FAQ

To Register

Tickets go on sale the week of March 16, 2026 and are first-come, first-serve. Alte Hölle has set a limit of 700 adult participants.

Tickets are priced on a sliding scale based on your ability to pay. We ask that those who can afford to pay the full price do so, especially if your company is paying your way. The Full Price ticket covers the actual cost for one person to attend.

If you are able, we ask you to purchase a Patron ticket, to help cover the cost of those unable to pay full price.

Based on the honor system, we also offer Reduced Price tickets for those who cannot cover the full cost to attend.

Teenagers (age 13-17) come for 50% of the reduced price.

Children (aged 12 and under) are free.

Half-Price & Free Tickets

A limited number of Volunteer half-priced tickets are available for those who apply to be Super Link volunteers, committing to perform 24 volunteer hours over the five-day event. These tickets will be 50% of the reduced price ticket. You must apply to become a Super Link, and if accepted you will be approved for the 50% reduction.

Free tickets and meal plans are available for those serving as Team Leaders, Space Stewards, and DWeb Pollinators. See the Volunteer Page for more details.

No Day Passes

Due to the upper limit on participants we cannot offer one-day passes to DWeb Camp. We urge you to come and enjoy the entire event from Wednesday to Sunday. We think you will be happy you did!

What a Ticket Includes

Your ticket is your admission to a five-day retreat with hundreds of sessions, workshops, talks, and an unconference in the woods. It includes access to the hiking trails, pool, 10 session tents plus an entertainment studio, and quiet indoor library space. We provide power, internet, and facilities for self-camping.

Your ticket does not include food, drink, or swag.

New this year, we will be selling a separate Meal Plan of 11 chef-prepared meals, with vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and omnivore options. Water, tea, and coffee are always available.

There will also be a cash/credit bar selling drinks, coffee, and alcoholic beverages.

The Camp Store will sell t-shirts, programmable badges, and other gear separately.

NOTE: We are following the outdoor event culture of Germany, where participants are accustomed to making autonomous decisions about food and drink, rather than purchasing an all-inclusive ticket.

Cancellations & Transfers

You can cancel your ticket order up to one month (til end-of-day on June 7, 2026 ) without penalty. From June 8 – July 7 you may transfer your ticket to another camper by contacting us at DWebCamp (@) archive.org.

After June 27, 2026 you will not be able to cancel your Meal Plan, but you can transfer it to another camper.

For those who come down with COVID or another infectious disease, we ask that you NOT come to camp. In emergency situations, please contact us at DWebCamp (@) archive.org to discuss options.

Waitlist

When tickets in various categories sell out, we will start a waitlist.

DWeb Camp is a non-profit event, driven by donations. As donations come in, it allows us to offer more reduced priced and volunteer tickets.

Traveling to DWeb Camp

DWeb Camp 2026 will be held at Alte Hölle, an event site in Brandenburg, Germany about 100km southwest of Berlin. The address is Alte-Hölle 1, 14827, Wiesenburg/Mark, Brandenburg, Germany.

By Air

The closest airport to Alte Hölle is Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) (approx. 48 miles/77km away). Another, similarly close option is Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) (approx. 50 miles/80km away).

By Train

The closest train station to Alte Hölle is Wiesenburg (Mark) Station . Trains for Wiesenburg leave about once an hour from Berlin and take approximately 1 hour 51 minutes. (See some options here.)

From the Wiesenburg (Mark) Station, it is a 13 minute bicycle ride or 7 minute car ride to Alte Hölle. We will be running a free shuttle from the train station starting 12:30 PM on Wednesday, July 8 until the final train which arrives at 10:30 PM.

To get the most out of DWeb Camp we strongly recommend arriving on the first day, Wednesday, July 8 . Our Opening Ceremony begins after dinner on that day. We will not offer free shuttle service from the train station after 10:30 PM on July 8.

Uber or taxi services in Wiesenburg are extremely limited and are unlikely to come.

By Airport Shuttle

The fastest way to go from Brandenburg Airport to Alte Hölle is by airport shuttle service that you can book directly. According to this website, it will take approximately 1 hour 6 minutes.

By Car

If you plan to drive, you will need to buy a parking ticket (which you can purchase through our website). Motorcycles do not require a parking ticket.

