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Camping in the Pyrenees

That's why you should camp in the Pyrenees:

  • Mediterranean ambience meets high alpine landscapes.
  • Proximity to historic towns and idyllic villages.
  • A wide range of activities such as hiking, skiing and thermal baths.
  • Culinary delights with hearty, regional specialities.

The Pyrenees offer unique camping in a landscape where Alpine beauty meets Mediterranean ambience. Picturesque mountain villages and historic towns, surrounded by lush forests and spectacular peaks, invite you to explore. Outdoor activities such as hiking in Ordesa National Park and rafting enrich the experience. The local gastronomy with hearty stews and trout dishes promises culinary delights, complemented by warm hospitality in a region that delights nature lovers and culture seekers.

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The mountain range lies between France, Spain and Andorra and serves as a natural border between countries. The massif is divided into the Western or Atlantic Pyrenees, the High or Central Pyrenees and the Eastern Pyrenees, stretching from the Mediterranean to the Atlantic. Due to its partly high alpine landscapes as well as lush forests and nature parks, the region is ideal for camping in the mountains and nature camping in a Mediterranean ambience.

Special features of camping in the Pyrenees

As the Mediterranean counterpart to the Central European Alps, the Pyrenees have numerous high mountains, which are often covered by glacier caps. Happy cows graze on the high alpine pastures and picturesque villages of stone houses make for marvellous photo opportunities. The region also boasts a wealth of natural forests and nature reserves.

Architecturally, the region often seems to have been left in times long past, as romantic chapels line the paths time and again. But you can also easily visit beautiful towns in or near the mountain massif. The capital of Andorra, Andorra la Vella, the pilgrimage site of Lourdes and the vibrant metropolis of Toulouse are all within easy reach.

How to get there

Perpignan is located in France near the Spanish border. The medieval city on the Mediterranean is an ideal starting point for camping in the Pyrenees. The Saarland city of Saarbrücken near the French border is a good starting point for travelling to Perpignan by motorhome or campervan. A particularly recommendable route is the 980 kilometre journey down through France to the south. It passes or touches such spectacular landscapes as the western Alps, Provence and the Mediterranean coast. The A4 first leads past the picturesque city of Metz and then on the A31 along the Parc naturel régional de Lorraine.

A stopover is then recommended in the majestic city of Nancy, which provides a pleasant break with its pompous squares and chic cafés. Dijon, the hometown of the world-famous mustard, is the next stop on the A31. Lyon, the capital of the province of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, is the next stop on the way to Perpignan. Here too, travellers have a wide range of places to stop for refreshments. The last major cities on the route are Avignon and Montpellier on the Mediterranean coast - both known for their southern French lifestyle and maritime cuisine.

Destinations in the Pyrenees

The beautiful towns and villages in the Pyrenees are united by their picturesque location in the fertile mountain valleys and the heritage of the mountains. Whether it's the Spanish side, the French side or the small state of Andorra.

Andorra la Vella

The capital of Andorra is located in the valley between two imposing mountain ranges and exudes a wild and romantic charm. The city and the small country in general are ideal for hiking and winter sports.

Andorra la Vella also offers heavenly relaxation with the Caldea thermal baths, the largest spa in Europe. The 6,000 m² spa features saunas, bubble baths, lagoons, a grapefruit pool, waterfalls, warm marble slabs and much more.

Lourdes

The French town of Lourdes is known worldwide as a place of pilgrimage with the grotto where the Virgin Mary is said to have appeared to the 14-year-old Bernadette Soubirous. Since then, pilgrims have flocked here every day, with the number of visitors now totalling 6 million annually.

Apart from the Grotto of the Virgin Mary, Lourdes also offers other charming buildings and activities. For example, the Château Fort is perched high on the rock, with a museum displaying regional artefacts and works of art. For visitors who find the short but steep climb too challenging, there is a lift for easy access.

Activities and excursions

Camping in the Pyrenees is complemented by a variety of sporting activities and particularly beautiful excursion destinations. Long forest walks, enjoyable ski tours or challenging mountain hikes are just some of the regional options.

Rafting

The Hautes-Pyrénées department offers action-packed opportunities to conquer the rivers by rubber dinghy with a guide. The special boats usually offer space for 6 to 8 people. The official tours always take place under the guidance of a qualified expert, thus ensuring maximum safety. Alternatively, mini rafts are also available. They can accommodate 3 to 5 people, offer more autonomy and are generally easier to operate.

Hiking on the Spanish side of the Pyrenees

If you love the Alps, you will love the Pyrenees. Although the Pyrenees don't have huge 4,000 metre peaks, the landscape is very similar to the Alps and at the same time the Mediterranean influence is omnipresent, especially on the Spanish side. There are numerous, very rustic mountain huts suitable for overnight stays, which also provide the necessary catering.

One of the many possible hiking routes on the Spanish side leads through the fabulously beautiful Ordesa National Park. Lush pine forests line the gorges and high mountains sit enthroned on the high plateaus. One or two mountain lakes provide wonderfully cool refreshment.

Gastronomy

No matter which side of the Pyrenean ridge you are on, everyone agrees that hearty, honest cuisine is the tastiest. High-alpine dishes such as sheep's cheese, game, trout and savoury stews have always been a firm favourite and have always provided strength and energy to shepherds and farmers.

The Spanish autonomous community of Navarre is known for its trout, which is marinated in slices of ham and fried with parsley. Other regional specialities include partridge in chocolate sauce and pigeon in red wine. Hearty mountain specialities: garlic soup and hearty vegetable soups are popular in the mountains. Pollo al chilindrón is poultry with a delicious sauce of tomatoes, peppers and onions. It goes well with a dry red wine.

Best time to visit

A total of 2,000 hours of sunshine shine down on the mountain ranges throughout the year and are in no way inferior to the French Mediterranean coast. During the summer months of July and August, maximum temperatures of 26 to 28 degrees Celsius are reached and the region is dominated by glorious summer weather. An ideal time to enjoy a stay at a campsite in the Pyrenees.

During spring, the temperature reaches between 16 and 24 degrees centigrade and rainfall is more frequent. Autumn, from September onwards, is drier and usually between 20 and 25 degrees Celsius. Depending on the altitude, winter is mild to cold.

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