Camping Pitch App

Helpful information from VanSite all about the camping pitch app

Table of contents

1. Motorhome pitch apps for stress-free camping

2. What does comparing camping pitch apps show?

3. Discover thousands of spots in the EU with the free app

4. Use the app for free abroad too

5. What makes the VanSite camping pitch app special

6. Camping pitch app with map view

7. The best filter features for pitch search

8. Book pitches with the app without a subscription

9. The first app with an optional pitch flat rate

10. Book pitches instantly in the app

11. Built-in translation feature for chatting with hosts

12. Book spontaneously or plan long-term

13. Book free-standing pitches for several nights

14. Illegal wild camping is a thing of the past. Camp safely and legally now

15. Become a host and earn money with the app

16. How to discover the EU's hidden camping gems

17. Explore pitches with 360-degree photos in the app

18. Find small private campsites

19. Get the best advice and service

20. 10 benefits of VanSite

21. Conclusion

Motorhome pitch apps: an end to camping stress

A lot has changed in the camping world. The days when holidaying at campsites was the be-all and end-all of travel are over. These days we campers are after more than just a place to spend the night. We're looking for private pitches in nature that help us slow down and enjoy the beauty of our world in peace .

Classic campsites have their merits too, and not for nothing have they become strong points of interest become. Precisely because they are so popular, campsites often have long lead times for booking, which makes a spontaneous overnight stay almost impossible. As a result, the stress often starts before the holiday even begins, because you have to be quick to grab one of the highly sought-after campsites.

But many campers do not want to commit so far in advance to spending their entire holiday at particular campsites. What they really want is spontaneity, and they would like to set off into the blue with no plan, which is often the very reason they buy a caravan, a motorhome, a car with a roof tent, or a panel van.

Free-standing spots or parking areas that you simply find along the way are not always trouble-free either. Both in Germany and abroad within the EU, wild camping something that can lead not only to trouble but also to hefty fines in many regions. A stressful experience you would rather avoid during your precious holiday time.

So what do you do if you have neither booked a campsite nor know any free-standing spots where you can legally spend a spontaneous night with your motorhome? The answer is camping apps, which point you toward suitable spots for motorhomes, tents or caravans while you travel.

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Pitch app comparison - which pitch app is the best?

By now VanSite is not the only pitch app you can find in the App Store. Other pitch platform operators now also offer good camping apps, such as the Promobil Stellplatz Radar, Alpaca Camping, or Park 4 Night. But while some providers require a paid annual subscription for their pitch radar, without which the app cannot be used, while others only cover spots in Germany and Austria or merely provide a pitch directory with no booking option, VanSite offers a pitch app that campers love.

Discover thousands of spots for free with the VanSite pitch app

You can simply download it from the App Store for Apple or Android download and get completely free information about many thousands of spots in Europe, whether in Spain, Italy, France, Austria, Switzerland, and other popular European travel destinations. You can also seal the deal on your choice of spot right away and book it bindingly through the pitch app.

Naturally there are clearly defined cancellation terms, which you can read on the relevant pitch page before booking, in case something does come up after all.

Can I use the VanSite pitch app for free abroad as well?

Yes, since roaming has been abolished in Europe, it is no problem at all if you are online abroad too and the app uses your GPS data. An offline function is therefore not needed at all. If you have an internet flat rate, using the pitch app is free in other EU countries as well.

What makes the VanSite pitch app so special?

Pitch app with map view

Among the pitch apps, the VanSite tent, caravan and motorhome app is a real find that every camping enthusiast should get to know. The app offers a map view on which you can see exactly where spots are located. You can zoom in on specific places and tell at a glance what overnight options are nearby. Using the additional free-text field, you can also search for pitches at a specific destination of your choice.

The app with the best filter functions

With our handy filter functions you can make sure you only see content that suits your vehicle. For example, you are not self-sufficient and need sanitary facilities? No problem, just set the corresponding filter. You need a spot that can also accommodate large motorhomes from 7.5 m? Or do you want to be sure that not only motorhomes but also caravans are allowed at the campsites shown to you? You can set this and many other criteria accordingly, such as the pitch surroundings, you can set as you like.

Whether you are after idyllic spots at the edge of a forest, quiet places near the sea, spacious pitches where you have a big meadow all to yourself, or you would rather have company beside a house, the VanSite pitch app has something to suit everyone.

The pitch app without a subscription

What makes VanSite particularly interesting compared to other camping apps for campers who travel only occasionally is the option to book individually all of our thousands of pitches and campsites. There is no need to take out a subscription. Instead, you can simply use the VanSite platform and its accompanying app for free as a marketplace.

A small commission for us is already included in the overnight price shown in each case, which means there are no hidden costs for you. You pay per night only what is shown as the price in each listing. This is a valuable feature of the VanSite pitch app, especially for camping beginners who first want to try out this special kind of holiday for themselves and cannot yet judge whether a subscription would be worth it for them.

