The 7 Center Parcs Resorts in France
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Welcome to France’s Finest Nature Resorts
Imagine a holiday where your children marvel at the Châteaux of the Loire Valley, where the vast pine forests of the Landes meet tropical lagoons, and where every single day balances adventure with wellness. Welcome to France, where Center Parcs offers 7 exceptional resorts for unforgettable family memories.
France offers a unique setting for nature-focused stays: majestic forests, peaceful lakes, and proximity to iconic sites like Disneyland Paris, Futuroscope, or the Loire Valley castles. From the north to the south, each resort invites you to discover the exceptional natural and cultural heritage of its region.
1. Les Bois-Francs
Les Bois-Francs is one of the most accessible resorts in terms of price and was the first to open in France. Nestled in the heart of a 320-hectare forest estate, this family-friendly park is located just 90 minutes from Paris, deep in the Normandy countryside.
Accommodation: The resort features 854 fully renovated cottages, ranging from the cozy Comfort cottage to the VIP Villas with private saunas. The wooden accommodations blend harmoniously into the forest, offering peace and privacy. Some cottages feature spacious terraces perfect for outdoor dining.
Top Activities: The Aqua Mundo boasts 7 thrilling slides, a wave pool, and a wellness area with a sauna and hammam. The Action Factory delights children with its massive indoor play arena. The domain also features a 9-hole golf course, an equestrian center with ponies for the little ones, modern bowling lanes, and daily creative workshops. The petting farm allows children to meet goats, rabbits, and chickens.
Dining: A friendly buffet restaurant, a pancake house for sweet treats, a snack bar, and a Market Dome offering fresh products and Normandy specialties.
Nearby: Normandy is full of treasures. Visit the charming town of Verneuil-sur-Avre with its Grey Tower for panoramic views, explore typical Norman villages by bike, or treat yourself to the Cluizel Chocolate Museum. The park is also an excellent base for day trips to the D-Day landing beaches or the medieval city of Rouen.
2. Les Hauts de Bruyères
Located in the Sologne region, at the gateway to the famous Châteaux of the Loire, Les Hauts de Bruyères is an intimate 111-hectare estate surrounded by dense pine forests. It is the perfect starting point for exploring the region’s historical heritage while enjoying a preserved natural setting.
Accommodation: The “Wonders of Nature” cottages blend elegance and comfort with large bay windows overlooking the forest. From Comfort cottages for 4 people to VIP villas for 12 with jacuzzis, every accommodation has a private terrace. Premium cottages even offer high-end amenities like Dolce Gusto coffee machines.
Top Activities: The Aqua Mundo features fast slides, a wild water river, and a soothing balneotherapy area. The resort excels in nature activities: canoeing on the ponds, fishing, bird watching, and forest hikes. Children love the mini-club, mini-golf, and forest treasure hunts. Tree-top adventures, archery, and mountain biking complete the sports offering.
Dining: A gourmet restaurant featuring regional flavors, an authentic crêperie, and a Market Dome stocked with Loire Valley wines and local produce.
Nearby: The Sologne region was the playground of French kings. Visit the majestic Château de Chambord just 20 minutes away, the Château de Cheverny (the inspiration for Tintin’s Marlinspike Hall), or stroll through the medieval streets of Blois. The ZooParc de Beauval, voted one of the best zoos in the world, is 45 minutes away and is home to giant pandas.
3. Le Lac d’Ailette
Built on the shores of Lake Ailette (140 hectares), this Canadian-style resort offers a unique seaside atmosphere with its marina and varied water activities. It is a paradise for families who love water and wide-open spaces.
Accommodation: The cottages feature a warm Canadian architectural style with colorful wooden facades. Lakeside accommodations offer breathtaking views of the water from their terraces. VIP cottages feature private whirlpool baths. Some unique accommodations even allow you to sleep on the water in floating houses!
Top Activities: The Aqua Mundo offers spectacular slides and a wave pool. But the real asset is Lake Ailette itself! Sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and even jet skiing in summer. The white sandy beach is perfect for sandcastles. The resort features a Kids Safari for 3-6-year-olds, beach volleyball, and a forest adventure course.
Dining: Panoramic restaurant overlooking the lake, beach bar for summer snacks, pizzeria, and a well-stocked supermarket.
Nearby: Picardy is full of surprises. Visit the gothic cathedral of Laon perched on its hill, discover the famous Champagne cellars in Reims (30 minutes away), or explore the Chemin des Dames, a major WWI memorial site. Nigloland theme park is 1h15 away for a fun day out.
4. Les Trois Forêts
Les Trois Forêts is the largest Center Parcs in Europe, stretching over 435 hectares of fir forests at the foot of the Vosges mountains. Opened in 2010, this resort combines preserved nature, modern architecture, and high-end facilities, including the largest Deep Nature spa of any European Center Parcs.
Accommodation: With 953 cottages available for 2 to 12 people, the choice is vast. The “Forest” accommodations blend beautifully into the wooded environment. The VIP Exclusive cottages offer an exceptional level of luxury with Finnish saunas, XXL terraces, and refined decoration.
