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Difference between ACSI campsite and CampingCard ACSI campsite

23 February, 2020 | Update: 14/02/2025

When looking for a campsite with ACSI, you can choose from 10,000 campsites. We distinguish between campsites that are inspected annually by ACSI and campsites where your CampingCard ACSI discount card is valid. I am happy to explain the difference between these campsites.

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At ACSI, around 10,000 campsites in Europe are affiliated, and you can find them on the Eurocampings website. Not all these affiliated campsites offer discounts with CampingCard ACSI. An ACSI campsite is inspected annually by ACSI and meets our quality standards. A CampingCard ACSI campsite is a selected campsite where you can camp at a discount during the low season. In this article, we explain exactly what the difference is and how you can make the most of your CampingCard ACSI discount card.

What is an ACSI-inspected campsite?

Every campsite in Europe can apply to be visited by an ACSI inspector. The inspector then arranges an appointment to carry out an inspection. The campsite is checked on around 250 facilities. If a campsite meets the ACSI standard, it is included in our selection. This means it is listed in our campsite guides, on our websites, and in our apps. Currently, about 10,000 campsites in Europe carry the ACSI quality mark. ACSI campsites can be recognised by this sticker:

https://www.acsi.eu/nl/acsi-inspectieteam/

What is a CampingCard ACSI campsite?

Once a campsite is included in the ACSI selection, it can also choose to become a CampingCard ACSI campsite. At present, 3,000 campsites in Europe (out of the 10,000 ACSI-inspected campsites) participate in CampingCard ACSI.

If a campsite participates in CampingCard ACSI, it means that your CampingCard ACSI discount card is valid at this campsite during the low and mid-season. You can stay overnight at a reduced rate. CampingCard ACSI works with fixed overnight rates: €13, €15, €17, €19, €21, €23, €25, or €27.

You can find all campsites where you can use this discount card in the CampingCard ACSI guide, on campingcard.com, and in the CampingCard ACSI app.

Do I get a discount with CampingCard ACSI on all ACSI campsites?

No, you only get a discount with the CampingCard ACSI discount card, both physical and digital, at the approximately 3,000 participating CampingCard ACSI campsites. These campsites can often be recognised by displaying this sticker:

Campingcard ACSI-sticker deelnemende camping aan CampingCard ACSI

Note: Not all CampingCard ACSI campsites have this sticker. You can always find the current participating campsites on our CampingCard ACSI website and in the CampingCard ACSI app.

Do I get a discount with my ACSI ClubID on all ACSI campsites?

No, ACSI ClubID is not a discount card for campsites. However, you do get discounts on ACSI products purchased in our webshop. ACSI ClubID is accepted at many European campsites as a replacement ID and automatically includes liability insurance while travelling.

What is included in the CampingCard ACSI price?

CampingCard ACSI works with fixed overnight rates. You stay overnight at participating campsites for one of these rates: €13, €15, €17, €19, €21, €23, €25, or €27. The rate is set so that you always pay less than the normal low-season rate.

Included in the overnight rate:

  • 1 pitch
  • Overnight stay for 2 adults
  • Car + caravan, tent or folding trailer, or motorhome + awning
  • Electricity (max. 4 kWh per day or 6A)
  • Hot shower
  • Stayover for one dog
  • VAT

Not included in this overnight rate:

  • Tourist tax, environmental levy, eco-tax, waste contribution, or other local government charges
  • Reservation or administration costs
  • Hot water at the washing-up sinks
  • Energy surcharge

View all information on what is and isn’t included in the overnight rate here.

In which period can I get a discount with the CampingCard ACSI discount card?

The CampingCard ACSI discount card offers discounts during the low season, typically until June and from September onwards. Each campsite determines its own discount periods, known as acceptance periods. You can find these per campsite in:

  • The CampingCard ACSI app
  • The CampingCard ACSI guide
  • The CampingCard ACSI website
  • The blue CampingCard sticker at reception (not every campsite has this sticker)

How can I get the CampingCard ACSI discount card?

The easiest way is to order the CampingCard ACSI guide or CampingCard ACSI Digital in the ACSI webshop.

How much does CampingCard ACSI cost?

A subscription starts at €19.95 per year, or €23.95 for a single edition.

I have a motorhome. Is CampingCard ACSI suitable for me?

Absolutely! You can also choose the CampingCard ACSI & Motorhome Pitches guide.

Got any other questions? Let me know in the comments!

  • Author: Lisette
  • I love camping! I used to go with a trailer tent in the Netherlands, later with a caravan to the South of France. For the past few years, I been going camping with my boyfriend and our three daughters. We like to go to slightly smaller campsites, where the girls can have fun with animals, a trampoline, crafting or a swimming pool. We like to explore the surrounding area, but also enjoy lazing about at the campsite.

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