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The Best Campsites for an Active and Relaxing Holiday

The range of campsites designed to meet the needs of travellers aged 60 and over has evolved significantly in recent years. Accessibility, wellness facilities, comfortable accommodation on level ground, excellent dining, and culturally rich surroundings have become standard features at a growing number of campsites across Europe.

Every campsite featured on this page has been carefully selected with senior travellers in mind. Use the filters to search by region, travel dates, and the facilities that matter most to you.

What Makes a Great Campsite for Seniors?

Not every comfortable campsite is truly designed for travelers aged 60 and over. The following criteria are key—and form the basis for the selection of campsites on this page.

Comfort and Accommodation

• High-quality mobile homes or lodges with comfortable beds, a fully equipped kitchen, and a private terrace
• Air conditioning in Southern European destinations—an important health consideration for seniors when temperatures exceed 28°C (82°F)
• Well-lit accommodations with plenty of electrical outlets and reliable Wi-Fi
• A shaded terrace with comfortable outdoor furniture—the heart of daily life during a camping holiday
• Motorhome pitches with full service: 16A electricity hook-up, fresh water supply, grey water drainage, and black water disposal—for guests travelling in their own motorhome.

Wellness and Relaxation

• Heated outdoor pool or indoor swimming pool—ideal for joint health and mobility, regardless of the weather
• Sauna, spa, or massage services available on-site or nearby
• Thermal springs or thermal spa facilities in the surrounding area, offering additional health and wellness benefits
• A quiet pool area without water slides or loud entertainment—a place dedicated to genuine relaxation

Dining and Everyday Convenience

• A restaurant serving high-quality regional cuisine with senior-friendly portion sizes and opening hours
• Breakfast or fresh bakery service in the morning at a relaxed hour
• A supermarket or campsite shop nearby for everyday essentials
• Basic medical services, with a doctor or pharmacy within a 20-minute drive

Activities for Active Seniors

• Hiking trails of varying difficulty starting directly from the campsite, with clear information about distance, elevation, and terrain
• E-bike rental—the perfect way to explore the region even with limited stamina
• Bocce, pétanque, and Nordic walking, all popular activities offered at many quality campsites
• Cultural attractions within a 30-minute drive, including markets, museums, wineries, and historic towns

Accessibility and Mobility

• Flat or gently sloping terrain, with no steep paths between accommodations, sanitary facilities, and communal areas
• Accessible sanitary facilities featuring walk-in showers, grab rails, and sufficient maneuvering space
• Step-free reception and check-in area
• Mobile homes located on level ground and accessible without climbing stairs
• Wide paths between pitches and accommodations, suitable for walkers, mobility aids, and wheelchairs

Camping by Motorhome: Favourite Holiday Style for Seniors

No packing suitcases for the flight home. No hotel staff expecting you to check out by 10 a.m. No trip to the airport. For many seniors, a motorhome is much more than just a vehicle—it represents a way of life that truly begins with retirement. And for good reason: travelling by motorhome offers exactly what makes this stage of life so rewarding—independence, flexibility, and the freedom to move on whenever you wish or stay for as long as you like.

What Motorhome Travellers Should Look for When Choosing a Campsite

• Pitch size and access: Modern motorhomes are often between 7 and 8 metres long and up to 2.3 metres wide. Before booking, check the minimum pitch dimensions and whether the access roads are suitable for larger vehicles. Narrow entrance barriers, steep ramps, or tight turns can quickly become a problem.
• Full motorhome services: A high-quality campsite should provide a fresh water connection, a 16A electricity hook-up, grey water drainage, chemical toilet disposal, and ideally laundry and drying facilities. These services should be clearly listed in the campsite description.
• Shade and ground surface: For longer stays, a hardstanding or firm grass pitch with natural shade is considerably more comfortable than an exposed gravel pitch in full sun. Ask about the type of pitch available—especially if you plan to stay for several days or weeks, as the comfort of your immediate surroundings makes a significant difference.
• Pitch location within the campsite: A pitch close to the sanitary facilities is far more convenient for senior travellers than one located at the opposite end of the campsite, particularly during the night. It's worth requesting a nearby pitch when making your reservation.

Motorhome or Mobile Home—Which Is the Better Choice for Seniors?

This isn't an either-or decision. Many seniors who have spent decades touring in their motorhome eventually discover that renting a mobile home on a high-quality campsite offers greater comfort for longer stays: a proper bed with a slatted base, a fully equipped kitchen, a bathroom with a walk-in shower, and a covered terrace overlooking the surrounding countryside.

Many of the campsites featured on this page offer both spacious motorhome pitches and fully equipped mobile homes for rent, allowing you to choose the option that best suits your travel plans and the length of your stay.

Camping for Seniors: What to Know Before You Book

Some aspects that younger travelers take for granted deserve special attention when booking a camping holiday as a senior.

