Eurocamp Packing List: What to Pack for a Family Holiday

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Lots of people message me to ask ‘What do I need to pack for a Eurocamp holiday?’ so I’ve made a comprehensive packing list to get you started. When it comes to packing, things can get a bit tricky if you’re trying to keep the luggage light – it’s not so easy for self-catering holidays! There are also certain extra items I think are handy – which are specific to Eurocamp holidays – that I’ve discovered along the way. This article covers what to pack for your Eurocamp family holiday, ensuring you have everything you need without overstuffing the car or your suitcases.

Eurocamp Holiday Packing List:

Travel Essentials

You’ll need all of the usual travel essentials and documents for your Eurocamp holiday – I like to pack ours away in my family passport organiser to keep print outs, passports and a list of day out options together. You’ll need:

Passports (check expiration dates – you need at least 6 months for European travel)
Travel insurance documents
GHIC cards (these don’t replace travel insurance – if you’re unsure check my GHIC guide)
Driver’s licence (particularly for road trips or car hire)
Ferry or Eurotunnel booking confirmation
Your printed Eurocamp travel voucher – it’ll come through via email a few weeks before you travel – you’ll need to give it to the reception area when you check in.
Spending money and travel cards
Mobile phones and chargers
European plug adapters and an extension cable
An eSIM – set it up before you travel to avoid paying expensive roaming charges – we use Holafly.

For the Eurocamp Accommodation

All of the Eurocamp holiday homes that we’ve stayed in have had a basic welcome kit which is really handy – it contains things washing up liquid, a sponge, a cloth and cleaning liquid – so these are things that you won’t need to pack. Though, you’ll likely need some extra washing up liquid and obviously one toilet roll won’t cut it! 😂

Here’s a packing list of the main things that you’ll need for your Eurocamp accommodation:

Tea towel
Extra washing up liquid
Handwash and a hand towel for the bathroom
Dishwasher tablets (if you’ll have one)
Kitchen roll
Toilet rolls
Bin bags
Coffee and tea
Hairdryer
Bed linen, towels and pool/beach towels unless you have added it on or it’s included with your Eurocamp accommodation type.

Over the years, I’ve also found there are a few things that are Eurocamp holiday specific when it comes to what to pack. We’ve actually stayed at 20 Eurocamp holiday parks since 2020 so this packing list focuses on the extras you might want to consider:

A travel kettle: Some lower range Eurocamp accommodation types only have hob kettles so we usually bring our little travel kettle from Amazon just in case.
A cooking tray: There are always plenty of saucepans but the ovens often only have one cooking tray (madness!) so, if you can, pack an extra cooking tray.
Entertainment: Only the Ultimate Range, and some Premium Exclusive holiday homes, come with TVs so save some movies on a laptop or tablet for when you want to relax. Bring playing cards, board games, books and colouring etc for the kids too. (You can typically borrow some bits from the Eurocamp reception as well.)
Eye masks: In recent years, we’ve found most holiday homes have blackout blinds but I always bring extra bin bags and sellotape, plus eye masks, just in case.
Pillows: Usually they’ll just be one pillow per person – though there might also be some on any spare beds – so we like to take extra pillows if we’re driving.
Laundry bits: I always decant some laundry detergent into a small bottle – Eurocamp accommodation comes with a drying rack, and the resorts have laundry rooms, so it’s handy in case you need to wash out some undies! I also bring pegs.
Reusable shopping bags: Bring some shopping bags with you for supermarket visits.
Bikes: Many Eurocamp sites have bike rental areas but, if you have a bike rack, you might want to bring your own to save money.
Fitted sheets: Even if your bedding is included, you might want to pack some fitted sheets – the flat sheets never stay put.
Air fryer: You’ll always have a hob but lots of Eurocamp holiday homes don’t have ovens (it’s pretty hit and miss unless you book an Ultimate Plus) so, if you’re driving, you might want to bring an air-fryer if you have one.
Picnic items: Bring a cool bag rucksack and refillable water bottles so you can pack up picnics to keep costs down.
Food: If you’re driving, I usually recommend taking enough supplies for your first breakfast and your first evening meal. Plus, non-perishables you know the kids will eat and a box of freezepops – you can freeze them on arrival to save money on ice-creams.
Night light: It can be handy to bring a night light, and my kids like to bring their digital clocks too.