Plan your travel to the address: Alte-Hölle 1, 14827, Wiesenburg/Mark, Brandenburg, Germany.

Parking

On the main road (246), just before the turn onto Alte Hölle, you will see signs for our long-term parking. Go there first. Unless you are travelling in a live-in vehicle, you must park in the main long-term parking lot and show your parking pass. Parking passes purchased on the spot will be 10 euros more.

We will be operating a free shuttle to carry you and your luggage from the parking lot to the main camp site (just a few minutes away). Our goal is to keep the camp site as free from cars as possible.

Those with health and accessibility needs, deliveries, and with other short term parking needs should report to the registration desk, where you will receive a Short Term Parking Pass. There are a limited number of these, and you must take care of your business and drive to the main parking lot as soon as possible. (Please do not stop to chat or have a beer! We will find you and send you on your way.)

By Live-in Vehicle

If you plan to stay in an RV or Live-in Vehicle you must purchase a special parking ticket beforehand and come directly to the main registration desk at Alte-Hölle 1, 14827, Wiesenburg/Mark, Brandenburg. Our registration team will show you where to park at the main event site.

(Live-in Vehicle parking spaces do not come with water, septic, or electricity, so please plan accordingly.)

By Electric Vehicle

We cannot provide electric vehicle charging at Alte Hölle. Please arrive at the camp site with enough charge to leave at the end of the event.

By Bike

We encourage you to bike from the train station or beyond! While we do not have dedicated bike parking, Alte Hölle is extremely safe and you can leave your bike near your tent.

Arrival & Departure Times

• The site is open to the public from Wednesday, July 8th at 13:00.
• It closes on Sunday, July 12th after brunch at 13:00.

Gates open on Wednesday at 13:00 to give you time to register, set up your tent, sign up in the volunteer system, make a button with your name, and to get comfortable.

Dinner is served that night at 18:00.
Opening Ceremony begins at 19:30.

See the Schedule for more up-to-date details about scheduling.

Build & Take Down

The site is not open to the public before Wednesday, July 8 at 13:00. A limited number of people will be arriving early to construct the camp, and staying late to take it down. The BUILD (July 1–7) and TAKE DOWN (July 12–14) is by invite only. Please don’t show up early or stay beyond Sunday at 13:00 without permission from us.

During the BUILD and TAKE DOWN, DWeb Camp is a construction site and we are liable for your safety. For this reason, we do not allow children under 18 on site without explicit permission.

Eating together around common tables is a core tenet of DWeb Camp. So we urge you to consider purchasing the Meal Plan.

Meal Plans are available as an add-on when registering.

NOTE to returning campers: For the first time, the Meal Plan and cocktails will not be included in the ticket price, but sold separately.

Food Service

A local caterer specializing in Mediterranean cuisine will provide the Meal Package, which includes 11 healthy meals, from Wednesday dinner to Sunday brunch. (See Sample Meals for the week here.)

All meals will include vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and omnivore options. Where possible, the ingredients will be sourced from organic local farms.

The Meal Package includes tea, coffee, and water. A complimentary Tea Tent will also be open throughout the day and night.

In order for the caterer to prepare, you must buy your Meal Package by June 28, 2026. We will not be selling meals on site!

Cook Your Own Meals

You are welcome to provide your own meals by bringing camp stoves and ingredients. We cannot provide refrigeration inside Alte Hölle.

Please note that for fire safety reasons it is strictly forbidden to set up coal powered barbecues on the camp grounds. Gas and electrical barbecues are allowed around your tent, as are gas burners and cooking plates/hotplates. However, fire safety is very important at a tent camp. Thus, if you have an open flame, you have to make sure that the area under the flame cannot catch fire. We strongly recommend you place your gear on bricks or blocks.

Food Trucks

There will be no food trucks at Alte Hölle and restaurant delivery is probably limited.

Bars

Bars will be open on-site throughout the day and night selling both non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages. A coffee specialist who lives at Alte Hölle will be selling coffee drinks from his RV on site.

Bring Extras to Share

We recommend you bring extra snacks, special drinks and/or desserts to share with new friends!

