SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 7, 2025 – CARAVANING, Europe's leading camping magazine, has unveiled its highly anticipated list of the best campsites in Europe for 2025. The prestigious awards, based on a comprehensive evaluation process incorporating real camper reviews, were presented at the Travel & Caravaning trade fair in Hamburg. This year's ranking highlights exceptional campsites across seven popular European destinations: Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands, Croatia, and Spain, culminating in the announcement of the top ten campsites in Europe.
Europe's Crown Jewel: Club Camping Jesolo International
Taking the coveted title of the best campsite in Europe, alongside its reign as the best campsite in Italy, is Club Camping Jesolo International near Venice. "Its innovative all-inclusive concept sets standards in the industry and is very popular with guests," according to CARAVANING. This dual recognition underscores the campsite's commitment to providing an unparalleled camping experience.
Repeat Success in Croatia, the Netherlands, and France
Demonstrating consistent excellence, last year's winners in Croatia, the Netherlands, and France successfully defended their top spots, retaining their titles as the best campsites in their respective countries for 2025.
New Leaders Emerge in Germany, Austria, and Spain
While some campsites maintained their dominance, others rose to the top. In Germany, Rosenfelder Strand Ostsee Camping claimed the coveted first place. Austria saw Erlebnis Resort Aufenfeld crowned as its best campsite, while Camping La Ballena Alegre Costa Brava secured the top spot in Spain.
A Transparent Evaluation Process: The CARAVANING Best List
CARAVANING's rigorous evaluation process is built upon its annually updated best list. This points-based system, with a maximum of 180 points, considers only campsites designated as "super sites" by the ADAC. Crucially, the ranking incorporates ratings from a variety of reputable sources, including ACSI, Zoover, Camping.info, Pincamp, Google, and the ADAC camping guide, each contributing up to 30 points.
Real Camper Reviews: The Foundation of the Ranking
"Our best list is not a classic jury verdict, but is based on a broad database of real camper reviews. This creates a unique ranking that objectively reflects quality and customer satisfaction," explains Ingo Wagner, editor-in-chief of CARAVANING. This emphasis on firsthand experiences ensures that the rankings accurately represent the campers' perspectives.
The Top Campsites in Europe and Beyond
The top 3 campsites in Europe for 2025 are:
- Europe: Club Camping Jesolo International
- Europe: Camping De Kleine Wolf
- Europe: Camping Le Paradis St.-Léon-sur-Vézère
The best campsites in each country are:
- Germany: Rosenfelder Strand Ostsee Camping
- France: Camping Le Paradis St.-Léon
- Italy: Jesolo International Club Camping
- Austria: Erlebnis Resort Aufenfeld
- Netherlands: Camping De Kleine Wolf
- Croatia: FKK-Camping Valalta
- Spain: La Ballena Alegre Costa Brava
About CARAVANING
For 66 years, CARAVANING has been Europe's leading camping magazine, providing invaluable information on caravan technology, maintenance, development, and travel. With a focus on practical campsite tests, exclusive travel routes, and an extensive campsite archive, CARAVANING reaches approximately 240,000 readers every month. It serves as an essential resource for camping enthusiasts seeking expert advice and inspiration for their adventures.