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This is a well-organised and quiet site located just northeast of Dresden, with easy access from the autobahn. The site has very good facilities and is arranged on grassland beside a lake, which is reached from the site through a gate. Although the site is fairly open, trees do provide shade in some areas.
Privately owned, this former municipal site is attractively situated on the outskirts of the pleasant little spa town of Bad Liebenzell in the northeast Black Forest. The 250 pitches (150 for touring units) all have 16A electricity and are neatly arranged in rows on flat grass between hedges, trees and the good access roads. This is a well run and orderly site. The site is often full in high season when a reservation is advisable (if not reserved arrive early). There may be some noise from the nearby roads and railway.
Camping Paradies Franken is an impeccably maintained campsite offers a serene escape for nature lovers seeking tranquillity. The friendly reception in a charming grey-blue building with a red slate roof provides local tourist information. Enjoy camping in a green oasis where peace reigns supreme. On-site, there are 137 touring pitches available with 16 Amp electric hook-up points. While the campsite boasts vast open lawns, shade is limited due to the low-growing shrubs. To preserve this natural beauty, groundsheets are discouraged. For those seeking comfort, two quaint cabins with arched awnings are available.
This is a large site, part of which directly borders the River Elbe, with 500 pitches, of which 200 are for touring (all with electricity, water and drainage). The main part of the site is located behind a dyke and contains reception and the principal sanitary facilities. Pitches bordering and overlooking The Elbe are serviced by excellent, modern mobile sanitary units containing WCs and washbasins. Along the Elbe’s banks there are sandy areas useful for playing and sunbathing in summer with some showers. Next to the site’s main building there is a further area set aside for touring units and this has easy access to the main sanitary facilities, the bar and restaurant and children’s playground.
Campingpark im Bergischen Land is located in the Bergisches Land in a large natural area east of Cologne. This tranquil campsite offers an idyllic escape for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful and quiet holiday. The campsite is on a hillside and boasts excellent views of the surrounding landscape. It is also a perfect base for hikers and cyclists. While most of the campsite is occupied by permanent pitches, a charming section has been thoughtfully designed for touring. There are 80 spacious and level pitches with 16Amp electric hook-up points available. Most pitches have stunning views of the surrounding rolling hills. For a unique experience, consider staying in one of the cosy sleeping barrels.
Grüner Jäger is a welcoming campsite nestled in the heart of the northern German countryside. It's more than just a stopover; it's a place to unwind and explore. The Everinghausen nature reserve is right on your doorstep, offering opportunities for cycling, swimming, and immersing yourself in nature. For a change of scenery, a day trip to Bremen is easily accessible. While the campsite enjoys a tranquil rural setting, its proximity to the A1 motorway ensures convenient arrival.
In the beautiful Altmühltal river valley, this Azur site is in pretty woodland, with lots of shade for much of it. On flat grassland with direct access to the river, one looks from the entrance across to the old Schloss on the hill. Outside the main entrance is a large, flat, grass/gravel field for 60 overnight tourers (with electricity). The main site has 277 pitches, of which 178 are for touring, plus two small areas for tents and one large one (at the end in an open area). Ranging in size up to 90 sq.m. they are generally in small groups marked by trees or bushes.
Klüthseecamp Seeblick is a modern, family-run site situated on a small hill between two lakes. It is an ideal location for a family holiday with activities on site for all ages and a useful base to explore the region. The large, open, grass touring part of the site has sunny, shaded and semi-shaded areas.
Situated just north of Augsburg, this beautifully run site, with its own small lake, is a pleasure to stay on. Gabi Ryssel, the owner, spends her long days working very hard to cater for every wish of her guests – from the moment you arrive and are given the key to one of the cleanest toilet blocks we have seen, plus plenty of tourist information, you are in very capable hands.