Self-Camping

You are welcome to bring your own camping gear (tents, pads, sleeping bags, hammocks). We will designate areas for quiet camping for those who want to sleep in silence.

RVs & Live-in Vehicles

There are limited spaces with for RVs and live-in vehicles such as camper vans. You must purchase a pass to bring your live-in vehicle on site. Unfortunately, we cannot provide electric hookups or water.

RV & Camper Van Rentals

For your convenience, we’ve done some research into the prices and capacity of nearby RV rentals. (Note: we have not tried out these rental companies and do not endorse them.)

Service provider quotes (Euros), capacity:

Glamping Tents

You can camp in comfort by renting a completely furnished Glamping Tent from us, already set up and ready to move in. There are two options: 4 bed and 2 bed models, each complete with a rug, bed, mattress, blankets, pillows, lamp and night table. You must bring your own towels. If you have rented a Glamping Tent, report to the Info Desk and they will show you how to locate your tent.

Nearby Hotels

We’ve done the research for you! Here are some of our favorite small hotels and pensions for you to book yourself:

• Schlamau19 – Wiesenburg/Mark, about a 12 min drive or bike ride from Alte Hölle. Renovated farmhouse with rustic charm; variety of rooms and bathroom arrangements.
• Gut Schmerwitz – Wiesenburg/Mark, about a 13 min drive or bike ride from Alte Hölle.
• Familien Hotel Brandtsheide – Wiesenburg/Mark, about a 13 min drive from Alte Hölle.

NOTE: We strongly recommend that you bring your own car if you stay in nearby hotels or Airbnbs, because there will be no shuttles from your hotel to Alte Hölle.

Facilities at Alte Hölle

The facilities at Alte Hölle include:

• Showers (indoor & outdoor)
• Indoor flush toilets & outdoor compost toilets
• Adequate lighting in common areas and paths
• Electricity
• Internet access
• An accessible room with wheelchair ramp
• Central gathering space / main stage for ceremonies
• 11 activated spaces for sessions (tents, indoor spaces, forest areas)
• Large circus tent for hacking
• Outdoor meal area (lawn with benches and tables)
• 24/7 indoor gathering space (aka the “Library”)
• Fire circle area
• Swimming pool
• Distinct quiet spaces
• Dance/music space
• Sauna

For July 8–12 at Alte Hölle, you can expect pleasant summer forest weather, with noticeable day–night swings and occasional rain. Below is a realistic picture based on long-term weather averages for the Brandenburg/Berlin region.

Expected weather: July 8–12 (Brandenburg, Germany)

Temperatures

Typical mid-July:

• Daytime: 23–26°C (73–79°F)
• Nighttime: 13–15°C (55–59°F)

In forest areas it can feel a few degrees cooler, especially mornings and evenings. Possible extremes:

• hot spells around 30°C / 86°F
• cool rainy days around 18°C / 64°F

Rain

July is usually the wettest month in Brandenburg. At Camp, you should expect at least one rain event during the week. Typical pattern:

• ~8–10 rainy days per month
• Usually short afternoon showers or thunderstorms, not all-day rain.

Sunlight

One of the best parts of summer in Germany are long days. That means very long sunlit evenings around the fire.

• Sunrise: ~5:00 AM
• Sunset: ~9:20 PM
• Daylight: ~16 hours

What it feels like in the forest

Forests change the experience a bit. Many campers describe Brandenburg summer as “light jacket at night, T-shirt during the day.”

• Cool mornings
• Warm afternoons
• Cool nights
• Humid after rain
• Mosquitoes can increase near water

What to wear

For a forest camp, the best strategy is layering.

