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Swim cap, tight swimwear, toilet paper: Curious rules at European campsites

11.07.2026 08:00 1 min 1 source
nordbayern.de DEU
Swim cap, tight swimwear, toilet paper: Curious rules at European campsites
Original source: nordbayern.de

European campsites enforce unusual regulations, compiled by ACSI. In Italy, 84% of inspected sites require swim caps due to local hygiene laws. In France, 1,044 out of 1,076 sites ban loose swim shorts, allowing only tight swimwear. Toilet paper is not provided at 18% of European campsites. Additionally, 80% of sites recommend advance booking for peak season.

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