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Welcome to the Burning Mountain experience. This is not your average camping trip. You will spend your time in a natural environment with unpredictable weather conditions. Zernez lies 1,440 meters above sea level and is located in the heart of the Engadine, one of the highest inhabited valleys in Europe.

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Prepare for every weather situation!

Even though the Engadin is one of the driest regions of Switzerland, it can rain.  Rain showers can last anywhere from a few minutes to several hours. It rarely rains for days, but rain above 1500m brings also cold air. Please bring waterproof clothing, sturdy shoes, and a reliable tent.

On rare occasions, storms can sweep through the valley with winds up to 60km/h. Please make sure to secure your camp properly and tie everything down. Don’t leave loose items around that can get blown away. The nights are usually calm and with less or no wind at all.

In the night, temperatures can drop significantly. Even in good weather conditions, temperatures at night are rarely above 10° Celsius. Bring warm clothes and a good sleeping bag, you will need it.Insulating ground mats beneath your tent can help to keep moisture and cold from your tent additionally.Bring a warm hat to stay comfortable during the cold nights, and gather around one of the many fires to heat up if needed.

During the day, it can get very hot (30° C). UV exposure is much stronger in the mountains. Combined with the wind, you may not notice how intense the sun is. This can lead to dehydration, sunburns and sunstrokes. Protect your skin with sunscreen. Bring shade structures (please don’t bring cheap gazebos or pavilions, they are just being swept away by the wind). Bring a hat to wear.

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Your health is at risk!

Drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration. You should drink at least 2L of water per day. Remember: Clear urine is usually a good sign that you’re staying hydrated. Alcohol and coffee can further dehydrate your body. So if you drink alcohol, don’t forget to fill your water bottle regularly. We provide several stations with free drinking water. So take a sip from that fresh clear alpine mineral water.

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Dangers ahead

Just next to the festival area is the river „Inn“. During the day you can go down to the riverbed and stay on the beach or take a dip. Please be aware that the water level in this river can rise quickly and without warning. That’s why camping and access during the night is forbidden!

The main street that leads to Zernez from the festival is the only road leading through the Engadin valley. That’s why traffic can be fast (80km/h) and some drivers are reckless. We provide a safe pedestrian path alongside the road and a safe crossing area. Please DO NOT walk along the street on unmarked paths as accidents have occurred in the past!

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Safer Raving

Wanna do drugs at the festival? Any substance use carries risks. Before consuming any substances, learn about the potential effects and risks at the Alps PsyCare space. We provide an info booth with safer use material, a small chillout area and apsychedelic support team. Seek assistance if you experience discomfort. Should you wish to talk about your experiences, feel free to share your experiences. Our dedicated Psycare team will support you throughout your experience. Locate us close to the Curame chillout space.

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A word about authorities

Please be aware that while you are here, you have to respect Swiss laws. This means that government officials are allowed to stop and search you if there is reasonable suspicion. You are legally obliged to tell your name and show your ID. Possession of illegal substances will lead to a fine. Police in Switzerland do not have the unconditional right to confiscate and destroy cannabis quantities of less than 10 grams, the country’s Federal Court has ruled.

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Safety First

We provide a first aid station for more severe injuries or accidents. Our first aid team is responsible for exactly this, to deliver first aid. If further treatment is required, the on-site ambulance can transport patients to the nearest hospital, which is approximately 30 minutes away. Short first aid is provided for free. Longer and more intensive treatments may cause costs to the patient, especially if a transport to a hospital is involved.

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Safer Sex

Even though HIV rates in Switzerland are low, this does not mean you should gamble with your life. Bring condoms and play it save!

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Chill before hitting the road

If you come by car, please be sure to be fully rested before you start your journey here and back. You can stay on our camping space until Monday at noon. There are known controls by police on the roads leading to and from Zernez on Sunday.

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