Camping Packing List
What you really need when camping
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Forests, mountains or beach: the main thing is nature – a real relaxation on vacation. So that this works and you can relax, you will find a detailed packing list for camping here. Also to print out and check off – so you don’t forget anything!
The long-awaited vacation is just around the corner – but before you jump in the car and drive off, there are a few things you should think about! So that you really don’t forget anything, we have put together a packing list for your camping holiday. Also to print out so you really think of everything ?.
Camping: with suitcase or backpack?
Whether you go camping with a suitcase or with a backpack is a matter of belief. Yes, you have to carry a lot of weight with a backpack, on the other hand you don’t have to roll a suitcase over badly paved paths, grass, stones and mud – as long as it can do it at all and you don’t have to tuck it under your arm at the end.
Camping packing list: where to go?
If you are camping in a rather warm and sunny country, you will probably be able to do without an umbrella and take plenty of sunscreen and a beach shelter with you. You should also inform yourself about the following in advance of your arrival or your stay:
- you need one for your travel destination Visa?
- how much does a ride with Ferry?
- do you need a Vignette?
- how are you in Health insurance abroad?
The following list covers a basic inventory that you can use when camping and should be adjusted and/or supplemented depending on the destination.
Camping packing list – start on time
The destination is set, the campsite is booked, now it’s time to pack. It is important for you to find out beforehand how the campsite is equipped. Is there e.g. a kitchen? This way you can possibly save valuable space in the car – and even more so if you are traveling without a car! Start packing for camping in good time (about two weeks before departure) so you still have enough time to replace a broken tent, get adapters, buy enough basic provisions, etc.
Camping packing list: the basics by category
The packing list for camping is clearly arranged by category – so you can find everything very quickly. At the end you will also find the list for download.
documents and finances
- Cash (in local currency)
- ID card/passport
- EC card
- Electronic Health Card
- Possibly foreign health insurance
- driving license and vehicle registration
- Travel documents (travel guide, directions, booking documents)
- emergency numbers
- Possibly hiding money
automobile
- Spare wheel
- Warning triangle and safety vest
- tow rope
- reserve key
- reserve canister
- First aid kit and tool box
- Possibly GPS/road map
- Possibly Automobile club membership card
- Possibly vignettes and toll cards
Technology
- Mobile phone and charging cable (possibly power bank)
- junction boxes or extension cords
- Possibly socket adapter
equipment
- tent and pegs
- hammer
- padlock
- tape/cable ties
- folding spade
- pocket knife
- sleeping bag and sleeping mat
- pillow
- Light for the tent and headlamp
- Candles/tea lights/mosquito candles/lanterns/torches
- Camping table and chairs
- Camping stove (+ gas bottle) or grill (+ charcoal and lighter)
- lighter/matches
- pots and pans
- cutting board
- tin opener
- cooking spoon/grill tongs
- Camping crockery (e.g. made of stainless steel or melamine)
- camping cutlery
- picnic blanket
- Blanket for cool evenings
- Bowl for rinsing + sponge + cloth
- dishtowels
- garbage bag
- food storage boxes
- Drinking bottle for on the go
- cooler bag
- hand brush and shovel
- sewing kit
- Rain cover for backpack/pack sack
- umbrella/parasol
Basic catering
- Plenty of water (10 l canister)
- coffee/tea/cocoa powder
- pasta/rice
- cooking oil
- canned goods
- salt, pepper, sugar
- other spices
Clothing
- Laundry bag/bags for dirty laundry
- travel detergent
- sleepwear
- Long sleeve shirts and t-shirts
- Pants
- underwear and socks
- Outdoor clothing as required (functional shirt and socks, rain jacket and pants, etc.)
- Shoes as required: hiking shoes, rubber boots, sandals
- Exchange pair for shoes
- Fleece jacket or thick sweaters for the evenings
- bath slippers
- swimwear
- hat or cap
- sunglasses
hygiene and health
- First aid kit
- Toilet paper
- towels
- ear plugs and sleeping mask
- travel pharmacy
- Personal medication (e.g. asthma spray)
- Toothbrush and paste
- shampoo and shower gel
- Creams, deodorant, razors
- nail scissors and tweezers
- brush
- tick tongs
- Mosquito and tick spray
- suncream
You can also download the camping packing list and tick it off piece by piece. Everything included? Very good, there are more camping tips here – then you can start ?.
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