- For a successful family holidays in France, choosing the right destination is essential.
- Families favor the countryside and the mountain, far from the bustle of the city.
- Framework, comfort, activities … Several departments, particularly suitable for the needs of parents and their children, stand out.
If the holidays are a privileged moment, going with family requires a minimum of organization. Starting with the choice of the ideal destination and accommodation adapted to the needs of adults and young. Airbnb, housing rental platform between individuals, shared a recent study which reveals the favorite destinations of families in France. City, countryside or mountain? Discover the most popular departments to enjoy it in all serenity.
Privileged rural areas
For some, the holidays rhyme with sun and idleness, for others with adventure and discovery. According to the recent Airbnb data, the family holidays, on the other hand, give pride of place to the calm of the campaign. Indeed, the platform observed an increase of more than 250% of reservations made by families in rural areas between 2019 and 2024.
A trend that is explained by the fact that, according to a study published by the Varian cabinet, one in two parent more and more difficult to organize a stay with his children in big cities. A vacation too expensive for 62 % of parents who also find it difficult to find accommodation adapted to their children in urban areas (41 %). They also deplore a lack of activities for the little ones (34%). Among the other reasons mentioned to justify their disenchantment of stays in town, we find the fear of disturbing other travelers, especially in hotels (for 31 % of parents).
The 10 departments acclaimed by families
At the game of vacation destinations most suited to families, several departments are doing well. According to the classification established by Airbnb, it is Loir-et-Cher which meets all the criteria to offer families a dream stay. The department, located in the heart of the Loire Valley, seduced by its large natural spaces, its majestic castles and its numerous dwellings adapted to the tribes. Follow the Hautes-Pyrénées and the Dordogne. The Jura occupies fourth place, ahead of Haut-Rhin and Haute-Savoie. As for the Hautes-Alpes and the Gironde, they are respectively in the seventh and eighth place. Calvados closes the top 10, behind the Côtes-d’Armor.
A classification that gives pride of place to the countryside and the mountains. Proof that, far from the tumult of the city, families are looking for authenticity and a certain sweetness of life for their stay.
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What about housing adapted to families?
What makes these destinations particularly “Family Friendly”? They meet the expectations of parents and children by offering housing adapted to their needs, whether in terms of comfort or safety. Who says accommodation “adapted to families” says a large enough habitat, with at least two bedrooms and an outdoor space. The accommodation must also have several equipment for the little ones, including a high chair, a cradle, a children’s safety barrier, toys and board games.
Family house, warm duplex in the mountains or hut in the middle of nature? To be sure that a accommodation meets the criteria, Airbnb advises consulting the comments of the announcements by looking for different keywords such as “family”, “children” or even “baby bed”, but also to favor “superhôtes” recognized for their great hospitality.