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First Camp Sjöstugan ***

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7.3

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First Camp Sjöstugan is situated on a promontory jutting into a large lake (Möckeln) in the south of Sweden. On this family campsite you may choose your own spot on the lake shore. You camp here amidst nature: on grass under trees, with a splendid view of the water. In the nearby town of Älmhult, the first IKEA store was opened in 1958. Nowadays, there is an IKEA museum here.

Amidst greenery

First Camp Sjöstugan is attractively located on a wooded promontory. You camp here on grass under tall trees. The site slopes and has substantial height differences. There are no demarcated pitches. If you arrive early in the day, you are likely to have a wide choice of pitches. If you get there a bit later, chances are that you will stand on a less level pitch. Make sure you bring adequate tools to level your camping equipment.

Terrace by the water

The campsite offers a variety of catering facilities, including a beautiful restaurant directly by the water. The view from the conservatory and the terrace is spectacular.

Beaches and islands

Möckeln is a large lake which lends itself perfectly to various watersports. Furthermore, it is an ideal spot for fishing. Along the wooded banks of the lake there are numerous jetties, pebble beaches and sandy beaches. The campsite has its own beach with a jetty and beach showers. You can hire canoes, kayaks and rowing boats to explore the lake. Tip: pack some food and sail to one of the many islands for a picnic. Adjacent to the campsite is Bökhults Badplats, a public beach which is very popular with swimmers. It has floating play equipment in the water for children.

€23 per night during lowseason
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This inspector visits First Camp Sjöstugan every year and inspects the campsite based on more than 200 facilities and other points. The inspector is an employee of ACSI and not affiliated with the campsite.

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Reviews (4)

Average rating: 7.3

Toilet facilities: 6.0
Staff: 7.6
Price - quality comparison: 5.9
Child friendliness: 7.8
Sports facilities: 7.5
Food and drink: 7.5
Surroundings: 9.0

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Nerac, on this campsite in July 2023
6.4

Travelling party: Couple

Der Campingplatz hatte Anfang des Jahres einen Betreiberwechsel von privat zu First Camp.
Als langjährige Stammgäste von Sjöstugans sind wir vom neuen Betreiber First Camp total enttäuscht. Wenn man so einen Namen führt, sollte man auch einen ordentlichen Service zu annehmbaren Preisen anbieten.
- schlechterer Service am Platz - z. B. wird kein Kanutransport mehr angeboten und auch kein Bring- und Abholservice zum Bahnhof
- Mülltonnen oft übervoll
- kalte Duschen wg eines defekten Boilers über den gesamten Urlaub (bei Anmeldung kann man dann im Hotel duschen)
- nur eine funktionierende Waschmaschine (2. war schon bei Ankunft defekt und nach drei Wochen immer noch)
- Sanitär, Küche, Waschmaschinenraum nicht mehr so sauber wie in früheren Jahren (des öfteren fehlte am Abend auch bis zum nächsten Tag Toilettenpapier)
- überhöhte Stellplatzpreise die täglich wechseln (werden lt. Angabe des Destinationschefs in einem Algorithmus nach Angebot und Nachfrage berechnet)
- Vorauszahlung des gesamten Aufenthaltes, bei evtl. früherer Abreise keine Rückzahlung, aber Platz wird am gleichen Tag neu belegt (d. h. zweimal bezahlt)
- auch Zahlung im Shop (Eis, Kleinigkeiten) ausschließlich mit Karte
- die Dauercamper sind komplett weg und mussten sich nach einem anderen Campingplatz umsehen
- Anzahl Stellplätze neu nur noch 70 (statt vorher ca. 130)
- nie voll belegt, obwohl anders angegeben - besonders Hotel und Hütten waren schlecht belegt (und das im Juli)
- war bisher immer ein \"Durchgangsplatz\". Das wurde auch weniger durch die neuen Modalitäten.

Fazit:
Wir haben unter den Bedingungen das Beste aus unserem Urlaub gemacht.
Aber wir werden uns sehr genau überlegen, ob wir nach 15 Jahren als Stammgäste weiterhin Gäste in Sjöstugans Älmhult sein wollen.
Schade, es ist ein so schöner Platz direkt am See Möckeln mit so vielen Möglichkeiten, der bis zum letzten Jahr (privater Betreiber) zudem auch von der guten persönlichen Atmosphäre Mitarbeiter/Betreiber mit Gästen lebte. Das ist nun völlig abhanden gekommen.

Ich kann daher auch auf keinen Fall eine Empfehlung für den ACSI Award geben.

Nerac, on this campsite in July 2023
5.9

Travelling party: Couple

Der Platz wurde Anfang 2023 vom Besitzer an First Camp verkauft. Jetzt wenig Service für viel Geld pro Übernachtung. Völlig überzogen.
Viele bisherige (alte) Services wie z. B. Transport von Kanus zu einer anderen Einsatzstelle werden nicht mehr angeboten. Buchung online und Bezahlung im Voraus. Keine Erstattung bei eventuell früherer Abreise. Vor Ort Bezahlung (Eis etc.) ausschließlich mit Karte, kein Bargeld.

