Thinking of a family camping holiday to France? If you’re weighing up the Loire Valley and the Vendée coast near Nantes, you’re spoiled for choice — this stretch of western France is packed with family-friendly campsites offering pools, kids’ clubs, easy beach access and countryside on the doorstep.
Here are some of the best places for families camping in the Loire Valley and near Nantes.
The Best Places for Families for Camping Loire Valley and near Nantes
Camping La Tabardiere
Located a few kilometres from the beaches of La Plaine Sur Mer and Pornic, Camping La Tabardiere is a family-friendly campsite and a great starting point for beautiful walks along the beach or through the countryside.
This campsite has 6 pools, go-karting and a children’s club, plus a bar and mini market on site.
41km from Nantes. 4-star campsite. 143 pitches and 37 rentals. Pets allowed.
Domaine le Jardin Du Marais
The Domaine le Jardin Du Marais campsite is located in a natural, protected area near the islands of Yeu and Noirmoutier.
The campsite has 10 pools, including a heated indoor pool, and a children’s club with go-karting, a sports hall and a fishing pond. There are public barbecues, a bar, a pizzeria and a mini market on site.
48km from Nantes. 4-star campsite. 62 pitches and 34 rentals. Pets allowed.
Camping Sandaya Domaine Le Midi
Discover the joys of camping in lodges, teepees or a traditional tent pitch at Camping Sandaya Domaine Le Midi. This exceptional 13-acre site has direct access to one of the largest and most beautiful beaches on the island of Noirmoutier.
The campsite has 6 pools and both a children’s and a teens’ club, plus a mini market and bar.
49km from Nantes. 5-star campsite. 209 pitches and 189 rentals. Pets allowed.
Camping L’Ambois
Camping L’Ambois is centrally positioned, making it easy to explore all of the Vendée — Puy du Fou, the Vendean coast and its beaches, the Bocage, the Poitou marshes, and lakes and castles.
The campsite has a covered, heated pool with a Ludi Spa, a mini farm, mini-golf, a karting track, a synthetic ice rink, and a children’s club with daily and evening activities.
52km from Nantes. 3-star campsite. 6 pitches and 57 rentals. Pets allowed.
Camping Zagarella
Camping Zagarella sits among pinewoods between the sea and the marshes, just 3km from the beach and close to St Jean de Monts town centre.
This site has a waterpark with 8 pools and offers activities such as hiking and aquafit, plus evening entertainment, a bar and a mini market.
51km from Nantes. 4-star campsite. 278 pitches and rentals. Pets allowed.
Camping La Puerta del Sol
Camping La Puerta del Sol is a beautiful campsite in the Vendée region with a waterpark of 8 pools — including 2 heated and one covered — plus a children’s club. It offers evening entertainment, a bar, and daily activities like multi-sports, bike hire and volleyball.
50km from Nantes. 4-star campsite. 38 pitches and 110 rentals. Pets allowed.
Campsite Bois Masson
In St Jean de Monts, this 4-star campsite offers a great aquapark, a multi-sport ground and a wellness centre, close to long sandy beaches and forest bike tracks. Evening entertainment keeps things lively after dark.
51km from Nantes. 4-star campsite. 10 pitches and 370 rentals. Pets not allowed.
Camping La Prairie
Located at the edge of the forest with direct access to the sea, Camping La Prairie in Saint Jean de Monts is a great place to create holiday memories. With 9 swimming pools, entertainment and a children’s club, the kids won’t be bored.
“The site had a very friendly atmosphere and the owners are fantastic (extremely accommodating). The site is very well maintained and the facilities exceeded our expectations. The children particularly love the outdoor pool and slide. The site feels safe, which is great for children. The entertainment was great — the weekly boule competition is a great plus (very inclusive!). We would certainly return to this site in future!”
3km from Nantes. 4-star campsite. 40 pitches and 35 rentals. Pets allowed.
Camping L’Eden
Camping L’Eden is situated in La Baule, a beautiful seaside resort, on 5 hectares of land just 2 miles from the beach. There are 6 swimming pools and a pet farm the children will love, plus a bar, local farm produce and a shop on site.
“We have for many years holidayed here with our family. The reception, the owners and staff, the accommodation, the site facilities including the additional bathing and toilet blocks, are all absolutely fabulous.”
60km from Nantes. 4-star campsite. 40 pitches and 45 rentals. Pets allowed.
Camping Sites et Paysage de l’Etang
Camping Sites et Paysage de l’Etang is located in the heart of the Loire Valley, close to wonderful castles and beautiful villages and towns. It has 6 pools, go-karting and a mini farm on site. For the adults, there’s organised local food and wine tasting; for children, there are excellent activities including campfires, discos and syrup tasting. It’s a lovely campsite for families.
“The Kids’ Club staff were superb. Friendly staff. Very clean and well maintained. Lovely sizeable, warm showers. Park next to campsite was ideal for families. We had a pass for a week and visited several times. Pitches are a good size. Quiet at night. We loved our stay and wanted to stay longer. Unfortunately it was fully booked so we couldn’t. Planning to go back next year.”
91km from Nantes and 87km from Tours. 4-star campsite. 97 pitches and 41 rentals. Pets allowed.
Yelloh Village Parc de Montsabert
Yelloh Village Parc de Montsabert is located at the foot of the Château de Montsabert, a few kilometres from the Loire — one of the most beautiful rivers in France. An indoor heated swimming pool, a heated outdoor aqua park, sports facilities, entertainment and various activities await you during your stay.
There’s a restaurant, bar and mini market on site.
91km from Nantes and 81km from Tours. 4-star campsite. 91 pitches and 62 rentals. Pets allowed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the best time of year for family camping in the Loire Valley or near Nantes?
Most of these campsites operate through the spring, summer and early autumn months, when pools, kids’ clubs and outdoor activities are in full swing. Check directly with each site for their exact opening season before you book.
Are these campsites suitable for young children?
Yes — most of the sites listed have dedicated children’s clubs, splash pools or paddling areas, and family-friendly entertainment, making them a good fit for younger children as well as teens.
How far are these campsites from Nantes airport?
Distances vary by site, ranging from around 3km up to roughly 91km from Nantes, so there’s a good spread of options whether you want to stay close to the airport or venture further into the Loire Valley.
Can we bring our dog camping in this region?
Many of the campsites listed do welcome pets, though a few do not, so check the pet policy for your chosen site before you travel.
What’s nearby for day trips?
The region gives you easy access to Vendée beaches, Puy du Fou, Loire Valley castles, and coastal towns like Pornic and La Baule, so there’s plenty to explore beyond the campsite itself.
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