Carnival is one of the most fun and crowded celebrations in Spain, and experiencing it in a motorhome has a huge advantage: you sleep close to the action and don't have to drive after the party. At the big events, accommodation runs out and prices soar; with a camper, you bring your home with you. Here are the best Carnival destinations and tips for enjoying it.
Spain's great carnivals
- Cadiz: the wittiest, with its satirical chirigota and comparsa groups; pure Cadiz charm.
- Santa Cruz de Tenerife: one of the most spectacular in the world, with its costumes and murgas.
- Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, and the Canary Islands Carnival in general.
- Traditional, ancestral carnivals: those of Bielsa, Lantz, Verín, Laza... with their centuries-old masks and rituals.
The camper advantage
At Carnival, cities like Cadiz or Tenerife fill up and accommodation is expensive and scarce. A motorhome solves where to sleep (at nearby aires or campsites) and, above all, safety: you enjoy the party and walk or take transport back to your home, without driving. You'll need range if you're staying overnight away from mains power (see calculator).
Practical tips
- Book well in advance: aires and campsites near the big events fill up.
- Park outside the centre and get around by transport or on foot (see campers in the city).
- Enjoy it respectfully: tidy up after yourself, don't disturb others and look after the sites.
- Rural carnivals are an authentic, less crowded alternative.
In summary
Carnival in a camper lets you enjoy the party while sleeping nearby and without driving afterwards, a huge advantage at crowded events like Cadiz or Tenerife. The step to take today: choose your carnival, book an aire or campsite nearby well in advance, and get to the action by transport or on foot; you'll enjoy the party without the worries of accommodation and getting home. Combine it with long weekends and short getaways.