For many people traveling to Europe, thoughts of high priced hotels and expensive train rides cloud their judgement about making the decision to travel or not. However, for frugal travelers, especially those going to backpack through Europe, there are an assortment of options to make your experience both affordable and exciting. One of the most uncommon and unique experiences you can have in Europe is to spend a few days camping.

What sounds better than a few nights camping in the beautiful scenery of the Italian Riviera? I’ll tell you what. Nothing! You may not have even considered it, but camping in Europe is an excellent way to get a truly personal feel for whichever country you’re visiting. On top of that, it is either free or much more affordable than any other means of lodging, including hostels. Europe is home to over 10,000 campgrounds, so make use of them on your next European vacation and get the most out of your travel experience.