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In the extreme north-eastern part of Spain, on the well known Costa Brava, lies Camping La Ballena Alegre. This large campsite (more than 1100 pitches), located directly by the sea, is a veritable holiday paradise. Sun worshippers, water sports enthusiasts and families with children have been coming to this campsite for years. The campsite restaurant has a wide selection of tasty dishes. A unique feature is the separate camping area for dog owners.

Broad range of accommodations

Camping La Ballena Alegre has no less than eight hundred touring pitches and more than three hundred rental accommodation units (bungalows and chalets). Most of the pitches are spacious and enclosed. Furthermore, the surface is mainly flat and covered with grass, which is perfect for campers. The pitches are well organised: each lane has its own access route.

Holiday paradise for all

Families will immediately feel at home on Camping La Ballena Alegre. Both young and old will be able to cool off in the beautiful outdoor swimming pools. You can, of course, also swim and relax in the largest 'swimming pool' at the campsite: the Mediterranean Sea! You can reach the large beach via one of the roads from the campsite. You can also indulge in windsurfing, waterskiing. snorkelling, scuba diving, sailing and fishing, all across the sea.

Entertainment

The other facilities at the campsite are also geared towards the entire family. Children can play the day away with all the activities and entertainment available. There is also a playground on the premises. Teenagers can keep themselves amused for hours in the recreational area, which includes gaming machines and a billiards table. There are several sports fields open for use. Not to mention that at night, you can show off your latest dance moves at the dance club on the campsite.

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Inspected annually

"Located by the beach, with beautiful pitches and clean toilet facilities. There is plenty to do for young people. The perfect place for a relaxing holiday. An almost 2 km long magnificent sandy beach. A special family campsite. This campsite is at one with the beach and the sea."

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Reviews (32)

Average rating: 8.5

Toilet facilities: 8.8
Staff: 8.5
Price - quality comparison: 8.2
Child friendliness: 8.5
Entertainment: 8.2
Sports facilities: 8.5
Swimming pool: 8.8
Food and drink: 8.0
Surroundings: 8.7

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Jeremy Valk, on this campsite in September 2021
8.6

Travelling party: Couple

Very dog friendly. We have now stayed at the site four times and have already booked for summer 2022. The only downside to the location is it’s a long walk or a short car journey to the towns and restaurants.
I would highly recommend a visit.

Facilities

General information

Guide price 1: €122.00
Guide price 2: €134.00
Period of opening: 09-05-2025 till 12-10-2025
Area: 24 ha
Altitude: 1m
Number of touring pitches: 809 (95 - 120m²)
Number of accommodation units for hire: 317
Campsite suitable for disabled persons: Yes

** Amenities in bold we know are not included in the overnight price and that there will be additional charges for them. Please note that some non-bold amenities may also incur additional costs.

Popular amenities

Outdoor swimming pool
- surface area:438 m2
Wifi 80-100% coverage
Dog(s) in high season (on lead)
- Max. total:2
Situated on the coast (max. 0.5 km)
Recharging point for electric cars
- total:4

Internet

Mobile internet
- Type:4G
Wifi 80-100% coverage

At the reception

Advance booking recommended for high season
Passport/identity card required
Credit cards accepted
- credit card:Visa Card | MasterCard
Payment by debit card/Maestro possible
Cash dispenser/cashback possible
Senior citizens' discount
Defibrillator
Languages spoken at reception (during the main season)
- languages:Dutch | Italian | French | Spanish | English | German | Danish

Pitch amenities

Water connection at/near the pitch (max. 15 m)
Waste water drainage at/near the pitch (max. 15 m)
Also suitable for caravans > 5.5m, excluding towbar
Electrical hook-ups possible
- Max. electricity:10 ampère
Euro-plug required

Campsite rules

Dog(s) in high season (on lead)
- Max. total:2
Dog(s) in low season (on lead)
- Max. total:2
Caravans allowed
Tents allowed
Small extra tent permitted
Motorhomes allowed
Twin-axle vehicles permitted
Barbecues permitted
- type of BBQ:gas | electricity | charcoal
Own boats permitted

Dogs

Dog(s) in high season (on lead)
- Max. total:2
Dog(s) in low season (on lead)
- Max. total:2
Dog walking area
Separate pitches for dog owners

Toilet facilities

Washbasins: hot water
Washbasins: cold water
Individual washcabins: hot water
Individual washcabins: cold water
Children's sanitary facilities
Standard toilets
Toilet paper provided
Chemical toilet disposal point
Showers: hot water
Showers: cold water
Family shower
A shower (150 cmsx150 cms minimum) and a toilet (165x220cms or 190cmsx190cms minimum)
Water and toilet facilities for disabled people in the same building as for the other campers
Disabled sanitary facilities only open for the disabled
Shower seat / shower chair (folding or mobile) approximately 48 cm high
Baby room
Beach showers

Ground and vegetation

Pitches with plenty of shade
Pitches with some shade
Unshaded pitches
Marked pitches
grass

