These are the best Sandaya campsites in Europe. How do we know? Because, we have visited a whole host of Sandaya campsites in France and we have loved every single one of them. Sandaya is a European camping holiday provider that we keep returning to year after year. Their sites, whilst all unique, hit the sweet spot of luxury meets nature with enough entertainment for the whole family without losing that “camping” atmosphere.
In this guide I’m linking out to all the best Sandaya campsites and sharing all our reviews in one place for you to peruse. Plus there will be a few quick shortcuts if you’re choosing based on pools, toddlers, location, or atmosphere.
If you’ve stayed at any of these, please drop your pros and cons into our Facebook group and I’ll update these guides with your family-focused tips.
Top Sandaya campsites for families In France
Like Eurocamp and Yelloh Village, Sandaya are one of our favourite European holiday park providers and I’m so excited to share this list
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| Campsite | Holiday style | Water highlights | Nature / setting | My review | Check prices |
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| Sandaya Les Alicourts | Resort-style “stay on-site” | Big pool complex + lake | Wooded / nature feel | Review | Check prices |
| Sandaya Séquoia Parc | Lively + pretty | Strong pool setup | Landscaped / “pretty” park feel | Review | Check prices |
| Sandaya L’Orée du Bois | Balanced base camp | Pools + on-site fun | Coastal base | Review | Check prices |
| Sandaya Le Grand Dague | Activity-forward | Big pool energy | Dordogne day-trip base | Review | Check prices |
| Sandaya Le Col Vert | Calmer / outdoorsy | Lake setting | Space + bike paths | Review | Check prices |
| Sandaya Soustons Village | Relaxed exploring | Small but modern pool + indoor children’s area | Peaceful nature vibe | Review | Check prices |
| Sandaya Le Ranolien | Scenic + day-trip focused | Fantastic pool area: outdoor slides for kids + grown-ups, plus indoor pool + splash area | Pink Granite Coast | Review | Check prices |
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Sandaya Les Alicourts (Loire Valley)
If you want a stay where you barely need to leave the holiday park, Les Alicourts is that kind of site. It’s a full resort-style setup with loads going on for families, and it suits trips where the campsite is the holiday.
Quick note: It’s great for facility-led holidays, less so if you want walkable towns every day.
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Sandaya Les Alicourts pros and cons
What we loved about Les Alicourts
Lots of things to enjoy with this one…
- Full resort-style setup with loads going on for families
- Covered splash park built around a giant pirate ship with slides
- Lake activities including wakeboarding, kayaking and pedalos
What to know before you go
Just a couple of issues with this one…
- Less suited to walkable off-site trips, the campsite is the holiday
- Arcade games were often out of order during our stay
Sandaya Séquoia Parc (Charente-Maritime)
Séquoia Parc is one of those campsites that feels “pretty” and lively at the same time. It’s a strong pick if you want atmosphere, Instagrammable landscapes, good facilities, and a location that works for the Atlantic coast.
Sandaya Séquoia Parc pros and cons
What we loved about Séquoia Parc
Lots of things to enjoy with this one…
- Pretty and lively atmosphere with Instagrammable landscapes
- Infinity pools, jacuzzi and a small toddler slide indoors
- Good location for the Atlantic coast
What to know before you go
Just a couple of issues with this one…
- The indoor pool becomes a paid spa-only pool during high season
- Spa treatment prices felt quite steep
Sandaya L’Orée du Bois (La Palmyre)
This is a handy base for beach days and family days out, with enough on-site fun to keep kids happy when you want a slower day. It’s a good “mix” campsite for families who want coast plus facilities.
Sandaya L’Orée du Bois pros and cons
What we loved about L’Orée du Bois
Lots of things to enjoy with this one…
- Handy base for beach days with enough on-site fun for slower days
- Tree top climbing and an Indian forest attached
- Pool area was quiet during our stay with only a few other families
What to know before you go
Just a couple of issues with this one…
- No indoor pool, which is a gamble if you visit in spring
- Pool area reportedly gets very busy in high season according to other reviews
Sandaya Le Grand Dague (Dordogne)
If your kids are pool kids, Grand Dague is a strong shout. It’s known for big pool energy and family facilities, and it’s a good fit for mixed ages where you want a lot happening on-site. It’s also in the gorgeous Dordogne with lots to do off-site and very close to the city of Periguex.
