This extensive site is some 40 km. from Passau, right at the southeast tip of Germany – the border with Austria runs through one side of the site, and the Czech Republic is very close, too. It is a very popular site and reservations may be advisable from mid-June to September, and it is very busy in winter with skiing and other winter activities.

Only ten minutes away from Lake Constance, at Germany's southern edge, in a tranquil rural setting of orchards and hop gardens, Gutshof Badhütten is a well maintained site with good facilities. It's a great area for exploring on foot or two wheels, with lots of trails to follow. There's plenty of interest around the lake: the vast 14th century Montfort Castle, Wolfegg Automobile museum, Burg Meersburg or Meersburg Castle (dating from the 7th century and perhaps the oldest inhabited castle in Germany), are just a few attractions. And of course there's a variety of cruises and boat trips on the beautiful waters as well.

With easy access from the nearby A9, Azur Waldcamping Auwaldsee lies along the northern banks of a small lake. There are 650 pitches, of which 350 are for touring units. These are level, grassed and have 16A electricity. Access roads (some overgrown when we visited) lead to large, open grass areas with unmarked pitches, which are shaded in places by mature trees. Opposite reception is a traditional Bavarian restaurant with a large beer garden – a good place to try the Bavarian speciality wheat beer.

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.

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.

Vital Camping Bayerbachis situated between the rivers Danube, Rott and Inn, in one of the most picturesque regions of Bavaria. It is convenient for popular tourist destinations such as Munich and Passau in southern Germany, and Salzburg in Austria. There are 310 grass and gravel pitches (90-100 sq.m) for touring, all are serviced with 16A electricity, water and drainage. In addition, there are 6 apartments, 14 cottages and 12 mobile homes available to rent. The focal point of this site is, without doubt, its wellness centre with its indoor thermal pool, different saunas and cosmetic studio. In Summer, the three natural bathing lakes offer cooling off and during the bavarian holidays we offer a varied holiday program for the children.

The Haas family have developed this friendly site just off the attractive Romantische Strasse very well and run it very much as a family site, providing a useful information sheet in English for their guests. The lake provides swimming and wildlife for children and adults to enjoy. Alongside it are 50 marked touring pitches with 16A electrical connections, on flat grass arranged in rows either side of a tarmac access road. With an average of 120 sq.m. per unit, it is a comfortable site with an open feeling and developing shade. There are three pleasant, flat, grass areas with unmarked pitches by the entrance, for people with tents.

Campingplatz Wagenburg is located in the village of Hausen, in the Naturpark Obere Donau (Upper Danube Nature Park) in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. It is situated directly on the banks of the Danube River, about halfway between the cities of Tuttlingen and Sigmaringen. The site has 100 grass touring pitches witH 16-amp hook-up points available. There are also 3 caravans available to rent. There are no seasonal pitches here. On site facilities include a small shop with drinks, ice cream, nibbles etc and a daily bready delivery service. For the younger members, there is an outdoor children's playground and table tennis. A bakery, restaurants, mini golf, boat hire and bicycle hire can be found nearby.

Camping Stein is a family-run 4-star site located on Lake Simssee, between lush meadows, dense forests and shimmering lakes, in the heart of Upper Bavaria. Not far from the Austrian border, it's an ideal base for exploring the majestic Bavarian Alps, Munich, Salzburg and Lake Chiemsee with Castle Herrenchiemsee and Frauenchiemsee or Chiemgauer Seenplatte, one of the oldest nature reserves in Bavaria. Several cycle routes and hiking trails lead from the campsite up into the wooded hills and through the peaceful valleys.

Situated between lakes and mountains, Via Claudia lies on the banks of Lech Lake and is just a few minutes walk to a second smaller lake belonging to the site, Baderwäldle Lake, which is ideal for swimming with its pleasant warm moor water. As the campsite name suggests, Via Claudia Camping is on the ancient roman road which passes through the Alps, linking the Adriatic Sea with the River Danube. The site offers lodges, Finnish wooden huts, odd pods, vats and caravans for rent which sleep between one and five persons. A motorhome area (60 pitches) with full services is also open throughout the year.

