Camping on Isla Cristina

Located in the west of the breathtaking Costa de la Luz, the campsites in Isla Cristina offer perfect conditions for an active or beach holiday. Those seeking peace and quiet and families alike feel at home on the fine sandy beach. The cool eucalyptus and pine forests in the surrounding area are perfect for long walks with the dog. Culture vultures are drawn to the city centre, where a lively centre with historic buildings awaits.

Special features of camping in Isla Cristina

Approximately 136 km west of the metropolis of Seville and 50 km from the provincial capital of Huelva, the campsites in Isla Cristina are located on the Atlantic coast. The campsites are just a few minutes' walk from the long sandy beach and are located outside the town centre. Families with children can reach the sea from many campsites in Isla Cristina without having to cross a road. In some cases, guests stay in cool forests where tall trees provide natural shade. The idyllic Marismas de Isla Cristina nature reserve is also not far away. Here, dog owners can take long walks with their four-legged friends along the mouths of the Guadiana and Carreras rivers.

How to get there

Holidaymakers are best advised to plan several days for the journey from Germany to the campsites in Isla Cristina. The distance from Frankfurt to the Costa de la Luz is 2,450 km, from Munich almost 2,500 km and from Berlin even 2,900 km. Depending on where you are travelling from, there are various routes to choose from. The route leads from the north via Belgium to the French border. The border with Spain is reached at Bordeaux. Via Salamanca in central Spain, the route continues southwards to Seville. From Frankfurt, the French border at Saarbrücken is reached after around 180 km. The shortest route leads via the fashionable seaside resort of Biarritz to the border crossing at Biriatou. From here, it is 1,060 kilometres across Spain and also via Seville to Isla Cristina. Both the motorways in France and Spain are subject to tolls. You often have to pay when you leave the motorway or at the toll booths. If you want to pay the toll by credit card in Spain, join the lane labelled vias automáticas.

Activities and excursions

Numerous sights and the endless sandy beach make your holiday resort a multi-faceted holiday destination.

Activities by the water

The picturesque harbour town of Isla Cristina has retained its original character over the centuries. As fishing is still one of the most important economic sectors, the harbour is a hive of activity, especially in the morning when the cutters come and go. The town is also famous for its 12 km of sandy beaches, which stretch eastwards to the popular holiday resort of Islantilla. The gently sloping shore and fine sand offer families with children perfect conditions for splashing around and building sandcastles. Active holidaymakers can let off steam on the coast by surfing or stand-up paddleboarding.

Eldorado for hikers and culture lovers

Nature lovers will find a true paradise in the Marismas de Isla Cristina National Park. Numerous hiking trails lead through the 2,145-hectare wetland area, which provides a habitat for rare birds. For culture fans, the 40-minute drive to Huelva is worthwhile. One of the landmarks is the statue of Christopher Columbus at the eastern end of the city, where the great navigator once set off on his voyage to India. La Merced Cathedral with its two tall bell towers is also worth a visit.

Gastronomy

There are numerous cosy restaurants to choose from in the lively centre of Isla Cristina. The lively harbour is also an excellent place to dine. A special experience is a visit to the fish auction hall, where freshly caught fish is offered in the morning. Seafood is also the main ingredient in many regional specialities, such as the pink flagellated shrimp gamba blanca, tuna with tomato or skate with paprika. The Huelva region is also famous for its delicate jabugo ham. The special flavour is due to the special feeding of the pigs with acorns and fresh herbs. The stews with lamb and chickpeas are also delicious. Most of the main courses are rounded off with high-quality olive oil from the region.

Weather

The climate in Isla Cristina is characterised by mild, humid winters and sunny, dry summers. Even during the coldest months of December and January, temperatures can reach 15 degrees centigrade. However, there is an average of 8 days of rainfall per month during this time. Those travelling to the campsite in Isla Cristina for a swim will find the best conditions from June to September. Then the sun shines from the sky for 10 to 12 hours a day. There is hardly any rainfall during the warm season. The water of the Atlantic remains refreshingly cool at 19 to 20 degrees Celsius, even during the high season.