Accessibility is rarely fully documented. Official campsite descriptions often mention "accessible sanitary facilities," but what this actually means can vary considerably. Call ahead and ask specific questions: Is the shower step-free? Are grab rails available? Can the mobile home be reached without stairs? Is the route from the accommodation to the pool and restaurant flat? These four questions will tell you far more than any star rating.

The low season and the shoulder season are often the best choice. Most active seniors enjoy flexible travel schedules—a significant advantage. May, June, September, and October offer the same beautiful natural surroundings as July and August at most European campsites, but with fewer crowds, more comfortable temperatures, significantly lower prices, and more personal service.

Travel insurance and medical coverage. Before you leave, identify the nearest emergency department and pharmacy to your holiday destination. Travelers aged 60 and over may also wish to take out travel medical insurance that includes emergency medical repatriation when traveling abroad.

Camping by Motorhome: Should You Book in Advance or Stay Flexible?

Motorhome travellers enjoy greater flexibility than guests staying in mobile homes. However, at the most popular campsites in Southern Europe and around the major lakes, even motorhome pitches are often fully booked during the peak season if you arrive without a reservation.

For travel in July and August, we recommend booking your preferred campsite at least two to three months in advance.

Many seniors touring by motorhome combine two or three pre-booked campsites with spontaneous overnight stops along the way—a travel style that strikes the perfect balance between planning ahead and enjoying the freedom to be flexible.

The Best Camping Destinations for Seniors

Lake Garda, Italy – Mild Climate, Culture, and Easy Access

Lake Garda is one of Europe's most attractive camping destinations for senior travelers, for several reasons. Its Mediterranean climate offers warm but rarely extreme temperatures, the calm lake waters are free from heavy waves, the region benefits from excellent medical infrastructure, and the journey is relatively short (around 3.5 hours from Munich). These factors make it an ideal destination for a first—or regular—camping holiday in retirement.

The campsites along the southern shore are generally flat, well equipped, and experienced in welcoming english-speaking guests. Day trips to Sirmione, Verona, and Desenzano are easy by e-bike, public bus, or ferry, making it possible to explore the region without a car. 

For motorhome travellers, Lake Garda is an especially attractive destination. The campsites along the southern shore offer spacious, hardstanding pitches with full service, and the well-maintained lakeside roads make it easy to explore the area, even in larger motorhomes.

Provence, France – Slow Travel at Its Finest

Provence in May, June, or September offers one of Europe's most rewarding travel experiences for older visitors. Lavender fields bloom in June, the markets of Apt and L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue are a delight throughout the week, and campsites in the Luberon and Alpilles regions offer a level of quality that is difficult to match elsewhere in Central Europe.

Seniors particularly appreciate the well-maintained hiking trails of the Luberon Regional Nature Park, where gentle, shaded routes are suitable for a wide range of fitness levels. Nearby thermal spas around Digne-les-Bains provide the perfect complement to a relaxing holiday.

Costa Brava, Roses, L'Estartit, Pals, Spain - 

The Costa Brava, in Catalonia, Spain  is particularly popular for spring and summer holidays thanks to its easy accessibility from France, excellent selection of high-quality campsites, and picturesque coastal towns. It is one of Spain's leading camping destinations for British travellers, offering a perfect combination of Mediterranean beaches, cultural heritage, and outdoor activities.

Carinthia, Austria – Alpine Air, Thermal Waters, and No Language Barrier

Carinthia is one of the most senior-friendly camping regions in the world. Its lakes—including Lake Millstatt and Lake Wörthersee—are among the warmest in Europe, reaching water temperatures of up to 26°C (79°F) during summer. For seniors with joint problems, these warm waters can offer genuine therapeutic benefits.

The thermal spa region around Bad Kleinkirchheim and Bad Bleiberg provides excellent wellness facilities close to many campsites. Campsites on Lake Millstatt and Lake Faak are often flat, easily accessible, and offer fresh bread delivery, restaurants, and infrastructure that meets the high standards many senior travelers expect. Travel time from Munich is approximately 2.5 hours.

Motorhome travellers benefit from Carinthia's excellent infrastructure. Almost all lakeside campsites offer hardstanding pitches with electric hook-ups, and the region's well-maintained roads are easy to navigate, even with larger motorhomes.

Alsace, France – A Cultural Escape Close to Home

For seniors from Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, or Switzerland, Alsace is an ideal destination for a senior-friendly camping holiday. It's only about an hour from Freiburg and less than two hours from Stuttgart, yet it offers the complete experience of being abroad—with distinctive cuisine, architecture, and culture.

Campsites near the Vosges lakes provide fresh air, pleasantly moderate summer temperatures, flat terrain, and easy access to the charming medieval wine villages along the Alsace Wine Route. Colmar, Riquewihr, and Kaysersberg are all easily reached by e-bike, making for memorable days of cultural exploration.

Find the Right Campsite Today

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All prices are updated daily and bookings can be made directly online.

For seniors traveling with their dog, we also recommend exploring our selection of dog-friendly campsites using the filters in our web.

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