Find your campsite by the sea!
A camping holiday is even better beside the beach! Imagine gazing out across the Mediterranean Sea in a thousand shades of blue, diving into the exhilarating waters of the Atlantic Ocean or simply lying back, lulled by the gently lapping waves... This is where you’ll find true holiday happiness, so come and soak it up at a Sandaya campsite!
Near the sea or even with direct beach access, our 4 and 5 star campsites have chosen the most gorgeous destinations to offer you a holiday in an exceptional setting. One where you’ll be free to enjoy all your favourite activities! Watersports fan? Treat yourself to a scuba-diving lesson with friends, grab the family and take to the water on a stand-up paddleboard, or head out on a canoe or kayak adventure for two. Love lazing on the beach? Love nothing better than lazing? Then switch off, stretch out and soak up the sun, feel-good factor guaranteed! Isn’t life wonderful?
Our great ideas for your campsite holiday
Heated pool or warm sea? On holiday at a Sandaya campsite, no need to choose – dive in and enjoy both!
Forgotten your sun cream, rubber ring or sarong? No problem – the campsite shop has got you covered!
Open-air cinema, festivals and funfairs… a seaside holiday also means entertainment and activities for the whole family!
Spending your holiday on the water’s edge? Leave the car behind and breathe in that sea air!
Seaside campsite, book your stay!
Advice and inspiration, top hits and holiday hints:
Our top reasons to get away to a seaside campsite
At a 4 star or 5 star campsite, savour every barefoot, blissful moment of your holiday! You can lap up the joys of the water at all our star-rated seaside campsites in France – whether that’s by the sea, the ocean, or at the campsite’s own swimming pool and water park.
- For a getaway at a camping destination in the south of France, pitch up at a seaside campsite in Occitanie – at Vias-Plage in the Languedoc-Roussillon, Sainte-Marie-la-Mer or Leucate – and enjoy a fantastic holiday with your family, children or friends. Looking for a picture-postcard setting? Opt for a seaside campsite in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region – in Fréjus, Grimaud, Saint-Tropez or Saint-Raphaël – where golden beaches meet picturesque Provençal villages. For a real sense of escape, set your sights on the beaches of Corsica! In the heart of Venzolasca or Castellare-di-Casinca, lose yourself in a seaside stay on the Island of Beauty, one of the most breathtaking destinations in France!
- For an Atlantic escapade, treat yourself to a gloriously sea-salted stay at a seaside campsite in Nouvelle-Aquitaine – at Arcachon, Sanguinet, La Palmyre or Le Bois-Plage-en-Ré. In Southern Brittany, combine local tradition and ocean delights at a campsite in Carnac or Bénodet. And while you’re travelling along the Atlantic coast, why not make time for the Vendée?
- Further north in France, spend quality time with the kids or your friends on holiday at a seaside campsite in Normandy – at Saint-Aubin-sur-Mer or Genêts, perfect spots for an authentic getaway.
France has a vast array of star-rated seaside campsites but Spain also has plenty to choose from! Dreaming of stunning beaches, golden sand and wall-to-wall sunshine for a holiday filled with lazy days, swimming and watersports? Then Spain is calling, with some of the finest seaside camping destinations you’ll find.
Seaside campsites in Spain: make your way to Puçol, on the Valencian coast, or Pals, on the Costa Brava, to soak up the warm Iberian atmosphere, with turquoise waters on one side and scenic villages on the other.
Besides sunshine and sandy beaches, Spain has so much more to offer! The city of Barcelona tops the list for a family day out. With its wealth of historic landmarks, like the Sagrada Família, and its vibrant bar and restaurant scene, Barcelona is a city where culture and cuisine go hand in hand.
Italy’s campsites are ideal for a seaside holiday.
Seaside campsites in Italy: make a beeline for Tuscany – Vada and Marina di Castagneto Carducci are two gorgeous coastal destinations oozing that unmistakeably Italian charm. And both are lined with glorious golden beaches just made for a relaxing holiday. While you’re in Tuscany, make sure you visit its capital, Florence, as well as Siena and Pisa – cities that never fail to impress with their remarkable historic landmarks.
A preference for Veneto? Make your way to Cavallino-Treporti and the Europa Village campsite. On the Adriatic coast, Venice and Verona are within easy reach – and both are sure to cast their spell on you!
The finest beaches are all close to our star-rated seaside campsites, whether you’re in France, Spain or Italy.
- By the Mediterranean: make the most of the warm, sandy beaches in Canet-en-Roussillon, Argelès-sur-Mer, Saint-Cyprien or Collioure, tucked away at the foot of the Pyrenees. On the Spanish side, you’ll fall in love with La Barceloneta beach in Barcelona, and the idyllic coves along the Costa Brava, including Sa Riera, Sa Tuna and Mas Pinell. Take the opportunity to discover other superb spots, like Torroella de Montgrí, Roses, Cadaqués, L’Estartit and Begur.
