Do you need a camping card to stay at a campsite in Denmark?
Camping Key Europe and Danish campsites
Short answer
As of November 2026, most campsites in the DK-CAMP chain no longer require a camping card. A few of them still ask for the European card Camping Key Europe (CKE), and these sites can issue it when you arrive. The card has to be renewed every year. DK-CAMP has more than 175 independent campsites, so a single site may have its own rule, and it is worth checking the campsite page before you go.
Why
- Most DK-CAMP sites have dropped the card requirement.
- Sites that still ask for CKE can issue it at the reception.
- The CKE card is valid for one year at a time.
Details
DK-CAMP campsites all accept dogs, and some also allow dogs in selected cabins and glamping tents.
Tip
If you already have a valid CKE card from home, bring it, as it can save time at the few sites that ask for it.
What may differ
Campsites outside DK-CAMP set their own check-in rules, so the card requirement can differ from site to site.
Common misconception
You cannot stay at any Danish campsite without a camping pass bought in advance.
What actually happens
Most DK-CAMP sites need no card, and the few that ask for CKE can issue it on the spot.
People also ask
- What is Camping Key Europe?
- Are dogs allowed at Danish campsites?
- What time is check-in at Danish campsites?
Sources
- DK-CAMP: FAQ for your camping vacationChecked at:
This answer is for reference only. Prices, rules and booking terms change, so check with the place you book and the official sources.
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