Daytime

• T-shirts
• Lightweight pants or shorts
• Breathable hiking shirt
• Sun hat

Evening / night (temperatures often drop quickly after sunset)

• Light sweater or hoodie
• Warm layer (fleece or light jacket)
• Long pants

Rain

• Lightweight rain jacket
• Waterproof shoes or trail runners
• Compact umbrella (optional)

Footwear (for forest ground and ticks)

• Closed-toe shoes
• Hiking shoes or trail runners
• Extra socks

Sleep / camping comfort

If sleeping outdoors or in tents, bring:

• Warm sleepwear
• Light beanie or hat (optional)
• Small blanket or shawl for late-night fires

THINGS TO START PACKING:

Yes, there will be toilets, showers, and power! And you can buy the Meal Plan that supplies all your essential meals. But remember, you are still camping in tents, so you will need to bring the necessities for camping:

Essential list

• Sleeping bag + pad + pillow
• Tent
• Blanket (for picnicking or extra warmth)
• Torch/flashlight/head lamp + extra batteries
• Camp light
• Camp chair
• Toothpaste, soap & shampoo (biodegradable only please!)
• Toothbrush & deodorant
• Sunglasses
• Towels
• Sunblock
• Sun hat / wool cap
• Bandana
• Shorts
• Long pants
• Swimsuit
• Layers on top (fleece, thermal, t-shirt)
• Warm jacket
• Windbreaker jacket
• Hiking boots or shoes for hiking
• Sandals
• Extra socks
• Warm sleepwear
• Water bottle
• Unbreakable coffee mug
• Camping plates/utensils (those who purchase the Meal Plan will be provided plates & cutlery)
• Board games to share
• Snacks to share
• Beverages/alcohol to share
• Sports equipment (balls, frisbees)
• Computer and equipment for hacking
• Yoga mat
• Ice chest
• Cash for bar/swag
• Hand sanitizer
• Bug spray (eco-friendly please! No DEET)
• Masks and COVID tests
• Your DWeb ticket, printed or saved to your phone

Useful things

• A 20–30m power lead, ideally with a 16A plug (AKA an extension cord)
• Long Ethernet cable to connect your tent
• A USB C–C cable
• US to Europe plug adaptors (if you have non-Europe equipment)
• Makers supplies (for all your maker hobbies)
• Tape (gaffers, painters, LX) for fixing things
• Pen and paper
• Garbage bags
• Gold/Silver space blankets and clothes pins (to cover your tent and prevent it from turning into an oven in the sun)
• Costumes for Talent Show
• Umbrella

A typical day at DWeb Camp

You can check out our 2024 Schedule to get a flavor of Camp. This is what Thursday, the first full day of programming, will generally look like. You’ll see it’s broken into distinct blocks:

7–8 AM: Morning activities

• Campers lead wellness sessions: yoga, meditation, taichi

8–9:30 AM: Breakfast

• Campers eat together on the main lawn; 24/7 tea and coffee

9:30 AM–12:30 PM: Morning sessions

• Myriad sessions of every kind, some falling into pre-determined tracks
• Children’s & Teens programming

12:30–1:30 PM: Lunch

• Campers gather for a group meal on the main lawn
• Bars open selling beverages

1:30–3:00 PM: Unstructured time

• Take a nap, go for a swim, hike with new friends
• Campers offer fun sessions: juggling, dance, sound bath in the woods

3–6 PM: Afternoon sessions

• Myriad sessions of every kind, some falling into pre-determined tracks
• Children’s & Teens programming
• Unconference in the woods

6–7 PM: Dinner

• Campers eat together on the main lawn
• Bars open selling beverages

7–8 PM: Weaving groups (optional)

• If you choose to join a Weaving Group, this is your time to check in
• These are small group discussions – you cannot join mid-week; you must start Day One (Thursday)

8–10 PM: Evening activities

• We plan a different set of evening activities each night: star gazing, talent show, dance party, karaoke
• You can organize an Evening Session too: movie nights, scary stories, game night

10 PM onwards: Late night activities

• Impromptu gatherings of acoustic music, tea, campfires
• We try to encourage quiet activities outdoors, so you don’t keep your neighbors awake
• Indoor spaces can be activated for amplified music

Can I host a session?

Yes! Anyone can host a session at DWeb Camp! We are looking for everything from technical talks to zine workshops.

As you can see from the daily schedule above, we look for:

• Morning activities: Wellness, movement, centering activities
• Morning/afternoon sessions: Talks, workshops, demos, panels, conversations
• Afternoon: Unconference—propose a topic!
• Unstructured time: Fun stuff, active stuff, getting out in nature
• Evening activities: Participatory, group, fun night sessions
• Meals: Musical performances to dine by

Do I need to prepare something in advance?

