Best Summer Camps in France

The best summer camps in France including the French Riviera and Corsica

Top 10 Best Summer Camps in France

Where are the best summer camps for summer 2026?

Finding the best summer camp for 2026 is not always straightforward. With so many options available, parents need to consider safety, quality of care, educational value, activities, location, and real experiences from other families. After extensive research, two European destinations consistently stand out as top choices for summer camps: Switzerland and France.

To create this curated selection, our senior education experts combined years of industry knowledge with in-depth online research. We carefully reviewed programme quality, educational focus, staff expertise, and facilities, while also analysing parent feedback and Google reviews to ensure each French summer camp we list meets the expectations of families from around the world.

This list is designed to support parents in making an informed decision by highlighting some of the most trusted and well-regarded summer camps in France, known for their creativity, outdoor adventures, and cultural experiences. Explore the options, compare what matters most to your family, and begin planning a summer adventure your child will remember long after 2026.

1. SILC Creative & Entrepreneurial Summer Camp

Cannes, South of France
A creative journey of self-discovery and self-expression defines the SILC Creative & Entrepreneurial Summer Camp, based in Cannes on the French Riviera. The camp is highly regarded by families worldwide and holds five-star Google reviews from parents, reflecting its strong educational quality and level of care.

Creativity and entrepreneurship are at the core of the programme, with students exploring media training, branding, storytelling, presentation skills, and website building through hands-on learning. Days are busy and sports-packed, making full use of the Riviera’s beaches, cities, and nearby islands through activities such as snorkelling, coastal sports, excursions, and canyoning.

Throughout the programme, students work on personal creative and entrepreneurial projects with guidance from experienced mentors. These projects become a valuable outcome of the summer, supporting portfolios, CVs, and future applications, while students enjoy an active, inspiring, and memorable experience in the south of France.

2. Sea & Island Adventure Camp

Corsica, South of France

This high-adventure summer camp along the coast of Corsica in the South of France is consistently rated five stars by parents on Google and offers students an active, exploration-led experience. Designed for those seeking challenge and discovery, the programme combines leadership learning with daily adventure in a stunning Mediterranean setting.

Students travel between new destinations almost every day aboard modern 45-foot yachts, using sailing as a way to explore rather than as a technical sailing course. Led by experienced captains and crew, the focus remains on action-packed activities on land, at sea, and in the mountains, including coasteering, kayaking, windsurfing, rock climbing, and horseback riding, while building leadership skills through real experiences and teamwork.

Creative summer Camp in Cannes, South of France

Sea & Island Summer Camp South of France

3. Megève International Language Camps

Megève, French Riviera
Megève ILC is a language camp focused on learning English and French located in Haute-Savoie, in the heart of the Alpine mountains. Megeve ILC offers several summer programs to students aged 7 to 17 from different countries. There are three different programmes to choose from: Fun (6-9 yrs), Adrenaline (10-13 yrs) and Mont-Blanc (14-17 yrs) which can be joined for 1 up to 5 weeks as a residential or day camp. Students participate in 15 hours of language classes per week, delivered by professional teachers in groups of maximum 8 students.

4. TASIS Les Tapies Summer Camp

The summer camp is located in Northern Provence in the south of France, in the  small, picturesque,  XVII century village of Le Tapi. The camp has a strong focus on creativity and fine arts and encourages the development of communication skills among its multicultural high-school campers. The main arts-focused programme is complemented with elective courses, sports, excursions and leisure time activities like hiking, swimming, games or barbecues. The programme runs for 3 weeks and is for students aged 13 to 18.

Children building a LEGO robotics kit and coding on a laptop in a STEM classroom

5. Active Travel Camp

Across France
The Active Travel Camp summer programme is a 3-week holiday for 11-16 year olds with activities in the mountains, rivers and the seas of France. Activities include glacier walking and mountain biking in the Alps, canoeing, canyoning and sailing in the Mediterranean. There are also curriculum catch-up classes and English language classes which come at an extra charge. There are maximum 50 participants per summer session.

6. Ecole des Roches Language Camp

Paris region, France
Located a little more than 100 km from Paris, the Roche School welcomes children and teenagers for summer and winter courses. It offers highly academic French language preparations from qualified, native teachers, who accompany children to extracurricular activities, excursions. Campers can choose between the Summer Holidays & French programme (7-18 years) or the French & Tennis one (12-18 years), both of which run for 2 or more weeks.

Children playing soccer on an outdoor school court, wearing green pinnies during PE class

7. Lines Valbonne Summer Camp

Valbonne, France
The Lines Valbonne summer camp organizes French summer camps with a fairly high intensity of classes of 32 lessons per week. Additionally, students can participate in sports such as swimming and tennis, on-campus events such as bowling, quizzes and competitions, joint film screenings or karaoke evening or go on trips to nearby cities. Lines Valbonne welcomes campers aged 10-15 and offers comfortable residences separate for boys and girls as well as around the clock security.

8. Centre International d’Antibes Summer Camps

Antibes, South of France
Centre International d’Antibes is a well-established language school organising summer camps in various locations, including Biarritz, Nice and Megeve. Each location offers slightly different programmes students can choose from depending on their age. Students can be accommodated on the campuses or at host families. The mornings are spent on French language classes, while the afternoons are dedicated to sports and the evening to games, shows and other events. Students also join on occasional excursions.

Group of teenagers smiling and waving on a coastal promenade in a sunny seaside town

9. Village Camps Ardèche

Ardèche, south of France
Village Camps summer camp is located in the department of Ardèche in the south of France, on the shore of the river of the same name, surrounded by green hills and clear mountain rivers. The camp is a stationary tent city offering children and teenagers comfortable, well-furnished  accommodation and a programme focused on outdoors and recreational activities, French language classes, sports and trips to the nearby highlights. On the campus students can play football, table tennis, volleyball, badminton and go swimming or kayaking.

10. VSF Summer Camps

The VSF Camps help students learn all about France, its culture and habits, cuisine and language. Operated fully in French, students need to have minimum of 2 years of French exposure prior to attending. They welcome students from as young as 6 years up to 17 years old. Additionally, VSF gives the opportunity to to students to choose whether they want to join their Beach, Mountain, or Countryside immersion programme.

 

Advantages of participating in a French summer camp

Participating in a summer camp in France offers children and juniors numerous advantages, including opportunities for personal growth and cultural exchange. Students develop independence and teamwork skills through engaging in various activities with peers from diverse backgrounds. The supportive environment fosters self-discovery, empowering them to build confidence and resilience. Lifelong friendships are forged, enriching the camp experience and extending beyond the summer months. Overall, summer camps provide a transformative journey that leaves a lasting impact on children’s lives.Summer camps offer students a break from the routine of everyday life, allowing them to immerse themselves in new experiences and challenges. Away from the distractions of technology and academic pressures, students have the opportunity to reconnect with nature, explore their interests, and unleash their creativity. This, in turn, fosters a sense of mindfulness and appreciation for the world around them, instilling a lifelong love for outdoor adventure, self growth, and exploration.

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