My name is Frauke, and I’m a blogger for Clever unterwegs, the online magazine for van life enthusiasts. For the past eight years, my husband and I have been travelling around Europe in a self-sufficient six-metre van, enjoying time in the countryside as well as city breaks. In March 2026, we visited southern Greece for the first time, on the Peloponnese peninsula. And this beautiful corner of the world truly enchanted us.
What could be better than spring? The birds are chirping, everything is turning green and blooming. You can experience all this a little earlier and a little warmer than in Central Europe in southern Greece: on the diverse Peloponnese. We visited the peninsula in March and were immediately enchanted. At this time of year, however, there are a few things you need to bear in mind as a camper.
The southernmost point of Greece and the second southernmost point of mainland Europe are located at Cape Tenaro on the Mani Peninsula, the wildest part of the Peloponnese. Despite this, you shouldn’t expect summer temperatures in this area in March. Whilst it’s usually warm and sunny during the day, it can get quite chilly at night.
And even though temperatures on the coast can reach or exceed 20 degrees, conditions in the inland areas can be quite different. Why is that? The mountains in this region rise to heights of up to 2,500 metres, and even when the sun is shining, it’s still cold here in spring. When we arrived in early March, the peaks were still covered in snow.
For you and your campervan, this means you should bring plenty of warm clothing and enough warm blankets for the night. If you have a vehicle with gas heating, you should get hold of a Greek gas cylinder in good time. These are readily available in many household goods shops. If you want to go hiking in the mountains, you should definitely bring warm and windproof clothing.
Do you like swimming in the Mediterranean? Then March is the wrong time of year for you. The water temperatures are around 15 to 16 degrees. If that’s your swimming temperature, you can of course go for a swim…
Even if it’s not hot, you can expect really good weather in March on the Peloponnese, and above all plenty of sunshine. It can be windy at times, but the wind is often pleasantly warm. So sunglasses, sun cream, a hat and a T-shirt are your essentials in March on the Peloponnese. You should definitely always have a light jacket to hand, though, as it can be cooler in the shade or in the wind. We really enjoyed this weather, as it makes activities much more fun. In summer, it would be too hot for us in this area.
The season on the Peloponnese doesn’t start until April, and in some areas – depending on the location – even later. This means that most campsites are still closed. Although there are a few sites that are open all year round, even these may be closed. For example, a site might be listed as open on Campercontact, but you might still find yourself facing a locked gate. Although I really appreciate this feature on Campercontact, the Greeks don’t always stick strictly to their opening hours. You will, of course, find sites that are open using this feature, but you shouldn’t count on it.
We found ourselves standing in front of Gythion Bay Campsite, which is normally open all year round, but whose gate was firmly locked. You should therefore be prepared not to rely on the facilities provided by campsites. This means that your vehicle should be equipped to be as self-sufficient as possible.
In our view, a composting toilet is a must, as you can dispose of it easily almost anywhere. Grey water can be disposed of at petrol stations and car washes. The good news is that fresh water is available almost everywhere, whether at petrol stations or at publicly accessible wells, springs or taps. These are often even fitted with a threaded connection, so you can easily attach your water hose. In most cases, the water is of good quality.
You’ll struggle to find motorhome sites on the Peloponnese; if anything, there are tavernas that offer varying levels of facilities for campers. Even these tavernas may be closed in winter. You should therefore always have a Plan B for overnight stays and be equipped with essentials at all times.
With Campercontact, as well as the (hopefully) open campsites, you can find many beautiful spots for wild camping and a few pitches at tavernas. The latter, in particular, allow you to combine a delicious meal with an overnight stay.
What you’ll find in the Peloponnese in March are stunning seaside spots, which you’ll usually have all to yourself. It goes without saying that you must follow the rules that apply to campers in Greece: you may park in areas designated for parking. Parking means parking, not camping. Awnings, chairs, tables and the step should therefore remain inside. There’s no reason why you shouldn’t spread out on the beach near your vehicle, but not directly in front of it. You should definitely observe the other rules, as there’s a risk of hefty fines of several hundred euros. It’s best not to leave any traces behind, and ideally, make sure your spot is cleaner after your stay than it was before. Then you’ll have a wonderful and unforgettable time in the Peloponnese in March.
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Frauke - Clever Unterwegs