Scenic campsites in Europe - 14 favourites

Looking for scenic campsites in Europe? We've camped in many European countries with our motorhome, and some campsites are more memorable than others. Here are 14 campsites in Europe that we particularly liked for their natural beauty.

Campsites in Europe

There are lots of campsites in Europe, of all types and models. Some are large and luxurious while others are small and familiar. Some are scenic and others are in a good location for visiting a big city. There are campsites that are very expensive and there are campsites that only cost a small amount. In other words, there are campsites to suit most tastes.

Camping or caravanning?

Many people travelling with a motorhome prefer caravan parks, which are simpler and usually cheaper places where you can stay with your motorhome overnight. The advantage of a site can be that you don't have to pay for services you don't need (such as a ball pit) and the sites are often close to towns and attractions.

Personally, we don't prefer one or the other, but find that campsites and pitches complement each other well. Pitches are perfect when we want to visit a city or don't need much service, and campsites are great when we want to run a washing machine... or when we want to enjoy beautiful nature. After all, there are many wonderfully scenic campsites in Europe! Here are 14 favourites.

1. Albania - Lake Shkodra Resort

• Description: A well-maintained and green campsite with a beautiful location right on the shores of Lake Shkoder. The high mountains rise in the background, a fantastic setting!
• Find here: On Lake Shkoder in northern Albania. Rruga E Liqenit, Omaraj, Vrake, Shkoder.
• Read more: Lake Shkodra Resort - camping at Lake Shkodra

2. France - Campsite l'Aigle at Aiguines

• Description: A beautiful campsite situated at high altitude, overlooking the Lac de Sainte Croix lake. Getting down requires a long walk, but that's the price to pay for the breathtaking views. Also nearby is the fantastic Gorges du Verdon - Europe's Grand Canyon.
• Find here: Saint-Pierre neighbourhood, Aiguines.
• Read more: Camping l'Aigle at Aiguines in France

3. Ireland - Nagles camping and Caravan park in Doolin

• Description: A green and beautiful campsite located near the dramatic Cliffs of Moher. We were equally fascinated by walking along the coastline adjacent to the campsite, where the cliffs were improbably shaped and looked like they had been cut with a knife.
• Find here: Located in Doolin, by the sea.
• Read more: Dramatic Cliffs of Moher - on the west coast of Ireland

4. Italy - Eden Park on Lake Trasimeno in Umbria

• Description: A very simple campsite, but sometimes the simple can be the best. Here you park under the pine trees, right by the lake. You shouldn't expect any luxury, but there is a relaxed little restaurant.
• Find here: Located on the eastern side of Lake Trasimeno. Viale Del Lavoro,18/A, fraz. Torricella
• Read more: Umbria in Italy - among olive groves in Italy's green heart

5. corsica Cupabia Beach

• Description: This is perhaps the most memorable of all the campsites in Europe. Here we spent a week swimming in the crystal clear water. The campsite is very simple but offers fantastic nature.
• Find here: On the west coast of Corsica, in the bay between Capu Neru and Punta di Porto Pollo.
• Read more: Paradise Beach in Corsica - Plage de Cupabia

6. Croatia - Camping Marina in Labin, Istria

• Description: Camping Marina has a magical view of the sea off the Istrian coast, and even has an infinity pool!
• Find here: Located on the coast, just south of Labin. Sveta Marina bb, Labin.
• Read more: Camping Marina in Labin - camping in Istria

7. Montenegro - Camping Naluka in Morinj, Gulf of Kotor

• Description: A personal and green little campsite surrounded by high mountains. Right next to our motorhome is a babbling river, and a few metres away is the beautiful beach of the Bay of Kotor.
• Find here: Located in Morinj, along the Bay of Kotor.
• Read more: Camping in the Bay of Kotor

8 - Poland - Campsite U Kraka in Naleczow, Lublin

• Description: A small family campsite in the Polish countryside, standing next to a small pasture with curious horses and goats. Very modern and natural at the same time.
• Find here: Bochotnica Kolonia 32a, 24-150 Nałęczów.
• Read more: Kozlowka Palace in Poland - and a homely campsite

9. Sardinia - Area Camper Attrezzata s'abba Druche

• Description: A simple natural campsite where you park your motorhome right next to the sea. There are no straight lines here, but there is green vegetation and crystal clear sea.
• Find here: Located just north of Bosa. Strada Provinciale 49.
• Read more: Sardinia's favourite spot - camping on the west coast

10. Switzerland - Familiencampingplats Aaregg in Brienz, Interlaken

• Description: A well-maintained and green campsite in a beautiful location on Lake Brienz, with the high mountains as a backdrop. The best thing about campsites in Europe is that they are often closest to the water, while hotels have to settle for being just behind.
• Find here: Seestrasse 22, 855 Brienz.
• Read more: Hang-gliding in Interlaken, Switzerland and boat trip on Lake Brienz

11. Spain - Gran Camping in Zarautz

• Description: The campsite in Zarautz is located on a mountain, with magical views of the beach and town below. Walking down and up the mountain provides much-needed exercise, but what's not to like about waking up to this view?
• Find here: Calle Monte Talai Tendi, Zarutz.
• Read more: Zarautz in Spain - Gran camping with a panoramic view

12. the Czech Republic - Camp Mezni Louka, Bohemian Switzerland

• Description: A very simple campsite that reminds you of the campfire life of your youth. Around it, Bohemian Switzerland spreads out with green forests, hiking trails and charming world houses with intricate wooden decoration.
• Find here: Mezni louka 84, Pravcicka Brana, Bohemian Switzerland.
• Read more: Pravcicka Brana - the largest sandstone arch in Europe

13. Germany - Moselcampingplatz Rissbach in Traben-Trarbach

• Description: The Moselle Valley offers lovely green surroundings, easy drinking of white Moselle wine and long boat trips on the winding river. There are probably many nice campsites here, and we found one just outside Traben-Trarbach.
• Find here: Rissbacher Strasse 155, 56841 Rissbach.
• Read more: Camping and Moselle wines in Traben-Trarbach

14. Austria - Camping Kranebitten in Innsbruck

• Description: A well-run campsite with a dramatically beautiful location on a hillside. Behind you are the blue mountains, and if you want, you can look out over all this beauty from the campsite's outdoor terrace.
• Find here: Kranebitter Allee 214, 6020 Innsbruck/Kranebitten.
• Read more: Innsbruck again - back at camping Kranebitten

What are your favourite campsites in Europe?

What type of campsites in Europe do you prefer? Do you always choose to pitch or camp, or do you follow our lead and vary? Would you like to recommend a particularly scenic campsite that you like?