Image: Istra Premium Camping Resort near Porec
There is a glamping site called Arena one 99 which was brilliant and would be great for kids. I'm not a camper and I loved it." organicapricot
We loved it, we stayed in a camping home with its own jacuzzi and the site itself had so much to do, in a beautiful area." LittlePickleHead
How much does it cost to camp in Europe?
It really depends on how you camp. If you're taking camping gear with you and you're looking to sleep under canvas, pitch prices can start from around £20 per night for sites with limited amenities. However, if you're seeking a site with pre-erected tents or more of a chalet set up with access to pools, kids' clubs and entertainment, prices may start from £100 per night. Look out for seasonal discounts and book ahead to secure the best price if you can.
Where can you park a campervan overnight in Europe?
If you prefer to park your own campervan rather than use site accommodation, this is absolutely an option too at plenty of campsites in Europe. Several of the campsites in this roundup offer space for campervans.
If you wish to park your campervan elsewhere, you’re in luck, as much of Europe is geared up for campervans and motorhomes. Most European countries provide official places for you to stay overnight, and are generally referred to as camper stops. These can range from car parks in town centres, to remote locations and beachside spots.
How we chose our recommendations
Recommendations by real parents
We first consulted the Mumsnet forums. With over 8 million users per month, there are lots of suggestions by real parents who have been there, done that when travelling to European campsites with the family.
Expert guidance and traveller reviews
After we collated our campsite picks, we then turned to sites like Tripadvisor and Booking.com to check user reviews, taking into consideration both positive and negative points to bring you a well-rounded and honest guide.
Celebrated campsites
Finally, we cross-referenced all of the above information to find the best family campsites in Europe that had won awards and accolades. We feel there’s something here for everyone, to suit every budget.
Why should you trust us?
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About the author
Rachel Erdos is an Editor at Mumsnet where she commissions, edits and writes content with a focus on family travel.
She has written hotel reviews, features and destination guides for top publications including the Guardian, Four Seasons Magazine, Travelzoo, Visit Britain and Visit London and once spent a summer working as a chalet host in an Austrian mountain resort. She loves nothing more than researching and writing about fun things for families to do in destinations near and far, as well as trawling the Mumsnet holiday forum for inspiration for her next trip away with her husband and two kids.