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Winter Camping - A Holiday in the Cold

Winter camping, Tyrol, Snowy campsite in front of mountain panorama
Caravan Park Sexten, South Tyrol

Camping is way too nice for "only in summer", isn't it? Waking up in the morning with a view of a snow-covered campsite, drinking a hot cup of coffee in the camper, catching up on personal records on the ski slope or starting a snow hike through the mountains: Winter camping can be so wonderful.

From valuable tips on trip preparation and the best accessories to the most beautiful and popular places: You'll find everything you need to know about winter camping here.

Popular Campsites in Winter

Winter Camping in Germany

Germany has a lot to offer - also when it comes to winter camping at its campsites. Beach walks in the onion look at the Baltic Sea or North Sea, skiing in the Bavarian Alps or in the Allgäu or even beautiful, cozy winter days in nature when camping at an icy lake: The diverse German landscapes make winter camping a varied experience.

The facilities of the campsites are also adapted to icy temperatures. Here, the whole family can have fun in the indoor pool or you can spend a relaxing day with your partner in the campsite's sauna.

Discover over 850 campsites in Germany that offer winter camping

Top 5 Winter Camping Sites in Germany

Winter Camping in Austria

When there is a thick blanket of snow on the peaks of the Austrian Alps and the whole area turns into a gorgeous winter wonderland, it is the best time to travel to Austria for camping.

Here, from the campsites, you can indulge in numerous fun winter sports such as snowshoeing, ice skating and skiing, while enjoying the vast views from the mountain peaks. Apart from that, the campsites are also perfect for wellness camping in winter: The campsite's own thermal baths and saunas invite you to a relaxing time out while camping.

Discover 140 campsites in Austria that offer winter camping

Top 5 Winter Campsites in Austria

Winter camping in Switzerland

Camping at freezing temperatures with a great alpine panorama? That's winter camping in Switzerland. Many campsites spoil their visitors in winter with very good connections to ski slopes, cross-country skiing trails and the longest sledding run in Europe, so camping with kids in winter becomes a great snow experience!

Wellness- and 5-star camping also don't get neglected here in winter, as many very well rated campsites have indoor pools, thermal baths and saunas that invite campers to relax. After all, who wouldn't want to warm up in the sauna in frosty temperatures while enjoying a wonderful view of the surrounding nature?

Discover over 110 campsites in Switzerland that offer winter camping

Top 5 Winter Campsites in Switzerland

Winter Camping in Italy

Escape from the cold winter? That's possible with winter camping in Italy. While it's freezing cold in Germany, an average of 10 to 15 degrees Celsius awaits you in Italy during the winter months. Many campsites are perfect for wellness camping, because they are only a stone's throw from the sea and have a pool or a thermal bath on the premises, so bathing is fun even in the colder months.

But white winter dreams also come true in Italy. In the north, the mountains of South Tyrol invite you to snowy winter fun. Many campsites provide the perfect base for romantic snow hikes or exciting toboggan rides and ski slopes. After an eventful day, campers can relax their tired muscles in the campsite's own sauna. Whether swimming in the sea or white expanses in the mountains, winter camping in Italy could hardly be more diverse.

Discover now over 220 campsites in Italy that offer winter camping.

Top 5 Winter Camping Sites in Italy

Winter Camping in France

Get inspired by the versatile Winter Camping in France. While in the south the mild Mediterranean climate provides pleasant temperatures, the north attracts with continental climate and plenty of snow in the Vosges and Ardennes, the west promises high precipitation and mild temperatures. Here, every camper will find the right campsite for winter camping!

Skiing in the Alps or rather horseback riding at the Côte d'Azur? At winter camping in France all preferences are served. Whether wellness camping and glamping or nature camping - whether camping by the sea or in the mountains. The possibilities for winter camping in France are almost endless.

Discover now over 380 campsites in France that offer winter camping.

Top 5 Winter Camping Sites in France

Winter Camping throughout Europe

Winter camping in Austria, Switzerland and Germany is often associated by campers with the annual ski vacation and serves as an ideal alternative to staying in a hotel. But even far from the popular ski regions, a winter camping vacation has many facets. From wellness camping in southern or northern Europe to a relaxing break in a caravan on the Baltic and North Sea coasts: those who want to take their caravan or motorhome out again beyond the summer will find what they are looking for at well-equipped campsites throughout Europe.

Whether in the north or south, in the east or west of Europe: In our campsite search the filter function "winter camping" in the category "General" in the menu on the left helps you find the perfect campsite for winter. In total, more than 3,300 campsites offering winter camping are waiting to be discovered by you.

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About Winter Camping

Which campsites are open in winter?

Not all campsites are open in winter or suitable for winter camping.

On camping.info you can set the filter "Winter Camping" and so you can choose where you want to go in winter with your camper or caravan - regardless of whether you are winter camping all over Europe, in Germany or especially in Austria - there is no other portal with such a large selection of camp sites on winter as camping.info.

Additionally, you have the possibility to filter e.g. by wellness or number of stars. Finally, the individual reviews from other campers give you the most authentic impression of the campsite.

What do I have to consider when camping in winter?

First, you should check which campsites are open in winter. An overview of the campsites for winter camping can be found directly in our campsite search.

Especially winter camping heavily depends on the right planning, preparation and equipment. Plan your winter camping vacation now

Where is winter camping the most beautiful?

**Skiing, sledding, sauna, snow hikes and good food - all this and much more makes winter camping so desirable.

Whether in Austria, Italy, France, Switzerland or Germany - camping.info shows you the most beautiful and popular winter camping.

What equipment is necessary for winter camping?

Winter camping does not only differe from camping within the "peak season in summer" regarding the cold temperatures. There are also some things to consider when it comes to equipment when winter camping.

From antifreeze to snow chains to thermal curtains in your RV, there's a lot you should consider when thinking about winter camping accessories