Wonderful tent spot in Genk: Wooded area and places of interest

4.46 (37 reviews)

Verified Genk, Limburg, Belgium #s007202

Instant book

Pets allowed

Toilet

Drinking water

Electricity

Ways to spend the night

Tent

About this campspace

Child and animal friendly environment, with ropes course in trees and wooded walks. C-mine, labiomista, mountain bike trail.
The center of Genk is a 15-minute walk away.
And so much more.

Your host

Sala Go to map

Amenities

Drinking water
Wood-fired oven
Hot water
Refrigerator
Dishwashing sink
Kitchen

Available pitch types

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Select check-in and check-out dates to see available pitches.

Instant book

Sala's place

Bring your own

Tent

Away from the crowds, time for reflection.
Find your place in the Stiemer Valley

from € 20.00 per night

Your host, Sala

4.46 (37 reviews)

Acceptance rate: 100%

Tips

Walk to the thorpark, labiomista, c-mine, visit a restaurant on the vennestraat
The sunrise is beautiful through the forest
Vennestraat market on Saturday, Colruyt at 2min,
George & the Bear
Foglia vegan resto, Vennestraat World Kitchen, El Verde vegan lunch

Reviews

Anne

How was the contact with the host?
Very nice

August 2023

Marlieke

Tell us about your experience
We had 2 wonderful days with the kids!
We were pleasantly surprised that there was so much for the children to do. Awesome!

How was the contact with the host?
The contact was good, very nice people!

August 2023 · Translated from dutch

This guest

Tips for new guests?
Bring mosquito repellent :)

August 2023

Francesc

August 2023

Maurits

August 2023

Edwin

Tell us about your experience
We had a wonderful experience camping is Sala's place, particularly with the various amounts of animals around the campsite (shout-out to the overly friendly magpie and the dogs).

Location is within minutes from the train station and the city center by cycling. Facilities are also good.

How was the contact with the host?
Nothing but positive vibes.

Tips for new guests?
Just follow Sala's instructions and everything will be super. We recommend setting up tent by the river.

July 2023

Gabriëlle

Tell us about your experience
A wonderful place to relax. Very cozy with chickens and roosters and four-legged friends. Nice and relaxed

How was the contact with the host?
Sala and co are very warm people. You feel very welcome

Tips for new guests?
Enjoy it

July 2023 · Translated from dutch

Pluk je

Tell us about your experience
Very nice and special place.

How was the contact with the host?
Good

June 2023 · Translated from dutch

Sarah

Tell us about your experience
We want to go back!

How was the contact with the host?
Very good.

Tips for new guests?
Highly recommended for everyone.

July 2023 · Translated from dutch

Wieke

Tell us about your experience
Inspiring place with space. We were very nicely received by Sala. He gave us good instructions and guidance to complete the climbing course.

How was the contact with the host?
Good!

June 2023 · Translated from dutch

Maxim

Tell us about your experience
I had a good time at Sala's campsite - as a base for visitors to Genk. Close by, yet enclosed in greenery and tranquility. The campsite is spacious, with a creative and rustic interpretation. Do not expect luxury, but everything is available. Sala and his wife are also super authentic and sympathetic people. The contact with them is sincere. Recommended!

June 2023 · Translated from dutch

Andy

Tell us about your experience
Arrived on Friday and immediately in contact with Kim and Sala under the motto "how do you see it?" then immediately welcomed by 2 of their 3 dogs. Superbeasts and everyone's friends. are they too enthusiastic work "to your bank" perfectly and the peace returns. There are also some chickens walking around including their 4 house chickens. (sorry again that simba was a bit too enthusiastic :-s )

After a small move we got a super nice place close to the stream.
On Saturday there was a nice market nearby.
that's the nice thing about this location, you feel like you're in a closed world somewhere and yet you're close to everything.
For the rest it was just 2 days of enjoyment.
Sala&Kim thanks for the nice weekend. We will definitely come back with the kids.
Joke Andy & Simba

How was the contact with the host?
Super!!
So busy that Sala seems so much peace exudes Kim.
Really open people with the heart in the right place.
They are always ready to help or leave the guests alone.
Their friends who pass by from time to time are also all nice people.
Their dogs, chickens and magpie are also part of their clan / pack or whatever you want to call it.