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Sandaya Le Grand Dague pros and cons
What we loved about Le Grand Dague
Lots of things to enjoy with this one…
- Big pool energy and strong family facilities
- Covered soft play area for wet weather days
- Close to the city of Périgueux with lots to do off-site
What to know before you go
Just a couple of issues with this one…
- Children’s play park slide got scalding hot in the sun
- Entertainment schedule on noticeboards wasn’t always followed
Sandaya Le Col Vert (Landes)
Le Col Vert is a great option if you want water plus nature. The lake setting gives you that extra “space” feeling that can make a busy week feel calmer. There’s loads to explore nearby and the area is fantastic for bike paths and activity-led holidays.
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Sandaya Le Col Vert pros and cons
What we loved about Le Col Vert
Lots of things to enjoy with this one…
- Lake setting gives extra space, good for water plus nature
- Private section inside the gates is a quieter, beautiful setting
- Free shuttle bus to Léon and nearby beaches
What to know before you go
Just a couple of issues with this one…
- Our camping pitch was poorly maintained, dry, dusty and covered in holes
- Outdoor pool was cold during our stay
Sandaya Soustons Village (Landes)
Soustons Village works well if you want Landes atmosphere and a campsite base for exploring. It’s a good family option, and one you can pair with beaches, lakes and cycle rides. It’s also a car-free site, so you can enjoy peaceful nature whilst feeling safe with young children.
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Sandaya Soustons Village pros and cons
What we loved about Soustons Village
Lots of things to enjoy with this one…
- Good base for exploring Landes beaches, lakes and cycle rides
- Koolaya Land bouncy castle was our 2 year old’s favourite activity
- Car-free site, which feels peaceful and safe with young children
What to know before you go
Just a couple of issues with this one…
- Pool area can get busy
- Dusty floors mean you’ll be cleaning the mobile home constantly
Sandaya Le Ranolien (Brittany, Pink Granite Coast)
If you love dramatic scenery, Le Ranolien is the one. Great for families who want coastal walks and day trips but don’t mind cooler, more unpredictable weather.
Sandaya Le Ranolien pros and cons
What we loved about Le Ranolien
Lots of things to enjoy with this one…
- Dramatic pink granite coastal scenery with coastal walks nearby
- Main play park built into a giant pink granite rock with slides
- Shower block was modern, clean and had a baby bath
What to know before you go
Just a couple of issues with this one…
- Good beach is a drive or long walk away, not right by the campsite
- No ATM on site
Best Sandaya campsites for waterparks
If your holiday priority is waterparks, then these are the Sandaya Parks I would recommend looking at:
- Le Grand Dague for big pool energy and family facilities.
- Les Alicourts for a resort-style setup where the campsite can be the whole trip.
- Séquoia Parc for a “big campsite” feel with lots going on.
Best Sandaya for nature, space and scenery
If your family prefer dramatic views, revelling in nature an fresh air over resorts and entertainment, then check out these Sandaya sites:
- Le Ranolien for coastal scenery and day trips on the Pink Granite Coast.
- Le Col Vert for lake + nature, and a bit more breathing space.
- Soustons Village as a base for Landes outdoor days.
Best Sandaya campsites for toddlers and younger kids (based on our reviews)
If you’re travelling with toddlers or primary-age kids, these Sandaya campsites from our own stays are the ones I’d point you to first. They work well for an easy family holiday with pools and play, short walks, and enough on-site fun that you’re not planning every minute.
Top picks from our Sandaya reviews:
- Sandaya Séquoia Parc – big family vibe, loads going on, great for mixed ages.
- Sandaya L’Orée du Bois – strong all-round family base near the coast, easy for beach days and park days.
- Sandaya Le Grand Dague – brilliant for pool days and keeping kids busy on-site.
- Sandaya Les Alicourts – resort-style, packed with facilities, ideal when you want the campsite to be the holiday.
- Sandaya Le Col Vert – nature plus water, with that calmer “space to breathe” feeling.
Best Sandaya campsites for teenagers (based on our reviews)
If you’re travelling with teens, the best Sandaya picks are the ones with big facilities, strong pool scenes, sport options, and enough going on that they don’t get bored by day three. These are the Sandaya sites from our reviews that suit older kids best.
