Strategies for Discovering Ideal Campsites:
Hitting the Road in Your Campervan or Motorhome? Here's the Lowdown on Where to Park!
When you're all packed and ready for a grand adventure in your campervan or motorhome, the world is your oyster! But before you hit the road, make sure you've considered where you'll be sleeping for the night.
Campground or Wild Camping? Choose Wisely!
Decide early on whether you prefer a conventional campground with all the comforts (showers, electricity, and bustling surroundings) or embracing nature with none (no electricity, showers, or toilet facilities). Being self-sufficient is the way to go when choosing the latter.
Paper or App? Which Suits Your Style?
App
App
Preis
It's time to embrace technology and download a handy camping app! Fancy something tangible? Campground guides might be your jam. But if you're all about practicality, apps are the way to go.
Angebote
Physical Guides
A plethora of campground guides awaits, such as the "ACSI Camping Guide", the "ADAC Stellplatzführer Germany/Europe", or "Landvergnügen Germany: The Other Stellplatzführer Season 2020".
park4night
Apps
kostenlos
(Upgrade 10€ im Jahr für z.B. eine Filterfunktion)
One app stands out of the crowd—park4night. It provides traditional campgrounds and wild camping spots, marked by fellow adventurers.
- Kostenloser Womo-Stellplatz - Kostenpflichtiger Womo-Stellplatz - Privater Womo-Stellplatz - Picknickplatz - Rastplatz - Ver- und Entsorgung ohne Parkmöglichkeit - Campingplatz - Zusätzliche Dienstleistungen - Empfang unter Privatpersonen - Auf dem Bauernhof (Bauernhof, Winzer etc.) - Off road (4×4) - Parkplatz Tag u.Nacht - Tagesparkplatz - Umgeben von Natur - Gas Auffüllstationen - Waschsalons
park4night-Free with an annual upgrade option for premium features (filter function)-Finds private places with community reviews for a personal touch-Access to facilities like laundromats, gas stations, picnic areas, and more-Offers free, paid, private, and wild camping, as well as overnight and day parking options
Alternatives
ACSI Camping
Get creative! Explore Google Maps' satellite view to scout out potential free camping spots, or simply wander and discover! Also, if you enter your location on ACSI Camping, you can find essential amenities nearby.
ab 0,99€
(App + Länderpakete)
Overview of the Options:
- Campingplätze - Stellplätze
App
-practicality and flexibility
ADAC Camping
Paper Guides
8,99€
-traditional research methods
- Umfassende Platzbeschreibungen - Vielfältige Suchfunktionen - Favoritenfunktionen und Navigationsanbindung - Bis auf Kartenansicht komplett offline nutzbar - Integrierte digitale Rabattkarte ADAC Campcard
Google Maps
-hybrid approach, combining convenience with exploration
- Campingplätze - Stellplätze - Parkplätze - Rastplätze - Freistehplätze (über die Satellitenansicht suchen) - Supermärkte - Märkte - Essen - Waschsalons
Avoid Sleeping on Rest Areas!
Google Maps
While you may be eager for a quick snooze upon arrival, steer clear of resting at rest areas, especially in France, as organized gangs infamously target campers and motorhomes for theft. Instead, opt for a guarded parking spot in busy cities like Barcelona.
kostenlos
Now, pack your bags, buckle up, and embark on an exciting journey of discovery! Enjoy the adventure, and may your favorite camping spot be the one that truly captivates you.
Happy travels from your BOXIO team!
For a more in-depth look at which app is right for you:
- park4night: Offers user-generated campgrounds and wild camping spots, with interactive maps, facilities information, and reviews. However, its user-generated content may be outdated or inaccurate, and it lacks booking options.
- ACSI Camping: Provides official campground listings, extensive filtering options, discounts, and offline access. Its focus on European campgrounds, and the requirement for a paid app or subscription make it less ideal for non-European travelers or those seeking wild camping options.
- ADAC Camping: Features verified listings, member benefits, reviews and photos, route planning, and travel guides. While it's reliable and offers excellent route planning in Europe, it may not be suitable for those who prefer free or wild camping spots.
Choose wisely, and may your travels bring you joy, unforgettable memories, and adventure!
When planning for your outdoor-living journey in your campervan or motorhome, consider whether you prefer a home-and-garden feel with all amenities at traditional campgrounds, or a lifestyle immersed in nature with wild camping. For a tech-friendly approach, download park4night, an app that offers user-generated reviews and maps for both traditional campgrounds and wild camping spots, providing a practical solution for your adventure. Alternatively, explore Google Maps' satellite view for potential free camping spots or enter your location on ACSI Camping to find essential amenities nearby, combining research methods for a hybrid approach to your home-and-garden style of travel.