Tips for new guests?
Be open and Experience....
Expect nothing and get everything.
Don't forget "to your bank" :-)

June 2023 · Translated from dutch

Cora

Tell us about your experience
A beautiful area in the middle of the forest and a small stream. The place is characterized by its tranquility and connection with nature. There are free-ranging chickens with their chicks, dogs and cats that like to visit you often.

How was the contact with the host?
Very hospitable people who are always helpful

Tips for new guests?
The place is perfect for people who really want to sleep properly in nature and don't want a crowded campsite with asphalt etc. However, you also have to be prepared for the fact that you cannot do without dirt in the right nature

June 2023 · Translated from german

Anne Marie

Tell us about your experience
Had a great time at Sala. Beautiful camping spot, super nice people. Recommended.

How was the contact with the host?
Very good, friendly welcome and also nice contact during the stay.

April 2023 · Translated from dutch

Mark

Tell us about your experience
I had a great weekend with Sala and friends. A wonderfully relaxed atmosphere and interesting conversations about music, religion, art and everything. Sala Place is a versatile experience between art, dogs, chickens (cocks?), forest and simple amenities.

How was the contact with the host?
Sala is an open and spontaneous host who never ceases to amaze you when you get to know him better.

Tips for new guests?
Beautiful setting for cycling and walking. The highway is present in the background. It is a stone's throw from Genk with many restaurants and other amenities.

April 2023 · Translated from dutch

Pietro

Tell us about your experience
super good! i planned a last minute trip out of season arriving quite late, sala was very welcoming, help me set up, the next day his friends were around, all super welcoming and nice - i really recommend!

March 2023

Eldert

Tell us about your experience
While passing through, we ended up at Sala's place on a rainy evening. Yuba, his playful dog, who curiously comes to meet you, but then leaves you alone. Unless you want to play. Looking up you see an ingenious climbing course, built by the host himself.
With our small tent we found a somewhat higher and dry place to sleep in the forest. It was free to use Sala's kitchen and sanitary facilities.
The chickens happily roamed the grounds between special sculptures (made by Sala).

How was the contact with the host?
If you want to meet someone who is unique and wise, Sala is the right place for you. He gives you a warm welcome, is generous in sharing his space where needed and very friendly to deal with. And stories? He can write a wonderful book about it.

Tips for new guests?
make sure you can stay a little longer!

September 2022 · Translated from dutch

Jurgen

Tell us about your experience
Nice place where freedom and happiness are central. Nice place for people without a fear of heights, because host Sala sometimes dares to let you go off the ground.

How was the contact with the host?
Very sympathetic and approachable guy with heart in the right place. Makes time for his guests and their children.

September 2022 · Translated from dutch

Marieke

Tell us about your experience
Very welcoming and friendly people! Nice garden en space to chill. It was a bit rainy so we didnt spend a lot of time outside, but I think if the weather was a bit better its really a little paradise! Would happily come back again.

How was the contact with the host?
Perfect!

September 2022

Dorien

Tell us about your experience
Thinking back brings a smile to my face. On the one hand it was nothing, sanitary as in a normal house clean, on the other the space, the atmosphere and the freedom of the animals. Children in particular can enjoy themselves 100% with climbing and clambering equipment, bathe their feet in the pond and cuddle with the chickens.

How was the contact with the host?
Very warm, but also with his friends who lend a hand. They give you the feeling of being welcome and it doesn't matter if you are young or old (in our case).

Tips for new guests?
If you are looking for something with luxury and bells and whistles, then this is nothing, but if you want to enjoy a very green environment and you do not have high expectations, this is very special.

August 2022 · Translated from dutch

V

Tell us about your experience
Nice experience!
We shared the campfire with lovely open people.
Would definitely recommend for climbers. Ideal base for the many sights in and around Genk.

