Innovative measures against wild camping

The trend of wild camping, where individuals camp outside designated areas, is on the rise. Canton Glarus has decided to address this growing issue. As the sun rises over the Muttenchopf in Glarus, the morning dew blankets the lush meadow, creating a sparkling carpet. From your cozy sleeping bag, you gaze upon the tranquil, turquoise waters of Lake Limmeren, nestled between towering cliffs. A quick snap for Instagram captures the moment. These picturesque posts have spurred a wave of visitors. Dozens of wild campers flock to this "Instagram hotspot" during fair weather, creating an impromptu tent city. Flattened meadows and littering "On some days, I count up to 30 tents," says Claudia Freitag, warden of the nearby Muttseehütte hut. She is concerned about the impact of wild camping: "Many people leave their rubbish behind." Abandoned gear and even entire tents are sometimes left strewn about. The issue of human waste is also pressing. "People have to go somewhere." Read our article ...