News
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Inspiration
Make the most of the 2025 season – apply for early bookings now
As the busy peak season draws to a close, many campsites take it easy in October. Now is the time for entrepreneurs and their teams to take a deep breath and enjoy their own vacation. And it’s time to look ahead to the 2025 season… If you generate bookings and…
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Fairs & News
Successfully preparing for the 2025 season: at B2B trade fairs in the camping industry
Will the 2024 camping season be over for you in just a few weeks? Will you soon be taking some time out to prepare for the 2025 season with renewed vigour? Get inspired, discover the latest trends and ideas, meet colleagues and experts. At the leading trade fairs for camping…
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Data & Numbers
Prices in the high and low season in a European comparison
To what extent do campsites differentiate their prices in order to optimise occupancy and revenue? How high are peak season prices in order to achieve high turnover when demand is high? Are prices lower in the low season to attract guests who are not tied to school holidays? Pricing is…
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News
Trends and challenges for the season 2024 and for the future of camping – PART 2
A few weeks ago, we informed you about the most important trends in the first part of our article on trends and challenges in the camping industry (read part 1 here). Today, we will look at other trends mentioned in our survey and name what our experts believe are…
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Fairs & News
Only three weeks until CARAVAN SALON 2024 – the world’s leading trade fair
+++ This article has been machine translated ++++ From 31 August to 8 September 2024, camping fans, camping entrepreneurs, industry experts and manufacturers of vehicles and accessories will once again be drawn to Düsseldorf. At the world’s largest caravanning and camping trade fair, consumers and trade visitors will find the…
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News
PiNCAMP Awards 2025: Open for your submissions!
Following the successful merger of the camping activities of the three major automobile clubs ANWB (Netherlands), ADAC (Germany) and TCS (Switzerland) into PiNCAMP GmbH, the PiNCAMP Awards will be presented for the first time at the PiNCAMP Gala in Stuttgart at the beginning of 2025. Uwe Frers, CEO…
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Tip
Camping during the Paris 2024 Olympics – ‘Taking part is everything’
Campsites that cater to sports enthusiasts will benefit from the Olympic motto. Here you will find the most important facts about the 2024 Olympics – and ideas on how to bring the Olympic excitement to your campsite. This can bring benefits not only to Parisian or French campsites, but…
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Tip
Trends and challenges for the season 2024 and for the future of camping – PART 1
As we gear up for the summer camping season of 2024, it’s essential to stay ahead of the curve on the latest trends and challenges shaping the camping industry. From evolving traveller preferences to emerging environmental concerns, understanding these dynamics is crucial for campsites to thrive in today’s competitive landscape.
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Tip
Extend the peak season by two weeks – with guests from southern Germany
In Germany, almost all schoolchildren have a six-week summer holiday. Each of the 16 federal states has its own holiday schedule. There are some special features that campsites can take advantage of. The two southern German states are particularly interesting for extending the peak season: Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg have later…
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Inspiration
Opportunities and challenges of specialising in a target group – Episode 1: Nudist camping
Every campsite has its own charm and target groups. The surrounding landscape, location, campsite characteristics, service facilities, climate and, last but not least, the team and philosophy of the campsite operator also influence which guests feel comfortable on the campsite. Many holidaymakers have special interests in their leisure activities and…
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News
Free download: Colouring and puzzle templates for Euro 2024 (DE)
We have also thought of the youngest campers: with our colouring and puzzle templates for Euro 2024, children won’t get bored. Ideal for displaying in the restaurant, in the entertainment centre or at public screenings. Only available in German, but let’s be honest, children understand every language. Download and print…
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Events
Free download: EURO 2024 – Match calendar
The European Football Championship begins. Keep track with our match schedule including all dates, times and venues. Ideal for your office, reception or public viewing area. Suitable for large prints. Download now for free (32 MB)!…
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News
Defying extreme weather – water management on campsites
+++ This text is a machine translation +++ Summary of the PiNCAMPUS webinar ‘All about water’ held in English by Martin Rolletschek, Ecocamping consultant and engineer for environmental technology and renewable energies on 24 May 2024. Climate change is progressing rapidly. Europe is particularly affected.