Top Activities: The giant Aqua Mundo is divided into 4 themed zones, including a heated outdoor area open all year round. The 2,500 m² Deep Nature Spa is a marvel: panoramic saunas, scented steam rooms, sensory pools, and an exceptional treatment menu. The domain offers 128 activities including a huge forest adventure course, horse riding, mountain biking on 50 km of marked trails, and a petting farm. The Action Factory with its laser tag and climbing wall delights teenagers.
Dining: A restaurant featuring Lorraine flavors, an Italian trattoria, an Asian restaurant, multiple snack bars, and a premium Market Dome with regional products (Mirabelle plums, Quiche Lorraine).
Nearby: Lorraine and Alsace are within easy reach. Visit the Sainte-Croix Animal Park with its wolves and bears, explore Strasbourg and its magical Christmas markets in winter, discover Metz and its Centre Pompidou, or tour the Alsace Wine Route. Nancy and its UNESCO-listed Place Stanislas are 45 minutes away.
5. Le Bois aux Daims
Le Bois aux Daims stands out as one of the highest-rated resorts, famous for its unique concept: a 10-hectare animal core where fallow deer and stags roam semi-freely. You can observe them from your cottage terrace or during your walks.
Accommodation: The star here is the Treehouse Cottage! Elevated several meters high, they offer a unique experience with views of the canopy. VIP cottages feature huge terraces and Nordic baths. For an aquatic experience, try the cottages overlooking the Cenote Pool. Themed cottages (Fairy Tales, Adventure) enchant children.
Top Activities: The Aqua Mundo possesses some of the most thrilling slides in France, including the famous Master Blaster. The Cenote Pool (outdoor pool inspired by Mexican cenotes) allows you to swim among koi carp in water heated year-round—it’s spectacular! The resort features a huge indoor play area “Ze Place” with climbing walls and bumper cars. Encounters with free-roaming deer remain the favorite magical moment for families.
Dining: Gourmet restaurant, wood-fired pizzeria, modern food court, and a Market Dome with a wine cellar.
Nearby: The Vienne region is ideally located. Visit Futuroscope just 45 minutes away for a high-tech family day, discover Puy du Fou (1h30), voted best park in the world, or explore Poitiers and its rich Romanesque heritage. Prehistory lovers will appreciate the Valley of the Monkeys 30 minutes away.
6. Les Landes de Gascogne
The newest French Center Parcs (opened summer 2022), Les Landes de Gascogne stands out with its concept of a Gascon village featuring a lively central square. Fully pedestrianized, the resort spreads out in the famous pine forest of the Landes, 1 hour from Bordeaux.
Accommodation: The architecture is inspired by traditional Gascon farmhouses with timber framing and red tiles. “Village” cottages face the animated central square, while “Forest” cottages offer more privacy. For a unique stay, try the stilt cottages above the ponds or the Farm Houses with animals nearby. VIP cottages feature private heated plunge pools!
Top Activities: The lagoon-style Aqua Mundo offers slides, a wild water river, and heated outdoor pools. The resort emphasizes local crafts and traditions: bread-making workshops, pottery, rugby initiation (this is the South West!), and a petting farm with goat milking. Outdoor activities include forest mountain biking, giant tree-top adventures, and fishing.
Dining: A restaurant featuring South West specialties (duck breast, foie gras), a crêperie, a food truck, and a Market Dome with regional products (Bordeaux wines, Canelés, Espelette pepper).
Nearby: The Landes and Gironde regions are full of discoveries. Visit Bordeaux and its UNESCO-listed quays (1h), explore the Médoc vineyards with tastings, relax on the ocean beaches of Arcachon and Cap Ferret (1h15), climb the Dune du Pilat (Europe’s highest sand dune), or discover the medieval village of Saint-Émilion.
7. Villages Nature Paris
Villages Nature Paris is a unique concept, the result of a partnership between Center Parcs and Disneyland Paris. Located just 10 minutes from the Disney parks and 30 minutes from Paris, this eco-responsible resort offers a complete experience blending nature and entertainment.
Accommodation: The resort offers Premium and VIP apartments and cottages distributed in themed hamlets. VIP duplex cottages can accommodate up to 12 people with generous spaces. The modern and ecological architecture integrates sustainable materials. Some Lakeside accommodations offer spectacular views of the water and gardens.
Top Activities: The Aqualagon is one of the largest indoor water parks in Europe with 9,500 m² of aquatic space! Giant slides, rivers, lagoons, and above all a geothermal outdoor lagoon heated naturally to 30°C (86°F) all year round, even in winter. The Extraordinary Gardens offer a unique sensory trail. The Bellevie Farm delights children with its donkeys, goats, and chickens. The domain also features a spa, a nautical base, and outdoor yoga classes.
Dining: 15 restaurants and bars on site: French cuisine, Italian, street-food, Vapiano, Starbucks, and a Market Place with organic and local products.
Nearby: The location is unbeatable for combining nature and culture. Disneyland Paris is 10 minutes away (paid shuttle or car), Paris and its iconic monuments are 30 minutes by RER train, the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte is 20 minutes away, and medieval Provins (UNESCO) is 45 minutes away. The Val d’Europe shopping center with its luxury outlet is just 5 minutes away.
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The 7 Center Parcs resorts in France offer exceptional diversity for memorable family holidays. From soothing forest settings to invigorating lakesides, from proximity to Disney to encounters with deer, each park has its own unique personality.
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