- On the Atlantic coast: spread out your beach towel on the sandy shores of Biscarrosse, soak up the charm of Cap-Ferret and the secluded coves around the Île de Ré, or admire the waves of Soulac-sur-Mer and the wild stretches of sand at Guidel-Plage in Brittany.
- In Italy: the Adriatic Sea beckons with popular destinations like Cavallino-Treporti, Eraclea Mare, Bibione or Lido di Jesolo… savour the dolce vita with a combination of swimming, sandy beaches and the simple art of doing nothing.
At a seaside campsite, pick the holiday that suits you best with rental accommodation or top-of-the-range camping pitches. You’ll sleep like a log after your days at the beach, in the water park and at the swimming pool!
- Mobile home: a fully equipped holiday rental – simply unpack and settle in!
- Premium mobile home: located in a Premium area of the campsite, you’ll savour the peace and quiet of this holiday rental and its fully pedestrianised setting.
- Friends mobile home: a mobile home specially designed for a big family or group of friends, sleeping up to 10 guests.
- Luxury mobile home with spa: the ideal holiday rental if you dream of soaking in a hot tub on your terrace during your camping stay.
- Budget-friendly mobile home: stay in an affordable mobile home and enjoy all the benefits of our superb campsites.
- Chalet: appreciate the comfort and appeal of wood for a stay immersed in nature.
- Apartment or villa: full privacy for your holiday in a rental that includes access to all the campsite has to offer, from amenities and entertainment for the kids to activities for the adults.
- PRM accommodation: the space and fittings are thoughtfully designed to make it easy for guests with reduced mobility to get around, ensuring a carefree, comfortable stay.
- Quirky accommodation: a floating cabin, a tree-house or even a gypsy caravan… book something out-of-the-ordinary for a one-of-a-kind camping adventure. On good authority from the kids themselves, they’ll enjoy the best nights’ sleep ever!
- Tents: pick a lodge tent, furnished tent or Coco Sweet and savour the joys of an authentic camping holiday under canvas, in snug, well-equipped accommodation.
- Premium pitch: you’ll benefit from private sanitary facilities, with toilet, shower and handbasin.
- Tent pitch: your own spot, connected to water and electricity, designed to accommodate your tent and car.
- Camper van pitch: pull up with your camper van or caravan, plug in and let the holiday begin!
A stay at a seaside campsite makes it easy to organise a family holiday with the kids or a getaway with friends: with the beach on hand for fun and games all day long, no need to keep going backwards and forwards to the campsite! Throughout your stay, you’ll be immersed in that irresistible camping atmosphere, breathing in the sea air from the moment you wake. A seaside holiday in France, Spain or Italy is hard to beat for a dream combination of lazy beach days, endless swimming and breezy coastal walks. And these destinations are equally wonderful if you’re keen to get a real taste of the country, whether you’re staying in France or venturing further south into Europe.
A campsite near the beach typically means the coast is just a few minutes’ walk (or a short drive) away, while a campsite with direct beach access usually lets you step straight from the campsite onto the sand, for a carefree family holiday with the kids or fun getaway with friends. And it’s one of the most sought-after attributes for a laid-back stay!
On your seaside camping holiday, life naturally revolves around the water, with aquatic amusement in every form! From swimming and strolls along the shore to watersports, depending on your campsite destination (stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, boat trips out to sea…) in France, Spain or Italy. And when you fancy a change of pace, the beauty of a star-rated campsite is that you can make the most of all the amenities, activities and entertainment on offer, including the water park and swimming pool and children’s play areas… for a fun-packed stay with family or friends!
For the full coastal experience, May and June or September are often ideal, offering warm temperatures, a calmer vibe and fewer families around outside of the school holidays. You can split your days between lazing on the beach and getting to know the country.
July and August are the stuff of summer postcards, buzzing with a family atmosphere, with activities, entertainment and services running at full throttle, especially at seaside campsites.
With so many seaside campsites to choose from, the key is finding the one that ticks all your boxes. The simplest approach is to start with the number one item on your holiday wish list:
- Beach all day long: make quick and easy access to the beach your priority.
- An active holiday: look for a Club campsite with watersports and activities on site or nearby.
- A relaxing getaway: book a Chill campsite, outside the school holidays when there are fewer families and fewer activities and entertainment on the programme.
- A holiday with children: opt for a campsite near the beach, with a water park, swimming pool, entertainment, children’s clubs and activities throughout your stay.
To help you pick out your ideal campsite in France, Spain or Italy, don’t forget to check the guest reviews for any seaside campsites that catch your eye for your next holiday beside the beach. Languedoc-Roussillon, Corsica, Brittany, Costa Brava… you’re spoilt for choice for a seaside campsite!