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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 Wallberg is the ideal site to spend any time of the year in the beautiful Tegernseer Valley. Enjoy the rural atmosphere and experience peace and balance between mighty mountains and idyllic beaches. The site is located between Bad Wiessee (2 km) and Rottach Egern (3 km) in the midst of this fantastic landscape.

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 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.

International Camping Naabtal is an attractive riverside site in a beautiful tree-covered valley and makes an excellent base for exploring the ancient city of Regensburg on the Danube and other areas of this interesting part of Germany. It is also a good overnight site for those wishing to visit or pass through Austria or the Czech Republic. The best 100 of the 270 pitches, all with electricity, are reserved for touring units. They are mainly located on the banks of the river on flat or gently sloping ground under willow and other trees. This is good walking and biking country with many marked trails. Small boats can be launched on the placid river (where you may also swim at your own risk) and there are two good-sized tennis courts. Reception will advise on local excursions, walks, cycle routes, canoeing and other sports.

Gitzenweiler Hof is a really well equipped, first-class site with quality amenities, close to the Swiss and Austrian borders. Set in the countryside with 349 pitches for touring units, this site is arranged in rows with access roads, all are numbered and have 6/16A electricity. A separate open area is for tents with electrical connections; many of the pitches have water, drainage and TV connections. A large outdoor swimming pool has attractive surrounds with seats. This is a pleasant, friendly, well-run site with lots of activities for children and also space for those seeking peace and quiet.

Although the site overlooks the Danube, it is in fact some 9 km. from the confluence of the Danube, Inn and Ilz. Dreiflüsse Camping occupies a hillside position, well above high water level, to the west of Passau with pitches, flat or with a little slope, on several rows of terraces. The 180 places for touring units are not all numbered or marked, although 16A electricity connection boxes determine where units pitch, and half have water and drainage. Trees and low banks separate the terraces which are of gravel with a thin covering of grass. There is some road and rail noise (24 hrs).

Camping Schwanenplatz is on the shores of Lake Waginger, the warmest lake in upper Bavaria and is particularly popular with boaters and anglers. The Waginger Lake District stretches along the eastern Chiemgau and thus borders on the neighbouring Berchtesgadener Land and the Salzkammergut. Families with children and couples appreciate the varied leisure activities and the private beach.

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 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 Illertissen is south of Illertissen, Bavaria. The short distance to the motorway and the beautiful nature around the site make it unique. A member of the site staff will guide you to your pitch and explain everything personally. The site has 160 spacious grass pitches, of which 82 are for touring units. There are also 3 log cabins and caravans available to hire. You won't find numerous privately owned mobile homes, and the owners do not allow overcrowding as they believe their site should be a place for touring units only.

A peaceful, relaxing campsite which is located next to Lake Constance and which ranks among one of the most beautiful holiday areas in Germany. The site has its own private marina directly on the Bodensee which is focused on water sports and moorings with some availability for campers.

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.

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.