If you are heading to France for a short break or holiday then the popular region of Dordogne offers some super caravan accommodation that are close to watersports to choose from.

Perfect for families, couples and groups, holiday parks in Dordogne that are close to watersports offer mobile home (static caravan) and camping that will work for all budgets. Of course, caravan parks in Dordogne have excellent facilities including swimming pools, covered and heated pools, restaurants, bars and Internet WiFi.

Camping Le Capeyrou at Beynac-et-Cazenac

Caravan parks close to watersports in Dordogne, South West France

Kick off your flip-flops and dip your toes into the Dordogne River, or float around the heated swimming pool and gaze up at Beynac?s hill-top ch?teau. Or if you want to explore authentic Europe then the medieval town of Beynac, with its inviting bakeries and authentic restaurants along the narrow streets, is only a short stroll away. The atmosphere at Le Capeyrou is civilised and tranquil; the setting of the large spacious pitches, surrounded by hedgerows, is picturesque and relaxing. But there is lots of fun to be had to. You can fire some darts or have a game of snooker in the site?s friendly bar or take a canoe or boat trip out on the river.

Le Port de Limeuil at Limeuil

Caravan parks close to watersports in Dordogne, South West France

When you're seeking a really quiet and relaxing holiday, you'll find Le Port de Limeuil very much to your taste. It's a green and attractive little park, boasting countless trees and shrubs, as well as a swimming pool, children's pool and jacuzzi, not to mention lots of open space for children to play. Located at the meeting place of the Dordogne and Vezere rivers, it also gives you direct access to a riverside beach, where you can hire a canoe, swim or simply sunbathe the day away. The park affords lovely views of the surrounding countryside too, thanks to its setting in the very heart of the Dordogne valley.

Les Roulottes des Monedieres at Correze

Caravan parks close to watersports in Dordogne, South West France

Les Roulottes des Monedieres is set in the heart of a national park and the local area offers a wealth of treasures to explore. The park is around 800 metres from the pretty town of Chamberet, with a range of useful facilities. Take a relaxing stroll though Treignac which is regularly voted as one of the most beautiful villages in France. The fierce river Vezere runs through the town and is perfect for watching expert canoe and kayak descents.

Camping les Peneyrals at Sarlat

Caravan parks close to watersports in Dordogne, South West France

The bar and terrace of Camping les Peneyrals overlook the pool complex allowing you to keep an eye on the children while you relax with a glass of local wine. The lively bar hosts a variety of entertainment in high season, including karaoke, live music, cabaret shows and discos. Children will have a great time on site, playing mini golf or having fun on the bouncy castle. Enjoy a meal in the welcoming restaurant, where the mouth watering menu includes local specialities fois gras and duck. The surrounding countryside offers a wealth of delights to explore.

Camping la Palombiere at Sarlat

Caravan parks close to watersports in Dordogne, South West France

The enthusiastic owners of Camping La Palombiere have created an impressive four red tent Michelin rated wooded parkland campsite, which is an ideal location for a relaxing family holiday. The well stocked shop, oak beamed bar and gourmet restaurant are housed in old stone farm buildings which have been tastefully restored whilst maintaining their original rustic charm. Stone paths take you through the site and past colourful flower beds to your pitch which are scattered amongst mature oak trees. Relax by the swimming pool with two twisting water chutes or join one of the canoe excursions from site.

Les Peneyrals at Salignac

Caravan parks close to watersports in Dordogne, South West France

Les Peneyrals is superbly positioned just a short drive from the Dordogne valley. A friendly, family-run park with helpful owners who are always on hand. The high quality facilities include a wonderful pool complex with three swimming pools, water-slides and a heated children's pool. Best of all, everything is kept absolutely immaculate. Surrounded by lush green countryside the park enjoys plenty of shade from established trees and even has its own charming little lake, which is a popular spot for fishing. The owners arrange a variety of traditional entertainment throughout the season too, including live bands and weekly discos in high season. And as well as all the other attractions of the Dordogne, both Salignac and Sarlat are just a short drive away.

Saint Avit Loisirs at Le Bugue

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St. Avit Loisirs is one of the premier parks in a region where standards are high; it is the first French campsite to obtain the internationally recognised ISO9000 award for quality. Its crowning glories are the beautiful, golden stone-built Perigordin buildings which house the reception, shop, bar and traditional 'auberge', with its choice of delicious regional specialities. There is an indoor tropical-style swimming pool and even a 'lazy river' as well as a bar terrace overlooking the outdoor pool complex, which is the scene for a full programme of entertainment including disco and karaoke nights. Surrounded by verdant woodland, this Castel park is mainly shaded and extremely spacious, with lovely views across the countryside and the added bonus of luxury tent pitches arranged along the edge.

Le Paradis at St Leon

Caravan parks close to watersports in Dordogne, South West France

Le Paradis, it is set amidst France's loveliest countryside, close to the meandering rivers of the Dordogne. The park has superb facilities that includes two large swimming pools, surrounded by attractive trees, flowering shrubs and tennis courts. The park's focal point is the lovely little courtyard with its popular bar and restaurant. In high season, an animateur arranges a variety of sports events, soirees, weekly discos in the bar and daily canoe or kayak trips on the river, which flows right past the park.

Camping les Granges at Grolejac

Caravan parks close to watersports in Dordogne, South West France

The oak beamed bar and excellent restaurant at Camping les Granges is housed in old ivy clad buildings; in total contrast to the superb modern pool complex with its swimming pools and three water chutes. The bar terrace, overlooking the pool, is an ideal spot for listening to live music in high season and for sipping one of the delicious cocktails on offer. The active can hire a bicycle or put on their boots to explore the many walking and cycling routes.

Saint Avit Loisirs at Le Bugue

Caravan parks close to watersports in Dordogne, South West France

Set in beautiful woodland with fabulous views of the Dordogne countryside, St Avit Loisirs is one of the premier parks in the region and holds 5 red tents from the Michelin guide. The buildings are of beautiful honey-coloured stone where you'll find a shop, bar with a large terrace overlooking the pool and a restaurant serving local specialities. The modern facilities include a swimming pool complex, tropical-style indoor pool, crazy river and jacuzzi. The sports facilities are outstanding including recently built golf driving range and putting green, plus quad biking, tennis, football and gym amongst others. Six kilometres away is the busy town of Le Bugue.