Vital Camping Bayerbachis situated between the rivers Danube, Rott and Inn, in one of the most picturesque regions of Bavaria. It is convenient for popular tourist destinations such as Munich and Passau in southern Germany, and Salzburg in Austria. There are 310 grass and gravel pitches (90-100 sq.m) for touring, all are serviced with 16A electricity, water and drainage. In addition, there are 6 apartments, 14 cottages and 12 mobile homes available to rent. The focal point of this site is, without doubt, its wellness centre with its indoor thermal pool, different saunas and cosmetic studio. In Summer, the three natural bathing lakes offer cooling off and during the bavarian holidays we offer a varied holiday program for the children.

This extensive site is some 40 km. from Passau, right at the southeast tip of Germany – the border with Austria runs through one side of the site, and the Czech Republic is very close, too. It is a very popular site and reservations may be advisable from mid-June to September, and it is very busy in winter with skiing and other winter activities.

Only ten minutes away from Lake Constance, at Germany's southern edge, in a tranquil rural setting of orchards and hop gardens, Gutshof Badhütten is a well maintained site with good facilities. It's a great area for exploring on foot or two wheels, with lots of trails to follow. There's plenty of interest around the lake: the vast 14th century Montfort Castle, Wolfegg Automobile museum, Burg Meersburg or Meersburg Castle (dating from the 7th century and perhaps the oldest inhabited castle in Germany), are just a few attractions. And of course there's a variety of cruises and boat trips on the beautiful waters as well.

With easy access from the nearby A9, Azur Waldcamping Auwaldsee lies along the northern banks of a small lake. There are 650 pitches, of which 350 are for touring units. These are level, grassed and have 16A electricity. Access roads (some overgrown when we visited) lead to large, open grass areas with unmarked pitches, which are shaded in places by mature trees. Opposite reception is a traditional Bavarian restaurant with a large beer garden – a good place to try the Bavarian speciality wheat beer.

In the beautiful Altmühltal river valley, this Azur site is in pretty woodland, with lots of shade for much of it. On flat grassland with direct access to the river, one looks from the entrance across to the old Schloss on the hill. Outside the main entrance is a large, flat, grass/gravel field for 60 overnight tourers (with electricity). The main site has 277 pitches, of which 178 are for touring, plus two small areas for tents and one large one (at the end in an open area). Ranging in size up to 90 sq.m. they are generally in small groups marked by trees or bushes.

Situated just north of Augsburg, this beautifully run site, with its own small lake, is a pleasure to stay on. Gabi Ryssel, the owner, spends her long days working very hard to cater for every wish of her guests – from the moment you arrive and are given the key to one of the cleanest toilet blocks we have seen, plus plenty of tourist information, you are in very capable hands.

This spacious and well maintained all-year site occupies a hillside position, with spectacular mountain views. The site access road is steep in places (14%) with a sharp, steep bend about halfway up, but the proprietor will use his tractor to tow caravans if requested, especially during snowy weather. There are 130 pitches (122 for touring), all arranged on a series of level, gravel terraces, separated by hedges or fir trees and all with good views and electrical connections (16A). There is a separate area on a sloping meadow for tents. The pleasant, traditional restaurant, with terrace, offers Bavarian specialities at reasonable prices throughout the year. This is a useful base for sightseeing, relaxing or for a winter break.

Camping Christophorus is surrounded by extensive forests and situated next to three beautiful lakes. The site is located in a quiet spot near the village of Kirchdorf an der Iller (Baden-Württemberg). You can enjoy swimming in both the Sinninger Badesee swimming lake and the beautiful heated indoor pool. Here you can swim laps or refresh yourself after a visit to the sauna, for example. You can sunbathe on grassy lawns in various places around the lake. On site you will find various sports and play opportunities, restaurant and an entertainment programme in high season. This is a popular place for families with children during the summer holidays. This neatly laid out site is mainly frequented by those who are retired during the low season. The site is only five kilometres from the A7 motorway, so is ideal as an overnight stay. The grass pitches are flat, are marked out by neat hedges and have either little or no shade. N.B. the site does not accept dogs.

Camping Am Badsee is a terraced site in Beuren, Baden-Württemberg, located by a lake with a pebble beach. On sunny days, of course, the cool water beckons. The Badsee provides cooling and, as a moor lake, it is also said to have healing powers. It is possible to rent hikers' cabins and apartments. The site offers guided walks and various cycle routes. You can swim nearby in the lake or go windsurfing. Large playground for children. Our site also offers a variety of activities, from the football field to the table tennis hall to the petting zoo. If water is your element, just stop by the adjacent surf school. If your stomach is rumbling after a sunny day on the lake, the restaurant with a wonderful sun terrace is just right for you. What could be better than ending a long, balmy summer evening with delicious food. The site has 286 grass/gravel touring pitches of which 80 are for touring units and have 6amp electricity hook-up point. There is also a chalet available to hire.

