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13 October 2026

Switch & Save: How to Combine Trekking, Comfort+, and Nature Pitches in One Holiday

If you want one trip to do more than one job, Switch & Save is a smart way to plan your stay at Camping Drei Spatzen. Instead of booking the same setup for every night, you can combine a Trekking pitch, a Comfort+ pitch, and a Nature pitch in one holiday to match different moments of your trip. That means you can keep costs in check at the start, enjoy added convenience in the middle, and finish with more space and a different camping atmosphere.

At Camping Drei Spatzen in Utscheid, Germany, the range of pitch types makes this kind of flexible holiday planning especially useful. Whether you arrive on foot, by bike, with a tent, or simply want to vary the rhythm of your stay, mixing pitch categories can help you build a holiday that fits how you actually travel. In this guide, you will learn how each pitch type works, how pricing compares, and how to plan a practical multi-stage stay.

Why a mixed-pitch holiday makes sense

A camping holiday does not always need the same level of comfort every day. Some nights are about arriving simply and settling in quickly. Others are better suited to extra space, car-free camping, or a more relaxed setup.

That is why Switch & Save can work so well. By combining different pitch types during one stay, you can:

This approach is especially helpful for guests who want both flexibility and value. A simple first night on a Trekking pitch, followed by a few nights on a Comfort+ pitch and a final stretch on a Nature pitch, can create a holiday that feels varied without becoming complicated.

What pitch types are available at Camping Drei Spatzen?

Camping Drei Spatzen offers several accommodation options, including Comfort and Comfort+ camping pitches, dedicated camper van pitches, car-free Comfort+ tent pitches, car-free Nature tent pitches without Wi-Fi, and fully furnished Bell or Safari tents for rent.

For a Switch & Save holiday focused on tent-based camping styles, the most relevant categories are Trekking, Comfort+, and Nature.

Trekking pitch

The Trekking pitch is designed for hikers and cyclists and comes at a lower nightly rate than the larger pitch categories. It includes:

Pricing for the Trekking pitch:

This makes the Trekking pitch a practical option for the first or last part of a holiday, especially if you want to keep your overnight cost lower while still having essential facilities included.

Comfort+ pitch

The Comfort+ pitch is a step up in price and convenience, making it a useful middle stage in a mixed stay. Inclusive utilities are the same:

Pricing for the Comfort+ pitch:

There is also a Comfort+ car-free tent pitch with a headline price of Vanaf € 28,00- (2 personen).

Guests who want a little more ease after a basic start often find this category useful in the middle of a trip. It can also suit families or campers who want a more settled base for several nights.

Nature pitch

The Nature pitch offers a more spacious, car-free camping experience. These pitches are listed at 100–130 m² and include:

Pricing for the Nature pitch:

If you want to end your holiday with more room and a different feel, the Nature pitch is an appealing final stage.

A quick price comparison for Switch & Save planning

When comparing the three options, the value of switching becomes clear.

Pitch type Pre-/post-season High season Electricity
Trekking pitch €15.50 €18.00 €1.50
Comfort+ pitch €28.00 €33.50 €2.00
Nature pitch €30.00 €33.50 €2.00

Additional charges that apply across stays:

How to combine Trekking, Comfort+, and Nature pitches in one holiday

The best Switch & Save plan depends on how you camp, how long you stay, and what you want from each stage of the trip. Below are practical ways to combine these pitches.

H2: Option 1 — Start simple, then upgrade

This is one of the easiest ways to build a flexible holiday.

H3: Best for

H3: Example rhythm

  1. Night 1–2: Trekking pitch
  2. Night 3–5: Comfort+ pitch
  3. Night 6–7: Nature pitch

H3: Why it works

The Trekking pitch gives you a lower-cost start with essential facilities included. Once you are settled, moving to a Comfort+ pitch can make the middle of the holiday feel easier and more comfortable. Finishing on a Nature pitch adds more space and a quieter, car-free atmosphere.

This structure works well when your first days are mostly about arrival, rest, and getting oriented.

H2: Option 2 — Use Comfort+ as your base and add a Nature finish

Some guests want stable comfort for most of the trip, but still like the idea of ending differently.

H3: Best for

H3: Example rhythm

  1. Night 1–4: Comfort+ pitch
  2. Night 5–7: Nature pitch

H3: Why it works

Comfort+ gives you a practical base for the majority of your stay. Then the switch to a Nature pitch changes the pace of the holiday without requiring a complete rethink of your plans. You still keep the same campsite and facilities while enjoying a distinct final experience.

H2: Option 3 — Build a budget-led stay around Trekking nights

If cost control matters most, you can use the Trekking pitch more strategically.

H3: Best for

H3: Example rhythm

  1. Night 1: Trekking pitch
  2. Night 2–3: Comfort+ pitch
  3. Night 4: Trekking pitch
  4. Night 5–6: Nature pitch

H3: Why it works

This approach lets you reserve higher-priced nights for the part of the trip where you will actually benefit from them most. Instead of paying for the same level of comfort every night, you spread your spend more intentionally.

How to book a multi-pitch stay

For reservations, guests are asked to use the online reservation form for their chosen accommodation category. Camping Drei Spatzen provides reservation links for:

If you want to combine pitch types, the key is to plan your sequence clearly before you submit your reservation details. That helps you keep dates, categories, and any extras aligned from the start.

You can also keep the contact details handy:

Practical tips for a smooth Switch & Save holiday

If you want to combine Trekking, Comfort+, and Nature pitches successfully, a little preparation goes a long way.

1. Plan your holiday in stages

Think in blocks rather than one continuous stay. Ask yourself:

2. Match the pitch to the purpose

Use each category intentionally:

3. Factor in electricity separately

Electricity is not the same across all pitch types:

If you are comparing total cost, include this in your planning.

4. Consider who is travelling with you

The final total changes with party size:

A mixed-pitch stay can be especially useful when travelling with children because it lets you combine practical nights with more spacious ones.

If you are still comparing what suits your trip best, it may also help to look at related accommodation topics such as the Comfort camping pitch, car-free camping pitch, Bell tent, or Safari tent. These options can help you compare how much simplicity or convenience you want in the same holiday.

Frequently asked question

H2: Can you combine Trekking, Comfort+, and Nature pitches in one holiday?

Yes. Camping Drei Spatzen offers separate reservation categories for Trekking pitch, Comfort+ pitch, and Nature pitch, which makes it possible to plan a stay that includes more than one pitch type during the same holiday.

Why this flexible style of camping appeals to so many guests

Modern campers often want both freedom and comfort. Some days call for simplicity. Others call for extra room, easier setup, or a different atmosphere. A mixed-pitch holiday reflects that reality.

Camping Drei Spatzen also describes its vision as offering spacious pitches with both sunny and shady options widely available and providing a broad range of camping possibilities, from primitive back-to-basic camping to more luxurious stays in Safari tents or mobile homes. That wider approach makes the idea behind Switch & Save feel natural: one campsite, several ways to stay, and the freedom to shape the trip around your priorities.

Conclusion: Build a smarter stay at Camping Drei Spatzen

A well-planned Switch & Save holiday lets you enjoy more than one side of camping in a single trip. You can begin with the lower-cost simplicity of a Trekking pitch, settle into the convenience of a Comfort+ pitch, and finish on a spacious Nature pitch. Instead of forcing one setup to fit every day, you create a stay that changes with your needs.

That makes your holiday more flexible, more intentional, and often better balanced in terms of comfort and cost.

If you are ready to plan your stay at Camping Drei Spatzen, explore the reservation options for Trekking pitch, Comfort+ pitch, and Nature pitch and map out the combination that suits your trip best.