How was the contact with the host?
Perfect host, cares about his audience. We will definitely come back! Smooth and clear communication.

Tips for new guests?
Be sure of the dogs, all very good and listen well to Sala. But not for the faint of heart.

September 2022 · Translated from dutch

Paul

Tell us about your experience
Fantastic place! We camped in the woods, sat around the campfire every evening and climbed the climbing course several times. Sala is a generous and kind host. I felt very much at home with Sala. We'll be back for sure!

How was the contact with the host?
Super! Sala is friendly and happy to give tips on things to do in the area. We very much enjoyed the conversations with Sala during the day and in the evenings around the campfire.

Tips for new guests?
Come camp and climb here and get to know Sala!

August 2022 · Translated from dutch

Didier

Tell us about your experience
We had a great time with the host who is present for his campers, it's a return to nature as there are not many. I recommend this place to anyone who wants to live a great adventure

How was the contact with the host?
Very good

Tips for new guests?
Take the time to live in the greatest simplicity

August 2022 · Translated from french

Scout Jans About the scout program

Tell us about your experience
Step into the world of Sala and let yourself be carried away. It's crazy!

On arrival we are warmly welcomed with the questions: “what is your goal? What's your plan? What do you want to come here to do?” I let his questions come in for a moment, because my head is still processing all the first impressions of the terrain. We soon find our way and enjoy the children clambering through the climbing forest. The friendly passers-by from the neighborhood who give free rein to their creativity in the studio. Or just come for a drink and a chat.

There is a lot to do and experience for young and old at Sala's Place. There is a super cool climbing forest. You can walk with Sala through the swamp and the forest. And camp freely in the woods with your tent. For vans there are 2 to 3 spots on the site on the edge of the forest. There is also an abandoned slaughterhouse nearby for the real urban explorer.
In addition, there are many and very social animals on the site, such as dogs, a cat, a lot of chickens and roosters, especially the cuddly chicken Herman. Success guaranteed for a great micro adventure!

In the evening you can sit down by the campfire and enjoy the beautiful stories Sala has to tell. And believe me, there are more than enough.

Sala, many thanks for the great time. We will definitely come back!

How was the contact with the host?
Super. Sala is a very cool, adventurous host, for young and old.

Tips for new guests?
Turn off your head and let yourself be carried away in the beautiful world of Sala.

August 2022 · Translated from dutch

Host Sala has responded

🥲 swallow!!
Thank you!

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MAAIKE

Tell us about your experience
I enjoyed, beautiful wooded area and yet so close to the lively center of Genk.

How was the contact with the host?
Fantastic, never experienced such a hospitable host before.

Tips for new guests?
Just enjoy yourself .... you step into a whole other world for a while and that is wonderful.

August 2022 · Translated from dutch

Katia

Tell us about your experience
We thoroughly enjoyed our weekend in Genk. Partly thanks to the warm welcome of Sala and Inge. It is pleasant to stay, high in the trees, but also cozy in the evening by the campfire. Our dog was close friends with the dogs of the house and our son was close friends with chicken Herman. Worth repeating!!

July 2022 · Translated from dutch

Eugene

Tell us about your experience
Very special place with a unique atmosphere .
Between chickens dogs and a very friendly magpie. Unique experience at Sala

How was the contact with the host?
Friendly welcoming person.

August 2023 · Translated from dutch

Dagmar

Tell us about your experience
Nice stay. Was quiet and enough space. Friendly dogs, especially if you have a dog of your own, will come and visit you. My dog found this a bit exciting but the dogs were very calm so this went well. It is definitely recommended to stand on the water. Even saw a beaver swim by!

How was the contact with the host?
Friendly people, if you have questions you can always come.

Tips for new guests?
Go for a nice walk!

June 2023 · Translated from dutch

seb

Tell us about your experience
Great weekend, calm, full of encounters, a very playful dog, a tree climbing course,...

May 2023 · Translated from french

Albert

Tell us about your experience
Very nice place. Dogs and chickens. Lots of freedom to stand the way you want.

