Camping Unterbacher See Reviews

4.0
Maren S.July 2026
Advantages
Great campsite under a huge maple tree, with direct access to the lake
Negatives
The bathroom is a bit dated
Great stay
We can't agree with the negative reviews. We had a really nice campsite under a huge maple tree with shade all day long. The lake access was practically right outside our door. The staff was very friendly. The restrooms were old, and the showers in one of the cabins were closed due to a burst pipe, but they were clean.
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3.0
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Achim K.June 2026
Advantages
Clean and modern restrooms A good restaurant with a patio nearby
Negatives
No direct access to the lake (only via the public beach until 8:00 p.m.) Expensive "premium spot" covered in bird droppings No shade during the day Wi-Fi: 500 MB per site included; additional data subject to a fee Check-in only until 6:00 p.m.
Lake-side camping without direct access to the lake
We were very disappointed with the condition of the site and the fact that there was no way to go swimming right from the campground (especially with temperatures at 40° C). And all that for 98 € for two days without electricity.
The Wi-Fi data allowance is barely enough for a few messages.
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2.0
Dalibor J.June 2026
Advantages
Its proximity to the nudist area at Unterbacher See.
Negatives
Unkempt; the key cards for the tourist campers don't work; check-in is at Campingplatz Nord, 10 minutes away
Close to the beach, campground is poorly maintained
One positive aspect was the fairly clean restroom facilities. Unfortunately, the site is now managed solely by Campground North, where registration is also handled. There, you receive a key card that’s supposed to grant access to Campground South, as well as to the small gate around the site leading... to the swimming lake. Unfortunately, the tourist camping cards don’t work. A friendly long-term camper opened the gate for us, but he was also annoyed because we weren’t the first ones to ask for this favor. On the way back, we had to take a detour through the woods. You can save yourself the trouble of getting the key cards. The campground itself is very unkempt, with weeds growing everywhere. The sites probably hadn’t been mowed in quite a while, though that wasn’t too bothersome. Unfortunately, even the great nude area was full of duck and goose droppings. We love nature, but swimming in a “poultry toilet” was really pushing it. This was our third time there because we’d been satisfied on our first two visits. Unfortunately, that’s no longer the case.
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1.0
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Frank H.October 2025
Advantages
The friendliness at reception
Negatives
The deprivation of the freedom to arrive and depart when you want. The gates are only open during reception hours from 8 am to 6 pm.
Cleanliness and Fort Knox
The campsite is secured like Fort Knox. You can only arrive or depart at times when the reception is open. The entire campsite is surrounded by 2 meter high fences and there is only one entrance, so visitors are not allowed. It is also not allowed to park on the site, the car is parked in a dark and... unguarded parking lot next door. The Nile geese leave their droppings everywhere and there is plenty of it, which is not removed. The bread rolls on offer here are not recommended. The special-purpose association is part of the municipal facility and you can tell, the rules alone would fill a book. There is certainly no freedom when camping here.
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5.0
VB
Volker B.September 2025
Advantages
Very friendly team, very flexible and makes almost everything possible!
Negatives
I have not noticed any disadvantages
Top system
I certainly wasn't a guest for the last time and I'm already looking forward to next season!
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5.0
CK
Christine K.August 2025
Advantages
Very nice place directly on the lake
Negatives
unfortunately the fridge in front of the door was stocked but most of the meat had expired
super
super nice operators, showers like at home, hairdryer available,
clean sanitary facilities
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2.0
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F. A.June 2025
Advantages
Beautiful lakeside pitch Convenient location for exploring the region Good accessibility
Negatives
Nearby highway clearly audible Sanitary building of lower standard, poorly maintained Access only possible between 8 am and 6 pm, gate must be opened by reception staff No regulations for late arrivals after 6 pm Service and friendliness leave a lot to be desired Little appealing campsite atmosphere
We didn't like that
Well suited for a short visit to the region, as long as you don't set great store by service and comfort. We found the atmosphere to be off-putting and the reception staff to be unresponsive and unfriendly. It was not possible to arrive after 6 pm due to the traffic situation and no flexible solution... was offered (e.g. electricity connection in front of the reception, indication that access to the sanitary facilities is possible or similar). We were not informed about the possibility of ordering bread rolls and only noticed this by chance. We definitely didn't feel welcome.
