This popular tourist area can become very busy during summer when Romantische Strasse will be greatly appreciated for its peaceful situation in a wooded valley just outside the small village of Münster. There are 100 grass touring pitches (out of 140), many level, others with a small degree of slope. They are not hedged or fenced, in order to keep the natural appearance of the woodland. All the pitches have electricity (6A), some shade and are situated either side of a stream (fenced off from a weir at the far end of the site). Twenty-seven fully serviced pitches are on higher ground near reception.

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.

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.

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.

In the northern Black Forest, popular with walkers and cyclists alike, this large and busy site runs along the bank of a small but safe stream in a dramatic wooded valley. Of the 300 or so pitches, 100 of which are for tourers, all with 16A electricity and water and most with drainage. The four shower blocks are of the highest quality. In the middle of the site is a hotel, bar and restaurant complex, which incorporates indoor and outdoor pools available free to campers.

This site stands at the gateway, via Münstertal, to the Black Forest. Not very high up itself, it is just at the start of the long road climb, which leads to the top of Belchen, one of the highest summits of the forest. The site has plenty of shade for the 230 pitches (182 for touring units), all with electrical connections (10/16A, some 2-pin) and TV (100 also have water). The site has recently undergone some modernisation, including improvements to some sanitary facilities.

Alisehof is a pleasant site quite high up in the heart of the Black Forest, about 20 km. from Freudenstadt. In an attractive, generally peaceful setting in a wooded valley (daytime noise from the adjacent saw-mill is possible) it is away from the main routes and big towns, with walks starting from the site. The 150 individually numbered pitches vary in size from moderate to quite large and all have electricity (16A). Arranged in rows on terraces (the slope is only steep towards the top), 110 pitches on the lower slopes are available for touring units. In high season there is an entertainment programme for children and organised walks for adults.

This is a small, quiet, family run site in the suburbs of Freiburg. Its grass pitches, set on small terraces, are shaded by many mature trees. Most of the 70 pitches are for touring units and have electricity (10/16A Europlug). On the upper part of the site is a long established and very attractive restaurant. Open in the evenings, the restaurant specialises in dishes freshly prepared from organic ingredients; vegetarian and local specialities are also part of the menu. Additionally a small bar and bistro is part of a wellness centre which adjoins the site.

Drei-Länder-Eck is a high-quality naturist site. Its name means ‘three country corner’ and it can be found in the extreme south-west of Germany, close to the border with Switzerland and France, and a 30-minute drive from Freiburg, Basel of Mulhouse. The site is within easy reach of the Black Forest and the Markgraeflerland.

Part of Germany’s largest theme park and ideally situated as an overnight stop for travellers on the A5 Karlsruhe-Basel autobahn, Europa Park Camping has 200 touring pitches, all with 16A electricity. Standing is on openwork cement blocks and the access roads are tarmac. This is an open, level site and dotted around are tables and benches under cover. Many trees have been planted, although they are still too young to provide significant shade. There is a Wild West theme, with Native American Indian-style teepees and covered wagons to rent.

Campingplatz Buhlhof in Hinterzarten, Baden-Württemberg is a large site and is the closest one to the town on Lake Titisee. Facilities are spotless, the staff are excellent, fees are cheap, and it is just a five-minute walk to Titisee, although the site is up quite a steep hill. There is an excellent pub on site and the food is delicious. The area is a must if you are visiting this part of Germany – the town is geared towards tourists and is a fun place to visit, the lake’s water quality is very good and the weather here is sunnier than most parts of Germany, although nights can be chilly as you are 900 metres above sea level.

Rhein-Camping Waldshut is a quiet site just south of the Black Forest, a 10-minute drive to Waldshut-Tiengen. The site is in a well-located spot in the Waldshut district of the German state of Baden-Württemberg. Boat trips and fishing are close by, and the site is close to public amenities including an outdoor pool edged by a spacious sunbathing area, a miniature golf course with river views and a playground. But that’s not to say the park’s lacking its own facilities.

Situated on a wooded hillside close to the A8 autoroute, this neat and tidy site is an ideal stopover between Stuttgart and Ulm. The 55 good sized plots for touring units each have water and 16A electric supply and are positioned on terraces at the front of the site, with little shade. The rear of the site is used for seasonal units. The restaurant/bar provides a good selection of local food and is open every evening. For a longer stay, the towns of Ulm and Blaubeuren are worth a visit and a tour of the Laichingen Pothole (the deepest show cave in Germany) should not be missed.

In a quiet position on the edge of town, with the river Jagst along one side, this modern three-hectare site, from which you can see the large hilltop castle, has a park-like appearance with mature trees giving plenty of shade. The 95 large, flat, grassy pitches, 70 for touring and including five hardstandings are numbered off tarmac and gravel access roads. Electricity is available for all the pitches from central boxes (16A). All the facilities are in one area to the left of the site entrance in modern units, with reception, a small shop for basic supplies and a bar/restaurant with a terrace open all year.

This busy, pleasant family owned and managed site lies on wooded land on the western edge of the Black Forest, a very good region for walking and cycling. The main level area near the entrance holds all of the main facilities and 179 touring pitches on grass (all with 6A electricity), which include 47 very large, fully serviced pitches (10A electricity). On sloping land further away are 95 terraced seasonal pitches. Just outside the entrance is the family restaurant, which also has a playground, all open to campers.

Camping Beim Freibad is a municipal site midway between Würzburg and Stuttgart on the eastern outskirts of the small town of Künzelsau, the capital of the Hohenlohe District of Baden-Württemberg, It lies in a valley alongside the River Kocher surrounded by picturesque rolling hills. The town hosts a large festival in July. The campsite has a sandy beach and large open-air swimming pool complex, with a toboggan and large grass sunbathing area. There are 28 pitches for tents and tourers with electricity available, some by the river. Cars are parked away from the pitches.

Situated in a region emerged in the ice age called Forbach-tal. The Camping Langenwald is more than 4 years run by the same family. The campsite is surrounded by trees and lies in the heart of the Black Forest. Hiking and mountainbiking are popular activities together with fishing and swimming.

Campingplatz Hirtenteich lies around 50 km east of Stuttgart, nestling among wooded hills and adjoining fertile fields and just outside the village of Lauterburg. This is the centre of the UNESCO Geopark Swabian Alb, complete with cave systems, castles, rock formations, nature reserves and picturesque old villages and market towns. It's ideal for those who love to get out and about - especially hiking and cycling. There's a wide choice of mountain bike downhill routes through forests and meadows. Visit Charlottenhöhle Cave Adventure World, Steiff Toy Museum in Giengen an der Brenz and the outdoor activities at Skypark epia Kletterwald in Schwäbisch Gmünd. Shopping is available in Aalen, Schwäbisch Gmünd and Heidenheim.

This very convenient, family-owned lakeside site is by the A5 Karlsruhe-Basel autobahn near Baden-Baden, easily accessed from exit 52 Bühl (also from the French autoroute A35 just northeast of Strasbourg). It is also a useful base for the Black Forest. There are 180 touring pitches out of a total of 500, most with electricity connections (10A Europlug), 100 also have water and drainage. Tents are positioned along the outer area of the lake. At very busy times, units staying overnight only may be placed close together on a lakeside area of hardstanding.