Camping storage in the VW bus optimally organized
More space for memories
Quickly set something down, securely store bulky equipment, and always have access to everything while driving.
Is that possible?
Yes.
With the VANZEIT ® shelves and racks, we have the perfect solution for you and your VW California Beach, Coast, Comfortline, Ocean, Camper, or Tour.
Consistently and lease-friendly, secure mounting in the campervan is ensured with all our system modules via Plug & Camp, without the need for drilling, screwing, or gluing — even for the roof cabinet!
We have developed all storage solutions ourselves and extensively tested them in everyday family life on the road. That means for you: no compromises in functionality, no unnecessary frills – just well-thought-out equipment for your van.
Discover our multi-functional California storage solutions with a system.
Camper Organizers as the Key to Relaxed Outdoor Adventures
The right organizers for your camper conversion not only improve comfort within the limited space of your vehicle, but also save valuable time packing and searching. Modular storage systems adapt flexibly to your needs and can make the difference between a frustrating camping trip and a relaxed vanlife experience.
Camping Organizers: Your Solution for a Tidy Camping Holiday
A camping organizer transforms chaos inside your campervan into a well-thought-out system. With the right storage solutions, you'll keep track of all essential items—even in the smallest spaces. Instead of desperately searching for the coffee filter in the morning or the flashlight in the evening, you can easily locate everything, saving precious time and stress during your outdoor adventures.
Why a Camping Organizer is Essential
A camping organizer is the heart of a smoothly functioning camping trip. Campers who try to get by without structured storage systems quickly realize that the limited space in a van or VW bus requires thoughtful organization.
Common Issues When Camping Without Organizers
Without a suitable organizational system, your camper quickly turns into chaos. Mornings become frustrating hunts for toiletries. Food spoils forgotten beneath clothes. Cooking utensils crash around with every turn, causing irritating noises. Small items like charging cables, headlamps, or tools disappear into the depths of your vehicle. These everyday frustrations rob you of valuable time better spent outdoors, turning your relaxed vacation into a stressful scavenger hunt.
Benefits of a Well-Organized Camper
With a carefully planned camper organizer system, your travel experience becomes more efficient and enjoyable. You can save up to 30 minutes daily on unnecessary searching since every item has its designated place and is easily accessible.
Optimal space utilization significantly expands usable storage space in your campervan. Additionally, the psychological impact shouldn’t be underestimated: In an organized environment, you feel more relaxed and can better enjoy your vacation. Furthermore, driving safety improves as no loose items fly around—a crucial aspect for any responsible vanlife enthusiast.
The Best Camping Organizers at a Glance
For a perfectly organized camper life, you need suitable storage solutions. The following camping organizers have proven themselves in practice and ensure maximum organization in minimal space.
Hanging Camping Organizers
Hanging camping organizers are true space savers in your compact campervan. Equipped with multiple pockets, additional hooks, or compartments, they are ideal for small items like flashlights, spices, or electronics you need quick access to. Many models feature transparent compartments, allowing you to see instantly what's inside. Another advantage: After your camping trip, you can easily fold and store them compactly until your next adventure.
Foldable Storage Boxes and Packing Bags
Foldable storage boxes are versatile all-rounders among camping organizers. Made of robust yet lightweight materials, they flexibly adapt to your individual storage needs. When set up, they offer plenty of space for clothing, food, or kitchen utensils, yet folded, they hardly occupy any storage room. In your camper, these boxes and bags are particularly useful for flexibly subdividing larger storage spaces like shelves, overhead cabinets, or popular Euroboxes.
My tip: Give each travel companion storage bags of their own color (even just colored handles or labels) but the same size. This way, belongings can be easily distinguished, and everyone carries a similar amount of gear.
Clip-On Attachment Options
Few things are as annoying as jackets constantly in your way or wet coats lying on seats. Practical solutions that allow you to hang clothing items conveniently out of the way are very welcome.
Smart hanging wardrobes and hooks that easily attach to grab handles, vehicle body, and interior panels are practical solutions for hanging outdoor clothing.
As a bonus, some feature extra eyelets, letting you attach additional items using carabiners—or, very much in the vanlife style, hang fairy lights.
Perhaps a universal mounting solution with a standardized groove profile (we call them VANRAILs) is the right choice for you. You can securely and stably attach a complete clothes rail, kitchen roll holder, or DIY shelf to it.
Tips for Choosing the Right Camping Organizer
When choosing the ideal organizer, several key factors come into play. A well-considered storage system can spell the difference between constant searching and a relaxed camping routine. Here you'll discover what really matters when making your selection.
