Is it legal to camp in Germany?


Is it legal to camp in Germany? Wild camping is prohibited in Germany. If you simply pitch your tent in a German forest, you risk receiving a fine of up to 500 euros or even more if you do so with a camper van. It is even possible to camp here: Ferropolis is an open-air museum near Dessau.


Which country is best for wild camping Europe?

5 of the best destinations for wild camping in Europe
  1. Sweden. The Swedes have a word for the freedom to roam. ...
  2. Norway. Wild camping is actively encouraged in Norway, where the mountains soar and the waterfalls thunder. ...
  3. Scotland. ...
  4. Portugal. ...
  5. Estonia.


Can you sleep in a tent in Europe?

For campers who prefer to camp by tent, you are almost guaranteed to find adequate accommodations in Europe's many campsites. Whether you enjoy the lavender fields of Provence, France, or the beaches of Barcelona, Spain, the vast majority of European campsites will have plenty of available lots for tent campers.


Why is camping not allowed in Germany?

Most people with a love of air and nature will understand that in a densely populated country like Germany, natural areas need special protection. Animals and plants urgently need the little space we still allow them. Nature reserves and national parks are therefore absolutely taboo for any overnight adventure.