Gemeinde Camping Erlach is a lakeside site within walking distance of the small town of Erlach, west of Bern. There's a small beach backed by a grassy expanse offering wonderful views across the lake to the wooded hills opposite. With only 69 touring pitches of small to medium size, it can fill up quickly during the high season, especially at weekends. Some pitches have hardstandings suitable for motorhomes, and several tent-only pitches are available. Many pitches have lovely views over the Bielersee, and the marina, with numerous lake cruise options, is only a few minutes walk away.

This popular site is in a quiet location with fantastic views of the dramatic mountains of Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau. Neat, orderly and well-maintained, the site is situated in a wide valley just 1 km. from Lake Thun and 1.5 km. from the centre of Interlaken. The English-speaking owners lovingly care for the site and will endeavour to make you feel very welcome.

Situated on the shores of Lake Thun, Camping Thunersee is an ideal site for those who wish to explore this part of the Bernese Oberland and who would enjoy staying on a small site in a quiet area away from the larger sites and town atmosphere of Interlaken. There are 75 numbered but unmarked pitches for touring units, most with 4A electricity available, and about the same number of seasonal units. There are hard access roads but cars must be parked away from the pitches. Recent additions are eight premium pitches overlooking the lake and popular pods for light travellers. Although there are some trees, there is little shade in the main camping area. There is direct access to the lake for swimming and boating.

Idyllically situated near the beautiful village of Engelberg, surrounded by mountains, 3,500 feet above sea level, this all-year site must be one of the very best in Switzerland. The comprehensive range of facilities would be hard to beat. Nearly half of the site is taken up by static caravans which are grouped together at one side. The touring area is in two parts, there are 68 hardstandings for caravans and motorhomes, 11 are comfortplatze, and 12 are prestigeplatze, but all have electricity. Over the small bridge is a flat meadow for about 70 tents. Reception can be found in the very modern foyer of the Eienwäldli Hotel which also houses the indoor pool, spa complex, excellent shop and café/bar.

Camping Gerbe is located in Meierskappel (Lucerne) in the middle of Central Switzerland and offers an ideal starting point to enjoy your holidays in the idyllic setting between Lake Zug and Lake Lucerne at the foot of the local mountain "Rigi" Because the site is located in Central Switzerland in the canton of Lucerne, just 5 minutes from the Gotthard route, it is the ideal spot for a stopover. However, if you are you looking for a pitch for a longer stay or even for the season you and your family will certainly feel comfortable on this small site. The site has 60 grass pitches (some seasonal) both with and without shade. The electric hook-up points are 16amp.

This attractive site has been created by a goldsmith and her husband. Small and family run, with 45 pitches, it is in a quiet location, over 1,000 metres high at the end of a small village in the Berner Oberland. The striking metre-high mushrooms – with their white-dotted red tops they are difficult to miss - provide the electrical supply points for the 35 touring pitches and site lighting. The grass pitches are level and there are seven with gravel hardstanding for motorhomes. The gently sloping site is partly surrounded by trees with mountain top views across the valley.

This is a small site with about half the pitches occupied by static caravans, used by their owners for weekends and holidays. The 70 or so places available for touring units are not marked out but are generous in size without overcrowding. Ten pitches have been upgraded to full comfort and weather-resistant surfaces added to others. Most places are on level grass with two small terraces at the end of the site. There is little shade but the site is set in a river valley with trees on the hills which enclose the area. Electricity is available for all pitches but long leads may be required in parts.

Camping Vitznau is situated in the small village of the same name, above and overlooking Lake Luzern, with splendid views across the water to the mountains on the other side. It is a small, neat and tidy site very close to the delightful village on the narrow, winding, lakeside road. The 70 touring pitches for caravans and motorhomes (max length 8 m) have 15A electricity available, and all have fine views. They are on level, grassy terraces with hardstanding for motorhomes and separated by tarmac roads. There are separate places for tents. Trees provide shade in parts, and this delightful site makes an excellent base for exploring around the lake, the town of Luzern and the nearby mountains. A number of small chalet-style camping huts are available for hire.

Lucerne is a very popular city in central Switzerland, and nearby Camping Sempach is an ideal base from which to visit the city and explore the surrounding countryside or, being a short way from the main A2 Basel - Chiasso motorway, is a convenient overnight stop if passing through. Ask reception for a local map showing recommended walking and cycling trails.

The peaceful Camping International Giswil Sarnersee has direct access to the Sarnersee lake with a sandy beach. It is in a quiet rural area, screened by trees and hedges, yet with excellent views of the surrounding peaks. It provides 170 pitches of which 100 are for tourers, all with 10A electricity supply. The seasonal pitches are spread throughout the site. The level touring pitches are on grass or gravel, and some have lake views. The town is a short walk away.

Camping Hobby 3 is a small meticulously kept 4-star family camping and caravanning site on a quiet narrow road on the outskirts of Interlaken. From the site you will have an incredible view of the Eiger and the Mönch. It is a 20 minutes’ walk from the centre of Interlaken and 10 minutes from Lake Thun. Free public transport Interlaken and surrounding (nearest bus-stop 5 minutes’ walk from site). Heide is always willing to give advice about all the excursions in the area and cycling/walking routes with accompanying documentation. Suitable for caravans, tents and camper vans. The site has 80 spacious, grass or hardstanding touring pitches with 10amp hook-up point. 45 are seasonal. Free Wi-Fi. Large playground and paddling pools (July/August)

This well established site, being just outside the Federal Capital, is conveniently placed either for an overnight stop or for exploring the city and surrounds. The 304 pitches (230 for touring) are numbered but not marked out and you choose your own place; cars are parked away from the pitches. All have 6A electricity and there are special pitches for motorhomes. There are some static units but there should always be room. The shop also serves drinks which can be taken to a rest room nearby or consumed on the terrace. The restaurant offers a daily lunch menu.

Camping Unterägeri is located next to Lake Agerisee in a quiet, semi-rural area screened by trees and hedges. It provides 270 pitches, 150 for touring, all with a 10A electricity supply. There are 120 seasonal pitches spread throughout the site. The touring pitches are grassy, level and some have hardstandings. The town is a short walk away, as is Lake Agerisee.

On the outskirts of the village of Krattigen, Camping Stuhlegg is a quiet and attractive site, located well above Lake Thun and with beautiful, wide-ranging views over the lake to the mountains beyond. The 65 touring pitches, all with 10/13A electricity, are arranged on grassy terraced areas with some hardstanding for motorhomes. A central grass area serves as an overflow. A dormitory chalet has been added recently for light travelers. A few young trees provide shade. The friendly bar and bistro is also popular as a meeting point for the villagers, which adds a touch of local colour. This is a site where you can relax and enjoy the fresh mountain air and scenery. The site owners speak excellent English.

Set in a river valley on the edge of Grindelwald, one of Switzerland’s best known winter and summer resorts, Gletscherdorf enjoys wonderful mountain views, particularly of the nearby north face of the Eiger. The new owners have made some great improvements to the grounds, pitches and facilities. There are 95 pitches in total, 33 of which are available for touring. Most are marked and have 10A electricity connections. There is space for 15 tents in an overflow field. This is, above all, a very quiet, friendly site for those who wish to enjoy the peaceful mountain air, dramatic scenery, walking and exploring or maybe mountaineering with the mountain climbing school in Grindelwald.