Can I camp in Zernez?
Wild camping regulations for Zernez in the canton of Grisons, Switzerland.
Zernez is located in the Engadine at the confluence of the Inn and Spöl rivers and serves as the official gateway to the Swiss National Park. The expansive municipality offers access to a pristine Alpine landscape featuring dense stone pine forests and impressive high-altitude wildlife. For outdoor enthusiasts, the village is a central starting point for demanding hikes and mountain bike tours in the rugged wilderness of Graubünden.
1,532
residents
344 km²
Area
1,474 m
Altitude
Engiadina Bassa/Val Müstair
District
Nearby natural features
Want to know the camping rules for Zernez? Check the interactive map for the latest regulations.
Open the interactive mapGeneral camping rules in Switzerland
- Maximum 1 night at the same spot
- Small groups only (1–3 people)
- Not inside protected areas
- Not on private property without permission
- No impairment of public or private interests
- Emergency bivouac is always permitted
- Bivouacking above the treeline (~2000 m) is generally tolerated
Protected areas nearby?
Many municipalities overlap with nature reserves, wildlife zones, or other protected areas where camping is prohibited. Use the interactive map to check for overlaps before heading out.
This page is for informational purposes only. Local signs, authorities, and the municipality always take priority. When in doubt, check with the local municipality.