Camping with a Pool – Tips and Popular Spots

Cooling off, relaxing, and swimming fun all at once: Camping with a pool is especially popular among campers and is considered the ideal alternative to sunny beach days.

Whether it's a round of aqua aerobics in the pool, a good book on the poolside lounge, your children's new water slide records, or a break in the bubbling hot tub – a camping holiday with a pool has many advantages and is not only sought after by family campers but also perfect for those seeking peace and quiet. Discover now popular, bookable spots and top tips for camping with a pool.

1. Popular campsites with a pool
   • in Germany
   • in Austria
   • in Italy
   • in France
   • in Croatia
   • across Europe
2. Top destinations for camping with a swimming pool
3. 7 tips for camping with a pool
4. Frequently asked questions: All about camping with a pool

Top destinations for camping with a swimming pool

Across Europe, you'll find popular campsites with pool facilities and water slides on camping.info. A pool is just one feature of a campsite, so depending on your camping preferences, you should consider additional criteria. While one campsite with a pool is particularly family-friendly, another is ideal for camping with a dog. Yet another one might be located directly by the sea, so you can alternate between relaxing at the pool and enjoying a beach day. Depending on how you prefer to camp, you can refine your search by using additional filters along with the “Pool” filter in our campsite search, ensuring you find the spot that suits you best.

Choosing the right destination for camping with a pool is important. Water lovers especially enjoy camping in Southern Europe. Spain, Croatia, Italy, and Greece not only offer many sunny days, but the air and water temperatures in the south are also particularly pleasant for swimming and relaxing. Especially in Italy, France, and Croatia, you’ll find many family-friendly campsites with huge pool complexes. From multiple swimming and children's pools to soothing massage jets, exciting water slides, and playful spray parks – you’ll never be bored. Many popular sites in Southern Europe are also located on coastal areas, so you can choose between swimming in the crashing sea or the clear pool.

But the west and north of Europe also offer fantastic opportunities for camping with a pool. In Scandinavia or Germany, you can collect various shells from the North or Baltic Sea and then relax by the pool at your campsite. In Austria, you’ll find not only camping pools set against stunning mountain scenery but also many idyllic lakes and special wellness offerings. Camping by the river (https://www.camping.info/en/topic/camping-at-the-river) is also highly popular, not just for anglers, but as a nature-filled swimming option next to the pool.

7 Tips for Camping with a Pool

• Pack your swim trunks (or swimsuit/bikini), grab your little sister, and off you go to CAMPING WITH A POOL! Your packing list should also include towels, snorkels, beach balls, and pool noodles.

• With all that water fun, don't forget sun protection! If you plan to spend a big part of your vacation by the pool, make sure to pack sunscreen. Important: Reapply regularly, especially after each swim!

• More sun protection! Are you traveling with a baby, toddler, or dog? Find out in advance if there are enough shady spots or umbrellas by the pool. If not, we recommend bringing your own.

• You can never get enough splashing, but maybe you’ll need a break in between. You can pass the time with games, books, or puzzles.

• Craving a refreshment? A cooler or a good insulated bag is a real hero of the camping trip. Whether it’s fruit, drinks, or snacks – everything stays fresh, crisp, and cool.

• Your loyal four-legged friend is always by your side, even on vacation? Then inquire in advance if dogs are allowed at the pool or if there is a separate dog beach.

• Camping by the pool only in summer? Not with us! Some campsites also have indoor pools and heated swimming pools, so you can enjoy camping with a pool even during winter camping.