canoeing, hiking, villages full of character such as Vogüé and Balazuc – there’s no time to get bored!
In the Puy-de-Dôme: Near the dormant volcanoes of Auvergne, on the banks of Lake Chambon in Murol, enjoy a campsite with a superb view. During your stay, discover the Chaîne des Puys and crater lakes, and go hiking in the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Nature Park.
In Dordogne and Périgord in Aquitaine: Enjoy a holiday that’s all about fine dining in the land of foie gras, and discover history with a tour of the medieval châteaux, just a stone’s throw from Sarlat. You can also admire the cliffs at Les Eyzies, explore the prehistoric caves, and go canoeing on the Dordogne.
The Sologne in Centre-Val de Loire: On the banks of the Sologne lakes, our campsite is nestled between pine forests and ferns. It’s the perfect starting point for cycling along the greenways, fishing and swimming.
In the Belgian Ardennes, not far from the border with France: In Tellin, in the heart of the Lesse and Lomme Nature Park, you can go kayaking on the Lesse, visit the Caves of Han and lose yourself in the deep forests while admiring the local wildlife.