Yes, and no.

You can go to the Unconference each afternoon and propose any subject that interests you. No preparation required.

But to get a session listed on the electronic schedule, you must submit a proposal by the deadline. This requires preparation, a plan, a description, and ideally, collaborators. Not every proposal can be accepted, so look at the tips and criteria for selection.

If for instance, three designers wanted to lead zine workshops, we typically connect you to each other to see if you can work together.

We ask that you bring all the materials you will need for your own session, although we will have some basics on hand, such as: pens, pads of paper, white boards, scissors, poster board, etc.

How is this different from a conference?

A typical conference, especially a tech conference, uses well known speakers to draw participants. There is typically a main stage with “stars” and large audiences listening to talks.

DWeb Camp focuses on participation and interaction. We believe that the best learning happens in a group of ten or less people, not a keynote address of one speaker to 500 listeners.

So while we do have a “main stage,” there are usually dozens of sessions at any given time, with small groups at each. A deep conversation with someone as passionate about a topic as you are (1:1) can be more impactful than having a room full of people listening to your every word (1:500).

Your most influential connection may happen in a meditation circle, a hike in the woods, or helping your children create puppets together with other families.

What do you need most? A job, a funder, a team, critique by honest peers, some hope for the future? At DWeb Camp we try to help you find that through a hundred interactions with a manageable number of participants.

We discourage forming Camp villages because we want to get you out of your comfortable silos, meeting new people. In an event with 7000 people, forming a village with friends is a good tactic. In an event with 500–700 people, we think you’ll be fine meeting new people on your own.

Please go to Propose a Session to see the timeline and process for hosting a session at DWeb Camp.

How do you decide which proposals are accepted?

We work with curators — usually subject area specialists — to invite diverse speakers, and go through the proposals that you submit.

Curators help to design this year’s tracks. In a certain track, they fit all the accepted proposals into the Morning and Afternoon Sessions (3 hours each, for three days: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday).

But you don’t need to fit into a track to have a session accepted. Lightning talks, technical workshops, fun activities, wild ideas can all fit into the schedule on their own.

Because we focus on many small sessions at once, the acceptance rate at DWeb Camp is high compared to other events and conferences.

This year’s tracks

Anti-Authoritarian Stack

The need has never been greater: how to build resilient network stacks that are resistant to censorship and unaccountable control, enabled through portable and sovereign identity and data.

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Cultivating Tech for Food Sovereignty

We bring together the people working on food sovereignty, agroecological tech, cooperative structures, and the stewardship of community land and data.

Nourishment and propagation. What we cultivate together.

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Decentralized Design

Top designers demonstrate participatory design that centers usability, accessibility, and ecological impact; the creative practices to build for humans in the real world.

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Decentralized Hardware / Local Community Networks

Hands-on experience with peer-to-peer mesh networks and the hardware that meets local communication needs and enables disaster resilience.

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Open Social Web

How do we strengthen ecosystems of federated, decentralized, social networks that are interoperable, user-governed, and liberatory?

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Peer-to-Peer & Local First

Bringing together global builders focused on interoperability, local-first tools, protocol interaction, and distributed coordination.

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Public AI

Strategies for building publicly accessible, accountable, and trustworthy large language models (LLMs) and machine learning systems—AI tools that are collectively governed and work for the common good.

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Solidarity Tech

Scale moves in two directions. Exploring network infrastructures built and maintained by/for small trusted communities, designed for intimacy, trust, and safety at a human scale.

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Sustaining Infrastructure

Exploring approaches to sustain free/libre/open source decentralized technologies through social solidarity economy practices and other community governance and funding models.

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Intergenerational Growth

Seedlings

Children’s Track (under 12 years old)

Activities for children that encourage play, creativity, and enrichment in nature. Examples include storytelling, puppetry, music, movement, chi-gong, and craft-making.

Roots begin in imagination. And seedlings grow strong in nourishing soil.

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Saplings

Teen Track (13–17 years old)

Activities for teens that activate young adults to lean into their curiosity and get hands on with new skills.

A space for emerging voices to stretch toward the canopy while still deeply rooted in community.

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Old Growth

Pioneers of the Decentralized Web

The cryptographers, protocol designers, organizers, funders, and cultural architects who seeded this ecosystem.