Camping Park Weiherhof is a family run site in the Hoher Westerwald, an attractive nature protected area of meadows, forests and streams with over 250 km. of maintained trails, ideal for those who enjoy rambling or cycling, or simply to relax. Eight years ago Birgit and Helmut Stelzen took over the site and have developed it into a prize-winning environmentally friendly site. Of the 340 pitches, 140 are available to visitors, all with electricity (10-16A). They are gently sloping, on grass/gravel with some tree shade and hedge separation, 80 are fully serviced and some have a lakeside location. In places the Hoher Westerwald rises to over 650 metres and with its network of cycling and walking trails is ideal for those who enjoy a leisurely walk in natural surroundings or something more strenuous.
Erholungsgebiet Doktor-See is a large site near the town of Rinteln, on the Weser River around the Doktorsee lake. This hilly landscape with alternating agricultural and natural areas, many small towns and villages with picturesque half-timbered houses, has a friendly atmosphere. The first impression of the site is overwhelming. This is because of the enormous proportions of the grounds. The grounds are well kept, and the 1400 pitches are average in size and mostly located around the edge of the lake. Around the lake are a number of holiday cottages and mobile homes. There is also a marina, a motorboat club and a church.
AZUR Camping Schwäbische Alb is situated in the verdant countryside of the Swabian Alb and within reach of the state capital, Stuttgart. This site may be a good choice for families seeking a quiet, relaxing holiday with some activities available for children. There are 150 level grassy touring pitches, some shaded, 120 with 16A Europlugs.
Situated on a gentle, south-facing slope that leads down to the water’s edge, Vier Jahreszeiten - Camping Biggesee blends in well with its wooded surroundings. The 200 touring pitches, all with electricity, are arranged in circles at the top part of the site and on a series of wide terraces lower down. They are grassy with some hardstandings.
Camping-Park Viechtach, although reached via a small industrial area, is a relaxing place at which to stay, well laid out in a woodland setting on the edge of the village. The various trees and shrubs give a garden effect and there is good shade in most parts. A tarmac road winds its way between the grass pitches (most terraced) which are separated by rocks and trees and marked by plaques.
Attractively located along the banks of the River Main, this site is just 2 km north of Wertheim, a picturesque medieval old town centred at the confluence of the Rivers Main and Tauber. The town is packed with timber-framed houses and is overlooked by Germany’s largest castle ruin. Rothenburg ob der Tauber dates from the Middle Ages and is steeped in heritage. Wine from the Franken area comes in a Bockbeutel, a uniquely shaped bottle best bought at one of the many vineyards. From the campsite, the River Main provides an ever-changing view as the cruise ships and barges slowly pass.
Weihersee Campsite offers a tranquil escape in the heart of Bavaria within the picturesque Steigerwald Nature Park. As its name implies, the campsite is situated on the shores of the serene Weihersee lake. Its convenient location within the extensive network of hiking and cycling trails makes it an ideal base for exploring the region. The campsite features a terraced layout with 138 spacious touring pitches with 16Amp electric hook-up points available. Gravel paths separate pitches, and a variety of trees and bushes provide a sense of privacy. For those seeking a unique experience, the campsite offers special rental accommodations known as wine barrels.
Reached along a reasonably long forest trail, this naturist site is in a tranquil location on the eastern banks of the Rätzsee. Although pitches to the rear of the site have some shade, the majority are located in a fairly open area just back from the lakeshore behind a row of trees. A small beach allows access to the lake as well as a wooden jetty, which is also used by visiting canoeists. 40 of the 120 pitches are reserved primarily for tourers; all have 16A electricity are reasonably level and on grass.
This delightful campsite offers spaciously arranged pitches on terraces set amongst lush greenery. All pitches are equipped with 220V/16 A electricity connection, and the long-term pitches have access to the community antenna/common aerial. You will also find a drain and service station for caravans and campervans, as well as well-grounded pitches for campervans.
Knaus Campingpark Nürnberg is an ideal site for visiting the fascinating and historically important city of Nürnberg (Nuremberg). The site is 500 meters from the Grundig Stadium and 600 meters from the Nuremberg Exhibition Centre. There are 140 shaded pitches, 118 with 10A electrical connections and with water taps in groups. On mainly flat grass among the tall trees, some pitches are marked out with ranch-style boards, others still attractively ‘wild’, some others with hardstanding. There is sufficient space for them to be quite big, and many have the advantage of being drive-through. When there is an event at the Max-Morlock-Stadion, there can be a lot of noise, and road diversions are in place. It is well worth checking before planning an arrival.