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Data & Numbers
PiNCAMP Price Analysis Europe 2024
Camping holidays will become significantly more expensive Peak season prices will rise by 14 percent Germany and Sweden still the cheapest camping countries Life is getting more expensive and camping is no exception to this trend. In 2024 campers will have to pay significantly more for their summer holiday in…
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Data & Numbers
A victory for campsites? Public screening during the Euro 2024
The 2024 European Football Championship is just around the corner. Campsites across Europe are preparing to make the sporting event of the year an unforgettable experience for their guests. The results of our survey on public screening and football offers show how the 2024 European Championships will be celebrated at…
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Data & Numbers
The Whitsun holidays in southern Germany – the ‘second peak season’
The Whitsun holidays in southern Germany are a great opportunity to optimise capacity utilisation during the season. The target group is large and has a lot of purchasing power. Campsites that prepare for these guests at an early stage and offer many services and online bookings for the Whitsun period…
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Press
PiNCAMP takes off – Relaunch of anwbcamping.nl successfully completed as the first milestone of the joint venture
Berlin, Zurich, The Hague – With the relaunch of the Dutch camping booking platform anwbcamping.nl, PiNCAMP, the camping portal of the three major mobility clubs ADAC (Germany), ANWB (Netherlands) and TCS (Switzerland), is further expanding its international camping portfolio. ‘10 million campers from the key source markets of Germany, the…
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Data & Numbers
Good news from Germany: mobile camping continues to boom
The boom in motor caravans in Germany has increased significantly in recent years. According to the Federal Motor Transport Authority, almost 908,000 motorhomes were registered at the beginning of the year, which corresponds to an increase of around 8 per cent compared to the previous year. The number has even…
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News
Waste Separation Spotlight: An Analysis of Sustainability Practices at Campsites
© vegefox.com – stock.adobe.com Most surveyed campsites have separate bins for paper, plastic, and glass. This is an important first step in facilitating waste separation and increasing recycling rates. Additionally, some campsites even have labeled waste bins for specific types of waste, further enhancing waste separation effectiveness. Another positive development…
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News
The Emergence of Workation and Wi-Fi: Adapting to the Camping Industry
In recent years, the travel industry has undergone a significant transformation. With the rise of remote work and increasing reliance on technology, traditional vacation norms have evolved. Consequently, the camping industry is experiencing a notable shift towards meeting the demand for workation opportunities and reliable Wi-Fi connectivity. In this article,…
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News
Creating Community Connections: Engaging campers with the local community and why it is a mutual benefit
Beyond providing a place to pitch tents or park campervans, campgrounds serve as gateways to the unique culture, heritage, and experiences offered by nearby towns and regions. With an increasing number of tourists seeking alternatives to conventional holidays, there’s a notable trend towards experiencing the authentic side of destinations –…
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Tip
Cultivating Mental Health Resilience: Practical Strategies for Well-being in the Camping Industry
Within the bustling landscape of camping and tourism, where the pursuit of adventure meets the desire for relaxation, lies a critical yet often overlooked aspect: mental health. In this article, an exploration is undertaken to examine the profound significance of mental well-being within the camping industry and unveil…
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News
Newly Bookable on PiNCAMP: French treasures
In this newsletter edition, we’re delighted to share the exciting news of our camping family’s growth with the addition of five new campsites from France. All five of these newcomers offer unforgettable water experiences, whether it’s by the pool, in the sea, or along the riverbank. Five campsites from France…
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News
8 Essential Tips for Effectively Addressing Negative Reviews
© Supatman - stock.adobe.de Responding to negative reviews can be a challenging task, but it’s an essential aspect of maintaining trust and credibility with valued customers. While it may seem daunting, there are several useful tips and tools that can help make this process more manageable and effective. Let’s explore…
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News
Newly Bookable on PiNCAMP: RCN
In this issue of our newsletter, we’re excited to share a major milestone within our camping community. We’re delighted to announce that PiNCAMP is partnering with RCN, renowned for its collection of exquisite campsites from The Netherlands and France, nestled in the serene and picturesque natural settings. We are happy…
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News
Newly Bookable on PiNCAMP: Vodatent Germany
In this edition of our newsletter, we are thrilled to announce a significant development in our camping community. Several of our beloved campsites, already known for their exceptional hospitality and breathtaking locations, are now teaming up with Vodatent, a renowned provider of luxurious safari tents. That’s right – even more…
