Capfun campsites belong to a chain that, according to the operator, sees itself as a French family business and was founded in 1992. The sites are located in France and other European countries, and are often laid out as holiday resorts with rental accommodation.
This page describes objectively what makes the brand what it is, which accommodation and rules are typical, and what to look for when comparing. The information on the chain comes mostly from the operator itself and is labelled accordingly.
Concept and focus
According to the operator, Capfun runs around 260 campsites and holiday parks in five countries: the Netherlands, France, Belgium, Spain and Italy. The brand cites originality, innovation, quality and sociability as its values. The focus is on family holidays, and many sites have water parks with slides and play areas.
The ADAC camping guide PiNCAMP describes the chain in similar terms: the emphasis is on a relaxed family holiday, but couples, solo travellers and groups of friends are welcome too. The largest selection is in France. Site size varies; according to PiNCAMP, some sites have several hundred rental units.
The operator's website also has a dedicated section for ski holidays.
Accommodation types
Besides pitches for tents and caravans, the chain lists several types of rental accommodation:
mobile homes in standard and premium versions
houses and villas
larger units for 8 to 12 people (the “Tribu” range)
accommodation with a private spa (“Bubble”)
accommodation for people with reduced mobility (“Life”)
accommodation with a children's play room (“Bizouquet Kids”)
The brand also highlights special themes, such as treehouses, sites with five-star facilities, dog-friendly sites and sites with charging points for electric vehicles. What is available varies from one site to another.
Facilities and rules according to the operator
According to the FAQ on the website, mobile homes come with basic equipment for the maximum number of guests. As a rule there is no kettle, toaster or oven. Bed linen and towels are not included; you can rent them or bring your own. Toiletries are not provided.
Accommodation must be handed back clean; according to the operator, a deposit is charged for the accommodation and for the final cleaning. The final clean can be booked in advance. Check-in for accommodation is between 4 and 7 pm, and check-out is at 10 am (Belgium, Germany, Netherlands) or 11 am (Italy, France, Spain), depending on the country.
On payment, the operator states a 25 per cent deposit, with the balance due 30 days before arrival. According to the operator, no refunds are possible on cancellation without cancellation insurance.
Pets and families
According to the operator, pets are not allowed everywhere. Where they are permitted, they must be kept on a lead, and they are not allowed in water parks, sanitary blocks or catering areas. A maximum of two animals per accommodation unit is allowed, and some dog breeds are restricted depending on the country.
For families, the water parks, children's activities and accommodation with a play room are the chain's key features. If you are looking for peace and quiet, check how large the site is and what entertainment is on offer.
What to look for when comparing
Even within one chain, sites differ considerably. These points help:
Rental accommodation or pitch: the facilities and what you need to bring
Location: sea, mountains, lake or inland, plus the country and its arrival and departure times
Size and type of the water park, and children's activities
Season and opening times of the individual site
Pet rules and extra costs such as deposit, final cleaning or booking fee
Cancellation and payment terms, and possible cancellation insurance
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Capfun is a camping chain that, according to the operator, sees itself as a French family business and was founded in 1992. By its own account it runs around 260 campsites and holiday parks, mostly with rental accommodation and water parks.
In which countries are there Capfun campsites?
According to the website, in five countries: the Netherlands, France, Belgium, Spain and Italy. The ADAC camping guide PiNCAMP lists the largest selection in France.
What accommodation does Capfun offer?
Besides pitches for tents and caravans, there are mobile homes in standard and premium versions, houses, villas and special variants, for example for 8 to 12 people, with a private spa, with accessible features or with a play room.
What is included in a Capfun mobile home?
According to the operator, basic equipment for the maximum number of guests. A kettle, toaster and oven are usually missing. Bed linen and towels are not included, but can be rented or brought along.
Are pets allowed?
Not everywhere. Where they are allowed, the operator says they must be kept on a lead, with a maximum of two animals per accommodation unit, and some breeds are restricted depending on the country. Animals are not allowed in water parks and sanitary areas.
