Im historischen Ritterdorf

Switzerland-3942 Niedergesteln

Our picturesque Valais village is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Its origins date back to 1125, and in 2025, we'll be celebrating Niedergesteln's 900th anniversary. The castle overlooking the village is a significant testament to Niedergesteln's rich history. In our 1400m² garden, located in the heart of the village yet wonderfully secluded, you'll discover countless nooks and crannies perfect for relaxing and unwinding. In autumn and spring, a charming group of alpacas resides in a section of the garden. You'll have your own private toilet and fresh water available at the fountain. In case of bad weather or if needed, and when the alpacas are not present, you can use their stable for storage or shelter. In the immediate vicinity, you can climb the castle and cross the castle rock through the Ice Age cave (Feschtiloch), explore the impressive Joli Gorge, and discover other fascinating sights. Numerous 'Suonen' (historic irrigation channels) trails, hiking paths, and biking routes nearby invite you to an active and rejuvenating getaway.

What makes this place special

Richard about the place

Historic Village
Tranquility
Spacious garden with multiple seating areas and a fire pit
Hiking and cycling in Valais.

Your host

Richard

Top HostHost since 6 years

Speaks German

Camp overview & facilities

Toilet next to camp (≤ 5 min.)

Regular Toilet

Waterless Toilet

Regular Shower

Outdoor shower

Power available

Power is included in price

Small devices only

Access for camping vehicles

Extension cord required

Fireplace available at camp

A grill grate is available

Firewood is included

Drinking water

Kitchen

Picnic table

Covered common area

Waste disposal

Dishwasher

Washing machine

Heating

Sauna

Pool

Hot tub

Grey water disposal

Black water disposal

Dogs welcome

Dog camp

Dogs only on leash

Children welcome

Children's camp

Wi-Fi

Mobile reception

BBQ area with equipment

Offers from Richard

You pick them in the next step – included extras are already part of your stay.

Offers from Richard

Included extras are already in the price – add anything else right here.

Firewood

Power access

Booking information

Check-in

from 14:00 | latest 24:00

Max. 5 guests per pitch

Check-out

until 12:00

Max. 1 vehicles

Overnight stays

Min: 1 nights | Max: 7 nights

Self check-inAll for yourself

You can cancel up to 10 days before the latest check-in time on the arrival day. The refund includes the booking amount minus 1.5x the displayed Nomady fee. The cutoff is the latest check-in time of this spot — not midnight. Cancellations apply to the entire booking including extra products. Partial cancellations are not possible. Cancellations are only accepted via the designated cancellation tool. Verbal or written agreements cannot be taken into account. You can find out how to cancel in our FAQs.

Rules

Feel free to help yourselves to the herbs in our garden!

Notes

Through a charming double gate, you can drive your camper right into the garden!

Surroundings & Activities

Access

Possible without problems

Underground

Grass

Bakery

Farm shop

Café

Restaurant

Alp

Shopping facilities

Village shop at the schoolhouse. Sale of Heidnischbier in Raron every Friday from 5:00 PM.

Forest

Meadow

River

Lake

Mountains

Farm

Road

shady

900-year-old village; Gestelnburg Castle; Ice Age cave

Biking

Hiking

Climbing

SUP

Swimming

Fishing

Animal watching

Suspension bridge; 'Suonen' historical irrigation channel hikes; Southern Ramp hiking trail; Climbing opportunities in the Jolischlucht gorge; Baggilla, a small lake near the Rhône for swimming, just 1km away.

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Reviews (144)

4.9

Hellen

August 2026

4.0

Very cozy location, beautifully decorated, with llamas as evening companions. The toilets are very clean, with wipes and paper provided. A pity that for the price, a shower wouldn't go amiss.

5.0

5.0

5.0

Beautiful site, toilet was very modern and clean. Everything was great

Ciska

July 2026

5.0

We absolutely loved our stay in Richard’s beautiful garden. It felt like such a special, peaceful escape. We spent the afternoon reading in the shade while watching the alpacas wander around, which was honestly magical. Having the entire garden to ourselves made it feel so private and relaxing. This was one of those places you don’t forget, and if we ever pass through Niedergesteln again, we would stay here again in a heartbeat.

Karolien

July 2026

5.0

Very nice pitch! A lovely garden just for our own! Very clean toilet.

Maya

July 2026

5.0

Very nice spot with funny neighbors (alpacas) and a great little toilet building. Unfortunately, we could hardly use the lovely seating areas due to the bad weather. Nice contact with Richard. Thank you very much!

Markus

July 2026

5.0

We had the opportunity to stay in Richard’s garden for three days, and we absolutely loved it. Our two boys had a fantastic time racing up and down the lawn and loved talking to and trying to charm the two alpacas that were our neighbors. They were definitely one of the highlights of our stay. The camping spot is excellent, with a beautiful seating area under the trees and a small fire pit, making it the perfect place to relax in the evenings. The toilet, located right next to the parking area, was also spotless and very well maintained. The surrounding area is perfect for families, with several beautiful hikes nearby featuring caves, waterfalls, and streams to explore. The only thing we felt was missing was a warm shower. However, Richard kindly arranged for us to use the garden shower, which worked perfectly since the weather was warm during our stay. Overall, it was a peaceful and enjoyable stay, and we would happily recommend it to anyone looking for a quiet getaway close to nature.

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