Glamping Vauban next to the UNESCO city of Neuf-Brisach in Alsace
Camping Vauban is situated on the outskirts of Neuf-Brisach, a fortified town listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This is a small-scale park in Alsace, featuring spacious pitches in lush surroundings and comfortable glamping accommodations. The atmosphere is peaceful and relaxed—a place where conversations by the tent start up effortlessly. There's no wifi, but that is seldom missed. From the campsite, you can explore the Alsace Wine Route, hike in the Vosges, or drive to lively Colmar with its canals. Germany is just a few kilometers away, so a cross-border day trip is easily possible.
- Ideal base to explore Alsace
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Green campsite
- At the foot of the UNESCO fortress town Neuf-Brisach
- Accessible for guests with limited mobility
- Dogs welcome with valid vaccination record
- Near the Alsace Wine Route and the Vosges
- No wifi — fully enjoy offline
- Outdoor swimming pool with toddler pool
Facilities and activities at Onlycamp Camping Vauban
(Sports) activities
- Petanque court
Activities in the area
- Cycling
- Canoeing
- Nature park (<10 KM / 6.2 MILES)
- Picturesque villages
- Walking
- Winery (<10 KM / 6.2 MILES)
- National park (<20 KM / 9.3 MILES)
Kids and teenagers
- Playground (outdoor)
Location
- Near a forest
Park facilities
- Reception
- Dog-walking area
- Shop
- Free parking nearby or at the park
Spoken language
- English
- French
Swimming pool
- Outdoor pool
- Paddling pool
Unique properties
- Small scale park
Food & Beverage
- Takeaway meals
- Snack bar
Holiday park
- Onlycamp
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Surroundings
Walk along the ramparts of Neuf-Brisach
Right next to the park lies Neuf-Brisach, a star-shaped fortress town built by Vauban on the orders of Louis XIV, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk along the ramparts, wander through the geometric streets, and visit the Place d'Armes. In the Vauban Museum, you will learn how this military architecture worked. The town is small enough to cross on foot in a morning.
Taste a Riesling along the Alsace Wine Route
The Alsace Wine Route winds past vineyards and flower-filled villages, with stops like Eguisheim and Riquewihr. In Eguisheim, voted Favourite Village of the French, you can sample a glass of Riesling or Gewurztraminer straight from the winemaker. If you prefer two wheels, hop on a bike and ride the route at your own pace. Along the way you'll pass rows of grapevines as far as the eye can see, and before you know it you're halfway there and end up having a second glass after all.
Kayaking on the river Ill
Discover Alsace from the water and hop into a canoe or kayak on the river Ill. This calm river winds through a landscape of green banks, meadows, and picturesque villages, making it an ideal activity for both beginners and families. Along the way, you will mostly hear the gentle rippling of the water and the singing of birds, as you peacefully enjoy the nature around you. Thanks to the various rental points along the route, you don't need your own equipment and you can be on the water in no time.
Step into Colmar's Petite Venise
A visit to Colmar feels like walking through a postcard. In the atmospheric district of Petite Venise, colorful half-timbered houses are reflected in the narrow canals and flower boxes create a romantic ambiance. Then wander further through the historic center, past lively squares, boutiques, and cobbled streets. Settle down on a sunny terrace for a traditional tarte flambée and try a glass of local Riesling. The combination of history, gastronomy, and charm makes Colmar one of the most beautiful outings in Alsace.
Practical information
- Check-in: 15:00-20:00, check-out: 08:00-10:00
- Opened from 1 April until 31 October
- Free parking nearby or at the park
- Booking conditions
- Cancellation conditions
Onlycamp Camping Vauban scored with a 7.9
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Summary created out of 140 reviews
This campsite offers spacious, shaded pitches that guests can choose themselves, with an excellent location by the historic fortifications of Neuf-Brisach. Staff are often praised as friendly and helpful, while the swimming pool provides refreshment after a day of exploring. The campsite is quiet and naturally landscaped, ideal for those who enjoy simple camping without excessive luxury. The sanitary facilities are clean but dated and sometimes limited in capacity, with inconsistent hot water supply that needs attention.
