Biking & camping: Right by the water - 5 campsite tips in Germany & Austria

Island camp Fehmarn, Schleswig-Holstein

Fehmarn is one of the sunniest regions in Germany with around 2000 hours of sunshine per year. The 5-star campsite right on the fine sandy Baltic Sea beach offers the perfect opportunity to relax. There are numerous cycle paths on the island, which stretch across the entire island and invite you to go on extended tours. Explore the island on over 300 kilometres of well-signposted cycle paths and 7 themed cycle paths that run along the coast or on the dyke. Or take a cycle tour along the 78-kilometre coastline, where natural beaches, inland lakes and cliffs alternate. In the island's interior, you can cycle through wide fields and meadows, enjoy idyllic village views and experience the island's flat landscape. There are 15 bike hire centres on Fehmarn. E-bikers can recharge their bikes for the next section at 21 stations.

>> More information at: inselcamp.de

Seecamping Mentl, Carinthia, Austria

Lake Ossiach, situated between the majestic peaks of the Gerlitzen and the gentle hills of the Ossiacher Tauern, is a picturesque body of water in the heart of the Austrian province of Carinthia. Seecamping Mentl, run by the hospitable Lauritsch family, extends a warm welcome to its guests. Here you can enjoy the crystal-clear water and mild climate, the lake invites you to explore with kayaks and canoes, while cyclists get their money's worth on the many kilometres of cycle path: The Lake Ossiach cycle paths R2 and R2A run for 28 kilometres around the entire lake, making the hearts of leisure cyclists and touring bikers beat faster. As an alternative to the saddle, stand-up paddleboards, pedal boats and cosy air mattresses are available on the lake to experience the beauty of Lake Ossiach to the full.

>> More information at: camping-mentl.at

Beach Camping Waging am See, Bavaria

With eight different pitch categories ranging from standard to luxury, there is something for everyone. There are various accommodation options for guests who do not have camping equipment. These include wood lodges, sleeping barrels and holiday flats. There are signposted cycle paths and even long-distance cycle paths in all directions around Lake Waginger See. You can learn interesting facts about nature on themed trails and sporty cyclists will also get their money's worth on racing bike routes. Families can discover hidden bays on a pedalo and enjoy the peace and quiet in the middle of Lake Waginger See.

>> More information at: strandcamp.de

Camping am See Allensbach, Baden-Württemberg

Camping am See Allensbach is located directly on Lake Constance and offers charming fisherman's huts for overnight stays as well as cycling rooms for holidaymakers travelling along the Lake Constance cycle path. In the evening, guests can enjoy a campfire by the water while listening to guitar music after a visit to the in-house lakeside restaurant. For cycling enthusiasts and pleasure cyclists, the region around Lake Constance offers almost unlimited possibilities. There are well signposted cycle paths in the Bodanrück region and along the lake, not just the Lake Constance cycle path. Here you can discover idyllic places and explore secluded corners. In addition to leisurely tours through shady forests and past lush orchards, it is also worth taking a sporty ride up the Bodanrück - preferably with a tailwind and often accompanied by a magnificent view of the lake. The culture and tourism office has a free brochure with the best cycle tours around the lake.

>> More information at: campingamsee.com

Campsite Rantum, Sylt, Schleswig-Holstein

The Rantum campsite on Sylt is an idyllic place to camp right on the sandy beach. As one of the largest campsites on the island, it offers over 200 pitches. The local North Sea offers ideal conditions for water sports such as surfing, kitesurfing and catamaran sailing. In calm weather, stand-up paddlers can enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and often glide towards the sunset, or set off on a cycle tour along the dunes.

>> More information at: camping-rantum.de

This article is part of the 2024 camping special by surf, bike and MyBike