Camping with a disability appeals to many wheelchair users and families with accessibility needs: more direct contact with nature, more flexible stays and often substantially cheaper than hotels. In Belgium, the camping sector — especially glamping (comfort camping in sturdy tents, safari lodges or chalets) — has added considerably more accessible facilities in recent years.
This pillar is the complete guide to accessible camping in Belgium.
⛺ Camping versus glamping — which suits you?
Traditional camping (own tent/caravan/motorhome)
For: people with their own accessible tent setup and flexibility. Requirement: accessible sanitary block on the campsite.
Accessible camping reality: fully independent camping without a carer is challenging for wheelchair users — pitch layout, transfers to camp bed, sanitary flow at a distance. With a motorised motorhome (adapted with a hoist) it becomes much more achievable.
Glamping (comfort camping)
For: wheelchair users who want tent comfort without the physical challenge of pitching camp. Safari tent, gypsy wagon, wooden lodge with flat access, furnishings, electricity, sometimes private sanitary.
Most popular choice for accessible camping holidays: many Belgian glamping stays are accessibly reachable and offer a real nature experience without camping challenges.
Chalet rental on a campsite
For: cottage comfort plus campsite atmosphere. Accessible chalets often available.
🏕️ Accessible campsites in Flanders
What to look for in an accessible campsite?
- Accessible sanitary block (accessible toilet, accessible shower, accessible washing area)
- Flat terrain (no steep slopes between pitch and sanitary)
- Paved paths to sanitary, reception, restaurant
- Accessible pitch — wide driveway for motorhome, room for wheelchair transfer
- Accessible sports facilities (if on the campsite)
- Accessible swimming pool (if present — hoist for pool access)
Belgian campsites with strong accessibility equipment
Coastal campsites:
- Camping grounds with accessible sanitary along the Belgian coast — check per specific campsite via the Toerisme Vlaanderen accessibility label
- Coastal context makes flat terrain easy
Kempen campsites:
- Kalmthout area — several campsites with accessible sanitary
- Flat terrain typical for the Kempen region
Ardennes campsites (Wallonia):
- More challenging terrain — slopes, paved paths often missing
- Select specific campsites with an accessibility statement — the Access-i label helps
See also our Ardennes-Wallonia accommodation pillar for context.
🏡 Accessible glamping stays — the best option for most
What makes glamping accessible-friendly?
- Flat access — usually a deck with a ramp
- Spacious interior — a safari tent or lodge is generally wider than a traditional tent
- Fixed furniture — bed at standard height (sometimes lowered on request)
- Accessible private sanitary (if available)
- Access to campsite sanitary (if no private) via paved paths
Belgian glamping providers with accessible options
Large players:
- Center Parcs Belgium (Erperheide, De Vossemeren, Park De Haan) — accessible cottages available, explicitly select "accessible" cottage at booking
- Sunparks (Kempense Meren, De Haan aan Zee) — accessible cottages
- Vayamundo (various locations) — social tourism organisation with accessible stays
- Landal GreenParks (Duinen Zeeland, cross-border) — accessible cottages
Smaller glamping providers: check individual websites for accessible tent/lodge. Always explicitly ask about:
- Flat access from parking to tent/lodge
- Accessible sanitary (private or campsite block)
- Door widths and threshold-free passages
🚿 Accessible sanitary block — checklist
- Door ≥ 90 cm wide, threshold-free
- Turning circle ≥ 150 cm inside the toilet
- Toilet with grab bars + alarm cord
- Shower roll-in with seat and grab bars
- Washbasin at wheelchair height
- Changing bench in accessible changing room
In practice: many Belgian campsites have accessible toilet + shower but not always following strict VAPH standards. Call ahead to verify.
🌍 Ardennes glamping — the most beautiful nature option
Wallonia glamping in an accessible setup:
- Domain Le Grand Chêne and similar domain camps with accessible chalets
- RAVeL proximity — check our Ardennes-Wallonia RAVeL cycling routes pillar for combining with a handbike
- Quiet nature experience vs coastal crowds
📋 Practical — planning an accessible camping/glamping holiday
Before booking
- What are you looking for? — camping vs glamping vs chalet
- Which region? — coast, Kempen, Flemish Ardennes, Ardennes-Wallonia, Voer region
- Which accessibility needs? — sanitary-specific, transfer help, accessible swimming pool
- Travel insurance — check our travel insurance pillar
At booking
- Report accessibility needs explicitly — some campsites have accessible pitches/cottages in limited numbers
- Ask for photos of the sanitary block, pitch access, cottage interior
- Book early — especially in high season (July-August)
On site
- Reconnaissance round first — where is the sanitary, which path route works best?
- Inform staff that you have accessibility needs — for help with any needs
- Keep schedule flexible — nature is not always predictable (weather, terrain)
🎯 Our top recommendations
For first-time accessible camping holiday: Center Parcs Belgium accessible cottage — combines glamping comfort with accessible swimming pool, accessible sanitary and family-friendly park. Ideal for learning what works.
For nature lovers: Ardennes glamping in a safari tent — great nature experience but check the specific accessibility statement per provider.
For coast lovers: Accessible camping grounds on the Belgian coast — flat terrain, accessible sanitary, possibility of accessible beach access via mats.
For Wallonia exploration: choose chalet rental on an accessible campsite with paved paths and accessible sanitary — a more manageable option than fully bare camping.
Combine with other pillars
- Ardennes-Wallonia accommodation — chalet context
- Ardennes-Wallonia RAVeL cycling routes — combining handbike + camping
- Travel insurance with a disability — camping context
- Financial support — assistive-device financing
- Families with a child with a disability — Center Parcs / Sunparks context
- Autism-friendly tourism — camping vs autism
- Accessible B&Bs in Flanders — hotel alternative
Finally
Accessible camping and glamping in Belgium is a growing sector that has become substantially more accessible in recent years. For beginners, glamping in a Center Parcs or Sunparks accessible cottage is the lowest-threshold option. For nature lovers, Ardennes glamping and coastal accessible camping are ready — provided sanitary and terrain are properly verified.
Our recommendation for a first accessible camping holiday: Center Parcs Belgium accessible cottage — combines all the benefits of glamping (comfort, nature) with all the benefits of accessible facilities (sanitary, swimming pool, trained staff).
Do you have experience with accessible camping we should include here? Let us know — first-hand tips on specific campsites, glamping providers and accessible sanitary quality help others.
For specific medical travel needs while camping (medication refrigeration, electricity for equipment): always consult your healthcare providers before travel.