Camping Winkl-Landthal is situated in the heart of the Berchtesgadener Land in the Berchtesgaden National Park, close to the Austrian border, and an ideal base for activities in this region. There are 80 touring pitches to choose from all with electric hook-up points available. In summer, the idyllic pitches on the clear mountain stream are very popular. These pitches on the stream are quiet and offer a view of the mountains. Higher up the campsite is quieter and the views of the Alps are even more spectacular. There isn't much to go by when it comes to amenities on site but there is a bar, and daily bread delivery service available. For the younger family members, there is a small children's playground and table tennis available too.

This excellent site is part of a wellness, health and beauty spa complex where camping guests have free use of the indoor and outdoor thermal pools, sauna, Turkish bath and jacuzzi. A large selection of treatments are also available (on payment) and the complex has its own doctor. The site has 200 pitches, all with fresh and waste water, electricity and TV connections. In addition, there is a new camping car area (29 units) with its own service point. This is a site where visitors should take full advantage of the facilities, and plenty of information is available at the helpful English-speaking reception. A member of Leading Campings Group.

Camping Grafenlehen is within the Berchtesgaden National Park and only a 5-minute walk from the Königssee in the midst of a unique mountain landscape; the site is open all year round. A cosy restaurant with a covered terrace provides guests with Bavarian delicacies and drinks. Fresh bread rolls and daily newspapers are available in the on-site kiosk. Dishwashing and washing facilities are also available in the sanitary facilities.

FKK Familiensportgemeinschaft Allgäu is in a quiet and attractive location backing onto woods, this 14 ha. naturist site has 110 grass pitches, all with 16A electricity. The top two rows are for members only, leaving the bottom tier for 40 touring pitches. The terraces lead down to the River Iller (swimming not permitted), beside which is a meadow and sports area. Also here is the Haldenmühle, now a guesthouse with terrace and comfortable traditional restaurant complete with ‘kacheloven’ (tiled stove). The attic of the building provides communal facilities for pre-booked youth groups. The old pond, beside the lower terrace, formally a reservoir for the Mill, is now used for swimming.

This municipal site is pleasantly and quietly situated on the southern side of Munich in parkland formed by the River Isar conservation area, 4 km. southwest of the city centre (there are subway and bus links) and tall trees offer shade in parts. The large city of Munich has much to offer and the Thalkirchen site becomes quite crowded during the season. There are 550 touring pitches, all with 10A electricity and shared water and waste water. The pitches are of various sizes (some quite small), marked by metal or wooden posts and rails. The site is very busy (and noisy) during the Beer Festival (mid-September - early October), but is well maintained.

Seecamping Taching See is a family-friendly campsite located directly on the shores of the Tachinger See, one of Bavaria's warmest lakes. The site has 200 pitches, of which 98 are for touring units. There are also two caravans available to hire. The campsite is next to one of the lake's beaches, perfect for those enjoying sunbathing and swimming. You can also rent kayaks and canoes here to explore the area via the water. During the high season, the campsite offers organised activities for children and adults, such as children's clubs, campfires, and hiking tours. Other on-site activities are a multisport pitch, a Children's playground, table tennis and beach volleyball. After all the activities there is a restaurant on site where you can relax and sample traditional German dishes and international cuisine, all whilst enjoying marvellous views of the lake.

Camping Renken is a family-run campsite located in Kochel am See, Germany. It is situated on the shores of the Kochelsee, a beautiful alpine lake. This small site has 40 touring pitches with electric hook-up points available. Various facilities are available on-site, with a children's playground with a low ropes course. The parents take a break at the onsite bar and restaurant with a perfect lake view. In the main farm building, there is a small shop with an essential selection of groceries and a fresh bread delivery service. When the weather isn't on your side the campsite has a lounge next to the main farm building. You will find a small beach right by the water's edge where you can relax on sunny days. The campsite also offers the rental of rowing boats so you can explore the surrounding area.

Camping Mühlleiten is at the foot of the Watzmann, in the middle of the beautiful mountains of the Berchtesgaden Alps close to the Germany/Austria border. The site has 100 pitches, of which 80 are for touring units, and has 16-amp hook-up points available. There are also two apartments available to hire. On-site facilities include a children's playground with various equipment, including a climbing frame, a slide, and a sandpit. The campsite has a kiosk that sells snacks, basic groceries, and a daily bread delivery service. The restaurant also serves various meals, including traditional Bavarian food. The site offers a drinking water supply that is pure and untreated mountain spring water at central points across the site.

This small site beside the main B23 Garmisch-Augsburg road, has all the features required of a good transit site. About 100 pitches (40 for permanent units and 60 for touring units) are on flat terraces in rows on either side of access roads. They are not marked out but a minimum of 80 sq.m. is allowed per unit and there are 10A electricity connections throughout. There could possibly be some road noise. A little lake (quite deep with a small shallow area) beside the site can be used for swimming or boating with inflatables.

Eging is a Kurbad village of the type found in many parts of Germany where warm and cold water baths are used in a variety of treatments. It is located in the southwest tip of the Bavarian Forest, in good walking country and occupies an open hilltop position amidst rolling forest countryside on slightly sloping ground about 600 m. from the small lake, treatment and sports centre. Mainly level numbered pitches on terraces of grass or fine gravel are divided by bushes and trees on either side of tarmac roads. Water and electricity points are widely spaced (long cables may be needed).