Motorhome rental involves additional costs beyond the base price. According to ADAC data, minimum rental for 6 nights starts from €445, but this is supplemented by a deposit of €500-3000, insurance with a deductible, and overnight parking fees of €20-50.

A resident of Haubersbronn moved into a self-sufficient tiny house measuring 20 square meters. The house, costing 280,000 euros, is on wheels, equipped with solar panels, and 90% energy independent. The owner is looking for a permanent plot to place two more similar houses for relatives.

On Saturday evening, Hattingen firefighters extinguished a fully engulfed motorhome on a parking lot in Wodan Valley. Three propane cylinders inside the vehicle required intensive cooling, and the complete burnout of the motorhome could not be prevented. Earlier that day, firefighters used two aerial ladders to rescue a worker stuck at a height of 8-10 meters due to a malfunctioning aerial work platform.

A special episode of the show "Camping-Check" presents key moments from 2025 and previously unpublished materials. The episode features a meeting with the vintage motorhome "Pamela" and the caravan "Mr. Täbbler" at the Ulmbach reservoir in Greifenstein, where a world record was set on the campsite this year.

The camping season has begun at Lake Constance, with some sites already open. Campgrounds in Lindau, Markdorf, and Allensbach are already welcoming guests, while in Hagnau and Konstanz the season starts on Sunday. The largest site in Kressbronn will open at the end of March. Many sites in Konstanz already report a positive booking situation for the main season.

Diana Lichtenthal converted an electric Smart into a mini motorhome with a kitchen, foldable dry toilet, and sleeping area. In late April, she plans a two-week trip from the Ore Mountains to the Polish Baltic Sea coast covering 580 km, requiring charging stops every 120 km.

IMTEST tested the 2023 Hymer Free 600 camper van. The model, based on a Fiat Ducato and measuring 5.99 m in length, features four sleeping places including a pop-up roof and was priced at 78,840 euros at the time of the test. The review praised the high-quality interior finish and well-designed lighting but criticized the insufficient number of power sockets and a noisy refrigerator located near the bed.

Austrian company Action Mobil has presented the Desert Challenger motorhome, built on the chassis of a former military missile transporter MAN KAT 1 A1 8x8. The 12-meter long, 30-ton model features two slide-out sections, a professional kitchen, a granite bathroom, and tanks holding 2500 liters of diesel and 2400 liters of water.

A technical inspection of the motorhome is required before the season starts after winter storage. Key steps include body cleaning, checking the water system, tires, brakes, fluids, battery, electrical equipment, and gas installation. For motorhomes up to 3.5 tons, the first inspection is due after 36 months, then every 24 months.

A mechanic was injured after being pinned under a motorhome at a vehicle repair shop in Ergoldsbach (Landshut district). The 34-year-old was performing repair work when a colleague accidentally lowered a hydraulic jack. The employee who activated the mechanism is now under investigation for negligent bodily injury.

Italian company Caracol AM, in collaboration with Swiss LG Project Management, presented a motorhome entirely printed by an industrial robot in 92 hours. The structure, over 4 meters long, is made from recycled plastic and weighs 660 kg, significantly faster than traditional production which takes about three months. The presentation took place at the Formnext trade fair in Frankfurt.

Four new awning systems for compact camper vans have been introduced, designed to maintain parking garage compatibility. The systems include the support-free Camper & Go Flex Line weighing from 1.5 kg, the compact cassette awning Fiamma F43van, the inflatable StuffBubble weighing about 2 kg, and the 270-degree Vickywood Branch awning for all-around protection.

Clever Vans has introduced the Duo 540, a 5.4-meter-long campervan designed exclusively for two people. The model features an unconventional layout with a combined seating and bed area at the rear, a base price starting at €47,999, and a compact 60-liter freshwater tank.

Hyundai has unveiled the Staria Camper Concept to explore market potential for electric campers. The concept features a pop-up roof, 520W solar panel, and claimed 400 km WLTP range, though production has not been confirmed.

German broadcaster WDR has scheduled several episodes of a documentary series about traveling with campers and caravans. The lineup includes episodes following families on trips to South Tyrol, Tuscany, and the Netherlands using new travel trailers and motorhomes.

