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June 13, 2023

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What do you need for your camping holiday?

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Your smart camping packing list - do you have everything?

Whether you're single, a couple or a family, camping is one of the most popular ways to go on holiday. When camping in the midst of nature, you can expect relaxing moments and a romantic ambience paired with an exciting sense of adventure. Hardly any other type of holiday offers you the opportunity to be so close to nature. Perfect for anyone who loves to celebrate the feeling of freedom. Of course, your camping checklist can vary depending on how and where you want to spend your days off.

To enjoy a relaxing camping or motorhome holiday it's important to have great camping equipment. Only with good preparation will camping become an unforgettable memory. Because unlike hotels, holiday homes or holiday appartments, the climate and season play a role here. The fact that you go on a self-catering camping holiday is also an important factor.

Now you're asking yourself: What should I not forget when camping? Simply go through the to-dos on our camping packing list.

1. Journey and important documents

2. Hand luggage

3. First-aid kit

4. Basic equipment part 1

5. Basic equipment part 2

6. Main luggage

7. Kitchen & Co.

8. Checklist for camping with babies & children

9. Checklist for dog owners

10. Camping at EuroParcs

Journey & important documents:

  • Booking confirmation for the campsite

  • If travelling by car: fuelled vehicle + driver's licence + car manual

  • If travelling by plane: all important documents (tickets, check-in & baggage check-in etc.)

  • Address + directions + contact details

  • Sat nav + charging cable

  • Wallet with credit & debit cards + cash

  • Vehicle licence + car insurance documents

  • ID card/passport + proof of immunisation + visa (if applicable)

  • Health insurance card

  • Proof of foreign travel health insurance + emergency number

  • Vignette/toll card if applicable (check if a digital version is available)

  • Accident equipment incl. warning triangle + safety waistcoat + rescue blanket etc.

  • Spare fuses + jumper cables

  • Lashing straps and ropes

  • Cover for window panes

Important: Check the entry requirements to your destination country and the validity of your travel documents in advance.

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Hand luggage incl. travel entertainment & catering:

  • Books or e-book reader

  • Tablet/laptop + external hard drive/USB stick if required

  • Music boxes for travelling

  • Mobile phone/smartphone + camera

  • Headphones + charging cable + power bank

  • If necessary, think about games/activities for children

  • Hearing protection/sleeping mask if necessary

  • Cosmetics for travelling

  • Small first-aid kit

  • Change of clothes for 1 day (especially for children)

  • Support and thrombosis stockings if necessary

  • Glasses/sunglasses

  • Disinfectant spray

  • Tissues/refreshing tissues

  • Snacks + chewing gum

  • Drinks (only possible when travelling by car)

  • Reusable drinking bottles

  • Cool box

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First-aid kit & medicine:

  • Medication for travel sickness, headaches, gastrointestinal complaints, colds, coughs and sore throats

  • Sprays and tablets for allergies

  • Insect spray

  • Ointment for stings

  • Ointment for wounds

  • Important individual medication

  • Birth control pill if necessary

  • Emergency first aid kit

  • Tick tweezers/card

Important: Please note the temperature and weather forecast in your chosen holiday region when making your camping checklist.

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Basic equipment part 1:

Are you camping or sleeping in a caravan? Do you have your own motorhome or are you hiring a caravan? Depending on the type of camping and available caravan equipment, please only take the necessary items from the packing list.

  • Tent in the required size + groundsheet

  • Anti-theft device: drawbar lock + ball or drawbar cover (caravan)

  • Shims for the caravan supports or chocks for the motorhome

  • Car jack

  • Spare tyre/tyre repair kit with compressor

  • Toolbox + screw assortment + rubber mallet

  • Shovel

  • Spirit level

  • Wheel spanner/torque wrench

  • Pocket knife

  • Multitool if necessary

  • Armour tape + insulating tape

  • Wire + cable ties

  • Torch

  • Spare batteries + rechargeable batteries

  • Waste water tank/bucket

  • Suitable waste water hose/water hose + adapter

  • Collapsible canister + watering can + large plastic bottle + funnel

  • Storm tape

  • Toilet fluid/tabs

  • Drinking water sterilising agent

  • Hoover + dustpan + broom

  • Doormat/rubber mats

  • (Caravan) step

  • Weather protection: awning/pavilion/sun sail

  • Additional tarpaulin

  • Lamp for the awning

  • Gas bottles (gas cooker/barbecue etc.)

