European Stars and Stripes (Newspaper) - May 25, 1994, Darmstadt, Hesse                                A camper prepares to raise his tent along a Stream in the czech Republic. A amps Dave Case make your reservations at of Rcd a Berchtesgaden or Hof rooms available starting june 15, 94 r you will be in the heart of Berchtesgaden and still be Able to take part in All arc activities from genteel Sites to unspoiled spaces Gol Whitewater rafting kayaking hiking mini Golf Tennis i swimming i tour fitness Center reservations office open every Day. Dan 4415-623/823 or Civ. 08652-61057 fax. 08652-62768 by Norm Zeigler travel outdoor writer if you Are among those who prefer to plan your trips so you Don t have a roof Over your head Europe has plenty for you. From the Fords of Norway to the beaches of Greece from the rolling Hills of the czech Republic to the scottish Highlands there Are camping opportunities As varied As the continent s geography and culture. The strongest impression of camping for newcomers to Central Europe is usually its genteel nature. For those who relish putting up their tents in rough country Many campgrounds in Central Europe seem Tike part amusement Park part suburban Lawn. The grounds Are usually meticulously manicured campsites carefully marked and maintained. In addition to campsites with and without utilities hookups there is usually an office with a canteen or general store Shower and toilet facilities a playground. And a game or Community room. Large campgrounds sometimes have a swimming poof and or a restaurant. Some also run organized activities for children or families. At some Central european campgrounds Many of the Sites Are Semi permanently occupied by trailers. The owners use them As min vacation Homes. This is especially True in Germany. Americans May chuckle but these aluminium cottages offer a Welcome fresh air escape for Urban apartment dwellers. A Many european campgrounds have rental trailers and sometimes Cabins available. Some european vacationers use them like inexpensive motels. A. Part of the lure of camping for americans is its traditional image As an adventure vacation in the outdoors in moments of fancy we can imagine ourselves As Lewis and Clark or Fremont striking out across the wilderness. The illusion is not As easy to achieve in Europe which is much More densely populated than the United states but there Are still unspoiled Corners of the continent. A a you Don t have to be a rocket scientist to know that the farther you travel from major population and vacation centers the better Are the chances of finding unspoiled country. There Are some sure bets a the windswept moors of the scottish Highlands Are tailor made for those who enjoy camping with a Challenge. The combination of harsh landscape and fickle sometimes fierce weather make roughing it the Norm. Endless Miles of deserted Countryside offer escape even for the most misanthropic. Scotland has Many established campgrounds albeit less Par like than in Central Europe As Well As