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Germany
With its wealth of scenic and cultural interests, Germany is a land of contrasts. From the flat lands 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.
Each region in Germany has its own unique identity. Home of lederhosen, beer and sausages is Bavaria in the south, with small towns, medieval castles and Baroque churches. In the southwest, Baden Württemberg is famous for its ancient Black Forest and its spas, and boasts the most hours of sunshine. Further west is the stunningly beautiful Rhine Valley, where the river winds through steep hills dotted with castles, ruins and vineyards. Eastern Germany is studded with lakes and rivers, and undulating lowlands that give way to mountains. The north has busy cities such as Bremen and Hamburg as well as traditional North Sea family resorts.
The capital city of Berlin, situated in the northeast of the country, and once divided by the Berlin Wall, is an increasingly popular tourist destination, with its blend of old and modern architecture, zoos and aquariums, museums, green spaces and lively nightlife.
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 custom. It really is the sort of place where it’s best to leave the main road from time to time and take a little detour, or just follow an interesting-looking minor road and immerse yourself in the unexpected. The country can be loosely divided into large regions, each with its own identity.
SOUTHERN GERMANY
Southern Germany
Comprising most of southern Germany, and 20% of the country, Bavaria is the largest state. Home of lederhosen, beer and sausages, Bavaria is known for its small towns, Baroque churches and medieval castles. Perhaps the most iconic is the 19th century fairy tale Schloss Neuschwanstein, improbably perched on a craggy hilltop and looming above the dense surrounding forest. It’s a beautiful region running up to the Alps bordering Austria and Switzerland.
Munich, the capital of Bavaria, is home to ancient buildings, museums and the famous Oktoberfest. Beer aside, Bavaria is also home to big name German car manufacturers: Mercedes (Stuttgart), Porsche (Stuttgart), BMW (Munich) and Audi (Ingolstadt) are all made here.
SOUTHWEST GERMANY
Southwest Germany
Baden Württemberg is famous for traditional production of cuckoo clocks but also its unique and beguiling landscape. With its ancient Black Forest, elegant spa towns and picturesque villages it has long been a popular destinations for British visitors – it also boasts more hours of sunshine than any other German region.
The dense, evergreen Black Forest is a spectacular area with its rivers, forested mountains and long association with the Brothers Grimm fairy tales. It’s a great place for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling and watersports, not to mention the thermal baths of the spa town of Baden-Baden and several others.
WESTERN GERMANY
Western Germany
Once known as the Bonn Republic, West Germany was the western part of Germany that remained in the western bloc during the Cold War until 1990 reunification and the tearing down of the Berlin Wall.
The west region is dominated by the stunningly beautiful Rhine Valley, where the river winds its way past Cologne and Düsseldorf through steep hills dotted with castles, ruins and vineyards. The heavy industry that remains has not hidden the magnificent old historic centres of towns like Aaachen, Monschau and Bonn.
EASTERN GERMANY
Eastern Germany
Once the cold and foreboding East Germany was austere and isolated, in the shadow of the Soviets. Today it is an appealing region of spectacular scenery studded with lakes and rivers and undulating lowlands that give way to mountains. Cities like Dresden and Leipzig are complemented by smaller quaint towns and coastal destinations such as Wismar, Bad Doberan and Heilingendamm.
The capital city of Berlin, once divided by the Berlin Wall, is an increasingly popular tourist destination, with its blend of old and modern architecture, zoos and aquariums, museums, green spaces and lively nightlife. Not far away lie the gardens and palaces of Potsdam and historic Brandenburg.
The Spreewald forest and Harz mountains, with wooded slopes and lush valleys, are famous for their myths and legends, part of the Saxony heritage. Colditz is a name that conjures all kinds of bleak images but the countryside is attractive and verdant, dotted with lovely towns like Zwickau and Rochlitz.
