Glamping in the Campine

Why glamping in the Campine?

The Campine is unjustly Belgium's least-known glamping region. It has one trump card the Ardennes cannot offer: absolute silence. No rushing river, no tourist bustle. In the middle of the heath or beside a Campine fishing pond, the night is so still you can hear nature breathe. For anyone who lives in a city, that is an experience in its own right. The region also offers plenty of activities that suit a quiet stay: cycling, fishing, kayaking on the Kleine Nete or walks through De Wijers.

What does a Campine glamping accommodation offer?

Glamping accommodations in the Campine are generally small-scale. Most belong to a farm or a small recreation estate. You will find a safari tent or tiny house with a real bed, a private bathroom and a terrace or veranda. Fire pits are almost standard, and so is the barbecue. Prices are usually a little lower than in the Ardennes: 60 to 160 euros per night for two.

Tips for glamping in the Campine

• The finest time for glamping in the Campine is August, when the heather blooms. Book in good time for that period.
• Bring a bicycle or ask whether the owner rents them out. The Campine is a cycling paradise and many glamping sites sit on cycle routes.
• There are mosquitoes in the Campine, especially near the ponds. Bring a spray and ask whether the tent has a mosquito net.
• Ask whether dogs are allowed before you book. Not every glamping site accepts pets.