Old growth forests stabilize entire climates. They carry memories forward. They create the conditions for everything else to grow.

DWeb Camp is by design a family-friendly event. We create programs that every member of your family can enjoy—your partners, teenagers, and children under 12.

• Children under 12 years old are free.
• Teenagers (13–17 years old) are 50% off the lowest price adult ticket.

Children’s program

Andi Wong, a gifted arts educator, will once again lead our Children’s Program, with rich offerings in science, puppetry, storytelling, art, and movement. She draws from the wisdom of other campers to weave programming from the adult tracks into mesmerizing workshops for children under 12 years old.

Our Children’s Program offers enrichment in nature, not childcare! You must be responsible for your children at all times, or coordinate with other parents to make sure your children are well supervised. We encourage the entire family to attend DWeb Camp so parents can take turns keeping an eye on their kids!

Here’s a look at our Children’s Program in 2023 to get a flavor of what to expect.

Teen’s program

NEW this year! We want to grow with your families, so for the first time, DWeb Camp is offering a teens program for 12–17 year olds and perhaps the occasional “tween.” During the session blocks (3 hours each morning and afternoon), two Teen Stewards (German and English speaking, we hope) will lead this group through a series of teen-friendly activities.

Some ideas in the works:

• Learn to DJ
• Learn to design party lighting and control the lighting board
• Juggling
• Improv acting
• Volunteer food prep in the kitchen
• Bike around Brandenburg
• Learn to program your LoRa-enabled badge to communicate device to device
• Hike in the forests of Brandenburg
• Learn to play the ancient game of go (baduk / weiqi)
• Carpentry lessons: build a piece of furniture to give to Alte Hölle

Fun for families

We try to create an event where every member of your family can find their bliss. Some of the activities that are fun for the entire family:

• Night-time stargazing
• Archery lessons
• Yoga, tai-chi, and meditation
• Programming with Raspberry Pis
• Game nights
• Movie nights
• Campfires and storytelling
• Hike in the forests of Brandenburg
• Swim in the pool
• Library with storytime for kids
• Zine making
• Concerts in nature
• Karaoke night
• Powerpoint Karaoke (aka Battledecks)—an improvisational performance
• Talent Show

We will have four-person glamping tents available to rent: perfect for families who can’t bring their own gear. RVs and camper van rentals are also available in the area. (See Accommodations section of FAQ.)

There is also a DWeb Families Signal Group to ask questions and share resources with other experienced DWeb Camp families. You're invited to join here.

Dogs that are well socialized with humans and other animals may accompany you to Camp.

You must have your dog on a leash at all times.

There are families of wild boars that roam the property, so we do not recommend you bring other small animals. (See Health and Safety section for more details.)

Wheelchair accessibility

We have two bedrooms reserved that are accessible via wheelchair ramps. They have an adjacent kitchen and bathroom, but the bedroom doorways are 85 cm wide, and the bathroom doorway is 75 cm wide. An outdoor accessible toilet is also available.

Mobility

Alte Hölle spans 100,000 square meters and much of it is along dirt paths with slight inclines.

Anyone who has trouble walking on uneven or sloping surfaces, or has difficulty walking distances more than a city block may find this location challenging.

Lighting

The main areas of Alte Hölle will be well-lit, with bistro lighting. However, there are many unlit areas so please bring headlamps and flashlights.

Parking and camping

Please notify us ASAP if you need accessible parking, camping spots or power for CPAP machines. For these needs, write to [email protected].

Power is available everywhere, but we urge you to bring your own extension cords to run from the power source to your tent for medical devices, such as CPAP machines.

Accessibility = community education

Improving accessibility for those with impaired mobility, sight, and hearing is a community responsibility, and we need to establish norms and improve awareness for everyone.

