Who says camping is ideal only for the summer? Today I want to tell you about some accommodations that will satisfy your hunger for adventure even in the coldest seasons that I found on Pitchup.com… even if instead of camping it would be better to talk about glamping (camping glamor).
CHALET
The chalets are houses in all respects that are found in mountain locations or immersed in nature as they are originally born as shelters. The structures, usually rustic where wood prevails, are often equipped with large fireplaces and can be the ideal accommodation for families or groups of friends, but also romantic places gathered for the couple. These lodgings are increasingly common in campsites around the world, in Italy, especially in alpine areas, there are many, suitable for all needs. An example is the DalaiLama Village in Valle D’Aosta, which is a real glamping even with SPA located just 30 minutes from the Valtournenche ski resort, and which allows you to sleep in pretty chalets that recall a fairy tale village.
LA CUPOLA GEODETICA
My favorite, the geodesic dome is a very suggestive accommodation in a context of an outdoor holiday. Its hemispherical structure is based on simple geometries that, intersecting each other, form triangular elements on a base of metal or wooden connectors. Its shape recalls a sense of freedom and aesthetic harmony and allows air and heat to circulate uniformly inside making the environment cool in summer and warm in winter. One of the characteristics of the geodesic domes that make them among the most suggestive accommodations for campsites is that of having the majority of the windowed area, as if to offer the feeling of being really among the branches of the trees or under the stars in contact with nature . Because of the unique possibility that these structures offer to admire the sky, what do you think about trying the geodesic dome at the Torassieppi Jerisjärvi in Lapland? In fact, this enchanted place is perfect for observing the phenomenon of the northern lights and inside your dome, in front of the crackling stove, you can experience the thrill of being immersed in the firmament surrounded by the purity of snow.
LA YURTA
The yurt is not just a tent, but a real mobile home that carries with it the magic of a temple. Also called gher, it is a typical arrangement of Asia and in particular of Mongolia and consists of a circular wooden structure, removable and easily transportable, covered with different layers of fabrics and insulating wool felt. The structure is built to support itself, without anchoring to the ground, ropes or foundations. Thanks to the layers that make it up, the yurt offers natural thermal insulation that makes it the perfect winter accommodation. Take a look at Camping Le Reclus in France to get the feeling of having moved to a small Asian village in the middle of the Vanoise National Park.
CASA SULL’ALBERO
Tree houses have always been the dream of many children. One of the symbols that adults and children alike associate with the idea of adventure and nature. Thanks to the evolution of the campsite today everyone can experience this experience and not just during the summer. These lodgings are in fact real shelters at different levels that allow you to stay among the foliage and really be part of the panorama, as in the case of the Les Cabanes de Fontaine – Châtel campsite in Upper Normandy where every treehouse fits to the shrubs that welcome it and is equipped with services and electricity. At this campsite you can only arrive by bicycle or on foot because cars are banned.
POD
The pod is the evolution of the classic tent, a mix between the most traditional accommodation and the bungalow, characterized by a wooden structure that makes one think of small mountain bivouacs. It is a very suggestive accommodation that, especially if placed in the middle of nature, offers the feeling of being outside the world, in a magical place, protected in a timeless structure. In particular, the Yapham Holds Farmhouse Campsite campsite is a small farm that allows its guests to experience first-hand the life of the Anglo-Saxon countryside in charming little houses furnished as wedding favors.
BUNGALOW
The bungalow has the foundations anchored to the ground and consists of masonry walls with wooden walls. Often these structures also include a private bathroom, a small kitchen and a veranda, representing one of the best compromises between outdoor camping life and a more structured living room equipped with every comfort suitable for the coldest temperatures. To let yourself be surrounded by snow, pampered at 360 degrees in the middle of nature, try Camping Sass Dlacia, nestled among the magnificent peaks of the Dolomites, at the entrance to the Fanes-Senes-Braies Natural Park and its natural wonders, this campsite is surrounded by pine forests. and spectacular views. Here in addition to a wide choice of outdoor activities, the wellness center “Natura Wellness” is also available, where you can enjoy all the relaxation of a sauna, steam baths and massages.
WIGWAM
The wigwam has ancient, almost mystical origins, in fact it is a small house that comes from the native American tribes that used it also in the ceremonial ambit. The structures consist of a frame of arched poles which are then covered by leather and fabrics or by wicker, mats and straws. Their architecture makes them mobile structures among the most resistant to the worst atmospheric conditions and able to retain heat. From the plains of North America to Scotland the pace is short and it is possible to stay in pretty wigwams at the Strathfillan Wigwams where you can spend the days discovering the Scottish landscapes and forget the stress of everyday life, surrendering to calm, silence and nature surrounded by snow.
What do you think?