Dutch-based Campspace merges with France’s HomeCamper; joint entity acquires Germany’s Camperland

France-based HomeCamper and Netherlands’ Campspace, two peer-to-peer micro camping platforms, have announced a strategic merger, creating the largest network of private camping spots in Europe.

Both HomeCamper and Campspace share a common vision: to enhance outdoor experiences by connecting enthusiasts with private or small-scale hosts offering “unique” stays in nature.

With this merger, the combined inventory will include private tent and RV sites, along with treehouses, yurts, and cabins.

HomeCamper CEO Etienne de Galbert says, “We are excited to join forces with Campspace. This merger represents a significant milestone in our mission to provide unparalleled camping experiences.”

“Together, we are creating a stronger community that benefits hosts and campers across Europe.”

Acquisition of Camperland

Additionally, the merger includes the acquisition of the German micro-camping platform Camperland, which has over 1,000 hosts.

This strategic move reinforces the combined entity’s leadership in Germany. Additionally, former Camperland bookers will gain access to all locations in the Benelux and France.

Aim of the merger

HomeCamper and Campspace, both founded around 2016, claim to be market leaders in France and Benelux, respectively. They offer micro-camping sites provided by private individuals or small-scale professional hosts.

HomeCamper has 8,000 hosts in France, Spain, and Italy, while Campspace has 4,000 hosts in the Benelux and Germany. The COVID-19 period boosted this form of camping, and the growth has continued post-pandemic.

Together, the companies will now offer 75,000 bookable spots across 45+ countries, supported by a network of 13,000+ hosts and a community of over 1 million bookers from more than 100 countries. In 2023, the two companies together sold thousands of overnight stays.

With this merger, campers can now book small-scale camping experiences across Europe, while hosts will gain access to a larger pool of campers from key markets.

Campers from France, Germany, and the Benelux book 235 million overnight stays annually, with 70 per cent of these bookings within their own countries (Eurostat, 2022).

Campspace CEO Hugo van Donselaar says, “With this merger, we have a fantastic presence in the most important European camping countries. Moreover, we can further promote this most sustainable way of travelling to a larger group of travellers and hosts.”