Picardy, part of the Hauts de France region in the north of France, has lots of hidden gems to reveal. Its capital, Amiens, is a bustling university town, famous for its Gothic cathedral and floating gardens. The city also houses the former home of Jules Vernes, the renowned adventure writer, now converted into an interesting museum.
Picardy hides some medieval castles, the most famous of which, the Château de Pierrefonds, is definitely worth a visit. You can also go to Chantilly and visit the castle of François I, one of the most famous kings in French history.
Families looking for thrills, with a bit of French literary culture thrown in, should plan a day at Park Asterix - a Disney-style attraction park themed on the famous Gallic cartoon characters Asterix, Obelix and friends.
But opportunities to spend time in nature abound in Picardy too. In the Bay of Somme, for example, a UNESCO World Heritage site, you can spend a day engulfed in quiet and calm observing a wide array of species of birds within beautiful landscapes. Look up the bird species in advance and mark them off as you see them, to make it a fun, educational day for kids.
Book your campsite in Picardy now, for a different sort of holiday, far from the most touristy parts of France.
