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Packing List for your Camping Holiday

Packing List for the Camping Holiday
Pack your car in an organised way with this packing list for your camping holiday

The trip is planned and the campsite is booked - there's only one thing left: Packing things! Getting all of your gear together and thinking of everything can sometimes be quite nerve-wracking and time-consuming. Take a look at our camping packing list now and easily decide which things to take with you on holiday. If you go through our list step by step, you're guaranteed to go on a camping holiday without that typical, queasy "I forgot something" feeling.

**Depending on the destination and type of accommodation you choose, you will of course need different equipment and items. Regardless of your chosen camping region and travel time, there are a few things that you should always have with you. In our comprehensive packing list you will find all the important camping equipment at one glance.

  1. Paperwork: Important Documents
  2. Socks and T-Shirts: Clothing
  3. First Aid Kit: Drugstore Items
  4. For Camp Fire Evenings: Food and Entertainment
  5. And everything else: All or Nothing
  6. Pegs and Hammers: Tent Campers
  7. Stuffed Animal and Blanket: Family Holiday

Paperwork: Important Documents

Packing List for your camping holiday
Camping equipment from paperwork to coffee pots
  • Driving licence and registration papers for the vehicle
  • ID card
  • Campsite reservation
  • Health insurance card and vaccination certificates
  • Adress lists for postcards - If you want to greet your loved ones from your holiday, you should have the address ready so that you don't arrive home before your postcard.
  • camping.info App on your phone

Optional for trips abroad:

  • Vignettes / toll cards
  • Passport
  • Proof of international health insurance

Socks and T-Shirts: Clothing

Packing list for your camping holiday
Camping packing lists aren't complete without a jacket and warm socks

Depending on your individual destination and planned activities

  • Sweaters and long-sleeved shirts
  • T-Shirts
  • Pants and shorts
  • Underwear, socks
  • Jacket (Raincoat)
  • Shoes of all type (running shoes, hiking boots, sandals, flip flops)
  • Sewing kit
  • Backpack for day trips
  • Swimwear
  • Pyjamas

Optional:

  • Hiking poles
  • Helmet for bike tours
  • Rubber boots
  • Surfing, diving or sailing licence
  • Fishing permit
  • and all you'll need for your favourite activities

First Aid Kit: Drugstore Items

packing list for your camping holiday
Pack the medication and check off the packing list

Hygiene:

  • Shower gel and shampoo
  • Sun lotion
  • Deodorant
  • Brush
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Q-Tips
  • Earplugs and sleeping mask
  • Travel hair dryer
  • Towel
  • Razor
  • Toilet paper
  • Wash bag for all your hygiene items
  • Detergent and clothesline depending on length of stay

many of these articles are also available in travel sizes

Travel Pharmacy:

  • First aid kit (this should always be available and up to date in your caravan, motorhome, tent or car).
  • Disinfectant spray
  • Mosquito or insect repellent
  • Tick card or tweezers
  • Painkillers
  • Plasters (for blisters as well)
  • Ointment for wounds
  • Personal medication

For Campfire Evenings: Food and Entertainment

Packing list for your camping holiday
Good food and the gas cooker must not be missing from the packing list

Food and Utensils:

  • Cooler bag and groceries
  • Thermos and drinking bottle
  • Cleaning cloths, sponge, dish towel and detergent
  • Trash bags
  • Tupperware containers
  • Kitchen roll
  • Dishes and cutlery
  • Camping cooker or grill
  • Lighter
  • Toaster or mini oven/microwave
  • Kettle
  • Pot, pan and bowl
  • Kitchen knife, cutting board and scissors
  • Pocket knife (with this you have everything like a bottle opener, corkscrew, knife, scissors and much more)
  • Washing-up bowl
  • Coffee maker

So that you don't have to eat canned ravioli every day, you can find delicious and simple dishes to cook yourself on our camping recipes topic page. Many campsites have a small mini-market so you can also do some shopping on site. For the long journey, it's always good to pack a few snacks in case you get hungry.

Entertainment:

  • Board games (for a game night with the whole family)
  • Deck of cards
  • Book
  • Ball (volleyball, football or beachball)
  • Kubb
  • Frisbee
  • Table tennis bat and ball
  • Bicycles
  • Pen and Paper (for drawing)

Optional:

  • Camera
  • Binoculars
  • Umbrella
  • Air pump
  • Headlight

And everything else: All or Nothing

packing list for your camping holiday
All the stuff you should also have on your packing list
  • Ziploc bags
  • Storage boxes
  • Lamp
  • Sleeping mat or air mattress
  • Cash
  • EC / Credit cards and the respective emergency numbers
  • Gas cartridges
  • Camping chairs, picnic blanket
  • Chargers for all your devices
  • GPS or map

Tools:

  • Hammer
  • Tent pegs/nails
  • Duct tape
  • Cable ties
  • Karabiner
  • Safety pins
  • Pocket knife
  • Loading straps

Now that your bags are packed book free campsites at camping.info

packing list for your camping holiday
Traditional tent camping once again

Peg and Hammer:

Tent Campers

Packing the right luggage can be quite difficult. Especially when tent camping you don't want to take too much with you, but you still want to be prepared for everything.

