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3 August 2026

The best campsites in Gelderland — featuring Camping Waalstrand

The best campsites in Gelderland — featuring Camping Waalstrand

The top-rated campsites in Gelderland: Vakantiepark de Italiaanse Meren (9.5/10), FarmCamps Den Branderhorst (9.2/10) and FarmCamps De Buitenhoeve (9.1/10).

The top-rated campsites in Gelderland

Based on review scores, these are the highest-rated campsites in Gelderland. The list below is sorted by rating; Vakantiepark de Italiaanse Meren is at the top with 9.5/10. Each campsite links to its detail page.

The Netherlands has campsites from the Wadden islands and the Zeeland coast to the woods of the Veluwe and the hills of South Limburg, often easy to reach and family-friendly.

Whether a campsite suits you depends on what you're after. Gelderland offers both large holiday parks and small, quiet sites in nature. Use the filters to refine by pitch type and amenities.

What characterises the campsites in Gelderland?

Among the 12 campsites in Gelderland, 5 have a swimming pool, 7 are family-friendly and 7 welcome dogs. The average review score of the rated campsites is 8.8/10.

The best choice depends on who you travel with. Families with children do well at a site with a pool, entertainment and a safe play area; those seeking quiet should pick a smaller site or a spot away from the crowds. With a dog, it pays to check the pet policy first.

Amenities: what to look out for

Before you book, it pays to compare amenities. In Gelderland the key ones are clean sanitary facilities and hot showers, Wi-Fi, a restaurant or shop, and for families a pool with paddling area, playground and entertainment. Every detail page shows what's there.

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.

Best time to camp in Gelderland

Most sites in Gelderland 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 Gelderland cost?

Prices vary widely by campsite, pitch type and season. Among the campsites in Gelderland on this list, a pitch starts from around €178 per night in low season; rates are higher in summer.

Booking with Ovisola runs directly through the campsite and our partner, with live price and availability. Watch the extras: tourist tax, electricity and pets sometimes fall outside the base rate.

How this ranking is built

This ranking for Gelderland 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.

Frequently asked questions

What is the top-rated campsite in Gelderland?+

Vakantiepark de Italiaanse Meren with 9.5/10 is currently the highest-rated campsite in Gelderland on Ovisola, located in Gelderland.

What are the top 3 campsites in Gelderland?+

The top 3 by review score are: 1) Vakantiepark de Italiaanse Meren (9.5/10), 2) FarmCamps Den Branderhorst (9.2/10) and 3) FarmCamps De Buitenhoeve (9.1/10).

Which campsites in Gelderland have a swimming pool?+

5 of the 12 highest-rated campsites in Gelderland have a pool, including Vakantiepark de Italiaanse Meren.

What is a good family-friendly campsite in Gelderland?+

Vakantiepark de Italiaanse Meren is a well-rated family-friendly campsite in Gelderland; in total 7 of the listed campsites are family-friendly.

Are dogs welcome at campsites in Gelderland?+

Yes, dogs are allowed at 7 of the listed campsites in Gelderland.

What does a campsite in Gelderland cost?+

Prices vary by campsite and season. Among the campsites in Gelderland on this list, a pitch starts from around €178 per night; see current prices at the campsite.

What is the best time to camp in Gelderland?+

Most campsites in Gelderland are open from spring through autumn. For peace and lower prices, May, June and September are ideal; July and August are busiest and warmest.

How does Ovisola compile this ranking?+

The list is sorted by the campsite's review score. Only campsites with a rating are included, and the list is refreshed periodically from the latest data from our partners and OpenStreetMap.

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