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23 Aug 2026
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22 Aug 2026
We spent several days at Camping Vauban – Onlycamp in Neuf-Brisach and, overall, had a very pleasant stay.
For a 2-star campground, it’s clean, quiet, and straightforward. The staff at the front desk was very friendly, though they only speak French and English—which surprised us a bit, since the campground is very close to the German border.
The restroom facilities were always clean. There are three restroom buildings. German campers might need to get used to this: Not every restroom stall has a toilet seat. 😉 There’s also a washing machine and a dryer available.
We especially appreciated the peace and quiet on the campground. We were able to sleep in until after 10 a.m. without any problems. However, it was very loud one night—clearly due to a family of campers whose children and even parents were shouting loudly well into the night. They had only arrived that evening and were already gone the next morning. For us, therefore, this was more of an isolated incident than a problem with the campground itself.
There’s plenty for families: a playground, a skate park, a basketball court, table tennis, and bocce. There’s also a bread roll delivery service (closed on Mondays).
The location is also very convenient: a supermarket and a home improvement store are about 500 meters away, and Neuf-Brisach is easy to explore on foot. The campground is a great starting point for discovering Alsace and the German side of the border.
If you don’t want to bring a tent or RV, you can also rent treehouses or bungalows.
There are a few minor downsides: The pool isn’t heated, and at about 12 meters long, it’s not really suitable for lap swimming. Not all campsites are shaded, and the paths on the campground aren’t lit at night. There’s no Wi-Fi, though this is clearly stated on the website.
We also noticed that many guests stay only one night or a few days, which results in a fair amount of coming and going.
Our conclusion: A beautiful, quiet, and clean campground in a good location, especially as a starting point for trips in France and Germany. For a 2-star campground, we were very satisfied overall and would come back. 🇫🇷🇩🇪🏕️this is a translation, click here for the original
Wir waren mehrere Tage auf dem Camping Vauban – Onlycamp in Neuf-Brisach und haben uns insgesamt sehr wohlgefühlt.
Der Campingplatz ist für einen 2-Sterne-Platz sauber, ruhig und unkompliziert. Das Personal an der Rezeption war sehr freundlich, spricht allerdings nur Französisch und Englisch – was uns etwas überrascht hat, da der Campingplatz sehr nah an der deutschen Grenze liegt.
Die Sanitäranlagen waren immer sauber. Es gibt drei Sanitärgebäude. Für deutsche Camper etwas gewöhnungsbedürftig: Nicht in jedem Toilettenhäuschen gibt es Klobrillen. 😉 Außerdem stehen eine Waschmaschine und ein Trockner zur Verfügung.
Besonders positiv fanden wir die Ruhe auf dem Platz. Wir konnten problemlos bis nach 10 Uhr ausschlafen. Einmal war es nachts allerdings sehr laut – das lag eindeutig an einer Camperfamilie, deren Kinder und auch Eltern bis tief in die Nacht laut herumgeschrien haben. Sie waren erst am Abend angekommen und am nächsten Morgen bereits wieder weg. Für uns daher eher ein Ausnahmefall als ein Problem des Campingplatzes.
Für Familien gibt es einiges: Kinderspielplatz, Skatebahn, Basketballplatz, Tischtennis und Boule. Außerdem gibt es einen Brötchenservice (montags Ruhetag).
Die Lage ist ebenfalls sehr praktisch: Supermarkt und Baumarkt sind etwa 500 Meter entfernt, und Neuf-Brisach lässt sich gut zu Fuß erkunden. Der Campingplatz ist ein guter Ausgangspunkt, um das Elsass und auch die deutsche Seite zu entdecken.
Wer nicht mit Zelt oder Wohnwagen anreisen möchte, kann auch Baumhäuser oder Bungalows mieten.
Ein paar kleinere Minuspunkte gibt es: Der Pool ist nicht beheizt und mit etwa 12 Metern Länge nicht wirklich zum Bahnen schwimmen geeignet. Nicht alle Stellplätze haben Schatten und die Wege auf dem Campingplatz sind nachts nicht beleuchtet. WLAN gibt es nicht, was allerdings auch auf der Internetseite so angegeben ist.
