European Stars and Stripes (Newspaper) - May 25, 1994, Darmstadt, Hesse                                My pm backpackers carrying their rooms on their backs head into the Hills of Scotland. A amps Fate excellent backpacking opportunities. Anyone planning to Camp in Scotland should go prepared for wet weather and cold even in summer. Backpackers should exercise caution and make their itineraries known to someone before heading into Remote country. In some areas they Are required to Register with authorities. A inclement weather is Seldom a problem for summer campers in the Spanish pyrenees. This rugged Range snaking along the French Border from the Mediterranean to the Atlantic is about the closest thing to a True Mountain wilderness in Western Europe. Excellent Small campgrounds Dot the pyrenees and Are Seldom crowded even in High season. Campers can set up their tents in the Shadow of peaks with names like Monte Perdido and Pico de Aladetta. Stunning mountains ancient forests and abundant wildlife make the pyrenees a Paradise for nature lovers and outdoors enthusiasts. Fishermen can explore the Region s Many Pristine Trout streams. A the Moravia Region of the czech Republic is not As spectacular As the pyrenees but it is nearly As untouched. This is an area of rolling Hills thickly forested with hardwoods and evergreens. As in much of Eastern Europe Moravia s tourist infrastructure is still developing so there Are comparatively few campgrounds. Some of the most attractive Are undeveloped ones near National Parks and nature reserves. They Are the equivalent of our National Forest campgrounds with minimal or no facilities but Beautiful surroundings. Cost is usually less than $5 a Day. Some of the v czech campgrounds have no plumbing so carry your own bottled water. It is also a Good idea to take other provisions especially canned food. In the Countryside stores and shops Are still scarce and selections minimal compared to Western Europe. There Are other areas of Europe that Are off the beaten track. All it takes is a Little exploring. Two Good sources Are the guides Europa camping and car Vaning and Der adar camping Fuhrer. Both Are comprehensive listings and the former has information in several languages. The latter is in German but much of the information is in tabular form and easy to decipher with a German English dictionary it comes in two volumes Northern Europe and Southern Europe. National tourist offices usually can provide camping information including maps. Whatever guides you use when travelling you will always come across campgrounds that Are not listed. Sometimes they can be undiscovered gems so keep a Sharp Eye out. Americans have several choices that Are not available to europeans. The armed forces recreation Center campgrounds at Chi Emsee and Garmisch Germany feature first rate facilities amid the spectacular. Scenery of Southern Bavaria. The Chi Emsee facility is on the Shore of Germany s largest Lake. It is conveniently located just off autobahn 8 South of Munich. Many travellers use it As a Way station on the Way to or from Italy. The Downside is the noise Factor. In contrast the Garmisch travel Camp is tranquil and Semi secluded tucked into the a amps Norm pc Igor the arc Campground in Garmisch Germany offers great scenery and recreational opportunities for All members of the family. Corner of a Valley along the Loisch River. Both campgrounds have a policy of not turning anyone away. If the improved campsites Are full travellers can Camp in tent overflow areas. At least As Well known As the arc campgrounds is the military Campground at Camp Darby Italy near Pisa. Its nearby american Beach draws healthy crowds most summer Days a other military campgrounds in Italy Quot include facilities at Camp Carney in Naples at Aviano a and at Vicenza. In Germany there Are other facilities at Rhein main a Baum older and bad Kreuz Nach. Cars tents and caravans share space amid the Hills and lampposts at unorganized Campground in the Spanish pyrenees. A amp so Davo Ovidio pm Moy 25, 1994 travel 94 41