Camper Circle or XL Pitch? Deciding Where to Park Your Motorhome

Choosing between the Camper Circle and an XL camping pitch can make a big difference to comfort, setup flexibility, and price. If you're weighing up space, power, awning rules, and booking options, this guide explains exactly how the Camper Circle or XL Pitch compare at Ballum Camping—so you can park with confidence and enjoy a seamless stay.

The quick answer

• Choose the Camper Circle (mobile home pitches) if you want a paved spot designed for motorhomes (up to 10 m) with on-pitch power, simple awning use, reliable drainage, and easy access to fresh water and waste points.
• Choose an XL camping pitch if you prefer a larger grassy pitch (150 m²), the option to add a small extra tent for free, and the ability to specify a preferred location for longer stays. Motorhomes, caravans, and tents are all welcome on these pitches.

Both options give you access to all campsite facilities and hedges that help reduce wind exposure. Your choice mainly comes down to vehicle type, space and setup needs, and how you like to camp.

What is the Camper Circle (mobile home pitches)?

The mobile home site sits in a quiet area of the campsite and is laid out specifically for motorhomes.

Key features:

• Suitable for motorhomes up to 10 meters long
• Paved parking with an adjacent grass section for sitting
• Camping behavior allowed: you may put up an awning; however, no sidewalls in the awning and no tents, annexes, trellises, or windbreaks
• Hedges provide good protection against the wind
• Good drainage helps prevent wet feet in bad weather
• Pitch size of approximately 50–70 m²
• Power supply (10 Amp.) on pitch; electricity is charged per kWh according to a meter
• Water available at central taps; you can fill fresh water and empty gray water at the tank spot; emptying the chemical toilet is free
• Use of all campsite facilities

Important notes:

• The mobile home pitch (in the circle) is only for mobile homes.
• Arrival after 14:00; departure before 12:00.

Tip: If you drive a compact campervan and don’t need electricity, Ballum Camping also offers dedicated small campervan pitches with a paved surface and service-point access.

What is an XL camping pitch?

The standard camping pitch at Ballum Camping is 100 m²; if you want more space, opt for the XL pitch (150 m²) or go even bigger with the XXL pitch (200 m²).

Core details for camping pitches (including XL/XXL):

• Size options: Standard 100 m², XL 150 m², XXL 200 m²
• 10 Amp power available; electricity is charged per kWh by a mobile power meter
• Water taps are located at the beginning of each row of pitches
• Hedges offer protection from the wind
• Extra small tent allowed free of charge on camping pitches
• You can stay with or without electricity
• Motorhomes, caravans, and tents are all welcome on these pitches
• You may indicate a preferred location free of charge with a minimum stay of 6 nights; for shorter stays, you can still indicate a preference, but it may be changed
• Arrival after 14:00; departure before 12:00

Good to know:

• If you would rather stay with your camper on a regular camping pitch instead of the Camper Circle, that is possible; the camping pitch rates then apply.

Camper Circle vs XL pitch: side-by-side comparison

Pricing at a glance (2026)

Below are the base nightly rates including 2 persons. Electricity is charged separately per kWh according to a meter, and an environmental tax applies per person from 15 years of age.

• Mobile home pitch (in the circle) only for mobile homes: DKK 150,00 (low season) / DKK 180,00 (high season) — € 20,65 / € 24,80
• Camping pitches (2 adults, standard/XL/XXL):
  • Standard: DKK 205,00 (low) / DKK 255,00 (high) — € 28,25 / € 35,15
  • XL: DKK 265,00 (low) / DKK 355,00 (high) — € 36,55 / € 48,95
  • XXL: DKK 315,00 (low) / DKK 435,00 (high) — € 43,45 / € 60,00
• Environmental tax (obligatory) from 15 years: DKK 7,00 — € 0,95 per person per night
• Fresh water/gray water: free; chemical toilet emptying: free

Note: In low season you can benefit from discount programs on certain pitch types:

• ACSI discount card rate on a standard pitch (includes 2 adults, one unit, power up to a max. of 4 kWh/day, one 4-minute shower per person/day, and one dog). Environmental fee applies. Limited availability; card must be activated and shown on arrival.
• ADAC Pincampcard: 15% discount per night on a standard pitch for 2 adults.
• Camping Key Europe: 15% discount per night on a standard pitch for 2 adults.
• Low-season stay offer (7=6, 14=12, 21=18, 28=24) on standard, XL, XXL, or tent pitches; not combinable with other promotions or discount cards and not valid 28.12.2026–04.01.2027.

For full details, see Prices 2026 and Discount cards.

Booking rules and check-in/out times

• Arrival after 14:00; departure before 12:00.
• Camping pitches (including XL/XXL): You can indicate a preferred location free of charge for stays of 6 or more nights. For shorter stays, you can still indicate a preference, but it may be changed.
• Small campervan pitches (no electricity): pitch numbers cannot be reserved; the number on your confirmation is temporary—choose a free spot upon arrival.

Tip: The campsite is open from 27.03 until 01.11 and again from 28.12 to 04.01, and is fireworks free during the winter opening.

Practical takeaways

• Pick the Camper Circle if you want a paved, motorhome-specific spot with on-pitch power and simple setup rules (awning yes, sidewalls and extra tents no).
• Pick an XL pitch if space matters (150 m²) or you plan to add a small extra tent for free.
• Traveling in a compact van and don’t need power? Consider the small campervan pitches with paved surfaces and full access to the service area.
• If you’re staying 6+ nights on camping pitches, indicate a preferred location when booking.
• In low season, check Discount cards and the 7=6 type stay offers for savings on standard/XL/XXL or tent pitches.
• Remember the environmental tax per person (from 15 years) and that electricity is metered per kWh.

FAQs

What’s the main difference between the Camper Circle and an XL pitch?

The Camper Circle is purpose-built for motorhomes, with paved parking, 10 Amp power on pitch, and specific setup rules (awning allowed; no sidewalls or extra tents). An XL pitch is a larger camping pitch (150 m²) that welcomes motorhomes, caravans, and tents, and allows one small extra tent free of charge.

Do both options have electricity?

Yes. The Camper Circle and XL pitches both offer 10 Amp power. Electricity consumption is charged per kWh according to a meter. On camping pitches, you can also stay without electricity if you wish.

Can I reserve a specific pitch number?

• On camping pitches, you can indicate a preferred location free of charge for stays of 6+ nights (for shorter stays, preferences may be adjusted).
• On small campervan pitches without electricity, you select your spot upon arrival; pitch numbers aren’t reserved in advance.

Are water and waste facilities included?

Yes. Fresh water is available at central taps, you can fill fresh water and empty gray water at the tank spot, and emptying the chemical toilet is free.

Conclusion: How to choose—fast

• Choose the Camper Circle if you prioritize paved parking, motorhome-focused design, and on-pitch power with streamlined awning rules.
• Choose an XL pitch if you want more room to spread out, the option for a small extra tent, and the ability to request a preferred location on longer stays.

Ready to book your ideal spot? Reserve now via Booking, compare all options on Camping pitches and Mobile home pitches, and check Prices 2026 and Discount cards for the best value. Arrival is after 14:00 and departure is before 12:00—we look forward to welcoming you to Ballum Camping.