NORTHERN GERMANY
Northern Germany
To the far north Germany borders Denmark and the lovely coastline here has a number of traditional North Sea family resorts. There are some beautiful islands like Sylt and Rügen just off the coast, windswept and with white sand beaches, soft dunes and billowing grasses and jaunty lighthouses.
The Baltic Coast is sprinkled with heritage destinations like Wismar, Lübeck and Stralsund where the ancient towns are distinctive for their black and red brickwork.
And there are busy cities like Bremen, Hanover and of course Hamburg, a colourful, lively city on the water.
CENTRAL GERMANY
Central Germany
This is Germany HQ. Historic cities which still are vital to the powerhouse economy (think Weimar, Frankfurt, Erfurt and Kassel) but which also are home to fascinating museums, gorgeous cathedrals and countless wonderful castles. The Brothers Grimm came from here and Luther kicked off the Protestant Reformation here (in Wittenberg actually).
CAMPING IN GERMANY
Camping in Germany
Whether you’re camping with a tent, taking the touring caravan or in a motorhome, a visit to Germany does not restrict you to the summer months. Germany is a popular destination for downhill ski and cross-country skiing enthusiasts and those who are looking for some relaxation can discover the powers of Baden-Baden’s invigorating hot springs. Staying near a city also offers a lot for year round travellers: there’s plenty of architecture, first class shopping, galleries and museums to keep everyone occupied.
GERMAN CUISINE
German Cuisine
Fans of hearty fare will never be disappointed in Germany. German food goes far beyond the easy stereotypes of steins of frothy beer in a biergarten, pretzels, sauerkraut and Black Forest gâteau.
Yes, Wiener Schnitzel, a breaded veal cutlet, is a commonly seen classic, as is Bratwurst and all things potato-based. But there’s more: Hamburg is better known for its fish than its burgers. Southern Germany offers countless superb pork dishes.
Perhaps surprisingly, one of the most ubiquitous dishes is vegetarian: spätzle is a kind of pasta, usually served as an accompaniment, often with cheese. And bread of course is a staple, with endless variations from white wheat, to grey to black bread and pumpernickel.
To drink, pale lager pilsener is traditional and common, also wheat beer. Fabulous, and unique, wines are produced along the Rhine. Grapes like Silvaner and Riesling are prolific, but it’s the Riesling that is the most majestic, creating wines that are revered on the world wine stage.
A far cry from sweetened commercial wines, a good German wine will endure and develop depth and richness. It requires consummate skill to ensure the perfect balance of sweetness and acidity that produces top flight Spätlese, Auslese and even the celebrated Eiswein, made with frozen grapes to ensure maximum concentration of the natural sugars.
Germany at a Glance
Germany at a Glance
Capital: Berlin
Population: 81 million
Climate: Temperate climate. Winters are generally a little colder and summers a little warmer than in the UK.
Language: German.
Telephone: The country code is 00 49.
Currency: The Euro (€).
Banks: Mon-Fri 08.30-12.30 and14.00-16.00. Late opening on Thurs until 18.00.
Shops: Mon-Fri 08.30/09.00 to 18.00/18.30.
Public Holidays:
- 1 January: New Year’s Day (Neujahrstag)
- Good Friday (Karfreitag)
- Easter Monday (Ostermontag)
- 1 May: Labor Day (Maifeiertag)
- Ascension Day (Christi Himmelfahrt, 40 days after Easter)
- Whit Monday (Pfingstmontag) – the seventh Monday after Easter, also called Pentecost Monday
- 3 October: Day of German Unity (Tag der Deutschen Einheit)
- 31 October: Reformation Day (Reformationstag) – generally a regional holiday in Brandenburg, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt, and parts of Thuringia.
- 25 December: Christmas Day (Weihnachtstag)
- 26 December: Saint Stephen’s Day (Stephanstag) – also known as the second day of Christmas
- 31 December: New Year’s Eve
Motoring: An excellent network of (toll-free) motorways (autobahns) exists in the West, and the traffic moves fast. Remember, in the East, a lot of road building is going on, amongst other works, so allow plenty of time when travelling and be prepared for poor road surfaces