Wild camping – or camping outside of developed campgrounds – is a great way to get away for the weekend close to home, but it’s also a brilliant way to travel internationally if you have a sense of adventure. Pitching your best tent in the wild instead of holing up in a hotel means you can save a lot of money when you’re traveling, and of course you can really immerse yourself in the majestic wilderness of whatever country you’re visiting and get away from the tourist hot spots.
Not all countries allow wild camping, which might be a surprise to you if you come from a place that does. In France and England for example, both countries where we’d all quite like to do a spot of wild camping, it is not allowed and pitching your tent can lead to a fine, or being at the mercy of a very angry farmer, which isn’t the best way to wake up in the morning. Some countries, however, have ample opportunities for wild camping and offer stellar scenery and hiking adventures while you’re at it. We’ve rounded up eight of the best countries for wild camping, which combine access with natural beauty, to help you start planning your next adventure.