Size and Capacity
The optimal size of your camping organizer depends on the available space in your campervan and your individual needs. For smaller vans and those traveling alone or in pairs, compact, foldable organizers work best. In contrast, families usually require multiple storage solutions and significantly more storage capacity.
Opt for modular systems that can be combined individually. You’ll stay far more flexible with three to four smaller units than one large organizer. Many campers swear by stackable boxes.
Material
For carrying bags and hanging fabric organizers, robust Cordura fabric has proven reliable. Steer clear of products made from lightweight nylon here. Mesh fabrics should be handled cautiously—ensure they are robust enough to withstand occasional snags from items like keys without tearing.
With metal sheets, material thickness makes a decisive difference. Sheets of 1 mm thickness or less can easily bend with bare hands. Avoid putting tensile stress—such as from elastic cords—on side panels made from thin sheets. Even just half a millimeter more thickness makes them significantly more stable, although also heavier.
You can recognize a well-thought-out product by its choice of material (aluminum vs. steel) and the presence of cutouts designed to save weight. Steel sheets without these cutouts typically indicate inexpensive manufacturing and thinner materials.
Weather Resistance
For outdoor use, waterproof fabric organizers featuring welded seams and water-resistant zippers are essential to reliably protect your gear from rain. Within your campervan, UV resistance and the ability to safely store damp clothes are important considerations. It should also be washable.
Visible or exposed metal surfaces should ideally be powder-coated. This coating provides impact resistance and, if applied with a textured finish, better scratch resistance.
Injection-molded plastics should include additives for UV and weather protection, making them durable and heat-resistant.
Expandability
Why is furniture from the famous Scandinavian home furnishing store so popular? Because it’s timeless, typically highly practical, and expandable. Expandability may mean the ability to combine individual items with others. Crucially, even at a later date, you should be able to choose alternative fronts for shelves or create DIY add-ons yourself or buy them as accessories.
Logo Parade
Yes, recognizability has become challenging due to countless inexpensive copies. The further a seller moves away from originality, the more creatively they tend to display logos or their brand name, sometimes even placing it on every zipper or making it a significant part of the product’s front panel in high-contrast colors.
Whether you want to pay to advertise brands or consider it essential to visibly feature the seller in every holiday photo is entirely your choice.
But perhaps quality, local production, minimalist aesthetics, and concrete, useful features are more important to you?
Conclusion
With a thoughtfully designed camping organizer, you’ll transform your VW bus or campervan from a chaotic clutter into an efficiently organized space-saving wonder. Proper organization saves you time and creates significantly more usable storage space.
Whether you choose simple clip-on organizers, additional storage options, or customized fastening solutions—make your selection based on your needs and available space. Prioritize appropriate materials and practical functions that simplify your daily camping life.
Ultimately, a camper that's well-organized inside means more time for what truly matters: fully enjoying your outdoor adventures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I need a camping organizer?
A camping organizer helps prevent clutter in the limited space of a VW bus or campervan. It allows you to store kitchen utensils, clothing, and gear in an organized way so that everything is easy to access. A tidy interior increases safety while driving and contributes to a more relaxed holiday experience.
What types of camping organizers are available?
There are various types:
- Organizers with compartments that can be hung or mounted,
- plug-in organization tools like hooks and hangers,
- and those that add extra mounting options.
How much storage space do I need for my camping trip?
The storage space you’ll need depends on your personal requirements, the size of your vehicle, and the number of travelers. That makes it difficult to give a one-size-fits-all answer. Think about which items you want to organize and choose the appropriate size accordingly. To assess whether it will fit in your vehicle, try using cardboard box dummies to estimate and test placement.
My tip: Start with less. If you notice something is missing or needed, write it down. Then plan to add it before your next trip. That way, you’ll gradually arrive at the perfect storage setup for your van.
What should I look for when buying a camping organizer?
Look for high-quality materials with sufficient strength and washable surfaces. A good organizer should be lightweight but sturdy and able to withstand regular use without wearing out.
If it’s easy to combine or even expand, you’re already halfway there.
My tip: Try out your intended storage solution in advance using a paper or cardboard dummy at the planned spot. If it’s in the way or unusable (e.g., blocking doors, covering vents, etc.), it’s worth considering another option.
How can I organize my camper most efficiently?
A structured approach is the best way to organize your camper. Divide your storage space into categories, such as: cooking area, clothing, tools, and personal items. Place frequently used items in easily accessible locations. Drinking water, for example, should ideally be accessible from both inside and outside. Use modular, expandable systems that can adapt to your needs.
Tip: Regularly decluttering helps keep things under control.
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