Washing, washing-up, cooking

Washing up sinks: hot water
Washing up sinks: cold water
Washing machine(s)
Laundry sinks: cold water
Laundry sinks: hot water
Dryers
Dishwasher
Ironing facilities

Food, drink and groceries

Breakfast available
Fresh bread available at the camp site
Groceries: extensive selection
Shop/supermarket with level entrance or with ramp
Restaurant (with ample choice)
Restaurant (limited choice)
Self-service restaurant
Canteen/restaurant with level entrance or with ramp
Snack bar
Pizzeria
Takeaway meals
Bar
Freezing for cooling elements
Ice available
Exchanging of gas cylinders

Rental accommodations

Bungalows/chalets
- total:317

Available to hire at the campsite

Refrigerators
Bicycles
Mountainbikes
Surfboards
Kayaks
Sailing-boats
Safes
Freezing blocs
Diving equipment hire

Swimming

Outdoor swimming pool
- surface area:438 m2
Toddlers' pool (ages 1-3, < 40 cm)
- surface area:10 m2
Sea swimming (max. 0.5 km)
Beach showers

Wellness

Sauna
Thermal baths
Whirlpool
Steam bath
Hydromassage
Massage

Beach

Sandy beach

Water sports and recreation

Fishing
Windsurfing permitted
Windsurfing course
Snorkelling
Waterskiing permitted
Scuba diving
- compressed-air cylinders filled
Diving course
Waterskiing course
Own boats permitted
Sailing permitted
Sailing lessons

For children

Children's playground: large
Toddlers' pool (ages 1-3, < 40 cm)
- surface area:10 m2
Entertainment programme: Children (at least 2x a week - h.s.)
- languages:Dutch | French | Spanish | English | German
Children's playground: small
Games room
Dance nights
Discotheque
Mini club (at least 4x a week - high season)
- languages:Dutch | Italian | French | Spanish | English | German | Danish
Children's sanitary facilities
Baby room
Water play area
Video games

Sport and games

Table tennis table
Multi-sports field
Tennis court(s)
Fitness equipment
Beach volleyball
Tennis lessons
Kayaks

Recreation (adults)

Entertainment for children from 13 to 18 years (at least 2x a week)
- languages:Dutch | French | Spanish | English | German
Entertainment programme: Adults (at least 2x a week - h.s.)
- languages:Dutch | French | Spanish | English | German
Fishing
Cycle routes starting at the camp site
- level:average | easy
Games room
Pool or billiards
Excursion programme (at least 2x a week - m.s.)
- period:01-07/31-08
Television
Video games

Situation of campsite

Situated on the coast (max. 0.5 km)
Distance to the sea (max. 10 km)
- distance:0 km
Shopping opportunities in the vicinity (< 10 km)
- distance:2 km
Located right next to the sea

For motorhomes

Motorhomes allowed
Special facilities for motorhomes
- electrical hook-up optional (Max. electricity: 10 ampère)
Also suitable for motorhomes > 8m and > 4 tonnes

Disabled

Disabled sanitary facilities on one level or accessible via a ramp
Width of door 100 cms minimum
Foldaway/lockable supports on at least 1 side of the toilet
Height toilet-seat approx. 48 cms
Next to toilet on at least one side approx. 90cms room to manoeuvre
In front of toilet at least 120 cms room to manoeuvre
No threshold of over 2cms high in sanitary block
Width of corridor in sanitary block 120 cms minimum
Door-springs light enough (3-4 kgs pressure)
A shower (150 cmsx150 cms minimum) and a toilet (165x220cms or 190cmsx190cms minimum)
Water and toilet facilities for disabled people in the same building as for the other campers
Shower seat / shower chair (folding or mobile) approximately 48 cm high
Special parking spaces for disabled people
Canteen/restaurant with level entrance or with ramp
Shop/supermarket with level entrance or with ramp
Disabled sanitary facilities only open for the disabled

Miscellaneous

Footpaths and roads are lit
Patrolled grounds
Quiet during the day
Quiet during the night
Temporary pitches outside the campsite without electr.
- total:5
Temporary pitches outside the campsite with electricity
- total:10
Special parking spaces for disabled people
Recharging point for electric cars
- total:4
Campsite info app
Payment method
- method of payment:reception
Ground
- surface:paved
Service facilities at the motorhome pitch
- fill up water tank
- electricity available / Amperage (Max. electricity: 5 ampère)

Weather

The weather on this campsite

Climate

	Relative humidity	Precipitation total (mm)	Hours of sunshine
Jan	82%	61	5
Feb	77%	49	5
Mar	74%	54	5
Apr	75%	73	6
May	74%	87	7
Jun	72%	62	7
Jul	70%	38	9
Aug	71%	55	8
Sep	76%	58	6
Oct	79%	79	6
Nov	77%	82	5
Dec	80%	47	5

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Camping La Ballena Alegre Costa Brava
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17470 / Sant Pere Pescador
Spain
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42°9'12"N 3°6'43"E
Exit 5 direction L'Escala. Then San Marti de Empuries (km 18.5).