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Top 10 and more... campsites next to lake or river

Campsites on the waterfront

Top 10 and more... campsites next to lake or river

This Top 10 list contains our most popular campsites next to a lake or river.
The list is updated every month.

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campsite Cisano/San Vito in region Lake Garda,

Cisano/San Vito

7.2

XL

Large and lively with excellent facilities

Direct and private access to beach Lake Garda

Entertainment programme for kids and adults

Water park with 2 pools, whirlpool, paddling pool

Within walking distance of Bardolino and Lazise

Cisano camp site is located directly on Lake Garda in Italy. Camping Cisano San Vito is a relaxed and quiet campsite located close to the beautiful lakeside towns of Bardolino and Lazise. This large and lively campsite is situated directly on the beautiful Riviera Degli Olivi. The park consists of two separate campsite...

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campsite Manor Farm in region Bernese Alps,

Manor Farm

8.1

L

Stunning lakeside setting with mountain backdrop

Ideal for exploring the region

Great for walking and cycling enthusiasts

Beautiful parc on the edge of Lake Thun

Visit Interlaken

Camping Manor Farm is a long time favourite. Manor Farm is an ideal base for touring the gorgeous Swiss Alps, with fantastic scenery all around and plenty for the family to do within the parc itself. Awarded the highest Swiss rating, this south-facing campsite is surrounded by mountains with views towards the Eiger. In...

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campsite La Rive in region Aquitaine / Les Landes,

La Rive

7.8

L

Campsite with many comforts

200 metres from Lake Vazaux Sanguinet

Covered heated pool, an outdoor pool and a spa

Highseason entertainment team

A 2,500 m² water park with wave machine

A 250m² fitness centre just for your well-being

Tennis, beach-volleyball, basketball, skateboard park

Windsurfing, catamaran and wakeboarding on the lake

Barely 200 metres from Lake Vazaux Sanguinet, Camping Airotel La Rive is a perfect spot to spend a camping holiday in France. Situated in the Landes region, Airotel La Rive is a five-star campsite with many comforts and luxurious facilities. Ideally located on the edge of the Bis...

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campsite Parc de Fierbois in region Centre-Val de Loire,

Parc de Fierbois

7.4

M

Skate parc for kids

Hire bikes

Medieval town of Tours

Take châteaux tour

Camping Parc de Fierbois is a château campsite in the finest tradition, set amidst 250 acres of parkland, surrounding a lake with a sandy beach. Located 30 km south of Tours it is the ideal starting point to discover Chenonceau, Villandry, Amboise, Futuroscope, Zoo Parc de Beauva and the Touraine wine routes.The facilities and large emplacements of this ‘Cas...

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campsite Bella Italia in region Lake Garda,

Bella Italia

7.8

XL

Lively site with loads of activities for all ages

Direct access to lakeside beach

Perfect location for camping in Lake Garda

5 swimming pools with water slides, whirlpools, sun loungers

Children s club(from age 4 onwards), circus school and shows

Tennis, archery, fitness classes, beach volleyball

Live concerts, live shows, cabarets, themed evenings

Off-site excursions: the Bardolino wine route, Verona

Campeggio Bella Italia is located right on Lake Garda by the popular Peschiera del Garda on the lake's southern shores. The location alone is a guarantee of a successful holiday! This top quality campsite has the luxury of its own beach exclusively for campsite guests. The campsi...

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campsite Beekse Bergen in region North Brabant,

Beekse Bergen

7.9

XL

Lakeside beach, fishing, dip

Enjoy free entry to a great safari park

Hire bikes to explore the local area

Activities for all ages

A quite unique destination, with a fun park, safari park, nature trails and lakeside beach, to create holidays with real adventure. With great facilities and activities, this stunning parc has its own fun park and safari park. Enjoy a visit to the Safari Park, Den Bos swimming complex and Dierenrijk Children’s Zoo. You can also enjoy a host of on-parc activi...

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campsite La Côte d'Argent in region Aquitaine / Les Landes,

La Côte d'Argent

8.4

L

400m from a lovely, broad sandy beach

Terraced campsite

Variety of watersports

Plenty of entertainment

Camping Airotel la Côte d’Argent is a campsite in Hourtin-Plage in Aquitaine, France. This campsite and holiday park is located in a wonderfully varied setting, within a beautiful pine forest and 400m from a lovely, broad sandy beach. There is a freshwater lake just 4 km away.If you like spending time in the great outdoors, Camping La Cote d’Argent offers y...

