Best of European Union » basque country http://www.best-of-european-union.eu Travel through the most beautiful places in Europe Sun, 08 Sep 2013 13:36:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.6 Guide to Camping Holidays in Spain http://www.best-of-european-union.eu/2013/02/26/guide-to-camping-holidays-in-spain/ http://www.best-of-european-union.eu/2013/02/26/guide-to-camping-holidays-in-spain/#comments Tue, 26 Feb 2013 15:31:23 +0000 Julius http://www.best-of-european-union.eu/?p=13920 Camping holidays – they are different, challenging, affordable and memorable and they can’t quite be compared to any other type of holiday. Who wouldn’t like to sleep in a tent, swim in a lake, hike in the mountains and cook on fire? It’s a great experience, but it’s not for the faint-hearted. A camping holiday […]

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]]> Camping holidays – they are different, challenging, affordable and memorable and they can’t quite be compared to any other type of holiday. Who wouldn’t like to sleep in a tent, swim in a lake, hike in the mountains and cook on fire? It’s a great experience, but it’s not for the faint-hearted. A camping holiday needs proper organization and a solid plan – where, when and how. There are various ways to have a camping holiday, but the most authentic one is packing a tent and a sleeping bag, ready to explore a beautiful area somewhere you’ve never been before. Some of the best campgrounds in Europe are in Spain. It’s a unique destination for camping, because of the diverse landscape – woodlands, beaches, mountains and beautiful nature. Spain is the perfect place for a refreshing and recreating camping holiday. There are so many beautiful settings to choose from that you will be spoiled for choice. The best campsites are usually full of tourists. Some of the campgrounds you can find are in Aragon, Andalusia, Castile and Leon, Basque Country, Murcia, Majorca, Valencia, Asturias, Cantabria, Navarre and Castile-La Mancha. Let’s take a more detailed look into some of the popular camping regions in this beautiful and sunny country.

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Camping holidays in Spain / Photo by Julo (Best of European Union)

Andalusia: Situated in the southern part of the country, it’s a region famous for its deserts, beautiful sandy beaches and ancient cities. Some of the best beaches are along the coast of Costa de la Luz and Costa del Sol. It’s the region with the highest mountains – the Sierra Nevada mountain range. There are plenty of great camping sites around the provinces of Granada, Malaga, Sevilla and Almeria. The combination of seaside and mountainous landscape attract a big number of campers.

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Aragon: Situated in the northern part of Spain, it’s a great camping region. The area borders France with the Pyrenees and it is famous for its rural villages, beautiful valleys and breathtaking mountain peaks. Some of the best campsites are in Zaragoza, Teruel and Huesca. They are top choices of both experienced campers and beginners.

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Asturias: If you’d like a different camping experience – combined with some sightseeing, this is the ideal destination for you. It’s on the north of Spain and there are plenty of historical buildings and museums in the area. There are numerous campsites to choose from in Luarca, Colunga, Cudillero, San Tirso de Abers, Ribadesella and many more.

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Catalonia: One of the finest Spanish regions, bordering Andorra and France to the north (with the Pyrenees), Valencia to the south, Aragon to the west and the Mediterranean Sea to the east. It’s a wonderful area for camping and sightseeing. The region is popular for its impressive architecture and art.

Galicia: A region which borders both the Atlantic Ocean and Portugal; it is often called “the first country in Europe”. Full of great campgrounds, the best areas are in Pontebedra, Ourense and A Coruna.

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One of the major tourist destinations in Spain is Majorca. It attracts people with its mountainous scenery, golden sandy beaches and beautiful cities. It’s a great camping location with various options for outdoor activities and sports. Spain is also famous for its music scene, culture, warm and friendly people, delicious food and it’s definitely worth a visit. A camping holiday is a great opportunity to explore the country with just a backpack on your back and sturdy walking shoes.

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