According to an ADAC analysis, Thuringia is the cheapest federal state in Germany for camping. The average cost per night for a family of three in the high season of 2026 is 34 euros, with prices in the region increasing by only 1%, well below the national average increase of 7%.

A caravan was stolen from a secured parking site in Haltern and moved to the Netherlands. Police apprehended two suspects in Eindhoven after the owner, using a GPS tracker, reported the trailer's location. The vehicle has not yet been returned to the owner.

Motorhome manufacturer Frankia is discontinuing two model lines — F-Line and Titan — with a special Final Edition series based on the Fiat Ducato chassis. The series includes three models ranging from 6.4 to 7.9 meters in length, featuring enhanced standard equipment such as lithium batteries, solar panels, and an Alde heating system. Prices start at 139,990 euros, which the manufacturer claims is 7,000–14,000 euros cheaper than ordering the options separately.

Due to rising fuel prices, the fuel consumption of cars towing caravans has become a relevant issue. According to CARAVANING tests over two years, only five models achieved a consumption of less than 11 liters of diesel per 100 km.

Variomobil presented the Perfect 1200 Platinum motorhome at the Caravan Salon exhibition in Germany, starting at $1 million. The 12-meter model on a Mercedes-Benz Actros chassis features a garage for a Porsche 911-sized car and three slide-out sections.

Duisburg police are organizing a free weighing event for motorhomes and caravans on March 23, 2026. The initiative aims to detect overload and is conducted in cooperation with DEKRA and Verkehrswacht. Owners can also receive safety consultations, including advice on theft protection and tire checks.

Caravan manufacturer Hobby has dismissed CEO Bernd Löher with immediate effect. The company's management in Fockbek stated it made this decision and is now seeking a successor.

German company Pössl Clever Vans has introduced the Clever Aventuro 600 camper van based on an all-wheel drive Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. The model features a 2.0-liter diesel engine (190 hp), a living area with a kitchen, a bathroom, a double bed, and a heating system. The interior layout utilizes a 100 Ah lithium-ion battery for autonomous air conditioning operation.

Caravan manufacturer Hobby dismissed CEO Bernd Löher with immediate effect. The Fockbek-based company, which produces 10,000 caravans and 2,000 motorhomes annually, is seeking a successor but has not commented on the reasons for the dismissal.

Batteries in motorhomes can be irreversibly damaged during winter storage due to parasitic drain and freezing. Modern systems like radio memory or alarms consume standby power, leading to sulfation and capacity loss. A discharged battery also risks freezing at around 0°C, causing physical destruction. To prevent damage, using a smart maintenance charger or fully disconnecting and storing the battery in a heated space is recommended.

Starting in May, the resort town of Travemünde is increasing its tourist tax, beach usage fee, and motorhome parking charges. The daily tourist tax during the summer season will rise from €3 to €3.50, while motorhome parking will increase from €18 to €23.50. Lübeck's economic committee approved the hikes, citing increased costs for maintaining resort facilities. A plan to improve beach accessibility for people with disabilities was also approved.

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the new electric VLE van, which will be the first vehicle on the VAN.EA platform. The VLE 300 model has a range of over 700 km (WLTP) and can charge for 355 km in 15 minutes thanks to 800-volt technology. An interior volume of up to 4078 liters and the 'Roll & Go' seat system make it a base for camper conversions. The vehicle will be available from summer 2026.

Camper van manufacturer Westfalen-Mobil in Gütersloh is cutting over 200 jobs. The company's management cites the difficult economic situation as the reason for this decision.

The Mettmann city administration rejected residents' demand for a parking ban for motorhomes on Haydnstraße, citing a lack of legal basis. Instead, increased inspections will focus on vehicles parked outside marked areas. The possibility of a stopping ban for vehicles with a total permissible weight exceeding 2.8 tons is also being examined.

According to an ADAC analysis, Saxony-Anhalt is the only German state where prices for motorhome pitches have decreased. The average cost per night for a family of three is 38 euros, making it the third cheapest region in the country. Nationwide prices rose by 7%, but Germany remains the third cheapest country for camping in Europe.