Ridge tent for camping vacations: set-up and advantages on the campsite

Ridge tent – Would you like to camp for a few days and are looking for an additional tent to your camper or roof tent?
Then a ridge tent is a good option.
This is similar to a dome tent or pyramid tent and is erected using a tarpaulin to create a pointed living space in Indian style.
It can be used as desired on the campsite, for example as a living space for cooking or relaxing.
Find out everything you need to know about the ridge tent, how to pitch it and its advantages and disadvantages.
Do you need more camping equipment?
Then take a look here in the store: Camping accessories.

Definition: What is a ridge tent?

A ridge tent is a simple tent that usually consists of a simple tarpaulin.
This allows the size to be determined as desired, so that the tent can be used for sleeping, but also as a recreation tent for cooking with the camping kitchen and sitting together in practical camping furniture.
When folded, the tent has a very small pack size and is therefore easy to store and transport.
It protects against wind, rain and cold and is ideal as an additional awning or for short hiking trips.
Information about the ridge tent summarized:

• Tent, consisting of simple tarpaulin
• Tapered to a point
• Living space of any size

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Structure: Materials and procedure

Setting up is also quick and easy.
You need a tarpaulin, two vertical tent poles and a guy rope.
First you need to think about where and how you want to tension the guy rope.
You then need to tie the tarpaulin to the tent poles, align it and carefully tension it over the suspension rope.
The whole thing now needs to be fastened, tied down and finally secured with pegs and you have a practical additional living area next to your roof tent on the campsite!

You will need this material

• A rectangular tarpaulin of any size
• Tent poles and suspension ropes
• Wooden pegs or pegs for bracing

You can pitch your ridge tent in the middle of nature as you wish and have the perfect shelter for the night!

Advantages and disadvantages of ridge tents

Ridge tents can be used as required, are quick and easy to set up, are made of just a few materials and offer you a bright, expandable usage area in addition to your roof tent.
It weighs very little and therefore does not take up much storage space when folded up.
As a rule, ridge tents are shaped like the gable roof of a house.
The practical thing about this is that the rain can run off very well.
However, it must be borne in mind that the maximum height is only reached in the middle of the tent and the use of space is therefore not optimal.
The stability is also not completely perfect in very strong winds.

That speaks for a ridge tent

• Quick and easy to assemble
• Few accessories required
• Can be set up in any size
• Small pack size
• Easy to store and transport
• Various possible uses
• Rain runs off

This speaks against a ridge tent

• Not completely wind and weatherproof
• Space utilization is not optimal

What you should consider when buying

Size – If you want to buy a ridge tent for your upcoming camping vacation, you should first consider how many people it is intended for and choose a suitable size accordingly.
Material – You should also make sure that the tent is very stable and protects you from the weather.
A waterproof, robust material is crucial and should be taken into account when purchasing.
Insect protection – Especially in tropical regions and in summer, you should pay attention to additional insect protection.
A mosquito net prevents mosquitoes from entering and makes your time in nature much easier.
You should pay attention to this when buying:

• Size and space
• Stability and material
• Insect screen (integrated door or nets)

Reading tips: Other practical tent types

In addition to the ridge tent, there are other similar types of tent that are recommended.
So feel free to read other articles here as an alternative!

Pyramid tent: structure & advantages

Pyramid tent – A pyramid tent offers enough space for sleeping, living or sitting together in front of the barbecue or campfire.
This guarantees a homely and cozy flair, is easy to transport and fulfills everything the heart of a passionate camper desires. Read more here:

• Pyramid tent

Dome tent: advantages and disadvantages

Dome tent – A dome tent is a tent that consists of a frame made up of two pole arches that cross in the middle.
These form a dome.
It is very easy to set up and take down, offers sufficient space and can be stowed and transported in a very space-saving manner.
Find out more about the advantages and disadvantages here:

• Dome tent

Tarp tent: emergency plan for on the go

Tarp – A tarp is also the ultimate companion on a camping vacation.
It consists of a universal tarpaulin that can be stretched out as desired to create a shelter.
As it is quick and easy to set up, it is often taken along on excursions.
This allows you to take a break in the event of sudden rain or a storm, for example, and stay dry.
Find out more here:

• Tarp