FAQs
Photos/Videos
Ask everybody in the picture if they agree to be photographed or filmed. It follows that shots from the stage into the audience and long shots in the hackcenters, villages and the other public areas are not possible! Please note that we might ask photographers and film teams to leave, if they don't behave accordingly.
Camping
Where do I put my tent if I do NOT participate in a Village ?
Come to the camp site and put your tent on a spot that you like and that is not reserved for someone else or for infrastructure. You can also join a village if you ask the inhabitants or move your tent if you don't like a spot.
Where can I store my valuables?
You have to take care of your valuables yourself. You can ask your friendly neighbour to watch out for your stuff, lock it in a car or carry it with you. Up to now very few things have been stolen during CCC events but as our events grow bigger the number of jerks probably rises proportionally.
Cars and Camper Vans
If you can, please leave your vehicle at home. Check travel for other options of getting to the venue. We also offer a Parcel Service so you can send Things to and from the venue.
Where can I park my car?
There will be a parking lot right beside the camp, there will be no parking on the campsite itself. You will need to buy a parking ticket for your car. Buy one now online, or on-site when you arrive (cash-only!).
Is it OK to drive the car on the camp ground to unload stuff for the village on arrival?
We ask everyone to carry their luggage by hand if possible. We plan to provide carts and similar means of transportation between the cash desk and the rest of the camp ground. If you really need to drive on the camp ground to unload, better come early as we may close the venue for vehicles if it gets to dense. In general there is no guarantee that you are able to drive on the camp ground, you may have to wait for several hours. Use the Parcel Service to save yourself from this stress and hassle. It is also much more environment friendly.
Is it ok to come with a campervan/caravan?
Generally yes, but please read Caravans.
Will there be campers/caravans allowed at the FamilyVillage?
There is no space for campers or caravans in the FamilyVillage.
Money
Which methods of Payment are available?
Everything on the Camp will be in cash only!
Where is the next ATM?
See here
Parcel Delivery to and from the camp
Can I send my stuff to the camp?
You can send your stuff using any postal delivery service operating in Germany. Go to the BGP Website and generate a sticker to get the delivery address. Put the Sticker prominently on your Parcel, but be sure to not interfere with the delivery companies Sticker/Codes.
My Stuff arrives at the camp using a acquaintance car, but meetup and storing is hard. Can you Help?
Yes, we don't really care how Parcels arrive (post, car, ship, rocket, pigeon, beamed by Scotty, magic portal). As long it has a sticker we will store it in our Storage and it can be picked up. Please make sure each item has a sticker on it so we know which items belong together.
While we gladly store parcels, suitcases, camping tents and similar items, we can not handle loose items. Generally spoken, it should be in a form any postal delivery service would take in. For other requirements, please talk to the Logistic Operation Center.
I deliver items for many people to the camp. Can you help with the distribution?
Yes, see above question/answer. Please make sure everyone puts a sticker on their items.
If you have larger amount of items to drop, please contact us before arriving at the camp.
Can I order Stuff online to the Camp?
Yes, please visit the BGP Website and generate a sticker to get the delivery address including a 6 Digit Tracking Code.
Please remember, anything you order to the camp you also need to carry back home (or send it using a postal service). We urge you to think about the environment before going on a shopping spree.
Can I send my stuff from the camp to my home?
You can send your stuff home using a postal delivery service operating in Germany. Just buy a online stamp and bring your item to the [BGP] Tent. While we support many Companies, DHL may be the best supported option. We will provide means to print your online stamps on the campsite.
Can I do larger shipments involving dedicated logistic companies?
This is handled by the Logistic Operation Center. Please talk to them before you ship your Stuff.
Can you handle my cash on delivery package? Can you handle my customs fee?
No, we can not handle any cash related things. If you need pay for your delivery you need to be present at the BGP Tent during delivery. Ask us on the campsite to get the estimated delivery times and be prepared for long waiting times.
Can you handle registered packages?
No, you need to be present the BGP Tent during delivery. Ask us on the campsite to get the estimated delivery times and be prepared for long waiting times.
I have special delivery needs. Whom can I talk to?
Please contact the Logistic Operation Center.
What is a BGP Sticker?
The BGP Sticker allows us to handle your delivery more smoothly, allow you to check if your delivery arrived and simplifies handout to you. You can generate stickers on the BGP website.
There are 2 options to use them:
- If you are the one sending the package, you should put the QR-Code part on your package.
- If you order something from someone else (for example a online shop), you get a 6-Digit Tracking-Code on the Sticker page which you need to put into the Address Field.
Please use the Delivery Address on the Sticker for the Destination of your package. The generated Sticker page contains a QR-Code you can then use at the camp to get your Item quickly.
I lost/forgot my Receiving Code. Can I still get my Stuff?
Yes, but you need to convince us that you are actually the Recipient of your stuff. A valid and simple option is to use your Real-name on the items and a passport. Other options involve using your l33t social engineering skills.
I did not use a BGP Sticker. Can I still get my Stuff?
See above
When can I send my stuff to the camp?
Please do not send stuff to the camp to arrive before the 10th or after the 24th of August.
Open Fire
Are charcoal BBQs allowed?
No - all forms of open fire are forbidden. Please let your Charcoal BBQ Grill at home and bring a gas BBQ instead. As mentioned under Power please don't bring an electric grill either.
Could we make a Camp Fire/bonfire (dt. Lagerfeuer) ?
No - all forms of open fire are forbidden. Only if the fire brigade allows it one camp fire at the official fire place will be lit.
Are camping stoves powered by ethyl alcohol allowed?
Gas and liquid fuel are OK, they don't spread sparks.
Where can we get gas for our BBQs in the area?
You will have the option to buy gas in 5kg and 10kg on the campsite. Villages can order gas in the village shop.
Dogs and other pets
Is it ok to bring my dog?
We ask everybody not to bring dogs. There are at least three problems we had with dogs on events in the past:
- Dogs mark their territory by peeing at tents.
- Attendees have problems with dogs. Be it by allergy or by phobia.
- Dogs who have problems with people. They get scared in a crowd or by some odors. So if you do bring a dog and it causes any trouble then we will ask you to remove it from the camp site.
Service dogs are of course allowed and welcomed together with their human companion.