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Motorhome parking in Lorsch: overdone and miscalculated? © Echo Online
Bans & Fines DE Germany Yesterday

Motorhome parking in Lorsch: overdone and miscalculated?

The city of Lorsch raised the daily ticket price for its motorhome parking from 10 to 20 euros. According to the commentator, abolishing the short-term parking tariff contradicts the goal of attracting day tourists. The price increase is explained by budget constraints but could have been more moderate. The results of this policy will become clear in a year.

Source: Echo Online DEU
«Bon Voyage» — Tragicomedy about Life, Lies and Letting Go © Die Sachsen News
Lifestyle FR France Yesterday

«Bon Voyage» — Tragicomedy about Life, Lies and Letting Go

On April 29 at 8:00 PM, the Steinhaus cinema in Bautzen will screen the French tragicomedy «Bon Voyage – Bis hierher und noch weiter». 80-year-old Marie, suffering from a serious illness, lies to her family about an inheritance in Switzerland to conceal her planned euthanasia and embarks on a journey across France in an old motorhome. The trip includes her son Bruno, granddaughter Anna, and care worker Rudy. Director Enya Baroux's film combines themes of euthanasia and family relationships with comedic dialogue. Admission is 7 euros, doors open at 7:00 PM.

Source: Die Sachsen News DEU
Tires of several caravans slashed in Freiburg-Wiehre © BreisgauLIVE | Kurznews & Radio für Freiburg & Breisgau
Incidents DE Germany 1 days ago 4

Tires of several caravans slashed in Freiburg-Wiehre

Unknown persons slashed the tires of at least six caravans and campers in the Wiehre district of Freiburg. The incidents occurred between March 31 and April 15, 2026, with police investigating a series of intentional property damage cases.

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Industry US United States 6 days ago 6

Lightship expands US plant for electric travel trailers

US electric travel trailer manufacturer Lightship has announced an expansion of its production facility in Colorado. The existing plant will be enlarged by approximately 4,100 square meters, quadrupling production capacity. The company is also making a key change to the equipment of its electric travel trailer.

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Lifestyle MN Mongolia 15.04.2026

Traveling by Camper Van in Mongolia

An Austrian couple embarked on a multi-month journey through Mongolia in their camper van. Their previous trips had never exceeded four weeks. Concurrently, the Caravan Salon Austria exhibition will take place in Wels from October 19 to 23, featuring around 200 exhibitors.

Source: MeinBezirk.at DEU
Fatal Motorhome Accident on B207 Highway © Lübeck - HL-live.de
Incidents DE Germany 4 days ago 5

Fatal Motorhome Accident on B207 Highway

The driver of a motorhome died after colliding with a tree on the B207 highway near Buchholz. The accident occurred on April 18, 2026, when the vehicle left the road in a slight right-hand curve. The 70-year-old driver died at the scene, while his 53-year-old passenger sustained minor injuries. The road was closed for rescue operations for several hours.

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Incidents DE Germany 15.04.2026

Tannheim: Driver Lost Control of Motorhome

A 34-year-old woman lost control of her motorhome in the Tannheim area, reportedly due to an acute medical issue. The vehicle hit a wall and a fence after swerving and driving onto the verge. Preliminary damage is estimated at 11,000 euros, and the driver sustained minor injuries.

Source: presseportal.de DEU
Munich Court Orders Refund for Defective Motorhome © t-online – München
Law & Regulations DE Germany 2 days ago 3

Munich Court Orders Refund for Defective Motorhome

A Munich court has ordered a rental company to refund 3,400 euros to customers who cut short their trip due to defective sockets in a motorhome. The couple rented the vehicle for 3,600 euros in summer 2023 for a four-week journey but had to return it after the first night as the 12-volt sockets were not working, preventing the charging of a medical device.

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