Winter camping in Portugal
Tips and activities to do during the winter camping: weather, clothes you will need, list of activities to do and to visit and more suggestions.
Campervan or Hotel Stay? When planning your next adventure, one critical decision can shape your entire experience: your accommodation choice. Should you embrace the outdoors with a campervan or stick to the conventional comfort of hotels? This guide dives deep into the pros and cons, helping you decide between hotel stay vs campervan, and other travel options.
Without a doubt, campervans offer unmatched flexibility and freedom, allowing travellers to explore scenic routes, remote destinations, and nature-rich areas at their own pace. For instance, you can wake up to the sound of waves crashing against a secluded beach or park your temporary home beneath a canopy of starry skies.
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Discover all this and more with our campervans! Embark on your dream adventure, combining practicality, freedom, and comfort to create unforgettable memories.
On the other hand, hotels deliver comfort, luxury, and convenience, especially for those who prefer a more relaxed and structured travel experience. They are ideal for urban trips or travellers who enjoy pampering themselves with fine dining and room service.
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The choice between camping vs a hotel stay ultimately depends on your travel preferences. Campervans provide the perfect solution if you’re an adventure seeker craving unique experiences and nature-filled escapes. In contrast, if comfort and urban exploration are your priorities, a hotel stay is likely your best bet.
Hotel Stay vs Campervan: Key Considerations
When weighing a hotel stay vs a campervan, it’s important to consider the type of trip you’re planning. For example, big families may enjoy the space and security of hotels. Meanwhile, couples or solo travelers often prefer the intimate and adventurous vibe of campervan camping.
If you’re feeling inspired to try campervan camping for your next trip, explore our affordable options at Ocean Camper. From cosy vehicles to expert tips on outdoor adventures, we’re here to help make your getaway unforgettable.
If you’re feeling inspired to try campervan camping for your next trip, explore our affordable options at Ocean Camper. From cosy vehicles to expert tips on outdoor adventures, we’re here to help make your getaway unforgettable.
Tips and activities to do during the winter camping: weather, clothes you will need, list of activities to do and to visit and more suggestions.
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As of now, sleeping overnight in a van is permitted, with some restrictions. It is forbidden to stay overnight in all natural protected areas, natural reserves and parks (marked with dark green in google maps, e.g. Costa Vicentina Natural Park), also including places that have specific signs saying campervans are not allowed. Except for these places, you can stay overnight for up to a maximum of 48h.
Moreover, out of common ethics, you must respect private houses, gardens, coffees and other businesses, by not camping or making meals in front of those. Also, during the summer, in busy parking lots, you must not occupy more than one parking place with camping equipment.
We advise staying overnight in places purposely prepared for this matter. Here are some suggestions where you can camp for an overnight:
Respecting the parking lot: during the day at crowded parking lots, do not occupy the parking next to you with the camping table and chairs, especially near crowded beaches.
Managing the trash: Throw the garbage bags in the big garbage bin, and close with the lid in order that curious animals such as foxes and birds will not be able to access the trash. Do not put your big garbage bag in small garbage bins, as these small bins are meant for small amounts of trash. If you don’t mind, collect the trash in nature near to you, even if it is not yours, help us to make nature cleaner than it was.
Please, never leave any toilet paper in nature, it takes very long to disappear and it is the main reason for strict camping rules in Portugal.
It is forbidden to make a fire during the dry season in Portugal. We recommend using in the campsites the small bbq that we provide for free with a campervan or tent. For this, you only have to buy coal, which makes minimal smoke, and you will be able, not only to grill fish, meat and vegetables but also warm up feet while drinking a glass of wine and appreciating the stars during the night.
For a safe bbq, be sure that it is not too windy, never leave a fire unattended, keep some water supply nearby and when leaving your fire, turn it off with water (e.g. with the shower in our vans), making it fully extinguished. In case of fire call emergency number 112.
These are shortly the main rules of camping in Portugal. If you have any suggestions to add to this list please do not hesitate to contact us.
Ocean Camper wishes a safe and pleasant camping holiday in Portugal.
Tips and activities to do during the winter camping: weather, clothes you will need, list of activities to do and to visit and more suggestions.
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As of now, sleeping overnight in a van is permitted, with some restrictions. It is forbidden to stay overnight in all natural protected areas, natural reserves and parks (marked with dark green in google maps, e.g. Costa Vicentina Natural Park), also including places that have specific signs saying campervans are not allowed. Except for these places, you can stay overnight for up to a maximum of 48h.
Moreover, out of common ethics, you must respect private houses, gardens, coffees and other businesses, by not camping or making meals in front of those. Also, during the summer, in busy parking lots, you must not occupy more than one parking place with camping equipment.
We advise staying overnight in places purposely prepared for this matter. Here are some suggestions where you can camp for an overnight:
Respecting the parking lot: during the day at crowded parking lots, do not occupy the parking next to you with the camping table and chairs, especially near crowded beaches.
Managing the trash: Throw the garbage bags in the big garbage bin, and close with the lid in order that curious animals such as foxes and birds will not be able to access the trash. Do not put your big garbage bag in small garbage bins, as these small bins are meant for small amounts of trash. If you don’t mind, collect the trash in nature near to you, even if it is not yours, help us to make nature cleaner than it was.
Please, never leave any toilet paper in nature, it takes very long to disappear and it is the main reason for strict camping rules in Portugal.
It is forbidden to make a fire during the dry season in Portugal. We recommend using in the campsites the small bbq that we provide for free with a campervan or tent. For this, you only have to buy coal, which makes minimal smoke, and you will be able, not only to grill fish, meat and vegetables but also warm up feet while drinking a glass of wine and appreciating the stars during the night.
For a safe bbq, be sure that it is not too windy, never leave a fire unattended, keep some water supply nearby and when leaving your fire, turn it off with water (e.g. with the shower in our vans), making it fully extinguished. In case of fire call emergency number 112.
These are shortly the main rules of camping in Portugal. If you have any suggestions to add to this list please do not hesitate to contact us.
Ocean Camper wishes a safe and pleasant camping holiday in Portugal.
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Tips and activities to do during the winter camping: weather, clothes you will need, list of activities to do and to visit and more suggestions.
Free collection and return in our shop near Faro Airport.
Check-in from 03 PM to 12 PM and check-out from 04 AM to 11 AM.
Choose your preferred insurance option and add additional equipment if you wish.
Pay 30% to guarantee the reservation and the remaining 70% at check-in.
Any doubts or questions? Do not hesitate to contact us at info@oceancamper.com or +351 920 301 044 (SMS, WhatsApp or Telegram).
