12 Best Eurocamp October Half-Term Family Holidays

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If you’re searching for out-of-season Eurocamp October half-term holidays then you’ve come to the right place! Lots of the Eurocamp sites shut down in September, but I’ve hunted out the best 12 options that are open for the October half-term school holidays. I’ve picked 10 sites with great indoor pools and facilities, as well as fun family days out nearby, alongside 2 options in Italy that are perfect for city visits – though the sites are likely to be quiet that time of year.

The main thing to be aware of when you book an out-of-season Eurocamp getaway is that the sites will likely offer less facilities and entertainment than you’d see in the summer months. This might mean limited or no evening entertainment, fewer kids’ activities and perhaps limited opening times for the restaurants and shops on-site too. But if you’re happy to enjoy the indoor swimming pools, explore locally and have days out nearby then there’s still plenty of fun to be had on a Eurocamp October half-term getaway – we like out-of-season holidays because the sites can be so quiet. You might get a bargain too – autumn breaks can be really budget-friendly! Here are my top 12 picks for Eurocamp October half-term holidays – have fun! 😊

1. Eurocamp: Duinrell Resort, the Netherlands

The Duinrell Resort in the Netherlands is only a 3.5 hour drive from Calais, and it’s famous for its on-site theme park and huge indoor Tiki Pool waterpark. This site is a fabulous option for October half-term Eurocamp holidays because there’s so much to do! Finn and Lola adored our stay – which includes unlimited access to the theme park – check out my Duinrell Resort Review. There’s also an indoor games room, and you can visit cities like Amsterdam and enjoy a day at Efteling too (if one theme park isn’t enough!). The nearest airports to Duinrell are Rotterdam Airport and Amsterdam Airport – 30 minutes away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out the Duinrell Resort on the Eurocamp website.

2. Eurocamp: Marvilla Parks Kaatsheuvel, the Netherlands

Just a 3.5 hour drive from Calais, Marvilla Parks Kaatsheuvel is a fantastic option that’s just a short 10 minute drive from Efteling theme park! This resort is ideal for families who want a mix of relaxation and entertainment – there’s a brilliant indoor swimming pool with a toddler area, soft play for the kids and sand dunes on your doorstep. Plus, Amsterdam is just over an hour away, and the incredible Beekse Bergen Safari Park is only a 25 minute drive from the resort – it’s a fab base for family days out. The nearest airport to Marvilla Parks Kaatsheuvel is Eindhoven – 40 minutes away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Marvilla Parks Kaatsheuvel on the Eurocamp website.

3. Eurocamp: Domaine des Ormes, Brittany, France

Domaine des Ormes Eurocamp in Brittany is just under a five hour drive from Calais – the huge indoor subtropical pool complex, with slides and a wave pool, makes it perfect for an October half term road trip. It boasts so many kids’ activities that it’s like a mini adventure park – things like horse riding, high ropes, water sports, golf – though do check what’s available for an out-of-season visit. We loved it, check out my Domaine des Ormes Review. Within a 30 minute drive you’ll find Mont Saint Michel, St Malo, beautiful beaches and La Bourbansais Zoo. The nearest airport to Domaine des Ormes is Rennes – 50 minutes away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Domaine des Ormes on the Eurocamp website.

4. Eurocamp: Bella Italia, Lake Garda, Italy

Located in Peschiera del Garda, Bella Italia is one of the most popular Eurocamp holiday parks at Lake Garda. Though I suspect the site would be pretty quiet, if you’re happy to forgo the swimming pools, the location is excellent for an out-of-season holiday. This site has direct access to the beautiful Lake Garda – perfect for strolls and bike rides. For days out, both Gardaland and Movieland are just ten minutes away, and you can hop on the train to visit Verona and Venice. The nearest airport is Verona Airport – approx 25 minute drive so if you’d rather not hire a car it works well for a short transfer time. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Bella Italia on the Eurocamp website.

5. Eurocamp: Landal Warsberg Campsite, Germany

Landal Warsberg is a lovely family-orientated campsite offering an affordable base in Saarburg, Germany. We loved our stay, have a look at my Landal Warsberg Review. It has an indoor swimming pool and an indoor play room, to keep the kids busy. Directly next door, you can take a chairlift down into the town of Saarburg. It’s well-located for days out with Germany’s oldest city, Trier, and Luxembourg City both just a short drive away. Plus, an hour away you’ll find Saarbrücken Zoo and Dinosaurierpark Teufelsschlucht. The closest airport is Luxembourg Airport, 45 minutes away, or drive from Calais in 4.5 hours. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Landal Warsberg on the Eurocamp website.

6. Eurocamp: Le Port de Plaisance, Brittany, France

5 star campsite Le Port de Plaisance is one of the best Eurocamp resorts in Northern France. The park boasts an indoor swimming pool with waterslides – so you can still take a dip despite travelling out-of-season. There are kids’ activities, sports and play areas (including high ropes) – though check what’s on offer in the autumn – and you can hire bikes. For the adults, there are wellness treatments available. The site is only 1km from the town of Bénodet, if you want to do some exploring, and an hour’s drive from Océanopolis Aquarium. The nearest airport is Brest – about 75 minutes away – or drive from Calais in 7.5 hours. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Le Port de Plaisance on the Eurocamp website.