Clothing

Daytime outfits
Evening clothes
Underwear and socks
Pyjamas
Swimwear
Flip flops or pool shoes
Trainers or walking shoes
Waterproof jacket
Sun hat
Sunglasses
Goggles, life jackets / arm bands and swimming nappies
Eurocamp Tip: Bring a swimming bag to make pool days easier – it’s handy to have it packed ready for arrival day. Plus, check if males will need tight speedo shorts for resorts in France. And, some sites in Italy require swimming caps – though it’s becoming less common.

First aid kit

Getting hold of things like suncream and medical bits can be really expensive in European pharmacies. So, take plenty with you and make a mini first aid kit to avoid having to spend a fortune on things we can get in our UK supermarkets very cheaply. Don’t forget to pack bug bracelets too, particularly if you’re staying near a lake. I make up a kit with:

Antiseptic cream
Plasters
Insect repellent / bracelets (citronella candles for the decking can be handy too)
Anti-histamine
Travel sickness tablets
Paracetamol (plus liquid paracetamol if you have small children)
Ibuprofen
Suncream
After sun / Aloe Vera

Toiletries

Toothbrushes and toothpaste
Shampoo and conditioner
Shower gel
Hairbrush
Razor

European road trip essentials

You’ll need to carry your driver’s license, car registration certificate and insurance papers if you’re driving in Europe. Plus, breakdown cover and travel insurance are a must! You’ll also need mandatory items in / on your car (like reflective jackets, a UK sticker etc) so make sure that you’re properly prepared – you can get a ready-made EU driving kit from Amazon. Be sure to check to information about tolls, vignettes, emissions stickers and speed limits etc for every country that you’ll be visiting or driving through before you set off. The toll machines you can pop in your car are invaluable too – no leaning out of the window! For more guidance check out my article on Road Trip Essentials.

What to pack for a Eurocamp Holiday with babies

Eurocamp can typically assist with most bulky baby bits – super handy if you’re flying and trying to pack lightly. However, though most bits are free, you do need to pre-book them in advance. Eurocamp can provide:

Travel cots
Highchairs
Baby baths
Potties (though I think I would bring a travel potty)
Baby changing mats
Bed rails

Whilst Eurocamp will cover the main bits, here’s a couple of things you might also want to pop on your packing list:

Travel cot sheets (or add these as a paid extra)
Baby monitor
Lightweight pushchair
Portable blackout blind
Sterilising equipment
Children’s car seats – most airlines allow you to bring them for free. Car seat travel bags are handy for keeping them clean once checked-in at the airport.

Click here for more info on travelling with babies – the Eurocamp website has a proper breakdown of what’s included to help with your packing list.

What’s included in Eurocamp accommodation?

One of the biggest questions people have before their first Eurocamp holiday is what you’ll find inside your accommodation. Here’s what is included:

Beds and mattresses
Pillows and duvets
Kitchen equipment
Fridge freezer
Hob and microwave
Outdoor seating

It’s always worth checking the details of your specific booking before you travel as some holiday homes come with more extras than others. Choosing accommodation with pre-made beds can be really handy too – especially after a long day travelling. If you haven’t booked yet, check out my Eurocamp Accommodation Guide to compare your options and for more detail on what’s included.

Final thoughts

I hope this list has been helpful – packing for a Eurocamp holiday doesn’t need to be hard work. The accommodation provides most of the essentials and, once you’ve covered the basics, you can focus on enjoying your trip. My biggest tip? Don’t worry about packing absolutely everything. Most items can be bought locally if you forget them, and you’ll probably discover that you need far less than you first thought. I have a digital packing list that I use for every holiday (just tweaking for each destination etc) – if you find travelling with kids stressful I would highly recommend setting one up so you’re not starting from scratch every trip. Have a lovely holiday and, if you’re still deciding where to go, take a peek at some of these articles…