Center Parcs Holidays in France

Driving to Center Parcs in France

Forest-based family fun is also available across the channel. There are seven Center Parcs locations across France, each set in beautiful, tranquil spots and offering a full range of Center Parcs activities and amenities, from water parks to spas. 

Plan your trip to Center Parcs in France with LeShuttle

Planning a family-friendly holiday to a Center Parcs location in France is easy with LeShuttle. 

• With no luggage restrictions, you can pack everything you need for your big adventure – from the essentials to keep the kids entertained to clothing for every type of weather.
• One ticket includes up to 9 passengers which means you really can take the whole family – plus a few friends – with plenty of room for everyone to join the fun.
• We really do mean the whole family! Travelling with pets is easy with LeShuttle, and pets are welcome at Center Parcs.  

With services departing four times every hour, 365 days a year and journeys lasting just 35 minutes, you can be on your way to Center Parcs in France in no time.

French Center Parcs locations

Le Bois aux Daims Center Parcs, near Poitiers

Villages Nature Paris

If you’re visiting Disneyland® Paris, Villages Nature Paris could not be better situated. This parc is only 7 minutes drive from the Disney® parks in Marne La Vallée. With 85 activities to choose from, there is plenty to do at Villages Nature Paris. Go bowling or climbing, splash around on the 6 water slides or learn about nature at the educational farm and gardens. There’s also bread making and wine tasting. If you’re feeling adventurous, try your hand at aqua gym, aqua scooter or the aqua slide!

Driving time from the LeShuttle terminal: 3 hours 10 minutes. Nearest city: Paris. 

Le Lac d’Ailette

Beautifully located around a lake, Le Lac d’Ailette is an idyllic retreat in the heart of northern France’s Champagne country. Colourful Canadian style cottages cling to the lakeside, while pedal boats and canoes peacefully navigate the calm waters. In total Le Lac d’Ailette has 94 activities including an indoor play area, silent cinema, skate park, karaoke and spa. The swimming pool has 13 slides, so you’ll have endless options for splashing, sunbathing or simply relaxing by the water.

Driving time from the LeShuttle terminal: 2 hours 30 minutes. Nearest city: Reims.

Canoeing is a favourite thing to do at Le Lac d’Ailette 

Les Bois-Francs

This Center Parcs in Normandy delivers everything you want from an outdoor adventure holiday and a family-focused relaxing break. Les Bois-Francs Center Parcs boasts a 9-hole golf course, spa facilities, mini-farm and an ‘Action Factory’ – a large indoor playground complete with play areas and climbing wall. In all there are 90 activities available at Les Bois-Francs, including a water playground, wild water rapids and boating lake.

Driving time from the LeShuttle terminal: 3 hours 30 minutes. Nearest city: Rouen.

Les Trois Forêts

The perfect family escape, Le Trois Forêts is nestled in the heart of a huge forest near the Vosges mountains. The Deep Nature Spa is the largest Center Parcs spa in Europe, and the Master Blaster water slide the longest in any of the European parks. Les Trois Forêts is simply magical for those seeking a revitalising break with plenty to entertain the children.

Driving time from the LeShuttle terminal: 4 hours 15 minutes. Nearest city: Strasbourg.  

Les Landes de Gascogne

On the edge of Les Landes de Gascogne Regional Nature Park in the south of France, this idyllic site offers families everything for a peaceful forest getaway. With cottages dotted among the pines, it is a place for discovery and adventure, and the chance to learn about wildlife and nature at the farm and vegetable garden. Of course, all the usual fun is on offer at the Aqua Mundo water park, with a wave pool and 3 slides. 

Driving time from the LeShuttle terminal: 9 hours. Nearest city: Bordeaux. 

Quality family time is guaranteed at Center Parcs 

Les Hauts de Bruyères

Surrounded by pine forests and close to the Loire Valley, Let Haut de Bruyères is a stunning Center Parc with all the classic activities. Perfectly located for exploring the castles and vineyards of the Loire Valley, guests stay in comfortable forest cottages that sleep up to 12, and can get involved in everything from a circus academy to a deep nature spa. Why not try the cycle route that takes you from the park right into the Loire valley? 

Driving time from the LeShuttle terminal: 4 hours 30 minutes. Nearest city: Orleans.  

Le Bois aux Daims 

Another Center Parc within the warm embrace of the Loire Valley, Le Bois aux Daims is also close to Poitiers, ‘city of a hundred bell towers’. It’s certainly well worth the extra journey time, with its own aquarium and farm, where you can see wild boar and deer. The tree house is the special accommodation here, with breathtaking views across the forest. The ‘Aqua Mundo’ pool has 8 slides, and the tree walks and zip wire makes it a truly immersive natural experience. 

Driving time from the LeShuttle terminal: 6 hours 20 minutes. Nearest city: Angers.

Get to Center Parcs in France with LeShuttle

Your Center Parcs holiday in France starts with a 35-minute crossing from Calais to Folkestone via LeShuttle. 

Get some valuable ‘me’ time at Center Parcs