Camping for the first time? Here's the complete list of camping gear, ranked by priority.
The absolute essentials
Tent: suitable for the number of people + 1. For summer, a lightweight tent with good ventilation. Check rain resistance (1500mm minimum).
Sleeping bag: comfort 10–15°C for summer in France. Mummy-style (warm) or rectangular (comfortable).
Sleeping pad: sleeping on the ground causes heat loss — a self-inflating pad makes all the difference.
Night lighting
USB-C rechargeable LED headlamp: minimum 300 lumens, red light function for night vision, 8-hour battery life.
Solar LED lantern: recharges during the day, illuminates all evening. Choose IP65 waterproof with adjustable modes.
Camp furniture
Ultra-light folding chair: less than 1kg, 150kg capacity, 5-second assembly.
Nylon hammock: 400g, 200kg capacity, 3-minute setup between two trees.
Camp kitchen
- Gas stove + refills
- Lightweight mess kit (stackable pot + pan)
- Stainless steel or bamboo cutlery
- Water bottle 1L minimum per person
Hygiene and safety
- First aid kit
- Mosquito repellent + UV insect repellent lamp
- Biodegradable soap
Sun protection
- SPF50+ water-resistant sunscreen
- Anti-UV hat or cap
- UV400 polarized sunglasses
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