Zurich
Camping near Zurich works best when you match the setting to the trip: a Rhine-side pitch for swimming and cycling, a quiet lakeside base for family time, or a forest site for a slower weekend. Options around Maur, Sihlwald, Flaach and Hausen am Albis also suit road trips and sightseeing, but popular dates may need to be reserved well ahead.
The order reflects practical fit for different camping occasions, including riverside or lakeside location, pitch choice, family facilities, tent-only settings, nearby activities, seasonal availability and how easily each site supports a Zurich-area trip. Some eligible businesses may purchase enhanced visibility, which can influence their placement.
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#1
Camping Schaffhausen places pitches and rental tents directly beside the Rhine in Feuerthalen, creating an easy base for swimming, cycling and riverside downtime. The grounds are well maintained, with clean facilities and practical wash-up areas, while an on-site restaurant and bar add convenience after a day outdoors.
Schaffhausen and the Rhine Falls are within cycling reach, making the site a strong choice for active short breaks.
#2
Standard, premium and VIP pitches
TCS Camping Flaach am Rhein offers a riverside camping base in Flaach, with standard, premium and VIP pitches for different styles of stay. The setting suits relaxed outdoor days by the water, while the on-site facilities make it practical for families and longer visits.
Reception hours and pitch availability should be checked carefully when planning, as reservations can require advance attention.
#3
Campingplatz Rausenbach is a friendly lakeside campsite in Maur, with easy access to the lake for swimming and a peaceful setting suited to bikepacking, walking and relaxed outdoor days. The facilities are kept clean and well maintained, while the welcoming hosts add a personal touch on arrival.
The 2026 season runs from 1 April to 15 October, making it a clear option for spring-to-autumn trips near Zurich.
#4
Directly on Lake Greifensee
Campingplatz Maurholz is a family-oriented site directly on Lake Greifensee, surrounded by meadows and woodland within a nature reserve. Its 1-hectare setting suits quiet outdoor stays, with camping facilities, services and a tour guide available for exploring the area.
The 2026 season runs from 28 March to 18 October, offering a generous window for lakeside weekends and nature-focused breaks.
#5
Camping Sihlwald is a small, family-style riverside site in the forest, close to walking and cycling routes around Sihlwald. The grounds include pitches, a tent meadow, a playground, a shared grill and a simple evening bar, with clean, well-kept amenities.
Its quiet natural setting makes it particularly appealing for low-key outdoor weekends near Zurich.
#6
Camping International Lido Luzern combines spacious pitches with a location designed for lake-and-mountain escapes, sightseeing and time outdoors. The well-kept site includes clean showers and toilets, while reception is known for taking time to explain the facilities.
A picnic table with a barbecue near reception adds a useful communal touch, though local renovation work may affect parts of the setting during some stays.
#7
Türlersee - Camping Strandbad Restaurant centres a stay around Lake Türlersee, with a campground, public bathing area and restaurant in a natural setting near Zurich. The lake walk is roughly 4 km and mostly flat, making it approachable for families and relaxed outdoor days.
Friendly staff can help resolve pitch issues, while the combination of swimming, food and nearby nature keeps the itinerary simple.
#8
A quiet, nature-focused camping setting
Designed for tents only
Naturfreunde Zeltplatz offers a quiet, nature-focused camping setting in Aschbach, Maur, close to Greifensee and Zurich. The tree-lined grounds include 45 seasonal pitches and 15 visitor pitches, with access to the lakeshore and a peaceful atmosphere.
It is designed for tents only, making it especially suitable for swimming, stand-up paddleboarding, fishing and relaxed weekends surrounded by greenery. The site welcomes passing visitors from May 1 to August 31.
#9
A practical base between Zurich and Zug
Generous pitches and an easygoing atmosphere
Camping Reussbrücke is a practical base between Zurich and Zug, set near Ottenbach and suited to travelers who value generous pitches and an easygoing atmosphere. The site has an on-site shop, a small food outlet and a simple outdoor restaurant, while the nearby village is within walking distance.
Facilities are older in style but kept clean and tidy. A car is useful for exploring the surrounding area beyond the campsite.
#10
A small, quiet lakeside campground
The restaurant offers a convenient alternative for meals
Grüene Aff is a small, quiet lakeside campground in Willerzell, with a relaxed setting beside the water and clean, well-kept toilets and showers. Tent provision is limited, and there is no kitchen on site, but the restaurant offers a convenient alternative for meals, drinks and a sociable evening atmosphere.
