European Number of Persons Employed of Camping Grounds, Recreational Vehicle Parks and Trailer Parks Share by Country (Units (Employees))

In 2023, Germany led the European camping and recreational vehicle parks industry with a 22.28% share in employment, growing by 4.02%. France followed closely with 18.7%, marking a 4.34% increase. Spain and Italy showed modest growths of 2.3% and 1.76%, respectively. Greece, with a significant 4.25% rise, indicated strong performance, unlike Belgium and Romania, which saw declines in employment shares with reductions of 1.08% and 3.5%. Macedonia experienced the most substantial increase at 25.99%, suggesting dynamic development. Overall, the sector exhibited varied changes across Europe, with notable positive trends observed in emerging markets.

Future trends to watch include:

• Potential growth in emerging markets such as Macedonia and Bulgaria due to high recent increases in employment share.
• Impacts of economic changes and policy shifts in larger markets like Germany and France.
• Continued recovery and adaptation to post-pandemic tourism demands across Europe.
• Technological advancements and sustainability practices could reshape employment and operational dynamics.