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CanICampHere

The goal is to provide accurate, up-to-date information about camping regulations across Switzerland

Project Mission

The CanICampHere project aims to create a comprehensive, user-friendly resource that helps outdoor enthusiasts understand where camping is allowed, restricted, or prohibited throughout Switzerland.

Switzerland has complex camping regulations that vary by canton, municipality, and protected area status. The goal is to aggregate this information and present it in an accessible format, helping campers make informed decisions and promoting responsible outdoor recreation.

By providing clear information about camping regulations, this project helps to:

  • Reduce illegal camping in protected or sensitive areas
  • Help outdoor enthusiasts find suitable camping locations
  • Promote responsible camping practices
  • Preserve Switzerland's natural beauty for future generations
CanICampHere Illustration

Contribute

CanICampHere is a collaborative project that welcomes contributions from outdoor enthusiasts, local experts, and government officials to help improve the accuracy and comprehensiveness of the data.

How to Help

  • •Report inaccuracies or outdated information
  • •Provide information about local camping regulations
  • •Suggest code or design improvements
  • •Help translate content into additional languages
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Camping Status Legend

This legend explains the color-coded categories for camping regulations on the map. Each category can be toggled and its opacity adjusted in the "Camping Status" panel.

Important Notes:

  • Emergency bivouacking (overnight stays without tents) is generally permitted in most areas
  • Camping is generally not allowed in protected areas (e.g., national parks, nature reserves), in urban areas and tourist hotspots, or in densely populated regions
  • Always ask for permission when camping on private land (e.g., farms)
  • This platform serves as an informational guide only – always verify with local authorities
Camping Allowed

Camping is generally permitted in this area according to official sources. Check the tooltip for specific conditions or limitations.

Restricted Camping

Camping is permitted under specific conditions (e.g., with permits, limited duration, or designated areas only). Check the tooltip for details.

Camping Prohibited

Camping is not permitted in this area according to official sources. This typically applies to protected areas and private property.

Camping Allowed (Unverified)

Camping is likely permitted based on unofficial sources, but this hasn't been confirmed by authorities. Verify locally before camping.

Restricted Camping (Unverified)

Camping may be permitted with restrictions based on unofficial sources. Conditions may apply – verify with local authorities.

Camping Prohibited (Unverified)

Camping may not be permitted based on unofficial sources. This information requires verification with local authorities.

Content Usage Policy

Open Source Project

The CanICampHere is an open-source project. The codebase is available under [license name] license on GitHub.

Website Content

The following content requires permission for reuse:

  • All graphical elements (logos, icons, illustrations)
  • Camping restriction data by municipality
  • Custom map styling and visualizations
  • Photographs marked as proprietary

Data Usage

The camping restriction data compiled from various sources is provided for informational purposes only. For commercial use or redistribution, please contact us for permission.

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Data Sources

CanICampHere relies on data from various official and community sources. Below is an overview of key data sources:

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Official protected area data for UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Switzerland.

Geo Admin WMS
Water and Migratory Bird Reserves

Data on water and migratory bird reserves critical for biodiversity.

Geo Admin WMS
Wildlife Protection Zones

Areas where human activities are limited to preserve wildlife habitats.

Geo Admin WMS
Moorland Landscapes

Sensitive moorland areas with unique ecosystems in Switzerland.

Geo Admin WMS
Forest Reserves

Protected forest areas where natural processes are allowed to occur.

Geo Admin WMS
Municipal Boundaries

Official geographic boundaries from swisstopo.

swisstopo swissBOUNDARIES3D
TCS - Camping Regulations

Camping regulations information from Touring Club Switzerland.

TCS Wild Camping
Treeline Data

Approximate tree line boundaries provided by Agroscope.

Agroscope Treeline Data
Leave No Trace

Principles for responsible outdoor recreation.

Visit Leave No Trace
Mountain Huts

Community-contributed data on mountain huts from OpenStreetMap.

OpenStreetMap
Official Campsites

Locations of campsites contributed by the OpenStreetMap community.

OpenStreetMap
Mountain Passes

Information on mountain passes from OpenStreetMap data.

OpenStreetMap
Lakes

Detailed lake data provided by the OpenStreetMap community.

OpenStreetMap
Glaciers

Glacier data curated from OpenStreetMap.

OpenStreetMap
Map Styles

The map styles include Standard (OpenStreetMap), Satellite (Esri), and Topographic (OpenTopoMap).

View OpenStreetMap Attribution

Disclaimer

While the goal is to provide accurate and up-to-date information, camping regulations can change, and there may be local restrictions not captured in the data. CanICampHere should be used as a general guide only.

Always verify information with official sources before planning your trip. Respect all posted signs and instructions from local authorities, even if they differ from what is shown on the map.

CanICampHere is not responsible for any consequences resulting from the use of information provided on this website.