Minimalist Packing for Salzburg & Hiking 🎒 Bagsmart Faro Light Backpack, by Tina's Veganderlust on YouTube. 15 min 47 s.
- Video length
- 15 min 47 s
- Time to do it
- 20 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 8
What you need
Steps
Lay out everything you plan to take on the bed. Sort it into three piles: city clothes, hiking gear and toiletries. Remove anything you will not use on at least two days of the trip.
Roll clothes tightly and pack them into a packing cube or stuff sack. Rolling saves space and keeps the bag organised when you swap between city and trail days.
Put the heaviest items, like shoes or a water bottle, against the back panel and low in the bag. This keeps the load close to your spine and stops the pack pulling you backwards.
Slide the rain jacket and a warm layer into the top or an outer pocket. Weather changes fast on hikes, so you want them within reach without unpacking the whole bag.
Pack toiletries in a small bag and keep liquids under airline limits if you are flying. Add a toothbrush, a small toothpaste and any medication you need.
Put a power bank, cable and earplugs in a small front pocket. These are the items you will grab most often on travel days and at night.
Clip the water bottle to the outside or place it in a side pocket. Check that it sits upright and does not press into your back.
Try the bag on and adjust the shoulder straps and sternum strap. Shake your shoulders gently to check nothing rattles or digs in before you leave.
Tips and common mistakes
Wear your bulkiest shoes and jacket on travel days to save space in the bag.
Pack a small dry bag for valuables if you hike near water or in rain.
Test the full pack on a short walk at home before your trip so you can fix pressure points.
Keep a simple list on your phone so you can repack the same way each morning.
Questions
How big should a backpack be for city travel and day hikes?
A 20 to 25 litre pack is enough for one or two days of clothes plus hiking basics. If you need more, you will likely carry weight you do not use.
Can I use the same shoes for sightseeing and hiking?
Yes, lightweight hiking shoes or trail trainers work for both if the trails are easy. Break them in before the trip to avoid blisters.
How do I keep clothes dry on a rainy hike?
Line the bag with a dry bag or pack clothes in a waterproof stuff sack. A rain cover for the pack adds another layer of protection.
This guide was drafted from the video's details and general task knowledge. It has not been checked against the full video. Check the video and relevant product instructions before following a procedure. Report a correction.