The place is simple, the sanitary facilities are substandard and unkempt, e.g. the toilet paper ran out and there were no paper towels in the towel dispenser for days. The sink made an improvised impression and was dirty.
We can only report positive things about the pitch. It was right on the lake and offered a beautiful view.
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1.0
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Bernhard H.May 2025
Advantages
none
Negatives
Power supply broken, sanitary facilities ancient and not clean
Mr.
This campsite Unterbacher See Süd, is not recommendable, it is a unique disaster
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3.0
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Christian B.September 2024
Advantages
Unfortunately, there's only the water connection directly on the pitch to mention
Negatives
Electronic lock at the entrance which did not work, so again through the district by car to the campsite north and get a new chip.
Disappointing
For a place of this size, one cleaning a day of the sanitary facilities is simply too little, the actual pitch on the south side can only be reached via a narrow path. driving skills should be available. The sanitary facilities are a disaster for my taste, not acceptable for the price of 35€ p.t. in the low season. Freeway and train traffic within earshot.
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5.0
LB
Luisa B.June 2024
Advantages
Super nice and warm welcome from a lady at the reception. Very spontaneous and everything worked without any problems. Furthermore, everything was clean. Super nice view of the lake. Any time again.
Negatives
The place is already a bit outdated but that's not too bad
Everything super
As already described above, the friendliness of the staff deserves special mention.
They were very helpful and were on hand with help and advice.
Everything was also clean.
Of course, the sanitary facilities are a bit outdated but this was not a problem at all as everything is in good condition.
Any time again and also for a longer stay.
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1.0
TF
Torsten F.April 2024
Advantages
The site is beautifully situated on the lake. Quiet and green.
Negatives
Staff completely overwhelmed and sometimes incompetent. If this continues to this extent, I will name names. The ladies and gentlemen in the background should also question the work they do.
Pity
Booking is a disaster.
Specify and pay immediately
[24hrs]. No security on booked seat. Ill-considered arrangement of the pitches. Complete caos in the site plan for tourists.
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1.0
TF
Thomas F.June 2023
Advantages
Barbecue meat machine
Negatives
pretty much everything
Absolutely not recommended
I wanted to spend a few days there with my 8 year old son to bridge the summer vacation.
I was totally disappointed.
After one day we had to change pitches, as it was almost impossible to find our way around due to broken signs placed in the corner.
Not to mention the size of the pitch, which is on a... par with a campsite.
The wash houses are in the same condition as they were decades ago. Fossils from that time hang from the ceiling.
Any access to the lake is skillfully prevented, whether with SUB, or for fishing, etc., although permits are offered.
The staff cannot answer the simplest questions.
Prices at the lakeside restaurant, galactic, bockwurst with bread, €10, currywurst, €18, perfect for families.
The access to the lido has probably been out of order for a long time, according to the staff: you should use the path around the outside.
Although it is advertised here.
The lido, which I have been going to for many years, now resembles a goose shit cesspit.
The resident permanent campers are the kings here and can do what they want and that should be the concept here.
Although you can also hear the total displeasure from these ranks.
This site can at best be used as a transit site.
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4.0
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Oliver S.July 2022
Advantages
....
Negatives
Is out of proportion to the price Unsuitable for dogs and not welcome Permanent campers are the kings and allow themselves more surfing than tourists
Nothing for tourists
We have been with you on the pitch since yesterday and I must say we are deeply disappointed.

We have a pitch by the water where you can only guess that there is water. Since today there is someone standing next to us and you feel like a fish in a can. From our awning we can now see a hedge or a camper... van, but to charge even more for this is outrageous.
Perhaps they should consider no longer offering tourists and instead focus on permanent campers who, in my opinion, think they are better than us and think they have the right to regulate tourists.