Camping Demmelhof is a great place to stay if you are looking for a relaxing and affordable camping experience in the Bavarian countryside. It is close to several towns and villages, and there are plenty of activities to enjoy in the surrounding area, such as hiking, biking, and fishing. The campsite is located in a quiet location on the edge of the village of Wackersberg, about 10 km from Bad Tölz. The site has 149 grass/hardstanding pitches, of which 65 are for touring units with 16-amp hook-up points available. There are also 13 log cabins, tree tents, and sleeping barrels available to hire. On-site facilities include a restaurant with an outdoor dining area where you can enjoy traditional culinary delights of schnitzel or stone-baked pizza. There is also a beach on site where you can enjoy the lake's swimming and sporting opportunities, including fishing.

Camping Christophorus is surrounded by extensive forests and situated next to three beautiful lakes. The site is located in a quiet spot near the village of Kirchdorf an der Iller (Baden-Württemberg). You can enjoy swimming in both the Sinninger Badesee swimming lake and the beautiful heated indoor pool. Here you can swim laps or refresh yourself after a visit to the sauna, for example. You can sunbathe on grassy lawns in various places around the lake. On site you will find various sports and play opportunities, restaurant and an entertainment programme in high season. This is a popular place for families with children during the summer holidays. This neatly laid out site is mainly frequented by those who are retired during the low season. The site is only five kilometres from the A7 motorway, so is ideal as an overnight stay. The grass pitches are flat, are marked out by neat hedges and have either little or no shade. N.B. the site does not accept dogs.

Camping Waldesruh in Wertach, Bavaria, is an open all-year-round site which is a small, cosy and quiet site with a family flair. The town centre can be reached in 10 minutes on foot. Due to the large playground located on the edge of the forest and by the stream, it is also ideal for families with children. The fairground for the cattle drive in autumn is also only a 5-minute walk away. In bad weather, the little ones can romp around in the playroom while the grown-ups meet in the rustic lounge (with TV) for a social gathering. In winter, there is a toboggan hill right next to the site, which is also illuminated, and you can also join the Wertach cross-country ski trail network from the site.

This well run site is within easy reach of the pleasant town of Füssen and the famous castles of Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau, and the extravagantly baroque Wieskirch (Church in the meadow) is 32 km. away. Situated on the edge of the lake, it has a beach, and a jetty at which pedaloes and rowing boats can be hired. The site is level, with 500 touring pitches. Those for caravans and motorhomes are on grass or hardstanding, of good size, marked and numbered. All are close to electrical points (10/16A), and 140 of them have electricity, water supply and drain.

Camping Grafenlehen is within the Berchtesgaden National Park and only a 5-minute walk from the Königssee in the midst of a unique mountain landscape; the site is open all year round. A cosy restaurant with a covered terrace provides guests with Bavarian delicacies and drinks. Fresh bread rolls and daily newspapers are available in the on-site kiosk. Dishwashing and washing facilities are also available in the sanitary facilities.

Less than a kilometre northwest of Sulzberg, this site lies in the foothills north of the Alps, a cross-country skiing area in winter, with good walking and cycling at other times. Across the road is a swimming and picnic area on the edge of the lake. Most of the 100 touring pitches are on level ground and all have access to electricity (10A). Ski lifts that also operate in summer for access to mountain walks are 15 minutes drive away. The nearby town of Kempten (7 km) is worth a visit and annually hosts the 9-day Allgäu Festival in mid August.

This municipal site is pleasantly and quietly situated on the southern side of Munich in parkland formed by the River Isar conservation area, 4 km. southwest of the city centre (there are subway and bus links) and tall trees offer shade in parts. The large city of Munich has much to offer and the Thalkirchen site becomes quite crowded during the season. There are 550 touring pitches, all with 10A electricity and shared water and waste water. The pitches are of various sizes (some quite small), marked by metal or wooden posts and rails. The site is very busy (and noisy) during the Beer Festival (mid-September - early October), but is well maintained.