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General
- Family-run campsite amid alpine scenery in the Gesäuse National Park
- Five minutes’ drive to gorge walks and Mendlingtal Adventure World
- Rafting and kayaking on site; restaurant and shop in walking distance
If you look for a combination of spectacular nature and adventure on your camping holidays, this could be the right place for you. In a magical alpine setting surrounded by meadows, orchards and forests, family-run Camping Palfau is located in Landl’s Gesäuse National Park and is the springboard to rafting and canyoning adventures on the Salzatal river as well as hiking and cycling in the mountains.
The pitches are scattered across various tree-shaded terrains – out of high season you can pick your own spot – all with a sunny location and mountain views. Facilities across the campsite include a communal firepit, electric hook-ups and water, as well as wifi in the public areas.
Drinks, coffee and ice cream are available 24/7 on a self-serve basis, and a small essentials store is within a few minutes’ walk, along with a wooden, chalet-style restaurant that serves hot food until 8pm. On summer evenings, film screenings are held at the site.
Open from 04/28/2023 to 10/15/2023
Site type
Languages spoken
✓ English
✓ German
Please note
Entertainment and activities are available between 28/04 and 08/10.
A cable measuring at least 15 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
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Max. persons: 6 x
Pitch size : unlimited
Ground type: Grass

Max. persons: 6 x
Pitch size : unlimited
Ground type: Grass

Max. persons: 6 x
Pitch size : unlimited
Ground type: Grass

Max. persons: 6 x
Pitch size : unlimited
Ground type: Grass

Reviews
For us 10 out of 10 :)
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Features
Leisure on park
Bar or club house
Cycle hire
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Fitness centre
Indoor swimming pool
Kids' club
On-site restaurant/cafe
Outdoor swimming pool
Playground
Recreation room/arcade
TV room
Takeout
Tennis
Watersports
Amenities on park
Bath available
Car parking by site/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
Dog park
Drying room
Free wifi
Grocery store
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Laundromat
Parent & baby washroom
Payphone
Pick-up from public transport
Portable toilet
Pub toilets
Restrooms
Shower available
Washing-up area
Wifi
Groups welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Barbecue grills allowed
Barbecue provided
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed all year
Themes
Hikers’ paradise
Remote location
Spectacular scenery
Wildlife haven
Utilities
Charging facilities
Dump station
Electric car charging point(s)
Propane/gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Convenience store nearby
Dog walk nearby
Type
Farm
Medium (26-50 sites)
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Restaurant nearby
Tennis nearby
Watersports nearby
Location
Local attractions
Camping Palfau is an ideal starting point for whitewater tours on the Salzatal river nearby – you can book rafting and canyoning tours directly on site as well as hire all the gear you need. Walking excursions can be organised too, including testing hikes past cliffside waterfalls in the awe-inspiring Palfauer Wasserlochklamm gorge (five minutes’ drive).
The UNESCO-listed Nature and Geopark Styrian Eisenwurzen (25 minutes) is another fantastic spot for adrenaline-inducing whitewater rafting as well as exploring deep inside subterranean limestone complexes like Kraus Cave (10 minutes).
Thankfully, the geopark is also home of gentler pursuits: Mendlingtal Adventure World (five minutes’ drive) highlights the region’s forest heritage with tours of an historic forgeman’s house, grain mill and a bakery. See how wood was once transported down the river at the Austrian Forest Museum Silvanum (15 minutes), where there are also sledge and raft rides to keep the kids entertained, or you can tire them out further with high-ropes courses and archery lessons.
Policies
Permitted arrival/departure time
Camping and touring | ||
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Arrive: | noon – | 8 p.m. |
Depart by: | noon |
Camping Palfau cancellation policy
Balance refunds: no penalties
The park is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.
If you need to cancel or amend your booking, please give as much notice as possible so that someone else has the chance to book. You may wish to buy holiday insurance for cancellations and for your property/injury whilst away.
Please note that your deposit is paid to Pitchup.com and is non-refundable.
Payment
A 15% non-refundable deposit is payable now.
The remainder is payable direct to Camping Palfau on arrival.
Tax
Local city tax of €2,00 (R37,51) per person per night at least age 15 is not included and must be paid on arrival.
Payment methods accepted on the park
CashVisa
MasterCard
Maestro
Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditionsVideo
- How much is payable upfront? A 15% transferable deposit is payable when you book, with the balance payable on arrival. Read more
- Does Camping Palfau have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Camping Palfau dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Camping Palfau? Camping Palfau is an ideal starting point for whitewater tours on the Salzatal river nearby – you can book rafting and canyoning tours directly on site as well as hire all the … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Camping Palfau?
Camping and touring Arrive: noon – 8 p.m. Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at Camping Palfau? From R487,65 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party. Check prices and availability