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campsite Soleil Plage in region Dordogne,

Soleil Plage

8.0

S

Great base for exploring the Dordogne

Hop in a canoe on-parc

Beautiful pool complex

The medieval town of Sarlat nearby

Lying on the banks of the gently flowing Dordogne, Soleil Plage enjoys a superb setting that is perfect for a family holiday. It has two small beaches, both situated on one of the loveliest stretches of the river, which are favourite spots for both swimming and canoeing. The parc itself offers you an excellent heated pool complex, with waterslides for the ch...

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campsite Jungfrau in region Bernese Alps,

Jungfrau

8.6

M

Cable car nearby

Surrounded by waterfalls

Hiking trip- explore the snow-capped mountains

Valley of lush greenery and 72 waterfalls

Campsite Jungfrau where you will enjoy the local scenery with waterfalls and snow capped mountains of the Berner Oberland. One of Europe’s most beautifully situated parcs, close to the famous Jungfrau mountain, the perfect base for a truly memorable holiday in the mountains.A great parc with lots of hiking routes and cable cars nearbyCamping Jungfrau has a q...

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campsite Le Pin Parasol in region Pays de la Loire / Vendée,

Le Pin Parasol

8.2

M

Parc direct access to Lac de Jaunay

About 12 km from the lovely beaches of the Vendée

A number of swimming pools

Indoor swimming pool and a hamam.jacuzzi

Hire a bike and explore the local area

Entertainment programme

In a beautiful peaceful setting surrounded by greenery you’ll find camping Le Pin Parasol right next to lake ‘’Lac du Jaunay’’. On this Lake you can either enjoy a canoe trip or hire a pedal boat, and for the fish fanatics there is a good chance to catch a carp!When relaxing on one of the loungers at the heated swimmin...

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campsite Orbitur Vagueira in region Central Portugal,

Orbitur Vagueira

8.4

M

Close to the beach

Beach ideal for surfing

55 miles from Porto

Outdoor and kids’ pool

The Portuguese campsite Orbitur Vagueira is surrounded by pine trees and offers a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. The campsite is located just 500 m from Lake Costa Nova, 1.5 km from the beaches at Vagueira, and 8 km from the larger town of Vagos. The nearest beaches are those of Vagueira y Areão, 1.5 kilometers away, with beautiful nature where you have t...

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campsite Les Cabanes de Rouffignac in region Dordogne,

Les Cabanes de Rouffignac

XS

In this small-scale holiday paradise you can enjoy peace, space and beautiful nature. Direct from the terrain you can walk or cycle into the surrounding area.The characteristic village of Rouffignac Saint Cernin de Reilhac with a real French bakery, butcher and the market on Sunday morning.It is located in a beautiful part of the Dordogne, sloping, very green and many attractions and lively towns such as Sarlat and Montignac (Lascaux 4)...

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campsite Domaine des Ormes in region Brittany (Bretagne),

Domaine des Ormes

8.5

L

Very lively site

Plenty to do for all ages

Fantastic pool complex, including indoor pool and slides

Riding school on site

18-hole golf course

Overlooked by the Château and set amidst 400 acres of wooded parkland, des Ormes is clearly no ordinary parc. Domaine des Ormesis a 5-star campsite that offers absolutely marvellous facilities that will guarantee you a great holiday in France! Set in woodlands, lakes and fields you will find on extensive stately ground...

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campsite Kinzigtal in region Baden-Württemberg/Black Forest,

Kinzigtal

7.9

S

Small, relaxed site with a friendly atmosphere

15 minute walk to picturesque Steinach

Good base for touring the Black Forest region

Swimming pool complex adjacent to park

Takeaway and restaurant

Games room

Fishing

Tennis and volleyball

Campingplatz Kinzigtal is located in the Black Forest near the town of Steinach, on a small river. This German four-star campsite is small-scale and well cared for. Children are very welcome at the campsite. There are various facilities, plenty of space and a nice cozy atmosphere...

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campsite Altomincio Village in region Lake Garda,

Altomincio Village

8.1

L

Lagoon style paddling area

Outdoor swimming pool

Toddler disco and family music evenings all season

Sports tournaments

Ideal for children - designed with them in mind

Excellent family-orientated entertainment

Top Campsite family Park Altomincio is true children’s paradise and set only 5km from Lake Garda! Family Park Altomincio is set in a rural area on the river Mincio, 5km away from beautiful Lake Garda. Aqua Park Altomincio was completely renovated in 2009 and now made in to a campsite with a fantastic swimming paradise...

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