Uns ist außerdem aufgefallen, dass viele Gäste nur eine Nacht oder wenige Tage bleiben. Dadurch gibt es ein gewisses Kommen und Gehen.
Unser Fazit: Ein schöner, ruhiger und sauberer Campingplatz mit guter Lage, besonders als Ausgangspunkt für Ausflüge in Frankreich und Deutschland. Für einen 2-Sterne-Campingplatz waren wir insgesamt sehr zufrieden und würden wiederkommen. 🇫🇷🇩🇪🏕️ -
21 Aug 2026
We booked a night’s stay on Booking.com, and based on the pictures there, I was expecting a small cabin with a made-up double bed and an electrical outlet.
Instead, it was a structure on stilts—which actually has a certain charm—but at first I mistook it for a piece of playground equipment. It’s very cramped—well, it wasn’t expensive, but the place should definitely provide bedding, even if it’s for an extra charge. I’m not exactly fussy, but I don’t know how many people have been caught off guard by the bedding issue before and ended up sleeping without blankets. So: ask if it’s available and, if so, offer it for an extra charge.
And the second issue is electricity. As an e-bike rider, electricity is simply essential, and you also have to charge your cell phone—and you don’t necessarily want to sit in that bike room for hours just to do that. So it would be very important to have two outlets down below for the bikes and a power strip up top.
Otherwise: the place is nice, and it has a small pool.this is a translation, click here for the original
Wir haben auf Booking.com eine Übernachtung gebucht und was ich nach den Bilden dort erwartet habe, war eine kleine Hütte mit einem bezogenen Doppelbett und Stromanschluss.
Stattdessen ein Teil auf Stelzen, das durchaus etwas hat, ich aber erstmal für ein Spielgerät auf dem Spielplatz gehalten habe. Sehr eng, na gut, auch nicht teuer, aber der Platz sollte definitiv Bettwäsche anbieten, ggf. gegen Aufpreis. Ich bin jetzt nicht so zimperlich, aber ich weiß nicht, wieviele Leute schon vorher von dem Bettwäschethema kalt erwischt wurden und ohne in den Decken geschlafen haben. Also: fragen, ob vorhanden und ggf. gegen Aufpreis anbieten.
Und das zweite ist der Strom. Als E-Bike-Fahrer ist Strom nunmal essentiell und das Handy muss man auch laden und möchte dafür nicht unbedingt stundenlang in diesem Fahrradraum sitzen. Also wäre sehr wichtig, zwei Steckdosen unten für die Fahrräder, eine Steckerleiste oben.
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20 Aug 2026
The place is very quiet. It has basic amenities like a shower, restrooms, and a washing machine... and it's in a prime location between France and Germany for exploring the area.
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El lugar es muy tranquilo. Servicios básicos para ducha, aseos, lavadora,.. y en un lugar clave entre Francia y Alemania para conocer la zona
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18 Aug 2026
Perfect campground—the whole team was great, and everyone was so respectful. (Bryan, you're the best!)
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Camping parfait toute l'équipe et parfaite respect. (Bryan t'es le meilleur
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17 Aug 2026
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Frequently asked questions about Onlycamp Camping Vauban
What are the check-in and check-out times for Onlycamp Camping Vauban?
The check-in at Onlycamp Camping Vauban can be done between 15:00 and 20:00. The checkout should be done between 08:00 and 10:00.Is Onlycamp Camping Vauban open all year round?
No, Onlycamp Camping Vauban is open from 1 April until 31 October.Is there a restaurant at Onlycamp Camping Vauban?
No there are no restaurants at Onlycamp Camping Vauban. The park does however offer some takeaway meals and a snack barIs there a swimming pool at Onlycamp Camping Vauban?
At the park you will find an outdoor pool and a paddling pool.Is there a camping store at Onlycamp Camping Vauban?
Yes, at Onlycamp Camping Vauban you'll find a shop.
