| Laura Bijster | Reading time: 17 minutes |

Small-scale campsites in North Limburg: 10 fine addresses for peace, space and outdoor life

Get away for a while, without crowded fields and crowds around you? Then North Limburg is the place to be. Here you can camp by the water, among fruit trees, in a farmyard or right by woods and heathland. It is precisely this variety that makes small-scale campsites in North Limburg so nice. You have peace, space and always something beautiful nearby. From Plasmolen to Swolgen: these are 10 great addresses where you can really feel the outdoors and discover the region at your leisure.

  1. On the waterfront in Plasmolen
  2. Farm feeling in Beringe
  3. Between Smakt and Venray in the green
  4. Quiet accommodation between Venlo and Arcen
  5. On the edge of the Maasduinen in Nieuw Bergen
  6. Camping among the fruit trees in Sevenum
  7. Close to forest and heathland in Swolgen
  8. Forest, forest trails and a natural pool in Gennep
  9. A spot of happiness in Horst
  10. Silence on the edge of Dubbroek

1. On the waterfront in Plasmolen

Camping Eldorado in Plasmolen is one such place where the outdoor feeling starts right away. The campsite is located on the Mookerplas and has its own marina. That makes this a fine base if you like camping with water all around you and want to explore the north of Limburg at the same time. Here, Plasmolen and the Mookerheide are nicely located close to each other, with plenty of opportunities to go out and then relax on the water.

Editor's tip:
First explore the Mookerheide via the 3-kilometre hiking trail and then slide into Pancake Bakery Plasmolen. Especially with children, this is a fine combo. First go outside, then pancakes on the table.

Witteweg 18, Plasmolen

Discover Eldorado on the waterfront

2. Farm feeling in Beringe

BoeBaDoe FarmCamps in Beringe is one such place where the outdoors and comfort come together beautifully. Here, you stay on an active dairy farm, in glamping tents among the cows and chickens. That makes this a great base if you are looking for the camping feeling, but like a little more convenience. Especially with children, this is one big adventure. The yard, the animals and the rhythm of the farm will soon make your stay here a memory in itself.

Editor's tip:
Want to get out and about? Then take a trip to Strandbad BreeBronne and hang out at the beach bar afterwards. With water, sand and something tasty to go with it, this is one of those afternoons that just ends up being longer than planned.

Haambergweg 14,Beringe

Experience farm life here

3. Between Smakt and Venray in the green

Camping De Oude Barrier in Smakt is one such place where you are quiet but have plenty of everything around you. Located in a wooded area between Smakt and Venray, the campsite is small-scale and child-friendly. With outdoor pools and lots of greenery around you, this is a fine base for families who like to be outdoors. You're just secluded enough here for peace and quiet, but in a place where a nice afternoon or a spontaneous outing is easily found.

Editor's tip:
First grab the pilgrim village of Smakt and then slide into Café Restaurant 't Pelgrimshuis. There you can go for lunch, dinner or just a cup of coffee on the terrace. Just right after a quiet afternoon in this corner of northern Limburg.

Maasheseweg 93, Smakt

View this campsite in green

4. Quiet accommodation between Venlo and Arcen

Hovershof Farm and Minicamping in Velden is one of those places where you automatically slow down. The campsite is right on the Pieterpad and near the river Maas. That makes this a fine base if you like small-scale camping but want to get out and about easily. The farm environment gives the stay something cosy. Just being outside and having all the space you need to let the day unfold quietly.

Editor's tip:
Make a day out of Arcen. First stroll through the Kasteeltuinen Arcen and then get an ice cream at IJssalon Clevers Arcen, with terrace by the river Meuse. That way you have flowers, water and something delicious in one afternoon.

Vorstweg 50, Velden

Relax at the Hovershof

5. On the edge of the Maasduinen in Nieuw Bergen

Farm Campsite De Smal in Nieuw Bergen is one such place where you can feel nature close at hand right away. The campsite is on the edge of National Park De Maasduinen and within walking distance of the centre of Nieuw Bergen. That makes this a fine base if you like to combine peace and convenience. It's green and quiet, but also easy to get to the village. From here, you can discover the Maasduinen without having to look far.

Editor's tip:
Take a trip to Bleijenbeek Castle ruins in Afferden and then settle down at Boscafé 't Rimpelt. First look around the ruins, then coffee, lunch or something fresh in the middle of the greenery.

