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We’ve been lucky enough to enjoy a few Eurocamp holidays now and every time, we pick up a new trick (or forget something crucial and write it on next year’s list!).

Whether it’s your first Eurocamp trip or you’re a seasoned camper, here’s our go-to guide for what to pack to make your stay easier, cleaner, and more relaxed.

Scroll to the bottom to download our free printable packing checklist

Cleaning & Kitchen Essentials

Trust us, you’ll be glad to have these ready on arrival (some sites offer a welcome pack which may cover off some of these so check when you book).

• Anti-bac wipes
• A handful of your favourite tea bags
• Ziplock bags for snacks, leftovers or sandwiches
• Or a Tupperware for snacks to take out with you
• A freezable cool block for lunches (if you plan to take lunch out with you and not head back to your mobile home)
• Hand towel
• Sponge scourer
• Dish cloth
• Hand soap for the toilets
• Small bottle of washing-up liquid
• Cling film and tin foil
• Anti-bac floor wipes
• Salt & pepper
• Collapsible washing-up bowl (if camping)
• Microfibre tea towels
• Mini anti-bac spray

Bathroom & Laundry

These bits make a big difference, especially with little ones.

• Quick-dry towels (space-saving and fast-drying)
• Or if you can get a set – Quick-dry microfibre towel set
• Bath mat (most campsites don’t supply one)
• Toilet rolls (2–3 to get you started)
• Washing line & pegs (essential for drying swimwear and towels)
• Small laundry bag or collapsible basket
• Travel washing line (some sites do have outside airers)

Outdoor Comfort & Evenings on the Deck

Once the kids are in bed, you’ll be glad you packed these…

• Bug repellent (for adults and children)
• Battery-operated lanterns for the decking
• Torch or headlamp
• Citronella incense sticks
• Family-size cool bag

Health & First Aid Kit

We always take medications from home with us, don’t rely on the on-site shop.

• Paracetamol / Calpol
• Plasters
• Antihistamines
• Insect repellent spray or patches
• Bite and sting relief cream
• Travel first aid kit

Kids & Travel Extras

These are the things we reach for over and over again.

• Reusable water bottles, we love Hydroflasks and Chillys!
• Potty or toddler toilet seat
• Baby changing mat
• Books, games, or colouring for down time – see some of our favourite ones in this post
• Extension lead with French plug adapter
• Phone chargers, tablets, and entertainment
• A waterproof phone case for when you’re in the pools and don’t want to leave valuables unattended! We love these as it has two in a pack for both of our phones: Phone case
• An EU adapter
• Cool bag or small cool box for picnics and beach trips

Paperwork & Important Stuff

Don’t get caught out, these are easy to forget but essential.

• European travel car-kit
• Fluorescent jackets for all passengers
• Your car manual
• Vehicle breakdown number
• Bank phone number (in case of lost/stolen cards)
• Travel insurance details
• Travel tickets and booking confirmations
• Passports (have a copy on file)
• EHIC/GHIC cards
• Note down the local emergency number and location for urgent care

Bonus Tips

• Ask at reception when you arrive, often families leave behind condiments, toys, beach bits, and even laundry detergent! Last year we were lent some fab inflatables for the pool!
• Pack a few extras of your favourite things from home, tea, squash, and snacks never go to waste. We always take the kids favourite snacks from home to have in the mobile home.
• Check if your site has a Facebook page for fans, sometimes families sell on inflatables etc or offer them for free, so good to check if you need something!

Download the full printable packing list:
👉 Click here to download the PDF

Let me know if you have any other essentials or clever hacks, I’d love to add them!

Love Sarah x