7. Eurocamp: Camping Fabulous Village, Rome, Italy

When we visited Rome we stayed with Eurocamp at Camping Fabulous Village and it was a fantastic base for a budget-friendly city visit due to its proximity to Rome, which was easily accessible via the nearby train station. (Vitinia Station – 5 minute drive away.) Read more about it in my Camping Fabulous Village Review. The pools will likely be closed by the end of October but, if you want to visit Rome without the summer heat and crowds, it’s a great base for a city break. The nearest airport is Rome Fiumicino Airport – which is about a 25 minute transfer – so it’s a good option if you’d prefer not to hire a car. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Camping Fabulous Village on the Eurocamp website.

8. Eurocamp: Südsee-Camp Resort, Germany

Südsee-Camp Eurocamp in Germany is a great option for October half-term holidays. The sub-tropical indoor swimming pool complex looks brilliant, with a couple of waterslides as well as wellness facilities for the grown ups. There’s plenty to keep the little ones entertained, from high-ropes courses, to mini golf, and indoor play areas which are perfect for bad weather. It’s well-located for days out with Heide Park just 15 minutes away and Serengeti Safari Park a 30 minute drive. You can head to Hamburg or Hannover for a day trip too. The nearest airport is Hannover, 40 minutes away, or drive from Calais in 7.5 hours. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Südsee-Camp on the Eurocamp website.

9. Eurocamp: TerSpegelt Village, the Netherlands

TerSpegelt Village is one of the closest Eurocamp holidays to Calais – this popular family-friendly site is just 3 hours from the port. Though the resort has a gorgeous lake with water sports for the summer months, it also features a fab heated indoor pool (with waterslides and splash play) so it’s great for an out-of-season getaway too. It boasts an indoor play area, craft activities and a bowling alley for fun whatever the weather. For days out, you can reach Efteling in 45 minutes, or Beekse Bergen Safari Park (the best zoo ever!) in 35 minutes. If you’d prefer to fly, the nearest airport is Eindhoven, 20 minutes away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out TerSpegelt Village on the Eurocamp website.

10. Eurocamp: Camping De Twee Bruggen, the Netherlands

Camping De Twee Bruggen is another great option for family holidays in the Netherlands. This Eurocamp resort is just under a 4.5 hour drive from Calais and the indoor pool is perfect for visits over October half-term. The site also boasts crazy golf, bowling and pedal go-karts. It’s close to the border if you’d like to hop over to Germany – Movie Park theme park is an hour away. Closer to the site, Klimbos Achterhoek (high ropes) is just 30 minutes away, Burgers’ Zoo is a 40 minute drive and the nearby quaint towns are perfect for day trips – bike hire is available. The nearest airport, Dusseldorf, is an hour’s drive. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Camping De Twee Bruggen on the Eurocamp website.

11. Eurocamp: La Croix du Vieux Pont, Paris, France

Just a 2.5 hour drive from Calais, La Croix du Vieux Pont offers a great short family road trip option from the UK. It’s a well-loved Eurocamp resort located just an hour from Disneyland Paris and Parc Asterix – perfect for a cooler theme park trip. It boasts an indoor swimming pool, so you can enjoy a dip whatever the weather, and the site has indoor games and sports rooms, as well as bowling and soft play. With both its location near the theme parks and indoor facilities for the kids, it’s a good option for Eurocamp October half-term holidays. The closest airport is Charles de Gaulle Airport, 50 minutes away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out La Croix du Vieux Pont on the Eurocamp website.

12. Eurocamp: Landal Klein Vink, the Netherlands

The Netherlands is the perfect place for an out-of-season Eurocamp getaway and Landal Klein Vink has a lot to offer whatever the weather. This site boasts some great indoor activities, including a swimming pool, play areas, laser tag, neon mini golf and kids’ clubs. It’s well located for days out, you’ll find the quaint village of Arcen nearby (famous for its gorgeous castle) and Toverland theme park is just a 30 minute drive away. The resort is also close to the German border if you want to explore further afield. The nearest airport is Dusseldorf – a 1 hour drive – or road trip from Calais in around 3 hours and 45 minutes. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Landal Klein Vink on the Eurocamp website.

How do I travel from the UK to my Eurocamp holiday?

For ferry and channel crossings to/from Calais: Eurocamp have access to discounted slots which are usually significantly cheaper than booking directly. The prices fluctuate slightly but a return on the ferry from Dover to Calais is typically around £100 and the ‘Le Shuttle’ Channel Crossing was around £250 the last time we used it. The prices don’t really change during peak school holiday times either which is awesome!

Other ferry routes: If you’re looking for affordable ferry options to/from a different location then the Direct Ferries website is the best place to look. It’s a comparison website so you can easily compare prices and providers, see which route options are available and view any current deals.

For Eurocamp holidays with flights: Eurocamp offer some package holiday deals through Jet2holidays which include car hire (click to check out). Not all resorts and destinations are available so many families book flights separately – use the Skyscanner website to hunt out the cheapest flights. You can sort car hire easily on websites like Expedia, or book your transfers to and from the airport through Suntransfers.

Where else can I visit with Eurocamp in October half-term?

As well as my top 12 picks, you’ll find some other parks open in France, Italy (particularly the Lake Garda area), The Netherlands, Croatia and Spain – click here to head to the Eurocamp website for all of the options available for your getaway. I picked the sites above as 10 of the 12 are well set up for an out-of-season visit, but if you’re hoping to get a little sunshine and are happy to simply use your Eurocamp holiday home as a base, then there are a few other sites you could check out. And, wherever you end up on your holidays with Eurocamp this October half-term – I hope you have an amazing trip with the kids! 😍