Experience an adventure: go camping with your dog
Are you planning a camping holiday with your family and want to take your four-legged best friend with you? That's no problem, because dogs are welcome at EuroParcs!
Camping offers you and your dog the perfect opportunity to enjoy nature to the full. You can have a great time together and experience an unforgettable adventure. In this blog, you can find out more about the ideal preparation for your holiday, the dog-friendly facilities at our holiday parks and all the fun things you can do with your dog on a camping holiday at EuroParcs.
2. The choice of destination: camping holiday in the forest or by the water?
3. Dog-friendly facilities at EuroParcs holiday parks
The Preparation
Before you set off on a camping holiday with your dog, you should prepare accordingly and think carefully about where you want to go with your dog.
Remember to pack enough dog food as well as food and water bowls. You should also bring some water for your dog for the trip to the holiday park. Don't forget to pack a few toys and your dog's favourite blanket to make him feel at home on your camping holiday.
You should also have a collar, a lead and poo bags with you for excursions into the surrounding area and short walks around the holiday park.
Find out in advance in which area the holiday park you want to visit is located. Is there a vet nearby in case of emergencies? And is there a pet food and accessory shop nearby in case you forget something?
The choice of destination: camping holiday in the forest or by the water?
The forest is a paradise for your four-legged friend, especially in summer. Thanks to the trees, you can both always find a spot of shade to cool off and escape the sun for a while.
In the forest, there are endless exploration opportunities for your dog to sniff, run and discover new scents, and a quiet environment for relaxed walks. Enjoy walks together on varied trails and play games of fetch with sticks and pine cones.
A campsite by the lake or sea is also a great option for a camping holiday with a dog. Enjoy cooling off on hot days, swimming and splashing in the water, playing with a ball in the water or digging in the sand on the beach. You can also go for long walks along the shore or take a relaxing boat trip.
Whether forest or water - a camping holiday with your dog offers countless opportunities for shared adventures and relaxation in nature. Remember to always be considerate of other campers and the environment and pack plenty of treats and water for your four-legged friend. Enjoy your time with your dog, discover new places together and create precious memories.
Dog-friendly facilities at EuroParcs holiday parks
Dogs are generally very welcome in our parks! However, dogs must be kept on leads in our holiday parks so that all guests feel comfortable. You must also clean up after your dog yourself. Practical dog waste bags are available in many parks for this purpose. As many of our parks are surrounded by beautiful nature, you also have various options for walking your dog.
If you don't want to spend your camping holiday with your dog during the high season, you can find tips on where to spend it in the blog Holidays with dog in late summer and autumn.
You can also spend your holiday with your dog in a holiday home instead of on a campsite, as EuroParcs offers numerous pet-friendly accommodations.
Special dog-friendly facilities at the parks
Book a pitch at EuroParcs Wörthersee in Austria and enjoy not only the lakeside location, where your dog is very welcome, but also the practical park facilities, including a dog shower. There is also an area in the forest near the holiday park where your dog can run around freely and let off steam.
EuroParcs Hermagor-Nassfeld is also located in Austria. There is an agility park here where you can have lots of fun with your dog and keep him busy. The park also has a dog shower and organic treats.
At EuroParcs Hoge Kempen in Belgium, you can spend a great camping holiday with your dog in the forest. You can also enjoy the benefits of the holiday park's recreational lake, as dogs are allowed here. And you can also take your dog with you when you visit the restaurant.
At EuroParcs Ruinen, which is located in the forest in the Netherlands, there is a walking path especially for dogs. You can walk this with your dog on a lead for a relaxed walk through the park if your dog needs to go out again. Dog waste bags are also available in the park.
EuroParcs Maasduinen is located near many beautiful hiking trails and nature parks where you can take your dog for a walk. The Groeve Belfeld is particularly beautiful. Dogs are also allowed to go swimming there.
Book your camping holiday with dog at EuroParcs
The packing list is written and the anticipation is huge, but the pitch hasn't been booked yet? Then secure a pitch with a view of the water or surrounded by trees in the shady forest now and enjoy an unforgettable camping holiday with your dog!
Activities for a camping holiday with dog
There's nothing better than exploring the surrounding area with the whole family, including your dog. So grab the lead and off you go!
Hikes through forests and across meadows are not only good for your fitness, but also a paradise for your dog's nose. Your four-legged friend will love sniffing out new smells and discovering nature.
After an exciting hike, it's time for some relaxation - but with action! The camping meadow is the perfect place for a few ball games. Whether frisbee or tennis ball, your dog will love it. And you can also get to know other guests at the holiday park who might want to cuddle your dog.
Explore the surrounding towns and villages with your dog. Many places are dog-friendly and offer exciting sights. A walk through picturesque alleyways or a visit to the market square - your dog will love the trip and you might find some nice holiday souvenirs.
A camping holiday is the perfect time to have an unforgettable time as a family - and of course that includes your dog! Whether you're having a barbecue together, playing games or just lazing around - enjoy the carefree moments together.
Water fun on a camping holiday with dog
In summer, you can have lots of fun in and around the water on your camping holiday with your dog! Because nothing is more refreshing than cooling off in the water on hot summer days. Many dogs are keen swimmers and enjoy frolicking in the water.
Make sure that the section of beach where you want to play and swim with your dog is also open to dogs. If this beach is by the sea and you will be romping in salt water, make sure that you have enough drinking water for your dog and that you wash the salt out of their fur after splashing around.
You can find more information about the best dog beaches in Holland in our blog.
Of course, you can have lots of fun not only in the water, but also on the beach. This is a paradise for dogs. Whether it's playing ball, throwing a frisbee or simply running along the shore - you can both really let off steam here.
Many dogs also love digging in the sand. Let your four-legged friend dig a sandpit - you'll see how much fun he has! He might even find a four-legged friend who enjoys it just as much.
If your dog is a little smaller and you're near a calmer body of water, such as the EuroParcs Marina Strandbad, you can also try stand-up paddling with your dog. Once he gets used to the board, he'll love travelling with you and exploring the world from the water!
Look forward to your camping holiday with dog at EuroParcs
A camping holiday with your dog can be a wonderful experience. With the right preparation and a little consideration for other holiday park guests, nothing stands in the way of your adventure together. Respect the rules of the campsite and keep your dog under control. A friendly and well-behaved dog can even make new friends - both for you and for him!
So, pack your camping gear, grab your four-legged friend and off you go on holiday! At EuroParcs you'll have a wonderful time together and spend a fantastic camping holiday!