Fantastic campsites leave you no option but to relax!
Camping is a wonderful way to travel in Germany. Many campsites in Germany are convivial places, where you’ll quickly get to know your fellow guests and make new acquaintances. Lots of sites on the camping map of Germany offer excellent sanitary facilities and an array of leisure activities for young and old, ensuring that all your requirements are met. It goes without saying that you can find plenty of beautiful places in an area like the Westerwald.
We’ve picked out fifteen sites here that are particularly worth a visit.
Fifteen of the most beautiful campgrounds in Rhineland-Palatinate invite you to experience the rich diversity of the region at first hand when camping in the Westerwald. Bring your tent, camper van or caravan and enjoy a carefree few days in the midst of the beauty of nature. Finding peace and quiet, cycling and hiking or spending unforgettable time together as a couple – you will experience the joy of camping here. The Rhine and the Lahn are always within reach. This means that anyone who loves swimming, surfing and canoeing will get their money's worth, not to mention the fact that lots of sites are located close to the lakes in the region.
Campsite im Eichenwald
At this campsite near Mittelhof, you can park your caravan on lawns under oak and beech trees, which provide natural sun protection and create a wonderful atmosphere. Make yourself at home or take advantage of one of the many leisure activities on offer. Some people might prefer cycling while others prefer canoeing, and the equipment needed for both can be rented here. There are also play facilities for small children. Entertainment, a restaurant in the oak forest and attractive combo deals round off the varied offer. Outside the campsite, there are several hiking trails, including the Botanischer Weg forest and nature trail or the Natursteig Sieg.
“Heisterberger Weiher” camping site
This idyllically situated site is popular in every season and offers plenty of variety for short and long-term campers alike. The sanitary buildings are modern, handicap-accessible and perfectly equipped. You’ve got to go for a swim at least once a day, for example in the Aqua Fun Park, which is located near the shore. Other people are enticed by the pond’s beach and the numerous options for water sports, while the youngest children can let off steam in the children’s playground. For refreshment, you can pick up something from the bistro. If you want to, you can also visit the nearby Fuchskaute, the highest point of the Westerwald, or hike three kilometres to the next village, Driedorf. In winter, you can also ski in the area.
Welter’s Camping and Leisure Paradise ****
If you simply love nature, you can book this campsite by the Krombach dam in Rehe. 20,000 square metres are solely reserved for leisure activities, with bicycle rental and water sports, a football field and a children’s playground guaranteed to get every guest moving. If you fancy enjoying some culinary delights, visit the restaurant or shop in the mini-market. The site has been accredited as a 4-star camping site by the German Tourism Association, which was certainly helped by the handicap-accessible sanitary facilities and the high-quality fittings. Hiking enthusiasts can rejoice: there are an array of hiking and biking trails in the immediate vicinity of the site, as the Krombach dam is a sought-after destination.
Krombachtalsperre campground
This beautiful campsite can be found in the Hessian Westerwald, in the Driedorf district of Mademühlen. You can sunbathe, sail and swim here, and the surf school, in particular, is a great place to visit. People also love getting together on the volleyball field or supervising the little ones on the playground. To wrap things up perfectly, you should finish the evening looking at the sunset over the dam. Various hiking trails at the Krombach dam, including several circular trails, invite you to explore the surroundings on Shank’s pony. One worthwhile destination is the Knoten, a rock towering 605 high.
Haus Am See campsite
The Dreifelder Weiher is a nature reserve and the largest lake in the Westerwald lake district. The campsite located here has been given four stars by the ADAC on multiple occasions. There is no doubt that good sanitary facilities, the sunbathing lawn, the children’s playground, the boat rental and the windsurfing available are all reasons for this. For refreshment, visit the nearby “Haus am See” café and restaurant. Duly fortified, you can then explore the seven ponds that make up the lake district by walking along the special circular trail or by taking one of the many other circular routes of varying lengths.
Camping Park Weiherhof *****
This campsite is equipped an array of extras and has plenty of interesting things on offer. For example, there are seasonal arrangements for long-term campers and various activities specially designed for children. How about a night walk, geocaching or a visit to the on-site cinema? Of course, water sports are at the top of the agenda, and you can also hop on a motorbike or take a balloon ride. Even parachuting is on offer! If all this is still not enough for you, you can take advantage of the hiking trails, bike paths or the nearby golf course here in the High Westerwald.
