Campsites for backpackers in Portugal

Douro Camping

• Well-equipped site two kilometres from the centre of Miranda
• Local cuisine, theme nights and barbecue facilities all on offer
• Pool, sunbathing terrace, playground, tennis and regular events

Tugatok

• Peaceful rural Algarve campsite 10 minutes’ drive from Olhão
• Ria Formosa Natural Park 10 minutes’ drive; beaches 15 minutes
• Pitches among olive trees; camping kitchen and communal dining area

Dreamsea Surf Camp Portugal

• Lively glamping site 200 metres from Praia da Galé beach
• Swimming pool, tennis court, wifi and beach bar with DJs
• Surf lessons from professional instructors on site

Vilamoura Rustic Motorhome Aire

• Adults-only site created by motorhomers
• Dolphin watching, scuba diving and boat trips from Vilamoura
• Movie nights and café showing all the main sporting fixtures

Floresta das Lebres

Gaio Camping

Parque Campismo Rural - Vale do Beijames

• Leafy site in the spectacular Serra da Estrela Natural Park valley
• A half-hour drive from Covilhã and 45 minutes from Guarda and Fundão
• Bar-restaurant, barbecue area and a shop selling local farm produce

Parque de Campismo Campimeco

• Peaceful 220,000-square-metre site between a pine forest and the sea
• A 10-minute drive from Aldeia do Meco; direct access to Bicas beach
• Outdoor swimming pool, games room and restaurant

Parque de Campismo da Praia do Pedrógão

• In a pinewood five minutes' walk from the beach in Pedrógão
• Half an hour's drive from the castle and museums of Leiria
• Restaurant, bar, communal grill and mini market on site

Parque de Campismo do Pinheiro

• Spacious pine-filled park 15 minutes' walk from São Mateus
• Within walking distance of a beach, birdwatching reserve and ferries
• Barbecue area, dining room and kitchen with woodburning oven

Parque De Campismo Vieira

• Family-friendly site 10 minutes’ walk from white-sand beach
• A 15-minute drive from Marinha Grande, and 30 minutes from Leiria
• Bar, restaurant and games room on site

Gimitas

• Peaceful site in spectacular surroundings with walking all around
• On 2.5 hectares of nature reserve, 15 minutes' drive from Ourique
• Friendly laidback vibe on a site kept as natural as possible

Parque de Campismo e Caravanismo Termas de Melgaço

• Among mountains near the Minho river
• A short walk from Melgaço Spa and a public pool
• Kids' club, play area, games cabin and barbecues

Granny's Farm

• Among the stunning scenery of a Madeira valley and mountains
• Peaceful setting 10 minutes’ drive from the coast at Quebramar
• Pick your own fruit and veg from the colourful trees and gardens

Redondo Lodges and Camping

• Scenic rural pitches on an old olive farm with a pool and bar
• A 15-minute drive or 25-minute bus from the centre of Tomar
• Playground, outdoor gym, volleyball and table tennis; meals available

Prazer da Natureza Resort & Spa

• Peaceful family-friendly site in Vilar de Mouros
• 20 minutes' drive from popular surfing and windsurfing beaches
• Well-equipped spa with gym, pool, sauna, Jacuzzi and massages

Alenquer Camping & Bungalows

• Set 2km from Alenquer village and 30km north of Lisbon
• In an area surrounded by vineyards and known for its red wine
• Pool, bar, restaurant, library, playground and sunbathing area