Easter weekend often marks the real start of the motorhome travel season. The days are getting longer, the temperatures are getting milder, and regions in France and Spain are hosting family events such as egg hunts, spring markets, and traditional festivals. It's the perfect opportunity to hit the road and discover a new destination.
Whether you're traveling as a couple, with friends, or with your grandchildren, these spring getaways promise delicious food and good company.
From Brittany to the Basque Country, via the Loire Valley and on to Spain with its famous Holy Week celebrations, here are a few ideas for Easter weekend trips in a motorhome to celebrate the arrival of spring while enjoying the comfort and services of the network's rest areas.
In spring, the Centre Val de Loire region becomes a real playground for families. Every year, the famous châteaux of the Loire Valley organize large-scale egg hunts in their historic gardens. It is an ideal destination for a motorhome trip, combining heritage, nature, and fun activities.
Around Chambord, Chenonceau, and Cheverny, children and grandchildren can take part in giant egg hunts in majestic parks. Visitors can also enjoy shows, medieval entertainment, and artisanal chocolate tastings.
When you stay at a CAMPING-CAR PARK site, you have the perfect base for exploring the Touraine region with your family.
Areas nearby:
👉 Lailly-en-Val RV park (Loiret) for an Easter egg hunt at Château-Parc in Meung sur Loire, 7km away.
👉 Chinon RV park (Indre-et-Loire) for an egg hunt at Rivau Castle in Lémeré, 5 km away.
To plan your road trip in the region, check out the Loire Valley Castles tour.
With your Access Card or Digital Pass, you can easily access the network's areas and services. These convenient solutions also allow you to enjoy discounts and special offers at local partner merchants, perfect for sampling local specialties during your stay.
Brittany is the perfect destination for an Easter weekend in a motorhome. With its charming villages, fishing ports, and coastal landscapes, the region offers a rejuvenating setting to celebrate the arrival of spring.
Many towns organize egg hunts and local spring markets that also showcase Breton specialties: crêpes, salted butter caramel, artisanal chocolates... Something to delight food lovers.
Areas to explore:
👉 Faouët RV park (Morbihan) for an egg hunt in Le Faouët.
👉 Pont l'Abbé RV park (Finistère) for an egg hunt in Pont l'Abbé.
👉 Saint-Jacut-de-la-Mer RV park (Côtes d'Armor) for an egg hunt in Saint-Briac 5 km away.
And to extend your stay in Brittany, discover the Destination Brittany tour.
During busy periods such as Easter weekends, we recommend planning your stop in advance with the PACK'PRIVILÈGES service. This service allows you to reserve your spot in advance and guarantees that you will find a place available upon arrival, regardless of how busy it is. This is a real convenience when traveling by motorhome, especially during spring break.
For lovers of fine food and heritage, the Dordogne is a wonderful springtime destination for motorhome travelers. The region celebrates Easter with numerous food markets, local fairs, and festive events.
In several villages in the Périgord region, egg hunts are organized in exceptional settings: castle gardens, medieval bastides, and nature parks.
Easter weekend is also an opportunity to sample regional specialties: foie gras, walnuts, Périgord strawberries, and artisanal chocolates.
Recommended areas:
👉 Sarlat-la-Caneda RV park, large site (Dordogne) for a goose egg hunt in Sarlat.
👉 Vézac RV park, castles in Périgord (Dordogne) for an egg hunt in the Marqueyssac Gardens.
In spring, Provence is an ideal destination for RV travelers looking for mild weather and colorful landscapes. The Easter markets there are particularly well known.
In the villages of the Luberon or around Aix-en-Provence, there are many events centered around chocolate and Provençal traditions, perfect for a spring getaway in a motorhome.
Areas nearby:
👉 Avignon School RV park (Vaucluse) for an Easter egg hunt in Villeneuve-lès-Avignon.
👉 Fontaine-de-Vaucluse RV park (Vaucluse) for an egg hunt at the Lavender Museum 8 km away.
The Basque Country is a dynamic region where traditional festivals punctuate local life. At Easter, several villages organize festive events, craft markets, and activities for families.
Walks along the coast between Biarritz, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, and Hendaye offer spectacular scenery.
Recommended areas:
👉 Biarritz RV park, Milady (Pyrénées Atlantiques) for an egg hunt in four parks and gardens in Biarritz.
👉 Seignosse RV park (Landes) for an egg hunt in Seignosse.
For those who want to extend their getaway, Spain is an exceptional destination for Easter. Semana Santa, which takes place from March 29 to April 5, 2026, is one of the country's most impressive traditions.
In cities such as León, Zamora, and Valladolid, the streets come alive with spectacular processions combining music, traditional costumes, and monumental religious statues.
Nearby area:
👉 Pobladura del Valle RV park (Zamora), 50 miles from Zamora and León and 75 miles from Valladolid.
This getaway to the Iberian Peninsula allows you to discover another culture while enjoying the comfort of the CAMPING-CAR PARK network, which currently operates in more than seven countries.
Long weekends such as Easter are very popular with motorhome travelers, and campgrounds can quickly fill up.
For peace of mind when traveling, the PACK'PRIVILÈGES is the ideal solution:
Easter weekend is the perfect excuse to hit the road in your motorhome. From egg hunts to spring markets and local traditions, each region offers a unique experience to celebrate the return of warmer weather.
Thanks to the CAMPING-CAR PARK network, you can easily find a site near the most beautiful destinations and seasonal events.
To plan your next weekend getaway, visit our website ormobile app.
📷Photo credit: ADT Touraine | Jean Christophe Coutand
