11 tips to make a camping holiday more sustainable
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Although sustainability and environmental protection are becoming increasingly important, people often turn a blind eye to them when traveling. But camping in particular is about the connection between people and nature. You can find out more about it here:
11 tips to make your next camping holiday more sustainable
1. Tip: Environmentally friendly travel
Sustainability can be taken into account right from the start by carpools formed So it is better to travel by car rather than by car – this applies to short trips as well as summer holidays. The driving style also plays an important role in terms of CO2 emissions and climate protection. consistent driving style at as constant a speed as possible is the most environmentally friendly.
2nd tip: Use sustainable means of transport locally
The best way to explore your destination is by bike or by exploring the surrounding area on foot. Public transport is a sustainable and usually cost-effective alternative for longer distances or in bad weather. Campers in particular should not be used as a means of transport on site, except for the journey there and back.
3rd tip: Travel light
By packing lightly, the amount of energy required by the car or camper is reduced, which can save fuel. You should only pack what you really need for your camping trip. Hygiene products are available in practical travel sizes and in reusable containers.
Many campsites now offer bicycles, kayaks or boats for hire. This means that you can save a lot of weight! By taking advantage of this option on site, you can save a lot of effort when loading and fuel. This in turn has a positive effect on driving dynamics and emissions.
When travelling in a motorhome, the fresh water tank should only be filled to a minimum for the journey. The waste water tank should also be emptied before departure. Food should only be brought in moderation and is better bought locally.
4st tip: Stay overnight sustainably
Camping is definitely one of the most environmentally friendly ways to go on holiday. The most sustainable holiday is one where you always have a place to sleep. Even though a motorhome is particularly comfortable, a car leaves a smaller ecological footprint. That doesn't mean you have to forego comfort!
In addition to great gadgets for camping tents, Roof tents a similar level of comfort to campers. Different models cater to different needs and enable an environmentally friendly holiday. The comparatively low weight saves fuel and reduces emissions from exhaust gases.
5st tip: Treat nature with respect
A sustainable camping holiday is also characterized by a considerate approach to nature. Especially when wild camping, care should be taken to to protect flora and faunaNo garbage should be left behind, water should not be contaminated and plants should not be damaged.
Consideration is also important in a careful handling of campfires to take. Wildlife can be irritated or disturbed by the smell of the campfire. Underground root fires can have devastating consequences. The soil as an ecosystem also needs the dead wood that is used for campfires.
6st tip: Consciously use resources
Conscious use of resources can be achieved in many small ways. These include time spent in the shower, avoiding or separating waste, and turning off the water while brushing your teeth. Less screen time also has a positive effect - less electricity is needed to charge devices.
Solar energy and LED lights are a great way to save electricity while camping. The air conditioning is a real power guzzler, which is why it should be used as little as possible and only in moderation. While it gets cooler inside, the rest of the world is warming up.
7th tip: Eat sustainably
Regional and seasonal shopping plays an important role in sustainable nutrition. Food should be bought locally wherever possible and not brought from home. You can also look for organic products or buy fresh from a local market.
Proper storage of food also contributes a lot to considerate handling. If stored incorrectly, some foods spoil quickly, which leads to unnecessary waste. Bad purchases or overconsumption can be prevented by having a meal list or shopping list.
8. TIP: Use eco-campsites
You can make ecologically valuable decisions when choosing a campsite. Massive sealing of the area or large consumption of resources is exactly the opposite of climate-friendly. Campsites that generate electricity from renewable sources and offer regional organic food, on the other hand, are a step in the right direction.
The reduction of plastic, the offer of vegan products and the treatment of drinking water are also characteristics of an ecological campsite. Nature and adjacent habitats are consciously protected. At the same time, surface sealing is minimized and biodiversity is secured.The EU Ecolabel or the Ecocamping initiative distinguish environmentally friendly campsites. Accommodations with the sustainable environmental labels Green Key or Viabono are among the ecological accommodations.
9. Tip: Separate waste correctly
Nowadays it is almost impossible not to produce any waste. This makes it all the more important to collect waste and then separate it properly. Many (packaging) materials cannot decompose in nature. In the long term, people and animals suffer from the resulting neglect of nature.
The first step against waste is to avoid it. Food spoilage should be avoided as much as possible in order to waste as little as possible. Unpackaged, seasonal food, such as fresh from the market or farm, also helps to reduce unnecessary waste.
10. Tip: Use sustainable hygiene products
Many care and hygiene products contain chemicals that pollute the water and thus the environment. Microplastics and waste can also be avoided through sustainable hygiene. There is a wide range of environmentally friendly cosmetics, cleaning products and care products.
A bamboo toothbrush, solid toothpaste and solid soaps for cleaning the body and hair are economical and good for the environment. These products are often packaged in small linen or fabric bags and are reusable. This is perfect for camping! Water and energy can also be saved by the length of the shower.
11. Prefer slow travelling
The art of slow travel has many advantages. Fuel consumption is reduced, which reduces CO2 emissions and there is less tire wear. However, the enjoyment increases when you travel consciously and in the present. The environment is perceived more intensely and small moments are experienced more consciously.
This slower version of travelling is no longer about seeing as much as possible in as little time as possible. Rather, stress and hecticness are avoided, slow travelling is cheaper and there is more time for yourself. Sustainable camping then almost happens automatically.
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