When choosing a nature campsite, it is important to consider the location, surroundings and your preferences. Do you want to be completely secluded, where hardly any hikers pass by and only the fox might briefly dart by? Or are you looking for a place that is well connected to the hiking network? Would you like to cool off in a stream in the afternoon or listen to the nocturnal activities of the animal world while sitting by the campfire? In Switzerland there is a nature campsite for every preference.

Make sure you bring the necessary camping equipment. Depending on what's available locally, you'll likely need a tent, sleeping bag and sleeping pad, unless of course you're traveling with an equipped camper. Cooking equipment, water and food should also not be missing. We recommend recipes that are easy to prepare and require only a pot. In addition, it is always helpful to pack a headlamp, a first aid kit and suitable outdoor clothing to make your nature camping adventure a success.

When camping in nature, it is important to respect the environment and leave no trace. This means following the Leave No Trace principles, such as packing up all trash and not disturbing plants or wildlife. But also make sure to only use cosmetics and hygiene products outdoors that are biodegradable and do not contain microplastics. These should also never end up in bodies of water, but should seep into the ground, where degradation can take place more unproblematically.