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Wild camping in Switzerland is allowed in a few areas only, excluding all valleys, inhabited areas, and natural reserves. Learn about the rules.

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- [Wild camping rules differ per area](#wild-camping-rules-differ-per-area)
- [No wild camping in valleys, inhabited areas and forests](#no-wild-camping-in-valleys-inhabited-areas-and-forests)
- [Wild camping in the mountains](#wild-camping-in-the-mountains)
- [How to choose a safe location](#how-to-choose-a-safe-location)
- [How to respect nature and wildlife](#how-to-respect-nature-and-wildlife)
- [Other websites of interest](#resources)

## Must-knows about wild camping in Switzerland

- Wild camping is only allowed in the mountains above the tree line.
- Camping in nature reserves, wild rest zones and hunting ban areas is not allowed.
- Exceptions apply, so always contact the local authorities to double-check where wild camping is allowed.
- Respect wildlife and nature when camping: don’t cause disturbance and don’t leave waste.

## Wild camping rules differ per area

Rules about wild camping are set by the local authorities. So even though there are basic rules for all of Switzerland, exceptions may apply. You should always contact the local authorities to check whether wild camping is allowed.

## No wild camping in valleys, inhabited areas and forests

Switzerland has beautiful, but vulnerable nature and wildlife. In order to protect the surroundings, and to ensure the safety of the people themselves, wild camping is not allowed in these areas:

- valleys;
- inhabited areas;
- forests;
- floodplains;
- wetlands;
- areas close to mountain huts;
- nature reserves and the Swiss National Park;
- wild rest zones;
- hunting ban areas.

Check whether your preferred location belongs to these categories. In case of doubt, contact the local authorities. If you’re still unsure, please respect Switzerland’s nature and don’t put up your tent. There are plenty of official legal campsites.

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## Wild camping in the mountains

Wild camping is basically allowed in the mountains, above the tree line. This applies for one night only at each location, and with a limited number of people.

## How to choose a safe location

Once you’ve selected an area for wild camping, you’ll still have to find a safe spot:

- Stay away from mountain streams or rivers. They may suddenly swell due to rain or storm. Flooding of your spot may also occur if it doesn’t rain at your location, but higher up in the mountains. In addition, water levels can rise due to hydropower plants connected to streams and rivers.
- Don’t camp on or at the foot of a slope from which snow, stones or other rubble can fall down.
- Don’t camp on mountain tops or ridges, especially if thunderstorms are predicted. Exposed places are likelier to get hit by lightning.
- Always keep an eye on [weather forecasts](https://www.myswissalps.com/planning/practical/weather/forecast/), and adjust your location (or drop your camping plans altogether) if there’s a risk of bad weather.

## How to respect nature and wildlife

If you’re camping in the wild, this is what you can do to respect Switzerland’s amazing nature and wildlife:

- Don’t be noisy and don’t disturb wildlife. Be especially quiet around dusk, as that’s when many wild animals are active.
- Clean up all of your waste, including degradable (food) products. If you have to wash your dishes, do so with a mild, degradable detergent and make sure this doesn’t end up in lakes or streams.
- Use existing fireplaces only. Each new fireplace disturbs nature and wildlife. Be careful when creating a fire, and don’t do so if a (local) fire prohibition applies because of drought or heat.
- If you need to go to the toilet, do so away from lakes or streams. Cover up your excrements. Use normal toilet paper only. Don’t burn your toilet paper, but take it with you along with your other waste. You can take along special bags for this if you like.

## Other websites of interest

- [www.sac-cas.ch](https://www.sac-cas.ch/de/umwelt/bergsport-und-umwelt/campieren-und-biwakieren/): wild camping in Switzerland (Swiss Alpine Club)
- [www.natur-freizeit.ch](https://natur-freizeit.ch/snow-sports-and-respect): conservation area regulations
- [www.wildruhezonen.ch](https://www.wildruhezonen.ch/wildruhezonen): overview of Swiss conservation areas

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