Siebengewaldseweg 101, Nieuw Bergen

Discover this green spot near the Maasduinen region

6. Camping among fruit trees in Sevenum

Bergerhof Sleeping in Sevenum is one of those places where you immediately feel like staying a bit longer. You camp here on a historic farm, with a mini-campsite among the fruit trees. That makes this a great base if you like rural camping and like a place that stays small and manageable. Here you are in a quiet place, but with plenty of outings nearby. That makes it easy to combine being outdoors and going out.

Editor's tip: Make it a day at Toverland and then relax at the campsite. After all the rollercoasters, shows and impressions, this is just the place to take a quiet moment to enjoy yourself.

Op den Bergen 8, Sevenum

Stay among the fruit trees

7. Close to forest and heathland in Swolgen

Forest Camp De Okkernoot in Swolgen is one such place that automatically makes you feel a little quieter. The mini campsite is located just outside the village, right by woods and heathland, with the Pieterpad nearby. You sleep here on a small scale, quietly and close to nature. That makes this a fine base if you like to spend a few days outdoors, without crowds around you. Here, being outdoors doesn't start with an outing, but simply as soon as you put down your camping chair.

Editor's tip:
Take a trip to Arcen and dive into the world of beer at the Hertog Jan Proeverij. Afterwards, you need look no further, as you can immediately settle down there for something delicious to go with it too.

Vlasweg 3, Swolgen

Discover this place at your leisure

8. Forest, forest trails and a natural pool in Gennep

Camping De Bloksberg in Gennep is one such place where you really are in the middle of the greenery. Located in the Maasduinen region, the campsite stands out because of the natural water on site. That makes this a fine base if you prefer to leave days outside wide open. A quick trip into the woods, then back to your spot and see what else you feel like doing. It is precisely this loose, relaxed atmosphere that makes this campsite attractive to campers who like to be outside a lot.

Editor's tip: First dive into Gennep for 1641 Experience the Siege, a free exhibition in the old town hall. Afterwards, stroll around the fortified town and get an ice cream at Smelt Gennep. That way you'll grab history, atmosphere and something refreshing in one go.

Stiemensweg 185-187, Gennep

Explore the Maasduinen at De Bloksberg

9. A spot of happiness in Horst

Landgoed De Gortmeule in Horst is one such place where outdoor living feels naturally simple. You sleep here between orchard, yard and field, on a small-scale campsite with plenty of peace and quiet around you. That makes this a fine base if you like to unwind in a place with its own character. The greenery, the space and the quiet set-up ensure that you quickly get into the right rhythm here. Just being outside, without needing much extra.

Editor's tip: Fancy something surprising? Then step inside Mind Mystery in Horst and then slide into Gossimijne Horst. First sharpen your senses, then settle down together for tapas in the centre of Horst.

Gortmolenweg 19, Horst aan de Maas.

Experience tranquillity on the Gortmeule

10. Silence on the edge of Dubbroek

Minicamping In 't Niet in Maasbree is one such place where tranquillity really plays the leading role. The campsite is located on the edge of nature reserve Dubbroek, between woods and agricultural fields. That makes this a fine base if you like waking up in green surroundings and prefer to spend a few days outdoors without much fuss. Everything here feels small, quiet and uncluttered. Just right if you are looking for peace, space and a few days of relaxation.

Editor's tip: Start quietly in Dubbroek and then slide into De Vermaekerij in Maasbree. First into the silence, then down for lunch or dinner. That fits this campsite exactly.

Dubbroek 5a, Maasbree

Enjoy the silence at In 't Niet

Great examples include Camping Eldorado, Hovershof Farm and Minicamping, Bergerhof Sleeping, Minicamping In 't Niet, Landgoed De Gortmeule, Camping De Bloksberg, BoeBaDoe FarmCamps, Farm Camping De Smal, Camping De Oude Barrier and Forest Camp De Okkernoot.

Camping Eldorado, Bergerhof Sleeping, BoeBaDoe FarmCamps and De Oude Barrier are great choices if you are out and about with children.

Minicamping In 't Niet is adult only and is located on the outskirts of Dubbroek. Landgoed De Gortmeule and Forest Camp De Okkernoot are also a good fit if you are looking for peace and greenery above all.

Camping De Bloksberg is located in the Maasduinen, De Smal is on the edge of the national park and from Swolgen, too, you are right in the green.

Hovershof, Bergerhof Sleeping, BoeBaDoe FarmCamps and De Smal all clearly have a farm or estate feel.

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