How was the contact with the host?
Very warmly received by Sala's girlfriend who showed me around

May 2023 · Translated from dutch

Marlies

Tell us about your experience
Super hospitable
We were allowed to climb immediately if we wanted to, and had a nice campfire in the evening

How was the contact with the host?
Top

Tips for new guests?
Enjoy the free reception

April 2023 · Translated from dutch

Roswita

Tell us about your experience
For us it was just a switch on arrival. Share sanitary facilities with the owner, among other things. But it soon became a super cool experience. Especially the climbing course, with good guidance was great. A cozy campfire every evening. Scattered cuddly chickens, sweet dogs and cats. And at that time we had a very nice large group of other guests.

How was the contact with the host?
Sala is very welcoming and sociable. Takes the time for you to tell things or have a nice conversation.

Tips for new guests?
Nice that our dog could come with us. You can walk straight into the woods from the site.

August 2022 · Translated from dutch

Virginie

How was the contact with the host?
Very well

August 2022

Bart

Tell us about your experience
You shouldn't be here for the great luxury, but we weren't looking for that either. There is a nice casual, free and restful atmosphere where both animals and humans can relax.
Children can be a child here and romp in the woods.

How was the contact with the host?
The host is always friendly and always ready so that everyone can enjoy their holiday.

Tips for new guests?
Luxury is living in freedom.

August 2022 · Translated from dutch

Laura

Tell us about your experience
A quirky place, impressive ropes course (though didn't have time to do this myself), set in a grove. Unfortunately, this grove is located between a busy road and a train track ... That makes it a little less idyllic.
Sanitary and kitchen are in the host's house, and in my opinion should be more okay for that price.

How was the contact with the host?
Sala is a sympathetic host who clearly has his heart in the right place.

February 2023 · Translated from dutch

Ingrid

Tell us about your experience
Very messy……
There are 2 places in the forest that do
be ok
Toilet very primitive

How was the contact with the host?
Friendly

Tips for new guests?
Hippie vibe, if you like that then ok
If you want a clean place without clutter around you, then you should look for something else

April 2023 · Translated from dutch

Amber B.

Tell us about your experience
We were not exactly welcomed, the host was clearly not aware of our reservation and would rather not see us come, we were impressed. There was a place on the edge of the forest but that was super soggy and we just collapsed with our camper. (is also close to a motorway so a lot of noise). When asked if there was a possibility to make a fire, we got the answer to look for stones and wood in the forest. In winter everything is wet so that was not an option.
Very unfortunate in the end because all the other reviews were very good, but our experience was very different.

Tips for new guests?
Maybe better luck in the summer?

February 2023 · Translated from dutch

Host Sala has responded

I am open to open communication.
Each perception can be interpreted in different ways.
If there is something discuss it.
I like to hear it and for every problem there is a solution.
If I may give you/the world some advice....
Never assume that you have an idea what others think of you. Because you're radically wrong

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Surroundings

At this campspace

River or stream
Forest
Chickens

What you can find in the area

Forest

Ways to spend the day

Hiking
Cycling
Swimming

Additional info

Cancellation Policy

Guests who cancel at least 3 days before check-in date will receive a refund of the amount paid by them (excl. Campspace fees). Otherwise they will not be refunded.

Rules

Dogs are allowed as long as they don't bother the other animals.

Pets allowed: yes

Checking in and out

Check-in between: To be agreed
Check-out between: To be agreed

Sala's place

Facilities

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Former guests' pictures

Ways to spend the night

About this campspace

Your host

Amenities

Available pitch types

Adults

Children

Sala's place

Your host, Sala

Tips

Reviews

Anne

Marlieke

This guest

Francesc

Maurits

Edwin

Gabriëlle

Pluk je

Sarah

Wieke

Maxim

Andy

Cora

Anne Marie

Mark

Pietro

Eldert

Jurgen

Marieke

Dorien

V

Paul

Didier

Scout Jans About the scout program

Host Sala has responded

MAAIKE

Katia

Eugene

Dagmar

seb

Albert

Marlies

Roswita

Virginie

Bart

Laura

Ingrid

Amber B.

Host Sala has responded

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