The pitch app with an optional flat rate

If you'd rather not watch the prices on your camping holiday and instead travel on whenever the mood takes you, staying as many nights as you like, then here's some good news for you: VanSite offers optionally a AnnualPass that lets you, for a fixed price, use all motorhome, tent and caravan pitches without limit for a full 12 months from the date of purchase, without paying extra for the individual nights.

If, after 12 months of using the AnnualPass you find it was the best buy of your entire camping life, which we're pretty sure of, then of course you can buy it again, but it won't renew automatically. With the optional annual pass, VanSite clearly sets itself apart from other pitch apps, because nothing like this has ever never before existed! Become part of this revolution too and step into a world of unlimited camping!

Can I book motorhome pitches instantly through the pitch app?

Yes, unlike most other camping apps, this is possible with us. A large number of the pitches are available for instant booking on the platform. In some cases the host first has to confirm the booking. As soon as you've received the booking confirmation, you'll see the phone number and the exact address of the pitch. You enter this on your phone into one of the many navigation apps on the market and let Google Maps, for example, guide you to your dream pitch.

The pitch app with a built-in translation feature

Let's say you want to use the pitch app for Italy and book a spot there. Now you have questions for the host, but you don't speak a word of Italian and they don't speak a word of German. Don't worry, because our platform has a great advantage: in the VanSite pitch app you can message your host directly through the built-in chat and don't even need to know the local language for pitches abroad. You can simply write in German and the chat translates automatically into the relevant foreign language. This built-in translation feature works in both directions, so the chat content is always shown to you in German too, even when the host replies in another language.

The pitch app for spontaneous bookings or holidays planned well in advance

Unlike most pitch apps, the one from VanSite gives you both spontaneity and planning security at once. You can be sure the booked pitch is free for you when you arrive, whether you booked just now or several months ago. As soon as your booking confirmation is in, you can be sure you won't drive to the planned spot for nothing. On top of that, every pitch shows in a calendar overview which days of the year it's still bookable. That way you can see whether it's available on your preferred date before you plan to stay there overnight.

Can I stay several nights at the free-standing pitches?

Yes, that's possible. Unlike other pitch apps or providers for camping on farms, in vineyards and the like, VanSite gives you the option to book just for one or for several nights. In every pitch listing you can see how many nights the host allows at most. So that everyone gets the chance to stay at these special spots, some hosts ask you not to stay longer than a certain number of nights. With some of our other hosts, though, there are practically no limits on how long your camping holiday can last.

Forget illegal wild camping: your path to safe and legal camping

Wild camping sounds like adventure and independence, but the reality is often a different one. Illegal camping can not only land you in trouble with the authorities, it also carries risks for nature and your own safety. And let's be honest, who wants to be woken up in the middle of the night by an angry landowner or the police?

The problem with wild camping has always been that it often happens out of necessity, simply because there's no suitable and legal pitch nearby. With the VanSite pitch app, this dilemma is a thing of the past for campers. It's the bridge between the wish for spontaneity, pitches out in nature, and respecting wild camping bans as well as nature conservation.

With the tablet and smartphone app you can book legal, safe and beautiful pitches on the go that offer exactly what you wild camping are looking for, but without the risks and the guilty conscience. Imagine being able to choose, in one app, from a wide range of places all across Europe that are not only legal, but also have that special charm that people often look for in the wild. With the VanSite app, this dream now becomes reality for you!

Offer your property and earn money with the pitch app

Do you own an idyllic piece of land and love the idea of sharing it with other nature lovers? Whether it's a meadow with a view of the mountains, a hidden spot in the forest, a farm with a colourful flower garden, or an idyllic place on the lakeshore, every spot that has a view of greenery is welcome. With your land you can not only offer others an unforgettable camping experience, but also earn a little on the side, quite simply and with minimal effort. Sounds good, right?

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Discover hidden camping gems in the EU with the VanSite pitch app

Feel like exploring Europe's hidden treasures? Places you won't find in any travel guide? Authentic pitches close to nature that make your camper's heart beat faster? Then be sure to check out the VanSite app, which has exclusive hosts that you won't find in the classic campsite directories. We'll show you that Europe is full of surprises. How about sleeping in a green valley, where you wake up in the morning to the sound of a gently babbling brook? Or do you dream of camping in the mountains under a starry sky so clear that you could lose yourself in it?

Every pitch you find through VanSite is unique. Whether it's the breathtaking view, the special location or the unusual amenities, our pitches are carefully selected and as individual as our hosts. And the best part? You can book all these places conveniently through our app.  

A realistic look: pitches with 360° images in the VanSite pitch app

Imagine being able to experience every overnight spot up close before you even arrive. With our VanSite motorhome pitch app, this very dream becomes reality!