Top picks from our Sandaya reviews:
- Sandaya L’oree du bois – Tree top climbing on-site and other high energy activities nearby
- Sandaya Les Alicourts – big resort setup with plenty to do without leaving site.
- Sandaya Séquoia Parc – lively atmosphere and a proper “holiday park” feel for mixed ages.
- Sandaya Le Col Vert – good for active teens who like biking, exploring, and having options nearby.
Sandaya Campsites We Plan To Visit Next
There are a few Sandaya campsites that we’ve been to but haven’t reviewed yet, like Etoile d’Argens, where I, Breanne, worked for a year in 2014, plus Château des Marais and Maisons-Laffitte, where I worked in 2012, and L’Escale Saint Gilles, where Mike worked for a year in 2013. They’re all sites we’d happily recommend, but we’d love to return as a family, properly experience them as guests, and finally create up-to-date reviews that reflect what it’s like for UK families booking now.
There are also loads of Sandaya sites we haven’t visited at all yet, and these are top of our wish list:
Le Littoral (Vendée)
This is high on my list because it feels like a “classic French family holiday”. The Vendée is one of my favourite regions for family camping, you get long beaches, flat cycle paths, and loads of easy days out without long drives. I want to see how Le Littoral compares to other Vendée favourites, and whether it’s one of those parks where you can do beach days, pool days and kids clubs on repeat and still feel relaxed.
Domaine de la Dragonnière (Hérault, near Béziers)
I’m really drawn to this one because it looks like a proper resort-style Sandaya with big facilities, but in a sunny region where you can mix pool days with day trips and market towns. It’s also the kind of site families book when they want the “wow” factor, big pools, lots going on, and that warm south of France feel, so it’s exactly the sort of campsite I want to review properly for families choosing between the major brands.
Côte de Nacre (Normandy)
This is on the list because Normandy is such an underrated family option from the UK. It’s easier for travel, great for shorter breaks, and it’s packed with family-friendly days out. I’d love to review a Sandaya in Normandy for families who want a French camping holiday without committing to a mega drive, plus it’s perfect for people travelling in spring or early summer when the south isn’t the obvious choice.
Domaine du Colombier (Fréjus, French Riviera)
This one is the “treat” pick. I want to visit because whilst Mike and I briefly worked on it in 2014, we want to re-experience the sunshine, palm trees, proper holiday atmosphere, and a setting that feels a bit more special than the standard family park. It’s the type of site families choose when they’re happy to pay more for a 5-star feel, and I want to see if it delivers on the things that matter most for families, pools, layout, evening vibe, and whether it still feels family-friendly when it’s busy.
And of course, that’s just the start. Sandaya has so many sites across France and beyond, and I’ll keep updating this guide as we visit more, test them properly as a family, and add new reviews. If you’ve got a Sandaya you think we should prioritise next, tell me which one and why,
What makes a Sandaya campsite “the best”?
Sandaya is one of the leading luxury outdoor hospitality and camping holiday providers in France and Europe. The Sandaya group have a wide range of 4 and 5* campsites across Europe which they both own and manage. As owners of their sites, they maintain a consistent standard across the board, though each campsite does still have its own style and setting.
Family Friendly Features & Facilities You’ll Find On The Best Sandaya campsites
One of the reasons we keep returning to Sandaya sites is because they have some of the most family friendly facilities available. From the incredible play areas to the pedalo lakes, scooter tracks and more, here are some of our favourite features.
Pools & Splash parks
Obviously one of the biggest features for most families and Sandaya do not skimp out when it comes to water fun. Our favourite pool areas have to be those at Grande Dague, Alicourts and Le Ranolien. We especially love it when there are dedicated childrens splash parks and every single campsite on my tops list had one.
Lakes
2 of the Sandaya campsites on my list have lakes: Les Alicourts and Le Col Vert. Both of these sites are a great option if you love water sports. Both of the campsites offer pitches right near the lakes and we loved them. At Alicourts we hired pedalos whilst at Le Col vert we just enjoyed some paddling in nature
Skate Parks & Pump tracks
Whilst Les Alicourts had a great skate track, both Le Col Vert and Le Ranolien both had these great pump tracks for bikes, skates and scooters. Our daughters looved scooting and riding on them. It’s definitely an extra feature that would encourage me to book, especially on a site where I expect the weather to be good.
