Whenever the Dutch national squad qualifies for either a FIFA World Cup or a UEFA European Cup, De Oranjecamping and its visitors follow. The campsite has drawn international media attention during EURO2004 in Portugal, the FIFA WC 2006 in Germany and EURO2008 in Austria-Switzerland. And currently De Oranjecamping is on the doorstep to move to South Africa for the World Cup 2010.

Please find below the following basic information about De Oranjecamping, press information , media accreditation process and the camping venues.

De Oranjecamping in South Africa during the 2010 FIFA World Cup
Nearly a 1000 Dutch fans will experience the 2010 FIFA World Cup as part of De Oranjecamping. Fans follow the Dutch national football team and camp near the host city. They will travel in motor homes, 4x4 vehicles, overlander safari trucks and private cars. The three base camps are based in Pretoria, Durban and Paarl and most of the guests will visit the camp nearby Kruger National Park (Phalaborwa) to be able to experience the wild life. De Oranjecamping will be world largest football fan camp.

One thing is for sure, every night a big party takes place in the marquee. Dutch artists fly from the Netherlands to perform and Heineken is providing the typical Dutch draft beers. De Oranjecamping guests are famous for their marches. Either they will march from the caravan park to the nearest train station or bus pickup place, or march from the city centre to the stadium. A world famous orange double decker bus will lead the way for Dutch fans. All host cities and host municipalities have given their approval and provided assistance to enable the typical Dutch way of warming up before the matches. De Oranjecamping is very grateful for warm South African welcome and this support.

Last but not least, De Oranjecamping is committed to contribute towards the 2010 legacy. The Oranjecamping is therefore cooperating with the 3rd HALF (www.3rdhalf.org). The 3rd HALF is a joint Dutch platform that supports strong and successful sports projects such as SCORE, RESPO and Stars in their Eyes. The Oranjecamping and the 3rd HALF invited all guests to participate in different football community projects and tournaments. Together with sponsor Pringles funds are raised for sports teams in different communities, for a Soccertainer (a container which will be used as community club house) and for a bus to transport disabled sports people in townships. The Soccertainer will be launched in the Western Cape, date and time to be confirmed.

Media accreditation process
Media are welcome to join De Oranjecamping and experience this unique World Cup atmosphere. All accreditations requests have to be submitted 24 hours on beforehand per email via pers@oranjecamping.nl. A small media space is available with work stations and wireless internet. Interview requests, both with the organisers, guests and artists have to be submitted via the above email address as well. Please state the name of your media house, the names of the media representatives and the purpose of your visit.
For images free of rights we refer to http://www.oranjecamping.nl/Pers/Rechtenvrije_fotos.

Camping venues
11 June – 16 June Pretoria Fountains Valley Resort, Groenkloof Nature Reserve
16 June – 20 June Durban  Bluff Eco Park, www.bluffecopark.co.za
20 June   N2 to Paarl Jikeleza/Glengariff
21 June   N2 to Paarl Plettenberg Bay, Yellow Sands Camping
22 June – 28 June Paarl  Berg River Resort, www.bergriverresort.co.za

Please watch the video in English to get an first impression of De Oranjecamping and the preparations for FIFA World Cup 2010 in South Africa. 

The key to the success of De Oranjecamping can be found in the combination of an unique holiday experience and the support of the orange squad. The guests are staying at a camping venue that suits camping- and party needs. De Oranjecamping is for everybody who supports the Dutch national team, loves togetherness, a big party and going on a (affordable) holiday!

The start in Portugal
The numbers of visitors have grown rapidly during the years. In Portugal it started off as a small scale project offering room for 400 guests at Camping Municipal in Estoril. Oranjecamping founder Jokko de Wit had studied Tourism in Breda (The Netherlands) and came across the opportunity when he did an internship in Portugal, just before the European Cup was played. He organized a campsite and the hit the nail on the head. The 400 guests became a 800 enthusiastic fans and a new concept was born.


Oranjecamping concurs Europe
The second edition in Germany 2006 was a lot more professional. The camping was built up three times at three different venues where Holland was playing. In total 2700 orange guests were welcomed and 90 staff members ensured a smooth operation. The largest edition so far was during the EC in Switzerland. Over 5500 orange fans had the time of their lives at the base camp in Interlaken, near Bern. De Oranjecamping became the center of the fan activities and received global media attention for its unique formula and the positive atmosphere. Also due to the fact the everywhere De Oranjecamping settles in, the local community is quickly convinced of the fantastic positive vibe of the camping. They will become part of the festivities and are welcome to join the orange party.

Road to South Africa 2010
For the first time in the history of De Oranjecamping, a World Cup will be played on a different continent as Europe; the destination is South Africa. A big challenge, but De Oranjecamping has started the preparations for this special edition back in 2008. All host cities are visited to check venues and build relationships with local government and businesses. In South Africa a follow-you-team-concept will be rolled out. An orange train of vehicles will travel from host city to host city. Orange fans can travel by motor home, 4x4 terrain vehicle and overland trucks. Aim is to offer a safe and affordable package for supporters of the Dutch national team in combination with a great holiday experience through beautiful South Africa.

The concept
Every Oranjecamping edition is unique, but below you find the basic elements of the Oranjecamping concept.

• Camping on a campsite/ a terrain with all facilities
• Fresh breakfast and coffee every single morning
• Transfer from the camping to the host city on match days
• Big party tent with performances and DJ’s
• All matches of the tournament on a big screen
• All necessary facilities
• Offical Oranjecamping t shirt
• All guests receive a compilation DVD afterwards
• Dutch crew and daily (sport related) activities

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us via info@oranjecamping.nl!