Accessible campsites: key tips for a barrier-free holiday

 

When planning a camping holiday, it is essential that your chosen accommodation has facilities and services adapted to ensure a comfortable and safe experience for everyone, including people with reduced mobility.

An accessible campsite not only meets accessibility regulations but also provides solutions that make staying and moving around the campsite easier. If you’re looking for the ideal campsite, here’s what it should offer to be truly inclusive.

1. Accessible and comfortable accommodations
Bungalows, mobile homes, and other campsite accommodations should be designed with accessibility in mind, featuring:
🏠 Ramps instead of steps.
🚪 Wider doors for wheelchair access.
🚿 Adapted bathrooms with grab bars and walk-in showers.
🛏 Spacious areas to move around easily inside. Some campsites, like Camping Salatà, have adapted bungalows for a comfortable, barrier-free stay.

2. Accessible pitches with facilities
If you prefer to stay in a pitch with a caravan or tent, it’s important that the campsite offers:
✅ Easy-access pitches without slopes or uneven ground.
✅ Nearby electricity and water connections to avoid long trips.
✅ Adapted common areas with accessible paths and clear signage.

3. Adapted sanitary facilities
An accessible campsite must provide bathrooms and showers with enough space for wheelchairs, grab bars, and accessible faucets. Laundry and sink areas should also be at an appropriate height for ease of use.

4. Accessible pools and leisure areas
To ensure inclusion in all activities, campsite pools should offer:
🏊 Ramps or hoists for water access.
🪑 Adapted relaxation areas with space for wheelchairs.
🛶 Accessible activities such as adapted water sports or barrier-free excursions.

5. Barrier-free restaurants and common areas
Restaurants, supermarkets, and leisure areas should be designed without architectural barriers, with accessible tables, menus in adapted formats (Braille, easy-to-read), and staff trained to assist people with different needs.

6. Trained staff and assistance if needed
An accessible campsite is defined not only by its facilities but also by the attitude and training of its team. Staff should be ready to assist people with reduced mobility when necessary.

Camping Salatà: an accessible option on the Costa Brava
If you’re looking for an accessible campsite on the Costa Brava, Camping Salatà offers adapted accommodations, accessible bathrooms, and barrier-free common areas so everyone can enjoy a worry-free holiday.

Choose a campsite that adapts to you and enjoy an inclusive, barrier-free experience!