It's just a shame for dogs, they can't get into the water because everything is made inaccessible by fences or hedges.
Let's not start with the state of the sanitary facilities and cleanliness, there are already enough reviews on the net.

So I have to say I think it's a real shame that a property like this is run and operated like this.
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2.0
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Indira S.July 2021
Advantages
Proximity to the lake is ideal.
Negatives
The sanitary facilities need a thorough cleaning and should be cleaned more often. Condition not acceptable.
Expandable
Great location, grocery stores within easy reach, boat rental next door, surf camp opposite and two outdoor pools. Wellness temple nearby. Unfortunately, the sanitary facilities are a disaster. There is no snack bar on the pitch.
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1.0
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X. R.September 2020
Advantages
The situation
Negatives
Dirty is an understatement! Dirty sanitary facilities.
Dirty! CHEAP!
totally filthy sanitary areas. Under all sau! Cobwebs, old dirt, totally disgusting! Ladies at the registration desk with simple questions such as
Where are the sinks located?
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4.0
ID
Inge D.June 2020
Advantages
Well-kept place, nice to stand together, beautiful bike paths, showers included in the price, drainage station in a great location so that everything can really run out.
Negatives
Beach access from the campsite was closed - you have to walk around the outside.
Very nice weekend
We stayed at the site for a weekend with 2 motorhomes. The weather was great. Very nice place. Unfortunately the beach access was closed from the campsite so you had to go around. We didn't do that. Too bad. Does this have anything to do with Corona? If so, an info would not be bad. There was an ice... cream van in front of the entrance. Very tasty ice cream! Access to the square only with chip bracelet. Makes sense. We felt comfortable and will definitely be back.
There is a mini golf course next to the campsite, a sailing school, restaurants and lots of nature nearby.
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2.0
PB
peter b.August 2018
Advantages
Very nice location
Negatives
Very noisy highway and outdated sanitary facilities.
Campsite South
I recently camped at Unterbacher See on the Campingpltz Süd. According to the flyer, south is only for festival campers and dogs are also prohibited. However, I was accommodated with my tent on the south side of the lake. The first thing I came across on the site was a dog with a man on a lead. The sanitary... buildings are a bit outdated. The sanitary building at the entrance only has cold water at the washbasins. There are probably no showers in the rear sanitary building and if there were, the doors were locked during my stay. On the whole, a very beautifully situated campsite which is unfortunately not maintained and cared for by its operator. Unfortunately, this also applies to the paths and green areas, and unfortunately you can also hear the nearby highway very strongly.
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2.0
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Andreas S.July 2018
Advantages
Beautiful location
Negatives
Sanitary facilities disgusting
campingng on the south side
I have never seen more unkempt sanitary facilities. The sanitary cotainer stinks of urine and is totally outdated. An absolute impertinence to offer something like this. The cleaning staff come in the morning to clean and in the afternoon only toilet paper is refilled no matter what the sanitary facilities look like. Absolutely disgusting.
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4.0
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Jens H.September 2017
Advantages
Beautiful location right on the lake with sandy beaches, clean, very nice for a long weekend.
Negatives
Tourist pitches without separation; lake very popular excursion destination, therefore a lot going on "around" it. You can clearly hear the highway nearby.
Overnight stay for SwimRun Urban Challenge
We went for the SwimRun Urban Challenge at Unterbacher See and the campsite was absolutely ideal as a place to stay overnight. The route practically went past it. The staff were friendly and helpful, the tourist pitch was okay for one night. The sanitary facilities were dated but really clean. The direct location on the lake with the sandy beaches was really nice.
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5.0
VM
Volker M.June 2017
Advantages
Very friendly staff and easy to reach.
Negatives
Due to the nearby road, the front part is a bit noisy at times.
Rarely in such good hands
Very friendly and polite staff at the registration desk, including the groundsman. The sanitary buildings were spacious, clean and free of charge. The forest next to it is an ideal complement to the lake. The Eller S-Bahn station is about 2.5 kilometers away and easy to reach through the forest. All in all, the site is highly recommended.
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