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The Silly tourist office is launching a new accommodation option for the Théâtre au Vert festival. From 11 to 16 August, four restored caravans from the 1960s–1980s will be placed near the venue, each sleeping two people. The rate is €95 per night, with bookings required by 15 July. Bicycle rental, local breakfasts, and pitches for tents, campervans and motorhomes are also available.
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On Sunday, a barrier crashed into the side window of a camper on a canal bridge in Humbeek (Grimbergen), halting shipping for several hours. No injuries reported.
Two thieves attempted to steal a caravan in Vlamertinge overnight. The owner caught them in the act and blocked the driveway with his car, causing a collision. The caravan crashed into a building, resulting in significant damage. The suspects fled on foot and remain at large.
Project author Philippe Debor plans to build a holiday park with 62 chalets on the 4-hectare former Hertogenwald campsite. The project is backed by international operator Prism, with 25 chalets to be sold to investors. Total cost is estimated at €7–8 million. Following flood risk criticism, the number of chalets was reduced from 80 to 62; they will be raised on one-meter stilts, with retention basins and permeable paving. Debor awaits approval from the city of Eupen and hopes to have the first chalets ready for rent by Carnival 2026.
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Belgian mobility organisation VAB and Thomas More college tested ten identical Suzuki eVitara. A 750 kg caravan increased energy consumption by 34%, reducing range from 350 to 231 km.
Heylen Warehouses and Dicar Group Motorhomes have acquired a 4-hectare site in Liessel, Geel, near the E313 highway. The planned development includes a logistics building with approximately 7,160 m² of workshop space, 1,815 m² of mezzanine, and 640 m² of offices, plus parking for 42 cars and 352 motorhomes. The project will centralize warehousing and logistics for Dicar's seven branches, relocate workshop activities, and add a motorhome rental department and a professional photo studio. The B2B unit Camperdeal will also be based there.
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Solo campervan travel is gaining popularity among those seeking autonomy and simplicity. Behind the idealized image of complete freedom lies the need to balance independence, logistical constraints, and constant adaptation.
roadsurfer, a European van rental leader, has compiled a list of destinations reachable from Belgium within 3–9 hours. The selection includes the Alps (7–9 hours), Slovenia (beyond the Alps), the Black Forest (4–5 hours), Müllerthal (under 3 hours), and Normandy (4–5 hours). The company highlights Belgium's central location, allowing travelers to cross multiple climate zones and terrains in a day, and its fleet of 10,000 vehicles with unlimited mileage facilitates such trips.
On Wednesday evening, a motorhome got stuck under a railway bridge in Wondelgem, Belgium, despite six warning signs. The bridge has a height of 2.2 meters. This is the second such incident in three weeks; a van previously got stuck at the same location. Residents attribute the increase to growing traffic.
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In the night of June 10, a motorhome caught fire in Céroux-Mousty, Belgium. The blaze destroyed it and a nearby car, damaged three other vehicles and two houses. Cause under investigation.
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In the Centre region of Belgium, about 150–200 caravans of travelers have been spotted, stopping in Familleureux. Earlier, around a hundred caravans occupied private land in Fumal, where negotiations for their departure are ongoing.
The Belgian municipality of Brakel is reforming the popular motorhome parking area at the De Rijdtmeersen recreation site. The number of spaces will increase from four to twelve, but they will no longer be free. The change is driven by frequent occupation of regular visitor parking by motorhomes, which has drawn criticism. The new site will have a barrier, digital booking and payment via QR code, and free electricity will be discontinued. Construction is expected to start in spring 2027.
On Wednesday around 3:00 PM in Wijgmaal, a 15-year-old cyclist collided with a parked motorhome on Wijgmaalsesteenweg and fell to the ground. The teenager suffered a bleeding head wound and was taken to UZ Gasthuisberg. The motorhome was parked on a driveway, with its front part slightly protruding onto the bike path.
The Belgian municipality of Brakel will replace free motorhome parking with paid spaces at the De Rijdt recreation site starting next year. The decision follows complaints that motorhome owners often park on free spots meant for regular cars. The new lot will feature a barrier, 12 designated motorhome spaces, and free parking for cars. Stricter enforcement against illegal parking is also planned.
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From June 6, RTBF La Une airs 'Les Trésors de Wallonie', a show where four families travel by motorhome along a UNESCO route in Wallonia. Meanwhile, Belgium's motorhome market grew 40% in seven years, reaching 5,000 units annually.
An article from RTL Info examines the key differences between motorhomes (self-propelled) and camper vans (vans). Key criteria include budget, layout, fuel consumption, and storage conditions. The piece helps potential buyers determine which type of vehicle suits their needs.
Late Saturday night in Gingelom, Belgium, three friends rescued a 75-year-old man and a 55-year-old woman from a burning VW camper. The woman was trapped in a partially scorched sleeping bag. The fire started around 11:15 PM, likely due to a faulty diesel heater installed under the bed. Fire extinguishers on site allowed the fire to be contained before firefighters arrived.
Wallonia, the southern region of Belgium, has introduced a six-day itinerary for motorhome travel. The route includes the cities of Tournai, Namur, Dinant, Bouillon, and La Roche-en-Ardenne, as well as natural attractions such as the Han-sur-Lesse caves. Stops at local beer and chocolate producers are included.
On Monday evening, a car collided with a caravan on De Hogewatergangweg in Vrasene. The oncoming driver veered into the opposite lane, hit the caravan, and then crashed into a lamppost, sustaining injuries. The couple in the caravan was unharmed. The road was temporarily closed.
Hyundai unveiled the Staria Camper Concept based on an 800V electric platform. It features a 218 hp electric motor, an estimated range of 400 km, and fast charging from 10 to 80% in 20 minutes. The roof integrates a 520 W solar panel generating up to 2.6 kWh per day for auxiliary systems. The interior is modular with swiveling front seats and a rear row that transforms into a double bed. Production is not yet confirmed, with a possible launch in 2027.
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