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This is where you’ll find it all – the nature lovers’ jackpot.

On a steep mountainside facing Geirangerfjord, an adventurous Norwegian sits on a box while taking in a gorgeous sunset. That man is Alexander Raknes, co-founder of Campanyon, and he’s not just sitting. Alex is relieving himself on a compost toilet that Campanyon made. Here’s why......

At Skortskær Farmstay in Denmark, Karen Birch invites guests to reconnect with nature, enjoy the farm-to-table lifestyle, and embrace the beauty of Denmark’s wild side. Let’s dive into the story of how this remarkable Dane transformed her family farm into a haven for animals and......

Autumn is the season to head outdoors – if you prepare well. Here’s why you want to go camping in autumn, what to bring, and where to go....

Farmer Jan had been running a dairy farm for 15 years when he opened his farmland to campervans. For him, starting an RV park on the side was the easiest thing.  It’s spring in the hinterland of South-Holland. Lambs run about under a sky dotted......

Got a garden or private patch of green attached to your house? Here's why you should host back garden camping. (And here are 4 ways to do it.)...

Got an off-grid outdoor place to list on Campanyon but don’t know how to deal with the lack of plumbing? There’s a safe and sustainable way solution. It’s called a composting toilet. ...

Indecisive about where to go for your next romantic getaway? Make it somewhere in nature, because no place offers the kind of intimacy and quietude like a secluded outdoor stay. Here are 10 romantic glamping stays for your next getaway. Riverside cabin in the heart......

Two years have gone since pandemic policies have hijacked our travel plans – but no longer. Looking at the forecasted trends of 2022, this year promises the great comeback of our travel spirit. More than before, we’re looking for peace of mind traveling – which......

Whether you’re listing a rustic farm, treehouse, or private lawn, featuring good images can spark many travelers’ interest. The right shot tells your property’s story and puts the viewer in the heart of nature. Curious to know what makes a shot work? Here’s how to......

Since Campanyon launched in April – and thanks to your feedback – our team has focused on building a better product that is easy to use and, ultimately, more efficient in offering everything our users need. Here’s a short overview of what we’ve improved on......

Like a decked-out dining table, a crackling campfire brings people closer together––especially when there’s an epic meal involved! Delicious for both meat-eaters and vegans, all you need to prepare this easy two-course roast is an open fire, a roll of tin foil, a shovel, and......

There’s no season like winter to find shelter and get cozy in an outdoor stay. After all, nothing beats the cold like a crackling stove in a log cabin. Or if that’s not your thing, get cozy by escaping the cold altogether in a tent......

We can all conjure up an igloo in our imagination, but can you build one that will get you through the Arctic winter? Learn how to build an igloo the traditional Inuit way. Or, if you’re short on time and survival comes first, how to......

The pandemic of 2020 saw nearly two-thirds of the human population go into lockdown. Covid-19 crammed hospitals, hampered our economies and left many without jobs. It also gave nature a welcome break from human activity. How did the natural world fare under the ‘anthropause’? Here......

Skiing or snowboarding down a powdery piste is incredibly fun. But sometimes, the simple and serene enjoyment of nature gets lost in the resorts, hordes, and apres ski. If you want to connect to nature in a way that feels pure and is better for......

For many adventurists, extremely cold environments are the ultimate testing ground. But unlike in past eras, all peaks have been climbed and poles traversed. With nothing new to discover, the age of the heroic explorers and alpinists is long over––or is it? These 5 modern-day......

There are few better ways to connect with the elements than by pitching a tent in the outdoors, where it’s just you, the rustling of the trees, and two layers of tent sheet. But beware: not all tents are created equal. We tell you which......

Loved by critics and campervanners alike, the movie Nomadland is an ode to a life on wheels. It’s a heartfelt portrait of wanderers roaming breathtaking landscapes and doing plenty of soul-searching while they’re at it. In short, it’s the type of story all of us......

Want an adventurous fall, but don’t really want to leave the warmth of your bonfire? Get ready to hang out in a cabin with a 19th century off-grid pioneer, learn to speak the language of trees, climb mountains (real and imaginary) and stealth through jungles,......

It’s well known that gardens have a soothing effect on people. Green plants stimulate the senses in many ways: by smell, sound, and sight. With that in mind, Campanyon host Merete has spent years building an oasis of peace and quiet on her family’s property......

Besides being a proper Danish camping nerd living on the scenic island of Møn, Mads Tolstrup is a gold mine of knowledge when it comes to the outdoors. Meet our first Campanyon ambassador and one of the explorers we take inspiration from for his continuous......

Wondering where you can take your glamorous self this summer? Campanyon hosts Michelle and Lau, along with their two kids Valdemar and Ella, have built their dream life by the water in Denmark. Campers, get ready for a fabulously different camping experience. To say Michelle......