  • Fire extinguisher

  • Sufficiently long cable reels

  • Chargers/USB cables for all electronic devices

  • Converters

  • Socket adapters if necessary (if you are travelling abroad

  • Multi-socket outlets

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Basic equipment part 2:

  • Barbecue + camping fridge + gas cooker + kettle

  • Table + chairs + loungers (foldable)

  • Lanterns/candles

  • Matches/lighter + gas lighter

  • Bucket and rinsing bowl

  • Clothes hanger + clothesline + clothes pegs

  • Parasol/umbrella + stand/holder

  • Organiser boxes in various sizes

  • Foldable laundry basket

  • Cords for tensioning

  • Sleeping mats/air mattresses/mattresses

  • Sleeping bag/blanket + pillow + sheets + duvet covers

  • Wool blankets + extra pillows if necessary

  • Towels + flannels + beach towels

  • Picnic blanket

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Main luggage:

  • Underwear + bras

  • Pyjamas

  • Tops (tops + shirts + jumpers/cardigans + blouses/shirts)

  • Trousers (short or long)

  • Dresses/skirts

  • Socks + tights if necessary

  • Shoes (rubber boots, beach shoes, sandals, sports shoes, slippers, walking shoes, sneakers, high heels if necessary)

  • Sportswear

  • Accessories if necessary (bag + belt + scarf + jewellery)

  • Jackets (depending on the weather: light, warm or waterproof)

  • Summer fashion such as swimming trunks, bikini or swimming costume

  • Winter fashion such as ski suit + ski equipment + hat + scarf + gloves

  • Rain trousers + rain jacket etc.

  • Sun protection: sun cream + after-sun cream + hat or cap

  • Beach gadgets such as air mattress

  • Beach bag/backpack

  • Accessories for your hobby (e.g. fishing utensils or golf clubs)

  • Beach toys + ball games + magnifying glasses + board games

  • Parasol for the beach/beach shell

  • Hammock if necessary

  • Cosmetics: Shampoo + shower gel + hair conditioner + deodorant

  • Toothbrush + toothpaste

  • Creams for body, face, hands + lip care

  • Hair gel/hairspray

  • Hairbrush/hair comb

  • Hair clips + hair ties

  • Hairdryer

  • Cotton pads + cotton buds + tissues

  • Beauty articles: Make-up + perfume + nail polish

  • Make-up remover + nail polish remover

  • Contact lens solution + cases

  • Feminine hygiene products such as tampons or sanitary pads

  • Contraceptives

  • Razor + shaving foam/shaving gel

  • Nail scissors + nail file + tweezers

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Kitchen & Co.:

  • Food + drinks for at least the first morning or evening

  • Additional food (please buy locally - if necessary, please check entry requirements in advance)

  • Spices (e.g. salt + pepper)

  • Sugar if necessary

  • Oils + balsamic vinegar

  • Coffee filter for making coffee + coffee

  • Complete set with crockery + cutlery

  • Chopping boards

  • Pots + pans in various sizes (suitable for gas cookers)

  • Trivets

  • Bowls

  • Soup ladles + spatulas + whisks + wooden spoons + peelers etc.

  • Cutting knife + scissors

  • Corkscrew + bottle opener + tin opener

  • Measuring jug + sieve

  • Barbecue accessories (charcoal/gas bottle + lighter, tongs etc.)

  • Kitchen roll + cling film + aluminium foil + baking paper + freezer bags

  • Thermos flask

  • Food storage containers and clips

  • Rubbish bags for kitchen & bathroom

  • Sufficient tea towels

  • Tabs for the dishwasher if necessary

  • Cleaning products for bathroom + kitchen etc.

  • Cleaning utensils: washing-up liquid + washing-up brush + cleaning cloths + sponges

  • Toilet paper

  • Detergent/softener

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Checklist for camping with babies & children:

  • Child seat for the car

  • Bottle + drink + baby food + bib

  • Changing bag + nappies (including swim nappies) + wet wipes

  • Baby care products + baby sun protection and cold protection

  • Pushchair or baby sling

  • High chair if necessary

  • Cot or similar

  • Bed linen/sleeping bag

  • Baby monitor + charging cable

  • Breast pads + breastfeeding aids for mum if necessary

  • Potty

  • Children's crockery (plates + forks + spoons)

  • Spare clothes + sun hat + cap

  • Water wings

  • Clothing suitable for the weather

  • Dummy + cuddly toys

  • Books + favourite toys

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Checklist for dog owners:

  • Dog food + treats + water for the journey & departure

  • Dog basket/dog blanket

  • Food and water bowl

  • Toys

  • Hygiene bags/dog bags

  • Coat care

  • Dog harness/collar + lead

  • Sturdy transport box if necessary

  • Dog towel

  • Muzzle (if necessary)

  • EU pet passport + vaccination certificate

  • Liability insurance number

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You haven't booked your camping holiday yet?

We have a suggestion for you: At EuroParcs you'll find campsites in the forest, near the city, on the water or near the beach.

What makes a camping holiday at EuroParcs so special? With us, you can enjoy the benefits of a holiday park while having a wonderful camping experience close to nature. Simply choose your favourite holiday park on our website or search for available campsites at EuroParcs.

Depending on the holiday park, there are various great extras. Which ones? The wide range of services ranges from launderettes and bread delivery services to boat hire and indoor pools. EuroParcs campsites are located in the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg and Austria.

Pitching a tent and cooking on a gas cooker is not one of your holiday favourites? If you still want to experience cosy camping flair: In addition to classic campsites, you can also camp more glamorously at EuroParcs: In our glamping tents. Find out more about the exclusive camping trend on our website.

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