The best campsites in the Black Forest (Germany) by reviews

The best campsites in the Black Forest

the Black Forest has excellently rated campsites. The highest-rated is Waldcamping-Birkendorf with 8.5/10. Below is the full ranking by review score, with a direct link to each campsite.

Germany offers varied camping: the North Sea and Baltic coasts, the lakes of the Mecklenburg Lake District, the Black Forest, the Moselle and the Bavarian Alps.

the Black Forest is popular with campers for its landscape, atmosphere and choice of campsites. Whether you want to be by the water or in complete peace: there's a suitable spot for every kind of holiday.

What characterises the campsites in the Black Forest?

Among the 10 campsites in the Black Forest, 5 have a swimming pool, 8 are family-friendly and 7 welcome dogs. The average review score of the rated campsites is 7.8/10.

Which campsite suits you best depends on your travel party. Travelling with young children, look for a pool, entertainment and a safe play area. For peace and quiet, pick a smaller campsite or a spot just outside the busiest towns. Camping with a dog, check the pet policy in advance.

Which amenities should you check?

What amenities a campsite offers often makes the difference. In the Black Forest, look for clean sanitary facilities and hot showers, Wi-Fi, on-site dining and shopping and, with children, a paddling pool, playground and entertainment. Each detail page lists what's available.

Keep the pitch choice in mind: from a luxury comfort pitch with private sanitary facilities to a basic, cheaper nature pitch. Travelling by caravan or motorhome, check the amperage and whether there's a drain point.

Peak season or quiet in the Black Forest?

Most sites in the Black Forest open from spring to autumn. Expect the biggest crowds, warmest weather and highest rates in July and August; book well ahead then.

For more quiet and softer prices, the shoulder season (May, June, September) is attractive: pleasant weather, fine scenery and plenty of pitch choice.

What does camping in the Black Forest cost?

Prices vary widely by campsite, pitch type and season. Among the campsites in the Black Forest on this list, a pitch starts from around €140 per night in low season; rates are higher in summer.

Booking via Ovisola means you book directly with the campsite through our partner, with current price and availability. Always compare what's included: tourist tax, electricity or a dog may be charged separately.

How this ranking is built

This ranking for the Black Forest is sorted by review score, with the best-rated campsite at the top. Campsites without a rating are left out; the list refreshes periodically from the newest data.

Ovisola maps campsites, motorhome pitches and chalets, searchable by type and amenities. Bookable campsites are reserved directly with the campsite via our partner; the broader coverage comes from OpenStreetMap contributors.

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