Campervan, RV & Vanlife News

Tourism Minister Ilin Dimitrov said the ministry will identify areas with potential for camper tourism by June 2027. As of October 2026, Bulgaria had 78 categorised camping sites.

Councillors in Byala are reviewing a proposal to build a camper service terminal and a professional service station at the Kolyu Ficheto architectural complex. Mayor Dimitar Slavov submitted the initiative to attract more motorhome travellers and extend their stay in the area. The investment is estimated at up to €15,000. The proposal was discussed at a council meeting.

Councillors in Biala are considering a motorhome service terminal and professional service station at the Kolyu Ficheto architectural complex. The investment is up to €15,000 from the municipal budget.

In the 'Da hvanesh gorata' feature, George is shown having converted an old camper van into a dwelling. The camper van interior includes a large living room, a bathroom and a kitchen. George comes from South Africa and has settled in the Bulgarian village of Svirkovo.

Bulgaria's parliament has given final approval to amendments to the Insurance Code allowing insurers to offer third-party liability policies for at least 30 days for certain vehicle categories. The measure covers vehicles with temporary or transit registration, slow-moving vehicles, self-propelled machinery, category L vehicles, caravans and motorhomes. Insurers will set the prices. The amendments were tabled by Stefan Belchev and a group of MPs from Progressive Bulgaria after motorcyclists protested in June against rising insurance costs. The law also allows the Guarantee Fund to pay compensation instead of an insurer with a revoked licence within 7 days of notification.

Bulgaria's parliament passed amendments obliging insurers to offer third-party liability cover for 30 days, three months or six months for motorcycles, camper vans, caravans and self-propelled machines.

Bulgaria's Parliament adopted amendments requiring insurers to offer third-party liability policies for terms from 30 days for motorcycles, campers and other vehicles.

Mercedes-Benz Vans has launched production of Marco Polo campers at its Ludwigsfelde plant. For the first time in 40 years, production is fully organized at Mercedes-Benz facilities.

Adam and Lauren Ewing and their two children spend 60–70% of the year at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort in Central Florida, staying in their own caravan. Campground rules require guests to leave for at least 24 hours after every 26-day stay. During peak season, a 26-day stay cost the family over $8,000, or about $300 per night. The family previously lived in a roughly 930-square-metre house on about 570 acres near Athens, Georgia.

The Economic Policy Committee of Bulgaria's National Assembly approved amendments to the Insurance Code introducing seasonal 'Civil Liability' policies for motorcycles, campers and some other vehicles.

In the new episode of NOVA’s “Freedom on Wheels”, Mariana and Lyubo attempt to climb Musala (2925 m), visiting Melnik, Rupite and Heraclea Sintica.

On 10 and 11 October, the Camping & Caravaning Expo will take place at the Rowing Base in Plovdiv. Around 40 exhibitors from Bulgaria and Romania will present campers, caravans, tents, boats and equipment. Free entry.

Bulgaria's parliament passed amendments to the Insurance Code allowing civil liability policies from 30 days for motorcycles, campers and other vehicles.

Bulgaria's parliament gave final approval to Insurance Code amendments allowing insurers to offer third-party liability policies for at least 30 days for category L motorcycles, campers, camping trailers, slow vehicles and temporarily registered vehicles. Insurers will set prices.

Two people were injured in a collision involving two cars and a camper near Vladaya. Traffic on the 279th km of the I-1 Sofia — Pernik road towards Sofia is restricted, detour via Vladaya village.

A camper crashed into a line of cars on the A9 motorway in Thuringia, Germany. Police initially reported 34 injured, later revised to nine. Damage is estimated at around 350,000 euros.

A joint inspection at the Yovkovtsi reservoir in Bulgaria found illegal campsites, open fires and waste in the sanitary zone. Caravans, camper vans, boats and tents were set up at the site, which supplies drinking water to over 250,000 people. Inspectors also found a fenced area with camper vans and caravans without permission. Violators will be fined, and inspection materials will be sent to prosecutors.

Startup Vanna Camp from South Tyrol presented the Cubivan Camping System at the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf. The system converts models such as the Volkswagen Caravelle, Ford Tourneo Custom and Mercedes-Benz Vito into full-fledged campers using rigid insulated modules: a roof sleeping area of 2 by 2 meters and a pull-out rear section with kitchen, toilet and shower. Unlike traditional roof tents, it uses solid folding panels made of reinforced plastic. The system can be removed and transferred to another van. The price is around €22,000. Pre-orders are open until 31 December 2026, with official sales starting in early summer 2027; some specifications, including water tank capacity, fridge volume and energy system details, have not yet been announced.

The motorhome stopover at Salzgittersee will close temporarily from 21 September 2026. Camping Car Park GmbH takes over management, and a new supply and waste station is planned.

Startup Vala has created an electric camper based on a Wuling EV that is shorter and narrower than a Chevrolet Bolt, yet can accommodate up to four people thanks to a pop-up roof tent and a convertible interior. Dimensions are 3600 mm long, 1500 mm wide and 1900 mm high. A 40 hp electric motor is powered by a 30.6 kWh battery, providing a CLTC range of up to 305 km. The vehicle costs less than €13,800, with the base car at about €7,360 and Vala’s added equipment at around €6,440. Appliances run off the traction battery via V2L technology.