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Events
PiNCAMP Gala: These are the winners of the ADAC Camping Awards 2024
Well deserved: Marco Knöpfle from ECOCAMPING in the Hall of Fame International: Winners come from Italy, the Netherlands and Croatia Overview: All winners and nominees of the ADAC Camping Awards The winners of this year’s ADAC Camping Awards have been announced. The winners of Europe’s…
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Events
ANWB Camping of the Year 2024
The ANWB campsites of the year were also honoured at the PiNCAMP Gala 2024. Click here to jump straight to the winners announcement. About the ANWB Campsite of the Year Award The best campsites in the Netherlands and Europe chosen by more than 23,000 campers from 58 nominated…
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ADAC Superplätze
Camping season 2024: these are the best campsites in Europe
+++ This text has been automatically translated from German +++ ● New record: 192 campsites in Europe awarded ADAC Superplatz status ● More quality: 23 new ADAC Superplätze in 2024 ● Number 1 again: France with the highest number of Superplätze ● New: ADAC Camping und Stellplatz…
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News
Holiday Calendar 2024
Maximizing Guest Bookings with Our Tailored Holiday Calender Directly to the download of the Holiday Calendar Photo by Camping Beerze Bulten Multilingual Mastery: A Calendar for Every Camper in 7 languages Holiday calendar 2024 in your language can be found and downloaded at the bottom of this page –…
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Events
PiNCAMP presents the nominations for the ADAC Camping Awards 2024
Berlin, November 28, 2023 – PiNCAMP, the ADAC camping portal, announces the nominees for the ADAC Camping Awards 2024. The campsites planned for the ADAC Camping Awards come from Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Croatia, Austria, the Netherlands and Great Britain. An international commission of 44 camping experts selected the nominees…
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Campsites celebrate the festive season: variety of Christmas and New Year’s Eve offers
+++ This text has been automatically translated from German +++ With the festive season in sight, many campsites are opening their doors to welcome their guests in a festive atmosphere. Our survey on “Christmas and New Year’s Eve offers” provides insights into special winter activities, festive Christmas…
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Fairs & News
ADAC, ANWB and TCS join forces in Camping
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Fairs & News
PiNCAMPUS from 24.10.-03.11.2023
From 24.10. to 03.11.2023, the new international edition of "PiNCAMPUS", our webinar series for camping entrepreneurs and branch participants, will take place. In two themed weeks, you can watch exciting webinars on data, marketing, market research and sustainability.
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Camping trends in Germany: Travellers’ preferences and habits – ADAC Study Part 2
+++ This text has been automatically translated from German +++ The ADAC survey analysing the camper target group provides informative insights into the preferences and travel habits of German campers. For 55% of camping holidaymakers, Germany is the preferred destination, with Bavaria and Mecklenburg-Vorpommern being particularly popular.
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Findings from the ADAC survey analysing the camping target group – Part 1
+++ This text has been automatically translated from German +++ Find out the most important results of the ADAC study on the target group analysis of campers. The study provides insightful findings and trends on camping tourism in Germany: Camping is becoming more and more important…
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Caravan Salon in the plus: more than a quarter of a million guests and optimistic experts
+++ This text has been automatically translated from German +++ This year’s Caravan Salon came to an end on September 3 with a strong increase in visitors: according to Messe Düsseldorf’s final announcement, the trade fair organizers and around 750 exhibitors were delighted with…
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Camping Tourism 2023: What changes in the orientation and preferences of campers does the Focus Caravaning Business Report show?
+++ This text has been automatically translated from German +++ The camping sector is going through several developments in 2023 that provide insight into the changing preferences of campers. Although a considerable number of 18.2 million people still succumb to the allure of caravanning, there is a…
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Public transport connections: a plus for campsite businesses
+++ This text has been automatically translated from German +++ The availability of public transport makes campsites particularly attractive for mobile home campers and motorhome owners who do not want to move their vehicle from the pitch. It also appeals to environmentally conscious travellers who want to…
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High demand, work & camp, retro and e-trends: Caravan Salon gets off to a flying start
+++ This text has been automatically translated from German +++ On 25 August, the Caravan Salon opened with the well-attended Preview Day. Thousands of guests, industry and press representatives flocked to the leading trade fair on the very first day. More than 750 exhibitors, including PiNCAMP and…