How to get along with your neighbors: Etiquette at the campsite

A campsite is a place where many people come together in close quarters to enjoy nature. To ensure everyone has a pleasant experience, consideration and good manners are essential. Here you'll find the most important rules of conduct for harmonious coexistence at the campsite.

1. Respect quiet hours

Many campsites have designated quiet hours, often from 10 or 11 pm until morning. During this time, you should avoid noise, loud music, or other disturbing sounds. This also applies to conversations outdoors or closing car doors.

2. Maintain cleanliness

Keep your pitch clean and dispose of your rubbish properly. Use the designated waste separation systems and leave your pitch as you would like to find it – preferably even cleaner.

3. Be considerate of your neighbors

At a campsite, the distance between pitches is often small. Respect your neighbors' privacy by not walking through their pitches, avoiding curious glances, and keeping your conversations quiet.

4. Keep an eye on children and animals

If you're traveling with children or pets, make sure they behave respectfully towards others. Children shouldn't disturb other campers, and dogs should be kept on a leash unless there are designated off-leash areas. Also, remember to always clean up after your dog.

5. Leave sanitary facilities clean

The shared sanitary facilities are for everyone's use. Please leave them as clean as you would like to find them. This applies equally to showers, toilets, and dishwashing areas.

6. Be considerate when grilling and cooking

Many campers love to barbecue or cook outdoors. Make sure that the smoke or smell of your food doesn't drift to your neighbors. Only use designated barbecue areas or equipment and observe any fire bans.

7. Avoid noise from vehicles

If you are traveling by campervan or car, reduce engine noise to a minimum. Drive slowly and avoid unnecessary driving around the campsite, especially during quiet hours.

8. Respect community facilities

Whether it's the pool, playground, or barbecue area – please respect the rules for using the communal areas. Adhere to the maximum occupancy time and leave the facilities clean and tidy.

9. Kindness makes life easier

A friendly "hello" or "good morning" is often enough to create a pleasant atmosphere. Helpfulness and respect are the foundation for harmonious coexistence on the campsite.

10. Observe the campsite rules

Each campsite has its own rules, which you will receive at check-in. Read them carefully and follow them. This will help you avoid misunderstandings and disputes.

With a little consideration and by following these etiquette rules, you can help make everyone's stay at the campsite a pleasant experience. Camping thrives on a sense of community – and this works best when everyone behaves respectfully and responsibly.