RV Camping Checklist for Portugal in the Summer

Vehicle registration and insurance papers

Driver’s license (valid in Portugal)

Roadside assistance details

RV rental agreement (if applicable)

Passport / ID

European Health Insurance Card (if applicable)

Toll payment method (e.g., Via Verde or prepaid toll card)

Maps / GPS (offline maps recommended)

Lightweight, breathable clothing

Swimwear

Sun hat / cap

Sunglasses

Light jacket (for cooler coastal evenings)

Comfortable walking shoes

Flip-flops / sandals

Sleepwear

Laundry bag

Sunscreen (high SPF)

After-sun lotion / aloe vera

Insect repellent

Personal hygiene items (toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.)

Prescription medications

First aid kit

Hand sanitizer / wipes

Portable stove or built-in cooker

Gas supply

Cooking utensils (pots, pans, spatula)

Plates, bowls, cups, cutlery

Dish soap and sponge

Cooler / fridge supplies

Drinking water containers

Non-perishable foods (pasta, rice, canned goods)

Snacks

Coffee / tea essentials

Camping table and chairs

Awning or sunshade

Ground mat / outdoor rug

Flashlights / headlamps

Extra batteries or power bank

Extension cables and adapters (EU plugs)

Water hose (for campsite connections)

Wastewater container

Trash bags

Power hook-up cable

Freshwater tank (filled)

Empty grey/black water tanks before departure

Leveling blocks

Toolkit (basic repairs)

Duct tape / zip ties

Fire extinguisher

Spare fuses

Beach towels

Umbrella or beach tent

Snorkeling gear

Surf gear (popular in coastal areas like Algarve)

Hiking gear (for trails in Sintra or national parks)

Reusable water bottles

Mobile phone + charger

Local SIM card or roaming plan

Offline maps (e.g., Google Maps)

Camping apps (park4night, Campercontact)

Wild camping is restricted—use designated camper areas

Carry coins/cards for campsite facilities

Observe fire restrictions (especially in summer)

Respect quiet hours at campsites

Fuel tank full

Tires checked (including spare)

Water tank filled

Waste tanks emptied

All lights and signals working

Weather forecast reviewed