Vanna Camp Cubivan: folding module turns family van into motorhome with bathroom

Slovenian manufacturer Robeta has introduced the updated Adonis camper van based on the Mercedes Sprinter, measuring 5930 mm, and the new Hercules model at 6970 mm. The Adonis features a separate shower cabin, a pull-out countertop, a 90-litre fridge, a 1720×1480 mm bed (extendable to 1870 mm), and a battery capacity of up to 500 Ah. The Hercules offers a longitudinal 2000×1600 mm bed with electric height adjustment, a bicycle garage, optional dishwasher and coffee machine, and a 140-litre fridge; its weight exceeds 3.5 tonnes, requiring a C1 licence. In Germany, prices start at 121,000 euros for the Adonis and 131,000 euros for the Hercules.

Robeta has unveiled the updated Adonis camper van based on the Mercedes Sprinter, measuring 5.93 metres long. The model gains an enlarged bathroom with a separate shower, a pull-out kitchen worktop, a 90-litre fridge and battery capacity up to 500 Ah. The bed measures 172 x 148 cm and can extend to 187 cm in length. A larger model, the Hercules, has also been launched at 6.97 metres with an electrically height-adjustable bed (200 x 160 cm) that creates a variable garage for bicycles underneath, plus a fridge up to 140 litres. Prices in Germany start at around €121,000 for the Adonis and around €131,000 for the Hercules. The Hercules exceeds 3.5 tonnes and requires a C1 licence.

At Caravan Salon 2026, Robeta unveiled the Hercules camper van based on a Mercedes Sprinter (190 hp, automatic) with a length of 6.97 m. The interior features a rotating dinette bench, an induction cooktop, a lit display cabinet, and an optional wine cooler. The bed measures 200/185 × 160 cm and has a lifting mechanism. Standard tanks include 107 L fresh water, 80 L grey water, and 40 L toilet; an optional off-grid package adds two 500 Ah lithium batteries, an inverter, and solar panels.

At a campsite near the village of Malovše in the municipality of Ajdovščina, a 63-year-old Dutch citizen was repairing a bus converted into a motorhome after lifting it with a jack. At around 1 p.m., the vehicle slipped off the jack and pinned him underneath. Noise was heard by other people at the campsite, who came to his aid. Firefighters lifted the bus, and the injured man was pulled out and taken to Šempeter hospital.

Adria has unveiled the updated Compact 2027 motorhome, retaining a body width of 2.12 metres. For the first time in the narrow range, a DC layout with an island bed is offered. Standard equipment will include a lithium leisure battery, diesel air heating, LED lighting, USB-C ports and the Adria MACH control system. Pricing has not yet been announced.

On Sunday in Nova Vas (Miren-Kostanjevica municipality), an unknown person broke the passenger door window of a car and stole a woman's handbag containing several hundred euros and personal documents. At the Vršič pass, a 59-year-old German citizen parked her VW Transporter motorhome for two minutes to take photos, and during that time a thief stole a bag with a wallet and documents. The damage amounted to about 300 euros. Police remind that even a short absence can lead to theft and advise not to leave valuables in vehicles.