What kind of camper are you?

You like: meeting new people, playing pétanque in your bathing suit, and enjoying leisure activities and entertainment with your camping neighbors. For you, camping means community and conviviality. It's an adventure that takes on its full dimension when you share it with your tribe. Do you like spacious tents or mobile homeswith their fully-equipped kitchens, hot showers and even separate bedrooms...

Your favorite camping activity: drinking aperitifs while watching new arrivals settle in.

The benefits: good times with family and friends, and memories to last a lifetime. With 8,000 campsites, traditional camping in France has it all. Most of them are just a stone's throw from the sea, a lake or a river, and they deserve their stars - 1* to 5* depending on the campsite. And all at an affordable price. It's up to you to choose the one that suits you and where you'll enjoy your next camping vacation with family or friends.

Next camping destination: the same as last year, for those who love to return to their homeland for the vacations.

Tip: whether for a tent, mobile home or camper van, it's best to book in advance, as this will help you choose a good site for a wonderful outdoor stay.

Any ideas for camping?
Head for Brittany, to the Domaine de la Pinède campsite, in the commune of Trégunc between Concarneau and Pont-Aven. The Domaine de la Pinède*** will welcome you for an unforgettable stay, between beaches and menhirs, nature and poetry. You can rent a fully-equipped mobile home and enjoy the swimming pool and sports activities: soccer, volleyball, sailing, sea kayaking, paddle... Not to mention all the pleasures of a vacation with family or friends: bathing, naps, games...

THE ADVENTURER CAMPER:
The adventurous camper is a very special person. They are both nature lovers and thrill-seekers. They're ready to face the elements and step out of their comfort zone for unique experiences.

Do you enjoy exploring remote areas, sleeping under the stars in a sleeping bag and feeling at one with nature? Are you looking for new discoveries and new experiences? You embody the very essence of camping. You're an adventurous camper for whom the outdoor life is a way of life.

Your favorite camping activity: lighting the star fire! And hanging up your food so you don't get bitten by wild animals watching you.

Advantages: create your own itinerary, disconnect and refocus on the essentials. Free camping gives you the opportunity to enjoy a wide range of activities, including hiking, mountaineering, cycling and fishing. It's also worth noting that wilderness camping allows you to get your adrenalin and adventure fix without breaking your piggy bank!

Next destination: a national park in France, but shhh, it's a secret!

Tip: pack light and compact camping gear, so you can move around easily. And don't forget your first-aid kit.

A wilderness camping idea?
If you're looking for a unique nature experience, the Pyrenees National Park offers the ideal setting for hiking. Lac de Gaube is one of the most beautiful lakes in the park. Situated at the foot of the Pic du Midi de Bigorre, it boasts turquoise waters. There's nothing better than a bivouac to discover this natural gem. Once you've arrived at the lake, you can pitch your tent or tarp on one of the authorized bivouac sites. And at night, you'll be lulled to sleep by the sound of marmots and waterfalls.

Other must-see bivouac spots:

- Parc national de la Vanoise
- Parc national du Mercantour
- Parc naturel régional des Volcans d'Auvergne
- Parc national des Écrins
- Parc national des Cévennes
- Parc naturel régional du Queyras
- Parc naturel régional de Chartreuse

For a successful bivouac:

- Reserve your place at one of the authorized bivouac sites.
- Prepare your equipment in advance, including your tent, sleeping bag and food.
- Respect nature and leave no trace of your passage.

THE GLAMPEUR CAMPAIGNER:
The glampeur is often a city dweller looking to escape the stress of the city. They are often young and well-to-do, and enjoy spending time with friends and family.

You like: luxury and comfort...a place where you can relax and enjoy your vacation to the full. With you, camping takes on a whole new meaning, because it has to be glamorous ! There's no question of sleeping in a simple tent or making do with rudimentary comforts. For your next vacation, you might opt for a stay in a luxury tent, lodge, yurt, tree house or spacious, comfortable premium mobile home. For glampers, vacations and nights are never the same!

Your favourite glamping activity: make every night an experience and spend the rest of the day, er, glamping!

Benefits: One of the main attractions of glamping is to enjoy the beauty of nature while benefiting from quality accommodation. Glamping (glamorous campsites) are generally located in small corners of paradise, attracting large numbers of holidaymakers. Of course, rates are higher than at traditional campsites.

Next destination: a new destination for your next Insta stories.

Tip: If you want to reduce the environmental impact of your trip, you can choose from a wide range of accommodations that use sustainable materials, or opt for destinations that favor eco-glamping.

CAMPING EVERYONE'S STYLE
From tribal hideaways to love nests, camping is on the rise, and the number of enthusiasts is increasing. Whatever your inner camper, one thing's for sure: outdoor accommodation offers a unique opportunity to reconnect with nature, and enjoy unforgettable experiences with a free spirit.

Long live camping!