Its compact scale and peaceful surroundings make it a good fit for short stays focused on swimming, lake views and simple outdoor relaxation.
#11
Beside the striking Klöntalersee
Camping Vorauen places campers in the Klöntal valley, beside the striking Klöntalersee and surrounded by alpine scenery. It suits visitors looking for a scenic base for swimming, lakeside time and mountain-focused escapes rather than a highly serviced resort experience.
The site belongs to the Camping Genossenschaft Glarnerland network and is located at Vorauen 9, Klöntal. Its strongest appeal is the immediate relationship with the lake and the dramatic natural setting.
#12
Camping with a working farm atmosphere
Particularly well suited to families
Erlebnisbauernhof & Camping Gerbe combines camping with a working farm atmosphere in Meierskappel, between Lake Lucerne and Lake Zug. Open from March 1 to the end of October, it is particularly well suited to families: children have room to play and can spend time around farm animals, while the clean facilities and welcoming atmosphere make longer stays comfortable.
The grounds can also accommodate large motorhomes, including vehicles around 9.5 metres long.
#13
Close to woodland and within easy reach of Pfäffikersee
Camping Waldhof offers a family-oriented stay in Hittnau, close to woodland and within easy reach of Pfäffikersee by a short drive or bus journey. The site includes small pools and on-site animals such as sheep, horses and rabbits, creating plenty of interest for younger campers.
Facilities are basic but kept clean, while the combination of nature, play areas and animals gives the campground a distinctly relaxed, child-friendly character.
#14
Tent pitches directly beside the water
A pared-back outdoor stay
Camping Euthal is a straightforward lakeside campground in Euthal, with tent pitches directly beside the water and a quiet, uncrowded feel even during the busy season. The setting works well for swimming and simple family camping, with gently deepening water and room for both large and small tents.
Facilities are basic, and pitches do not include electricity, so it is best suited to campers who prefer a pared-back outdoor stay over a fully serviced pitch.
#15
The on-site kitchen adds a practical touch
Zelt-Klub Zürich is a tranquil campground at Rausenbachweg in Maur, positioned beside the lake and shaped around a relaxed outdoor lifestyle. Its peaceful waterside setting suits campers looking for an unhurried escape close to Zurich, while the on-site kitchen adds a practical touch for meals during a stay.
The campground is open from April 1 to October 15, 2026, making it a seasonal choice for spring through early autumn trips.
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Map and areas
Use the map to compare campsites by the kind of surroundings you want rather than by city-centre distance alone. Rhine locations work well for water-based days, Maur and Greifensee bring lakeside calm, while Sihlwald offers woodland walks.
It also helps reveal which sites are convenient for a wider Zurich–Zug itinerary or a sightseeing stop in Lucerne.
Campsites around Maur, Greifensee and Türlersee offer some of the clearest lake-focused choices near Zurich. They suit swimming, shoreline walks and relaxed outdoor time.
Naturfreunde Zeltplatz is especially oriented towards tent campers, while Campingplatz Maurholz offers a family setting within a nature reserve.
Rhine-side sites such as Camping Schaffhausen and TCS Camping Flaach am Rhein provide a strong base for cycling days along the river. Campingplatz Rausenbach in Maur also fits bikepacking and lakeside rides, depending on whether you prefer a river or lake setting.
Camping Sihlwald is a good fit for a low-key family weekend, with a forest setting, walking and cycling routes, a tent meadow and a playground. Campingplatz Maurholz is another option for families who prefer meadows, woodland and direct access to the Lake Greifensee area.
Naturfreunde Zeltplatz in Aschbach, Maur, is designed for tents and offers a calm, tree-lined setting near Greifensee. It works well for campers who want lakeshore access, swimming or other quiet water-based activities without choosing a larger mixed camping setup.
Camping International Lido Luzern is positioned for combining outdoor accommodation with lake, mountain and city visits. It can be useful when your route includes Lucerne rather than Zurich alone, especially if you want spacious pitches and a base for exploring the surrounding area.
Booking ahead is sensible for popular weekends, holidays and lakeside dates. Some sites have several pitch categories or limited visitor capacity, and availability can change with the season.
Check the opening period, reception hours and pitch requirements before setting out, then confirm the reservation details.