Camping Park Hofgut Schönerlen
This campsite is not called a ‘park’ for nothing, because it is situated in a wonderfully harmonious location, atop a unique high plateau in the middle of the Westerwald and within the Westerwald lake district. The nearby pond is reserved for campsite guests only and the wonderful grounds offer so many options for the whole family that no one will get bored. Swimming and relaxing, a children’s playground and entertainment, ball games and sightseeing: the camping park is perfect for both active holidays and relaxation. There are also numerous hiking trails, such as the circular trail (7-Weiher-Weg) around the seven ponds of the lake district.
Freilingen campground
The Postweiher, next to this site, is part of the beautiful Westerland lake district. As a result, you’ll love the beautiful lido, in particular, and you might even like to book a swimming or surfing course. If you want to do something different, you can rent a bike, use the nearby miniature golf course or set off on foot, for example on a circular trail that explores the seven lakes. If you don't fancy a long walk, take the bus to explore your surroundings in comfort. The bus stop is right next to the campsite.
Zum Katzenstein campground
If you don’t have your own caravan, you can rent one on this site or even opt for a furnished room, so you can start your holiday off right. You can swim in the nearby pond, while table tennis and bike tours are just as popular as the “Zum Katzenstein” restaurant with its panoramic terrace. There is even a bicycle repair shop on the site. An open-air swimming pool, sauna and riding school, plus winter sports facilities, round off the variety on offer in the nearby surroundings. In addition, there are numerous circular paths and the WesterwaldSteig, which passes directly by here, meaning that hiking enthusiasts can get their money’s worth, too.
“Zum stillen Winkel” camping site and holiday park
Enjoy the peace and quiet! This beautiful and well-maintained camping and leisure area with a very high recreation factor is sure to delight anyone seeking peace and quiet. We are located in the romantic Wiedtal valley in the heart of the Rhine-Westerwald Nature Park, not far from the major rivers Rhine and Moselle. Nature is right on your doorstep: hiking and cycling trails that start right at the campsite and make for a holiday that is both sporty and relaxing. Here, fox and hare still say "good night" to each other.
Campsite Neuerburg
The site has been awarded 3 stars. For you, this means that you will find a camping and weekend house facility that offers a remarkably good level of comfort with "facilities of the best quality". Our motto is "Live as you please!" - and, that is what we have prepared for you. Whether you are a permanent camper, a holiday camper, a youth camper, a hiker and cyclist or a motorhome traveller - we have the right offer for every guest.
Campsite Wiedhof
We look forward to welcoming you as a camping tourist to our site! Whether you arrive with a caravan, camper van or tent - you will feel at home with us right from the start. The tourist sites are located a little below the Waldbreitbach suspension bridge, directly on the Wied and only a few minutes' walk from the town centre. Here you can stock up on everything you need for an all-round successful camping holiday in one of the nearby shopping markets.
Campsite Strandbad
The campsite with its own outdoor pool is beautifully situated on the Wied, directly in the climatic health resort of Waldbreitbach. Shopping facilities are in the immediate vicinity. The site has 34 short-term pitches, 30 permanent pitches and 10 seasonal pitches. In and around the campsite at the lido in Waldbreitbach, there are various leisure activities available to make a relaxing holiday perfect. Electricity is available for all pitches.
Campsite Wiedschleife
The tourist sites are located in the wonderfully idyllic Roßbach an der Wied and only a few minutes' walk from the village centre. Here you can relax wonderfully in one of the nearby villages. Pure peace and relaxation - everything you need for a successful camping holiday. You will find the sanitary building in the immediate vicinity at the campsite. To get to know the extensive hiking or cycling area better - contact us, we will be happy to advise you!
Campsite Wäller Camp
The Wäller Camp only opened in 2021. Situated on the nature-protected lake pond in Mengerskirchen, you can enjoy a new campsite surrounded by picturesque lakeside scenery. There is a magnificent panorama including sunrises over the lake - especially from the pitches and tent sites located directly on the water. Tasteful sanitary facilities, furnished rental tents and soon a loft-style bistro will bring comfort to the lush green Westerwald experience. At the Wäller Camp you will find cosy spots for camping between magnificent trees as well as spacious plots for large vehicles. You can also enjoy a beach holiday at the same time: The Wäller Camp has a natural lake bath with beach club, sandy beach, sunbathing lawn, playground and beach volleyball court.
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