Can you camp in winter? Of course! Winter camping offers not only a great change of pace in the dreary cold season, but also has some advantages over a summer camping holiday.

6 advantages of camping in winter - why winter camping is worth it:

1. Prices for campsites and activities are lower

2. Holiday destinations and pitches are pleasantly quiet

3. Wild camping is in winter in some countries tolerated

4. Spontaneous bookings are much easier to make

5. Renting or hiring a motorhome is often cheaper

6. In many European countries it is sunny and warm

As you can see, winter camping has quite a few advantages. The sun in the south attracts most campers during the cold season. But where is it warm in a motorhome in winter? And which destinations are generally best for winter camping?

Winter camping: top 3 motorhome destinations in winter

If you decide on a road trip or a short camping holiday in winter, you should think in advance about where you want to go. Depending on what matters most to you when winter camping, you can choose one of our top three winter destinations by camper. The main factor is the temperature at the destination and the time available to you, but just see for yourself what appeals to you most.

Winter camping in Germany - sea, forests and mountains

You might be wondering: why should I camp in Germany in winter? Especially if you have not too much time for your camping holiday, winter camping in the area is a good option. What matters is that you either have a r camping in the region You need to make sure you either have a auxiliary heater, a alternative camping heater in your van, or the right camping gear for cold nights on board. With the right fittings and equipment, nothing stands in your way when camping in Germany in winter.

3 popular destinations for camping in winter in Germany:

• Winter camping at the Baltic Sea - to the VanSite pitches at the Baltic Sea

• Winter camping in Sauerland - to the VanSite pitches in Sauerland

• Winter camping in the Alps - to the VanSite pitches in the Alps

All VanSite pitches in Germany

Winter camping in Spain - mild climate on the Mediterranean

If you prefer it a bit warmer when camping in winter and your camper does not have a heater, Spain is an ideal winter camping destination. The sun does not always shine in winter there, but the climate is very mild with an sun, however the climate with an average temperature of 18 degrees Celsius is very mild. So in Spain you can wake up in your motorhome with a view of the Mediterranean and forget for a while the darkness and cold back home.

2 popular destinations for camping in winter in Spain:

• Winter camping in Andalusia - to the VanSite pitches in Andalusia

• Winter camping at the Costa Brava - to the VanSite pitches at the Costa Brava

All VanSite pitches in Spain

Winter camping in Portugal - lots of sun on the Atlantic

The south of Europe attracts keen campers in their motorhomes in winter. If you want to spend your winter camping trip with as much sunshine as possible and enjoy an average temperature of 18 degrees Celsius, you should head to Portugal. The Atlantic is icy cold at this time of year, but the sun shines almost all the time and the holiday destinations feel pleasantly uncrowded.

2 popular destinations for camping in winter in Portugal:

• Winter camping at the Algarve - to the VanSite pitches at the Algarve

• Winter camping in Central Portugal - to the VanSite pitches in Central Portugal

All VanSite pitches in Portugal

Winter camping in Europe - relax and stay active

Whether you feel like beach walks with sea air and starlit nights on the German Baltic coast, skiing and walks in snow-covered conifer forests in the Sauerland or the impressive mountain panorama of the Alps and long snowshoe hikes - camping in Germany in winter has a lot to offer. If you're more in the mood for beach, sun and warm temperatures when winter camping, you'll be in the right place at one of the destinations in Spain or Portugal.

We wish you lots of fun and relaxation on your winter campervan holiday!