France provides endless family activities in the ocean or in the dunes with views of vines plowed by horses or on the top of a cliff or mountain. Outdoor space for children of every age to run wild abounds pretty much across the hexagon and as French hoteliers hone their offers and facilities to ensure stays are ever more eco-friendly, there has never been a more environmentally-friendly - nor breathlessly exciting - selection of family-friendly places to stay. Chateau Chalet, hotel particular (historic mansion) and a recycled oil mill, or Belle Epoque beach villas all budgets are accepted at home with a typical French design. Each of the hotels that are on this list have been vetted through one of our experienced hotel insiders. They usually are invited to stay in hotels for free or at a discounted price. Hotel inspectors stay for a minimum of one night, and they sample the food at least once and also try other amenities (in this case family-friendly facilities) available on offer a...