Soft Play Areas
On Sandaya sites where we’re expecting worser weather it’s always nice to find a soft/indoor play area. The one above was at Les Alicourts and below we found a small and cosy soft play inside a mobile home at Le Ranolien and a larger, semi covered soft play at Grande Dague
Tree Top Climbing
For the bigger children we loved the tree top climbing at L’Oree du Bois and its attached Indian forest leisure area.
Play Areas
We have discovered a wide range of different play areas across the different Sandaya site we have stayed at. Some are ultra modern, whilst others are more srustic and wooden, here are a few of the best ones
Bouncy Castles
Our daughters favourite activity has to be the Koolaya Land bouncy castle. This is standard across the board and I don’t think we’ve ever been to a Sandaya site without one.
Arcades
Most of the Sandaya sites we have stayed at have arcades which are perfect to keep children entertained for a while on a rainy day.
Sports Facilities
This is the area which Sandaya shines for the older and sporty children. The sport facilities are great and you’ll usually find multi sports courts, table tennis, petanque, Volleyball and quite often body weight and real gyms.
Child Friendly Restaurants and takeaways
Whilst we don’t do it often, we love a meal out, especially when our children are easily catered for. Every campsite has child seats available and the restaurants we have used have always been gorgeous, welcoming and provide tasty and nutritious food – especially Les Alicourts.
How to book Sandaya campsites
Sandaya’s own positioning is that it owns and manages its sites, so booking direct is the “normal” route for Sandaya holidays. Sandaya sites book up fast in peak season, so it’s important to act quickly once you have chosen a resort you like.
Sandaya FAQ
What is Sandaya?
Sandaya is a group of 4 and 5 star campsites across Europe, created in 2010 that operates “top‑end” sites across Europe. They state that they both own and manage their campsites, which is how they can deliver consistent service and facilities across the group.
Are Sandaya campsites good for families?
Sandaya markets itself heavily as family‑focused, with most sites offering water parks or leisure pools, entertainment, sports, and children’s clubs. You’ll usually find on‑site services like restaurants, bars, grocery shops and practical services (launderette, sometimes beach shuttles), which can make things easier with children. Many campsites are in beach, forest, lake or countryside settings, including Atlantic and Mediterranean coasts, inland lakes and wooded areas.
Which Sandaya is best for toddlers?
For toddlers, look for campsites that clearly list: heated paddling pools or aquatic playgrounds, shallow splash areas, and covered pools for cooler days. Shorter walking distances, quieter pitches and a less “party” style evening programme will usually work better with naps and early bedtimes (this can vary by area and season).
Always check the “children’s clubs” age ranges, as many Sandaya Kids Clubs start at around age 5, so younger toddlers may rely more on the pool and play areas.
Which Sandaya has the best pools?
Le Grand Dague promotes one of the largest water parks in the Dordogne, with lagoon pools, a wild river slide and a themed children’s area with a pirate‑ship paddling pool.
Les Alicourts offers a 2,600 m² aquapark with heated indoor and outdoor pools, multiple slides (including ring slides), a children’s splash zone, and access to a private lake for swimming and watersports.
Séquoia Parc is also worth comparing, with a large aquatic area plus extensive family facilities like kids’ clubs, play areas and pedal go‑karts across its 45‑hectare estate.
Do Sandaya campsites get busy in school holidays?
Yes, like most top family campsites in France and neighbouring countries, July and August are peak season and popular Sandaya sites often fill early.
Outside those months you’ll usually find a calmer feel, more space at the pools, and lower prices, although some facilities or entertainment may run a reduced schedule.
Are Sandaya campsites mostly France?
Sandaya has a strong concentration of campsites in France, in regions such as the Atlantic coast, Brittany, Normandy, Pays de la Loire, Aquitaine, Occitanie and more.
The group has also expanded into neighbouring countries, with campsites in Spain (including Costa Brava and Costa de Valencia), Italy (various provinces such as Livorno, Venice and Verona) and Belgium (e.g. the Belgian Ardennes)
