The Netherlands is an attractive country for tourists. It attracts with beautiful nature, unique architecture, extremely low use of road transport and other features. Camping in the Netherlands is very popular, not only as a budget vacation for tourists, but also as a pastime for locals. Most of the campsites in the Netherlands are occupied by locals on a weekend or vacation. Czechs and Poles who often work in the Netherlands to exchange experiences are also frequent visitors to Dutch campsites.
Popularity of campgrounds in the Netherlands
The main guests of campsites in the Netherlands are the so-called caravans, a kind of mobile homes in which the Dutch prefer to travel and relax. The caravans have everything you need and, as a rule, they are completely packed with all sorts of little things. Therefore, the service and the number of services in many campsites is minimal - most of the guests have already brought everything they need with them. The production of unbreakable tableware, tents, cutlery and folding chairs is especially important in this country. In the Netherlands, you can even find special catalogs that offer products for caravans and for visiting campsites, which speaks of the great love of the locals for this kind of vacation.
At the same time, unlike the Russians, the Dutch do not buy all the accessories once for many years - they pick up accessories for camping every year, following the most fashionable trends.
The popularity of camping holidays in the Netherlands suggests that the cost of this holiday is quite low. On vacation, the Dutch usually try to save money, but at the same time they do not want to give up a high-quality and full-fledged vacation, so they choose camping - a comfortable, inexpensive vacation that allows you to completely distinguish between your vacation and the usual city routine.
Features of campsites in the Netherlands
In general, the popularity of camping in this country gives a fairly large selection of camping sites. However, the campsites themselves differ little from each other. These are places intended for family vacations. The Dutch themselves often go camping with the whole family or even several families. Be prepared for the fact that even if you come without family and friends, you will hardly be able to stay alone. Summer houses, tents or caravans are located quite close to save space, so you will always be aware of what is happening with your neighbors. The Dutch are very friendly, they will definitely want to meet you, especially if they see that you have come alone.
Dutch campsites do not have the features of modern "glamping", they are practical and as comfortable as possible. The minimalism of camping is a completely familiar and logical thing for the locals. More often than not, you have to pay extra for increased comfort. Many campsites have pay showers, gyms or swimming pools.
At the same time, while vacationing in a camping in the Netherlands, it is very important to maintain cleanliness everywhere, wash sinks and showers behind you. Entertainment in the camp is quite simple - various sports games, hiking, although most of the camping guests prefer to spend time quietly in nature, enjoy the fresh air and beautiful views.
