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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Campingplatz Seewang is located on the Forggensee in the Allgäu and is open all year round. Guests can expect a holiday in a quiet location and a wonderful view of the mountains. The complex offers the possibility to rent a log cabin and an apartment for the duration of the holiday. Well-kept toilet blocks are equipped with washing machine and tumble dryer. Access to Wi-Fi is possible on the entire site. For the younger guests there is a playground with play tower, trampoline and table tennis tables. Rowing boats and e-bikes are available for campers to rent. The site has 107 touring pitches half of which are occupied by seasonal units. There are also 3 mobile homes/Log cabins available to hire.

The site is two kilometres northeast of Wertach with a lovely view over the lake, and in the foothills north of the Alps, a popular cross-country skiing area in winter, with good walking and cycling at other times. A network of signposted paths starts at the entrance. There is no pool, but the site lies on the edge of a large, inviting lake with a pleasant grass area between the pitches and the water. The ground slopes, but is terraced, so the pitches are level. The 140 touring pitches, mostly marked and numbered, all have electricity and there are 22 new, fairly level pitches with water, drainage and TV connections.

Seecamping Taching See is a family-friendly campsite located directly on the shores of the Tachinger See, one of Bavaria's warmest lakes. The site has 200 pitches, of which 98 are for touring units. There are also two caravans available to hire. The campsite is next to one of the lake's beaches, perfect for those enjoying sunbathing and swimming. You can also rent kayaks and canoes here to explore the area via the water. During the high season, the campsite offers organised activities for children and adults, such as children's clubs, campfires, and hiking tours. Other on-site activities are a multisport pitch, a Children's playground, table tennis and beach volleyball. After all the activities there is a restaurant on site where you can relax and sample traditional German dishes and international cuisine, all whilst enjoying marvellous views of the lake.

Camping Zugspitze is a top quality campsite, open all year and set in the Zugspitze region of Garmisch-Partenkirchen in the far south of Germany, close to the borders of Austria and Liechtenstein. This is one of the most beautiful tourist regions in Germany and the site has wonderful views over the surrounding countryside.

This site is attractively situated in the foothills of the Alps on land sloping down to a lake with a backdrop of mountains. Together with its associated hotel, it has been developed into a first class, family run site with good, modern facilities. All of the 120 touring pitches have 16A electricity and fresh and waste water connections. The grass and gravel pitches are level, some are on terraces and some are shaded by trees. A range of interesting activities are provided, particularly for children, including painting, pony riding and entertainment programmes in summer.

This small site beside the main B23 Garmisch-Augsburg road, has all the features required of a good transit site. About 100 pitches (40 for permanent units and 60 for touring units) are on flat terraces in rows on either side of access roads. They are not marked out but a minimum of 80 sq.m. is allowed per unit and there are 10A electricity connections throughout. There could possibly be some road noise. A little lake (quite deep with a small shallow area) beside the site can be used for swimming or boating with inflatables.

See Camping Günztal is located on a secluded lake in Bavarian-Swabia in an area known for Germany's Legoland theme park.

Camping Mühlleiten is at the foot of the Watzmann, in the middle of the beautiful mountains of the Berchtesgaden Alps close to the Germany/Austria border. The site has 100 pitches, of which 80 are for touring units, and has 16-amp hook-up points available. There are also two apartments available to hire. On-site facilities include a children's playground with various equipment, including a climbing frame, a slide, and a sandpit. The campsite has a kiosk that sells snacks, basic groceries, and a daily bread delivery service. The restaurant also serves various meals, including traditional Bavarian food. The site offers a drinking water supply that is pure and untreated mountain spring water at central points across 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.

This spacious and well maintained all-year site occupies a hillside position, with spectacular mountain views. The site access road is steep in places (14%) with a sharp, steep bend about halfway up, but the proprietor will use his tractor to tow caravans if requested, especially during snowy weather. There are 130 pitches (122 for touring), all arranged on a series of level, gravel terraces, separated by hedges or fir trees and all with good views and electrical connections (16A). There is a separate area on a sloping meadow for tents. The pleasant, traditional restaurant, with terrace, offers Bavarian specialities at reasonable prices throughout the year. This is a useful base for sightseeing, relaxing or for a winter break.

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.

This is a rural site set in the beautiful wooded countryside of Southern Bavaria. Yet the site is only a short walk to the local town of Aitrach with its restaurants, supermarkets and shops.

Ferienpark Arber is a large site on the outskirts of the pleasant town of Zwiesel, right in the heart of the Bavarian Forest and not far from the Czech border. There are views up to the tree-clad hills and a stream runs through the campsite. Not surprisingly, this is fantastic country for hiking and cycling with 320 km of marked trails that take you through some of the finest scenery in Germany. Zwiesel is well known for its skiing and winter sports, as well as its long heritage as a centre of exquisite glass making.

Camping Seeshaupt is located in the small town of Seeshaupt in Bavaria on the southern tip of Lake Starnberger See. On-site, you will find 143 grass and hardstanding pitches, 45 of which are for touring units and have 16 amp electric hook-up points available. There are also five hiking cabins available to rent. This site is ideal for those who enjoy water sports and can fully utilise Lake Starnberger See. There are swimming, Sailing, windsurfing and kayaking opportunities to be had here. For those who love the outdoors, this is an ideal base to explore the surrounding area, as many hiking and cycling routes can be found directly from the campsite. The site also offers bicycle and car hire.