We know how important it is for campers to get a good impression of their future pitch. That's why our pitch listings come with high-quality photos that give you a real and authentic picture.

Some of our pitches even have drone footage that let you hover over your future campsite and see everything from a bird's-eye view.

A novelty among pitch apps we offer with our 360-degree images, which take the pitch search to a whole new level. When you look at them, it's as if you were taking a stroll on your pitch before you even arrive! This multidimensional visualisation gives you so much more than a decision based on text information and a few pictures. Thanks to the 360° images, you're not just choosing a place, you're choosing the experience that suits you. You can also see what the access and the ground of your free-standing spot are, so you can tell exactly whether it's suitable for your motorhome.

So what are you waiting for? Dive into the world of the VanSite pitch app and search for the perfect place for your next camping adventure. A realistic look at your dream pitch is just a few clicks away!

Find small, private campsites with the VanSite app

Our hand-picked pitches that we offer through our app are anything but classic campsites. You stand freely close to nature, at winemakers' next to lush vines, on farms, pony farms and alpaca farms, or many other unusual places where you can enjoy your privacy.

But since some people also love the sense of community of a classic campsite, we've also added a few small private campsites to our range.

Get the best advice of all camping apps

If you have questions or need support, you'll get the best advice of all the camping apps on the market with the VanSite pitch app! Our VanSite team is always there to help you with advice and action. Camping with VanSite means you always have a partner at your side that you can fully rely on.

Surely something has gone wrong on holiday for every one of us at some point. Some things just can't be planned. All pitch offers on our app are checked by us personally together with the respective host. Still, it can happen that something doesn't go smoothly. In that case, feel free to call us directly and we'll take care of finding a satisfactory solution as quickly as possible.

With our pitch app and the service team behind it, you can focus entirely on what really matters: enjoying your camping experience. Look forward to carefree camping days!

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10 advantages of VanSite in the pitch app comparison  

Okay, let's sum up why the VanSite pitch app should be your first choice for camping and how it stands out from other pitch apps. Are you looking for freedom, flexibility and a huge selection of unique pitches? VanSite gives you exactly that, and much more. With our app you have the most exciting and Europe's most idyllic camping spots right in your hand.

Here are the 10 biggest advantages of Vansite compared to other camping apps:

1. We don't just offer you a directory of pitches, but the option to book instantly. Thanks to the booking confirmation you can be sure that the trip is worth it and that your booked spot is waiting for you to spend the night.
   

2. You can set off on spontaneous road trips and book a pitch for the same day in the app while you're on the road. That way you can simply let yourself drift on your journey of discovery. But if you're more of a person who loves to plan, you can also use the VanSite app to book months in advance and map out your route firmly.
   

3. Unlike other camping app providers, with us you can also book several nights at the same place if you particularly like it there.
   

4. You can do the pitch search either via the map with zoom function or via the free-text field.
   

5. The versatile filter functions let you take all your individual needs into account during your search and find the perfect pitch for you.
   

6. You can download the VanSite camping app for free and use it without limits with your data flat rate thanks to the abolition of roaming charges in the EU.
   

7. While other camping app providers require a subscription to use their pitch radar, you can use the VanSite app without a subscription with all its valuable features for free. With us you can book each tent, motorhome or caravan pitch individually per night.
   

8. The absolute novelty among camping apps is the optional 12-month camping flat rate that you can book with VanSite. With other camping subscription providers, these usually apply for one calendar year, so you get less out of them the later in the year you book. With VanSite it's different: for 12 months from the date of purchase you can use all our spots without limits at a low fixed price, and you even get 3kw of electricity included. If you plan 1-2 holidays a year or take spontaneous road trips on a few weekends, you'll quickly earn back the price of the annual pass and even saved money.
   

9. If you have questions and want to get in touch with your host, you can also communicate easily without any knowledge of foreign languages via the chat with integrated translation function in the VanSite app. And if anything is unclear or you run into difficulties, the VanSite service team is also there for you as a trustworthy partner on your travels.
   

10. Every pitch in our app was carefully selected to guarantee you the ultimate camping feeling. Whether you're looking for peace and seclusion or a private campsite with contact to others and a bit more comfort: the VanSite pitch app has the right thing for every camper.

Conclusion on the VanSite pitch app

In short: the VanSite pitch app is your ultimate solution for camping. It offers you extensive features and takes you with your motorhome, caravan or tent to the most beautiful, hidden pitches. With various details, 360° photos of the spots and the filter function you can be sure that exactly what you're looking for is waiting for you. Whether you're a planning type or spontaneous type: this app gives you the freedom to find a place to spend the night near you spontaneously while traveling, but you can also book your trip long in advance or save an overview of pitches in your save it to your favorites list.

Download the VanSite app for free now and set off on your next big adventure. We look forward to seeing you out there!