Hiking backpack – If you are on a camping vacation, for example with a roof tent, tent trailer or even a camper, you will not only be staying at the campsite itself, but will probably also go on excursions and hikes during the day.
For this, you will need a suitable rucksack in which you can stow all your essentials.
A hiking rucksack is recommended for short day trips.
Here you can find out all about the advantages, features and recommended models.
Back to the definition of backpack.
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Daypack for short day trips & hikes
A hiking rucksack is the perfect companion for all kinds of leisure activities and hikes.
With a volume of between 10 and 30 liters, it offers space for essential accessories such as a snack, water bottle, pocket knife and umbrella – in other words, everything you need for an extensive day trip.
With a hiking rucksack, you have everything you need to hand when you’re out and about!
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Key features of a hiking backpack
Depending on the model, the backpack can be loaded from the top, front or side.
Depending on the model and size, it has padded but breathable back panels and straps so that it is still comfortable to wear even after several hours.
As it fits very close to the body, you have a lot of control over the daypack, which is a great advantage, especially when hiking in the mountains.
The carrying system has a simple design and is intended for lighter loads.
For a day trip not far from the campsite, however, the hiking backpack is more than adequate.
If you are planning a longer, multi-day tour, then you should opt for a trekking rucksack.
- Capacity between 10 and 30 liters
- Space for the most important accessories
- Suitable for day trips
- Loading from the top, front or side
- Padded back panels and straps
- Close-fitting to the body
- Breathable mesh back
A hiking rucksack is the ideal choice for short trips without lots of provisions! 
The best hiking backpacks in the test
If you’re still looking for a suitable hiking backpack for your next camping vacation or a weekend hiking trip, you’ll find some recommended models here!
Are you still undecided as to whether a hiking backpack is right for you?
Then you can read about the main differences between hiking backpacks and trekking backpacks here.
The following hiking backpack models are recommended:
- VAUDE Jura 18 hiking backpack
- Deuter Gröden 32 hiking backpack
- Exped Impulse 20
- Jack Wolfskin Velocity 12
- Fjällräven Kaipak hiking backpack
- Deuter Speed Lite 25