In our magazine article "Into the Wild: The Ultimate Camping Gear Packing List" we show you what you should definitely pack for your next camping trip with a tent.

To the Tents
packing list for your camping holiday
Camping with the family

Stuffed Animal and Blanket:

Family Holiday

Getting everything together can be quite chaotic - especially when camping with kids. Have I really packed everything and not forgotten a cuddly toy?

So that you can start your holiday with your family relaxed, we have created a packing list for camping with children for you in our magazine - so that you are optimally prepared.

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Frequently Asked: All About Camping Packing Lists

What should I take with me when camping with a motorhome?

When camping with your motorhome, you should not forget to include it on your packing list:

  • First Aid Kit: Safety first. A well-equipped first aid kit is essential.
  • Toolbox: Basic tools for minor repairs should always be with you.
  • Navigation Aids: Whether GPS or traditional maps, you should always know where you are and where you're going
  • Power supply: An additional battery pack or solar panel ensures the power supply.
  • Kitchen utensils: Even if you plan to eat out often, you'll need the essentials like pots, pans and cutlery.

Now that your bags are packed book an available campsite on camping.info

What items should not be missing from the packing list when camping with a tent?

When tent camping, make yourself really comfortable with:

  • Ground protection: Before pitching the tent, lay out a tent pad or groundsheet to keep moisture out. An extra rug inside the tent provides extra comfort.
  • Sleeping comfort: Invest in a good sleeping mat or air mattress. A thick sleeping bag and a pillow or inflatable neck pillow will increase your sleeping comfort.
  • Lighting: Hang battery-powered LED fairy lights or a camping lantern. The right lighting creates a warm, cosy atmosphere.
  • Ventilation: Make sure your tent is well ventilated to prevent condensation. Many tents have integrated ventilation openings.
  • Insulation: In cooler temperatures, a woollen blanket or extra groundsheet can provide an extra layer of insulation.

Now that your bags are packed book an available campsite on camping.info

What do I need to pack when camping by car?

When car camping in a small space, don't forget to bring:

  • Sleeping arrangements: Depending on the car, a mattress, sleeping pad or air bed can be useful. Don't forget to bring a sleeping bag and pillow.
  • Cooler: To keep food and drinks fresh, an electric cooler that plugs into the cigarette lighter is ideal.
  • Cooking equipment: A portable gas cooker and basic cookware are sufficient for simple meals. A grill can also be a good option.
  • Lighting: Headlamps and battery-powered lanterns are helpful, both for orientation and atmosphere.
  • First aid kit: Basic medical supplies such as plasters, painkillers and bandages should always be at hand.
  • Navigation: In addition to a GPS device, it is advisable to have a physical map with you in case the technology fails.
  • Power supply: An extra battery pack or solar charger will ensure that your mobile phone and other devices don't give up the ghost.
  • Camping Chairs & Table: A folding table and chairs greatly increase comfort.
  • Waste bags: Respect nature and don't leave any rubbish behind. Therefore, waste bags are indispensable.

Now that your bags are packed book an available campsite on camping.info

What should I not forget on my winter camping packing list?

When winter camping, don't forget:

  • Four-season tent: A robust tent specifically designed for winter use is essential. It should be able to withstand snow and strong winds.
  • High-quality sleeping bag: A sleeping bag suitable for low temperatures is a must. An additional sleeping pad or inflatable mattress will increase comfort.
  • Warming layers: Thermal underwear, fleece layers and a waterproof, breathable outer layer are important. Don't forget hats, gloves and warm socks.
  • Insulated bottles: Normal drinking bottles can freeze. Insulated bottles will keep your tea or coffee warm and drinkable.
  • Snow shovel & ice axe: These can be useful for pitching the tent or moving around in the snow.
  • Lighting: The days are short, so good headlamps or lanterns are essential.
  • First aid kit: A well-stocked first aid kit with extra heat packs is a must.
  • Safety equipment: A GPS device, whistle, fire starter and possibly an avalanche transceiver (LVS) can be lifesavers.
  • Personal hygiene: Lip balm and skin cream can protect against the effects of the cold, dry air.
  • Hand and foot warmers: These disposable heat packs can be a welcome source of warmth.

Now that your bags are packed book an available campsite on camping.info

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