Eurocamp review: Manor Farm Campsite Switzerland
If you’ve ever looked at Switzerland prices and immediately closed the tab? same. But I’m here to tell you it can be done on a budget and this might genuinely be one of our favourite family trips we’ve ever done.
We stayed at Manor Farm Eurocamp, right on Lake Thun near Interlaken and I don’t say this lightly but it’s the most beautiful Eurocamp we’ve ever stayed at.
Think mountains, lake views, fresh air and the kids just running wild outside all day.
How we saved over £1000 getting there
This is the bit that made the biggest difference. Instead of flying directly into Switzerland, we flew into Milan Bergamo Airport and drove across the border. This can save up to £1000 for a family compared to flying into Swiss airports.
We:
Hired a car and drove into Switzerland
Bought a Swiss vignette (road tax sticker) for about £50
Turned it into a mini road trip
We broke the journey up with:
A stop at Lake Como on the way there and stayed in this Airbnb.
And a stop at Lugano on the way back at this Airbnb.
And honestly… the drive just kept getting better the closer we got to Switzerland!
Where we stayed
We booked a 3-bed premium lodge at Manor Farm and it was perfect for us as a family of 4. It has a fully equipped kitchen (oven, gas hob, dishwasher), a BBQ outside and loads of space for the kids. We stayed in Lodge 932 which had a park right on the doorstep.
Top tip: You can request specific lodge numbers and there was another lodge right next to it, so it would be amazing if you’re travelling with friends or family.
What the campsite is like
There was no pool on site but you get free access to the local pool and free transport to get there. There’s also an outdoor pool (open in peak season) with slides and incredible mountain views.
There was a great playground and the whole campsite just had a really calm and quiet vibe. It’s much more about nature and slowing down than constant entertainment.
Things we did nearby
There’s loads to do, but we kept things pretty relaxed:
Went up Harder Kulm on the funicular (the views are unreal)
Did a boat trip on Lake Thun
Visited Spiez (such a pretty little town)
Sat in Hohematte Park watching paragliders land
If you want more:
Blausee Nature Park
Männlichen playground
Trümmelbach Falls
And there are LOADS of hikes nearby too that my sister did, including:
Monte Barro
Oeschinen Lake
Food and keeping costs down
There’s a Lidl about 10 minutes away from the campsite that makes it so easy to stock up and cook at the lodge. BBQ dinners were elite on this trip but we also did eat out a couple of times.
Why this worked so well with kids
This trip was constant outdoor play, parks were everywhere, there was space for the kids to just be kids and it allowed for a slower pace which is honestly what we all needed. Sometimes less really is more.
Full cost breakdown
Here’s what it could cost you for a family of 4 in August:
Eurocamp stay £737
Flights £835
Car hire £305
Making the total just under £2000 which is pretty good for Switzerland!
Things I wish I knew before
Pack swimwear- you’ll use the pool even without one onsite.
Request your lodge location in advance
Plan food shops ahead of time
Expect a slower pace and make the most out of it!
My honest thoughts, is it worth it?
If Switzerland has been on your list but felt out of reach financially, this is your sign. Flying into Milan and driving over genuinely makes it doable and pairing it with Eurocamp keeps accommodation costs low without sacrificing experience.
It’s not flashy, it’s not over-planned but it’s one of those holidays that just feels really special. So we’d 100% do it again.
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