Camping in the Netherlands
Discover where to go camping in the Netherlands. Find and book the best campsites, farm campsites and farmstays, RV parks, and glamping sites.
The Dutch Love camping in the Netherlands
Ask any Dutch how they spent their holidays when they were young and chances are that they’ll fondly recall the camping trips during the summer holidays. Maybe to Spain, to France, and to Italy – but definitely in the Netherlands. Camping in the Netherlands is the Dutch’ favorite way of getting out there and rediscovering the countryside. With camping being so popular comes a lot of quality offer in campsites, from micro campsites to nature and farm campsites. Perhaps most popular of all are the campsites in the dunes of the Dutch islands, the waddeneilanden. If you love getting sand between your toes, Texel is a must visit for camping in the Netherlands.
Camping by bicycle
There’s probably no other country as explorable by bicyle as the Netherlands. Not only is it the ideal size to traverse bi-paddleing, but the whole country has a dense network of cycling roads and routes. Pretty much any road that is not a highway has a seperate cycling lane or road, as do parks that are inaccessable to vehicles. And the country is flat – no mountains to conquer with tent and sleeping gear! Everyone cycles in the Netherlands, so why shouldn’t you? Pack your backpack, bring a tent, and create an itinerary of campsites in the Netherlands to cycle past.
A land of wind and water
The Netherlands is a country of wind and water. The Dutch learned to make the best of those elements with their canals, dykes, and windmills. And with sails and kites, too. The windswept lakes and North Sea are the perfect playground for sailing, wind surfing, and kiting, all three of which are widely practised in the Netherlands. Many campsites on the coast and near the lakes are frequented by people who make sport of the wind on water. Often, these campsites can accommodate campers who want to learn a watersport because of partnerships with surf and kite schools.
Insider tips for camping in the Netherlands
“Few things are as unpredictable as the Dutch weather. Don’t let yourself be fooled by the weather forecast. Don’t not go camping because of some rain. Just like that, the clouds can open up. Make sure to have space in your tent to spend some time inside and bring a book. Plan an indoor visit for when the weather turns sour.”
- Hans, 24
The Netherlands are a farming country. A lot of our farmers offer their land for camping, especially outside of the Randstad. The countryside of Zeeland, Brabant, and Friesland are full of farm campsites. Not only are farmers more than happy to welcome you on their land, but staying at a farm also makes for a quintessential Dutch experience.”
- Aline, 46
“The Dutch love to go camping in the Netherlands, especially in summer. Make sure to book camping spots in time before high season if you want to secure a pitch at a popular campsite. Outside of high season, you can actually easily find a pitch anywhere for the weekend on a Friday afternoon. Even on national and school holidays!”
- Rosalien, 39
Camping Netherlands: find the best ways to camp
Campsites
Camping is huge in the Netherlands, which means you can find all types of campsites in this small country. Getting in touch with Dutch nature starts with staying at green campsites in the Netherlands, like nature campsites and micro campsites.
Farm campsites
The quintessential Dutch countryside of windmills, green farmland, canals and dykes also happens to be very accessible to campers. Many Dutch farmers love having campers over on their land and have opened farm campsites in the Netherlands.
Glamping
The Dutch love glamping in the Netherlands as a way to spend a weekend or short holiday outdoors. You can find glamping on campsites, small glampsites or private glamping accommodations throughout the Netherlands.
Camping Netherlands: popular camping destinations in the Netherlands
Camping Zeeland
Water, water, water. Gezien de diepe verbondenheid van de provincie met de zee is kamperen in Zeeland een unieke ervaring en inkijk in de Nederlandse cultuur. Tip: probeer eens te kajakken of een sloep te huren tijdens een verblijf op camping Oest Farm & Stay.
Texel
Op de veerboot naar Texel is het afscheid nemen van de normale gang van zaken en begint het kamperen op Texel. Het eiland heeft een bijzondere natuur, met witte stranden waar zeehonden graag komen en uiterwaarden waar allerlei vogels neerstrijken.
Terschelling camping
Vind een camping op Terschelling, het derde van de Westfriese eilanden. Het eiland is minder druk bezocht dan Texel en zeer dun bevolkt, wat dit prachtige strookje land gevormd door zand en de Noordzee nog uitzonderlijker maakt.
Noord-Holland
Niet iedereen denkt aan Noord-Holland als kampeerbestemming, maar wie wil er niet een tent opzetten bij een zandstrand of op het groene boerenland als je in Noord-Holland kampeert? Verblijf op een boerencamping in de buurt van Volendam.
Zuid-Limburg
The Dutch, too, regard the province of South Limburg as exotic. The hills, language, and weather all indicate that camping in Zuid-Limburg is a holiday away from the ‘usual’ Netherlands. The nature around B&B 'Op de Kleijne Hei' proves just that.
Veluwe
The Veluwe is the heart of nature in the Netherlands. The vast landscape inhabited by European bison makes for a true wilderness. Try camping in the Veluwe and discover a natural camping Netherlands. Try off-grid campsite Het Lage Veld!
Camping Drenthe
Drenthe is covered with peat swamps, heathlands, sand drifts, and ancient dolmens. Come camping in Drenthe to immerse yourself in its varied landscape and see the ancient side of the Netherlands. At Vakantiepark De Toffe Peer, you can stay in a real turf hut that characterises camping in Drenthe!
Camping in Friesland
Masters of the water and humble farmers, the Frysians are proud and welcoming people. That’s why camping in Friesland is a great idea. Stay at a farm or near a Frysian lake for a truly local experience. Stay at Hoeve Noordveld and cuddle cute llamas!
Camping Brabant
The southern province of Noord-Brabant is the country’s most welcoming, with a great mix of southern Dutch culture and undisturbed nature when you go camping in Brabant. Camping Buitenhof Hilvarenbeek is a true paradise of nature and biodiversity and with plenty of space for campers.
