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Europeans love camping and caravanning. No matter which country you’re exploring, there are campsites to cater for all tastes and budgets – from wild wilderness to glamping in style. If you’re searching for holiday inspiration (from the best campsites to little-known locations and experiences off the beaten-track), here’s everything you need for your next European adventure.

UNESCO: Germany

Ben Tully | 15 Nov 2021 | Read time: 6m 13s

With its wealth of scenic and cultural interests, Germany is a land of contrasts. From the flatlands of the north to the mountains in the south, with forests in the east and west, regional characteristics are a strong feature of German life and present a rich variety of folklore and customs.
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Neuschwanstein Schloss, Germany

UNESCO: Central & Eastern Europe

Ben Tully | 8 Nov 2021 | Read time: 22m 16s

We will be covering over 450 of Europe's UNESCO sites over four blogs; sorted into northern, southern, western and central/eastern Europe starting with the northern states. We hope to inspire more people to visit more UNESCO sites when travelling.
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Bosnia

Film inspired Swiss holiday locations

The Alan Rogers Team | 4 Nov 2021 | Read time: 5m 25s

Take the family on a tour throughout Switzerland inspired by some great films, and remember to plan for everything, including a visa if needed.
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North face of the Eiger Glacier

UNESCO: Southern Europe

Ben Tully | 1 Nov 2021 | Read time: 16m 43s

Europe is home to over 450 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and Southern Europe alone has over 130. We'll be journeying through Greece, Vatican City, Italy, Portugal, Spain and Malta this week, so hold on tight!
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Rome, Italy

UNESCO: Northern Europe

Ben Tully | 11 Oct 2021 | Read time: 13m 12s

We will be covering over 450 of Europe's UNESCO sites over four blogs; sorted into northern, southern, western and central and eastern Europe starting with the northern states. We hope to inspire more people to visit more UNESCO sites when travelling.
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Bergen, Norway

Planning a fishing holiday

Peter Stannett | 28 Apr 2021 | Read time: 10m 29s

There is little quite as relaxing as settling down for the day in beautiful countryside, by a lake, a river, or sea. Fishing is one of those hobbies that allow you to fully relax and live in the moment as you appreciate the natural world around you whilst enjoying the day's activity.
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Fishing equipment

Curious Camping Part 3 - Nifty Netherlands

Peter Stannett | 3 Feb 2021 | Read time: 7m 18s

If you want to visit the home of camping, then Holland is the place to go! The Dutch love camping and are experts at it. This country boasts some of the best campsites and camping facilities that Europe has to offer.
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Giethoorn

Choosing the right site

Rob Fearn | 31 Oct 2019 | Read time: 5m 7s

Here, we’re going to look at the factors you should be considering when making your choice, as well as some...
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rural campsite

8 Campsites Near Vineyards

Russell Wheldon | 24 Jun 2019 | Read time: 6m 6s

Tasting the wine from the local vineyard provides an extra dimension to your enjoyment of the locality, an extra slice...
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Grapes - Vineyard

Why we love campsites next to the beach

Rob Fearn | 22 May 2019 | Read time: 4m 4s

The archetypal sun, sea and sand holiday is, for some, the ideal; for others it’s dramatic, blustery seascapes and clattering...
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Ice cream melting

AR Guide to: Campsite cuisine

Peter Stannett | 30 Apr 2019 | Read time: 4m 53s

Whether discovering exciting new tastes or simply enjoying a family meal al fresco, campsite life has always been the perfect...
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Camping food with pinecone

Alan Rogers Guides celebrates 50 years

Rob Fearn | 17 Jan 2018 | Read time: 25s

With the launch of our special 50th edition guide book just around the corner, we thought we'd take a look at some of the campsites which are still going strong after all these years.
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Alan Rogers - Since 1968

The undiscovered realm

Russell Wheldon | 3 Nov 2017 | Read time: 3m 40s

From the breathtaking scenery of Ardennes to the captivating vitality of Luxembourg City, this charming country has plenty to offer...
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Luxembourg in the snow

A taste of the great outdoors

Ben Tully | 21 Aug 2017 | Read time: 4m 38s

A touch of gentle activity to sharpen the appetite
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Fresh fruit at market

First Time Touring Abroad

Ben Tully | 11 Jul 2017 | Read time: 3m 59s

Many first-timers see the rugged coastlines and pretty fishing villages of Brittany and Normandy something of a...
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Touring abroad

City Camping

Rob Fearn | 20 Apr 2017 | Read time: 3m 26s

If you’re planning on taking a short city break within the UK and Europe this year, why not swap that...
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London City Camping

The must-have guide for over 45 years

The Alan Rogers Team | 13 Feb 2017 | Read time: 2m 55s

Most guides to camping sites provide long lists of sites without passing any real judgement on them. This book is different. It only mentions particularly good sites, and it gives very detailed descriptions of these, with frank and comprehensive reports.
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In the footsteps of giants

Russell Wheldon | 8 Feb 2017 | Read time: 4m 47s

Poets have often written of Ireland’s emerald hills and sparkling waters, lighting the imagination with depictions of the country’s beauty...
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Cliffs in Northern Ireland

The Guardian - Family Travel Special

Rob Fearn | 29 Jan 2017 | Read time: 1m 26s

Two of our favourite campsites appeared in The Guardian Travel, Family special yesterday. The article featured 20 summer camps with...
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20 of the best family campsites in Europe

Travelling in Europe: Where can your camping take you in 2016?

Rob Fearn | 23 Dec 2015 | Read time: 2m 1s

Europe has much to offer for campers of all ages and varying interests. Whether you’d prefer a beach resort packed...
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