In 2019, DWeb Camper Liz Henry offered these suggestions about accessibility:

• In large tents, use blue painter’s tape to mark travel lanes to keep clear at all times
• Set up all spaces with clear entrances and exits that will not be blocked by trash cans, tables or people
• If you notice a space without a clear aisle, help rearrange the space!
• Do not pet or feed service dogs
• Maintain clear aisles in all spaces: people are often the biggest obstacles
• Speak up in discussions and use a microphone if there is one
• Respect people’s privacy about disability and medical history
• Offering help is lovely, but please respect “No” if you offer help and it is refused

We take your safety very seriously, so there will be 24/7 healthcare providers at the Camp. A nurse will be available to assist you if you’re injured or ill, or if you only need some aspirin—just drop by the nurse’s station.

Our Code of Conduct team will also be there 24/7 should you need support or want to raise a confidential concern. Have questions about the Code of Conduct? Email [email protected].

With small children among us, pool safety will be very important. Please, we need EVERYONE to help ensure that all children are safe around the pool. We are searching for certified lifeguards to work with us. If you know of a lifeguard near Brandenburg, please write to us at [email protected].

Precautions before & during Camp

If you are unable to come to DWeb Camp because of an infectious disease such as COVID, we will offer you a voucher for our next camp. We’re sorry but we cannot issue refunds.

If you have any of the following symptoms, please do not attend camp:

• Positive test for COVID-19 up to five days before coming
• Flu-like symptoms
• Rash with fever

We ask that before you arrive at Camp:

• Take a rapid test for COVID-19 the day you leave for DWeb Camp
• Wear masks on public transport and in enclosed spaces on your way
• Bring rapid tests with you to take during the event, should you feel ill
• Bring masks with you to Camp, and mask in crowded enclosed areas
• Ensure that you are vaccinated against measles, COVID, flu and other infectious diseases

What to do if you are ill at DWeb Camp

If you experience symptoms of COVID during our event, please take a rapid COVID test. If you don’t have one, the nurse on duty will give you one for free.

A positive test means you are very likely contagious. If you test positive for COVID, please mask immediately and take great care to avoid close contact with other campers. Leave the event as soon as you are able to. If you need assistance, contact the Info Desk and we will help you find transportation and medical assistance.

Food poisoning

Outdoor events carry a higher risk of contracting food poisoning. Please wash your hands with running water and soap regularly. Hand washing stations will be available throughout the property.

Potential hazards: toxic plants & animals

Camping in the forests around Alte Hölle (Wiesenburg, Brandenburg) is generally very safe compared with many wilderness areas. Germany has few large predators, but there are some plants, insects, and animals you should be aware of, especially in forest environments. Below is a practical field guide for camp organizers.

Ticks (the #1 risk)

Ticks are the most common health risk for campers in Germany. Ticks can carry Lyme disease (Borreliose) and tick-borne encephalitis (TBE/FSME). They’re often found in tall grass, leaf litter, and shrubs and are active mainly spring through autumn.

Precautions:

• Wear long pants and tuck the bottoms into socks
• Use insect repellent that protects against ticks
• Do daily tick checks at the end of each day

Consider TBE vaccination if you generally spend a lot of time outdoors and want to take extra precaution.

Wild boars (common around the area)

Wild boars are the only large animal in Germany that can occasionally be dangerous. They can charge at you if they’re surprised or are protecting piglets, but most encounters end with the boar running away.

Precautions:

• Make noise when walking through dense brush
• If you see piglets, back away immediately
• Do not corner or feed them

Wolves (rare but possible)

Wolves have returned to Brandenburg but almost always avoid humans. Encounters are extremely rare, and attacks are even rarer.

If you do see one, stay calm, stand tall, and slowly move away.

Snakes (rare but possible)

Germany has two venomous snakes, mainly:

• European adder (Vipera berus)
• Asp viper (rare in Germany)

They are shy and bite only if stepped on. Bites are usually not life-threatening but require medical attention.

Plants to avoid

• Deadly Nightshade: Black shiny berries that look edible—highly toxic
• Stinging Nettle: Causes a temporary burning rash if touched
• Hellebore: Poisonous if eaten

Smart camp habits

• Observe wild animals from a distance
• Do not attempt to approach or feed any animal
• Do not eat wild plants or berries unless guided by a trained forager
• Stay on trails at night
• Use a headlamp or flashlight
• Store food properly
• Shake out shoes and sleeping bags
• Drink plenty of water

If you need help

Go to the DWeb Camp Nurse’s Station or call the European Emergency Number: 112.