Wolfgang Farr, on this campsite in August 2022
8.3

Travelling party: Family with children, 4 – 12 years

Toller Campingplatz mit viel Möglichkeiten zum spielen für die Kinder! War auch toll zu baden und vom Steg zu springen…

Facilities

General information

Guide price 1: €35.00
Guide price 2: €43.76
Period of opening: 01-01-2025 till 31-12-2025
Area: 1.6 ha
Altitude: 150m
Number of touring pitches: 100 (50 - 80m²)
Number of camper pitches: 12
Number of accommodation units for hire: 27
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

Wifi 80-100% coverage
Dog(s) in high season (on lead)
- Max. total:2

Internet

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

At the reception

Reservation with CampingCard ACSI also possible
ACSI Club ID is accepted as an identity document
Advance booking recommended for high season
Passport/identity card required
Credit cards accepted
- credit card:Visa Card | MasterCard | Amex
Defibrillator
Reception easily accessible for the disabled
Languages spoken at reception (during the main season)
- languages:English | German

Pitch amenities

Tap at/near the pitch (max. 50 m)
Also suitable for caravans > 5.5m, excluding towbar
Electrical hook-ups possible
- Max. electricity:10 ampère

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

Toilet facilities

Washbasins: hot water
Washbasins: cold water
Heated toilet facilities
Children's sanitary facilities
Standard toilets
Toilet paper provided
Toilet for the elderly
Chemical toilet disposal point
Toilet-shower combination (215cmsx215cms minimum)
Showers: hot water
Showers: cold water
Senior citizens' shower (with extra wall supports)
Water and toilet facilities for disabled people in the same building as for the other campers
Water and toilet facilities for disabled people not in the same building, but fitted with alarm
Disabled sanitary facilities only open for the disabled
Shower seat / shower chair (folding or mobile) approximately 48 cm high
Canteen/restaurant has toilet adapted for disabled people
Baby room
Beach showers
Cleaning station for chemical toilets

Ground and vegetation

Pitches with plenty of shade
Pitches with some shade
Unshaded pitches
grass
Hard ground
Sloping site

Washing, washing-up, cooking

Washing up sinks: hot water
Washing up sinks: cold water
Individual cooking facilities
Washing machine(s)
Laundry sinks: cold water
Laundry sinks: hot water
Dryers
Microwave
Ironing facilities
Cooking facilities for groups

Food, drink and groceries

Breakfast available
Fresh bread available at the camp site
- period:01-05/30-09
Groceries: limited selection
- period:01-05/30-09
Shop/supermarket with level entrance or with ramp
Restaurant (limited choice)
- period:01-05/30-09
Self-service restaurant
- period:01-05/30-09
Canteen/restaurant with level entrance or with ramp
Takeaway meals
- period:01-05/30-09
Bar
- period:01-05/30-09
Communal barbecue area

Rental accommodations

Bungalows/chalets
- total:4
Apartments
- total:1
Tents
- bungalow tents (total: 8)
(Log)cabins
- total:14

Available to hire at the campsite

Bicycles
Kayaks
Pedal boats
Rowing-boats

Swimming

Swimming in the lake/recreation pool(max. 0.1 km)
Beach showers

Wellness

Sauna
Steam bath

Beach

Sandy beach

Water sports and recreation

Fishing
Windsurfing permitted
Jetty/buoy
Waterskiing permitted
White water kayaking/rafting
Own boats permitted
Sailing permitted
Trailer slope

For children

Children's playground: small
Games room
Children's sanitary facilities
Baby room
Crazy golf
No entertainment programme

Sport and games

Jeu de boules alley(s)
Beach volleyball
Crazy golf
Golf course nearby (max. 10 km)
- distance:3 km
- total:18
Stand-up Paddling
Canoes
Kayaks

Recreation (adults)

Fishing
Cycle routes starting at the camp site
- level:average | easy
Marked out walking routes near the camp site
- level:easy
Games room
Television

Situation of campsite

Located by a lake/recreation pond (max. 0.1 km)
Located in the woods
Panorama
Shopping opportunities in the vicinity (< 10 km)
- distance:2 km

For motorhomes

Motorhomes allowed
Special facilities for motorhomes
- water refill
- grey water discharge
- electrical hook-up optional (Max. electricity: 10 ampère)
Special pitches for motorhomes
- Surface area:60 m2
- Amount:12
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
Toilet-shower combination (215cmsx215cms minimum)
Water and toilet facilities for disabled people in the same building as for the other campers
Water and toilet facilities for disabled people not in the same building, but fitted with alarm
Shower seat / shower chair (folding or mobile) approximately 48 cm high
Canteen/restaurant with level entrance or with ramp
Canteen/restaurant has toilet adapted for disabled people
Shop/supermarket with level entrance or with ramp
Reception easily accessible for the disabled
Disabled sanitary facilities only open for the disabled

Miscellaneous

Patrolled grounds
Quiet during the day
Quiet during the night
Temporary pitches outside the campsite without electr.
- total:15
Payment method
- method of payment:reception
Ground
- surface:unpaved | grass

Weather

The weather on this campsite

Climate

	Relative humidity	Precipitation total (mm)	Hours of sunshine
Jan	89%	48	1
Feb	86%	31	2
Mar	74%	38	3
Apr	77%	37	5
May	67%	46	7
Jun	72%	52	8
Jul	72%	73	7
Aug	78%	63	6
Sep	82%	71	4
Oct	86%	63	3
Nov	88%	66	1
Dec	92%	53	1

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First Camp Sjöstugan
Bökhult 27
34338 / Älmhult
Sweden
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56°34'7"N 14°7'55"E
The campsite is signposted on route 23. On the E4 near Traryd take route 120 towards Älmhult.