26.06.2024

Legal wild camping - a sustainable alternative

We love camping. Why? Because there's no comparable feeling of freedom. For many campers, wild camping represents the ultimate freedom. But how do we ensure that nature gets a breather while avoiding overcrowded commercial campsites?

Getting into the camper in the morning and not knowing where the journey will lead. Just driving off and discovering beautiful places. Escaping the crowds and letting your soul dangle. Wild camping offers a very special feeling of freedom. Crowded, commercialized campsites are an absolute nightmare for many campers. Thus, wild camping often seems like the only way to enjoy a camping trip undisturbed and away from the crowds. However, experienced campers know: The relationship between regions, municipalities or locals, and camping enthusiasts is tense, and often the only apparent solution is prohibition signs or warnings.

The challenges of wild camping

In Austria, wild camping is generally not allowed and is punishable by high fines. Although the individual federal states have different camping laws, let's be honest: Who understands this prohibition jungle and feels like dealing with all these camping laws before a camping trip? Probably very few of us.

What should be clear, however, is that just because one owns a camper and loves freedom, it should not be taken for granted to park anywhere without permission and to wild camp. On the one hand, most forests and meadows are private properties, and on the other hand, incorrect behaviors increasingly burden nature and prevent the maintenance of important rest periods. No one wants to give up freedom and the wild camping feeling, but to give sustainable camping tourism a chance, solutions must be found and all parties must work together. Because one thing is certain: wild camping is only fun as long as nature is protected and we don't wake up next to forgotten trash bags.

Legal Wild Camping: How like2camp is Transforming Your Camping Experience

Our goal at like2camp is to channel wild camping into regulated paths. We want you to enjoy the beauty of nature without circumventing camping laws or harming the environment. Through our platform, we offer legal, nature-close camping spots that provide a real alternative to wild camping. We utilize existing and sealed infrastructure, giving these places a secondary use. These spots are not only a retreat for those seeking tranquility but also an important source of income for the regions that host these beautiful places. So, it's wild camping with a clear conscience.

Become part of the like2camp community and experience the legal wild camping feeling. With like2camp, you can explore the world without leaving a trace, while also supporting the places you visit. It's a win-win situation for everyone involved: the campers, the regions, and the environment. So, check out our camping spots and book your next camping adventure with us!