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The author spent his first camping holiday in Istria, Croatia, and was pleasantly surprised. He highlights the respectful behavior of campers: no littering, no noise, no theft. He attributes this to common sense rather than strict regulations.
An accident involving a camper and a car occurred on the A1 motorway between the Grič and Plasina tunnels in the direction of Zagreb. Police confirmed they received a report of the incident, and an investigation is yet to begin. Traffic is reduced to one lane with a speed limit of 60 km/h.
Maria Rosa Schiavon from Padua has been visiting the island of Lošinj and Camp Poljana every year since 1980, staying from May to October. She did not interrupt her trips even during the Croatian War of Independence. Over more than 45 years, she has cultivated her plot, made friends, and passed on her love for the place to her family. The camp director and a representative of the tourist board presented her with a certificate of appreciation for her loyalty.
The Graumann-Chrismann family from Bergkamen traveled to the Polari campsite in Rovinj, Croatia. The trip includes four generations: Steven Graumann, his wife Saskia Chrismann, daughter Elina, Saskia's mother Manuela Langenkämper, and grandmother Herlinde Verschüren. Croatia receives over three million German tourists annually. The couple plans a special ceremony, bringing their wedding attire.
On 19 July at around 4:30 a.m., a storm struck the Lopari and Rapoča campsites on the island of Lošinj. According to firefighters, a waterspout uprooted about fifty pine trees, which fell on cars, caravans and tents. Two injured people were airlifted to the Rijeka Clinical Hospital Centre. Twenty-two firefighters with six vehicles are on site.
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On July 19 at around 4:30 AM, a waterspout hit the Lopari and Rapoča campsites on Lošinj, Croatia, uprooting about 50 pine trees. Two campers were injured and airlifted to Rijeka hospital.
A caravan caught fire in Mučići near Šibenik, Croatia, killing one person. The fire started around 14:35 and was contained by 16:30. Police are investigating the cause and the victim's identity.
A motorhome caught fire in the village of Mučići near Brodarica, Croatia, on March 14 at about 2:35 p.m. Firefighters contained the blaze by 4:30 p.m. One person was found dead; identity and cause of death are under investigation.
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One of the oldest naturist camps on the Adriatic, Camp Baldarin on the southern part of Cres island, marks its 60th anniversary. A celebration program is scheduled for July 22.
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A camper caught fire in the Croatian village of Mučići on July 15, 2026. One person died inside. The fire was contained by 16:30; investigation is ongoing.
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On the Draganić rest area on the A1, a camper with Slovak plates was broken into after midnight; a 54-year-old Slovak woman lost a bag with documents and money, damage exceeding 1300 euros. Police warn about signal jamming devices.
According to the 2026 price analysis by PiNCAMP (ADAC), camping prices in Europe have risen by an average of 7%. In Croatia, the average nightly rate for a family of two adults and one child under 10 with a motorhome or caravan reached 73 euros, a 12% increase year-on-year. Spain saw a 15% rise to 58 euros, Italy 63 euros, and Switzerland 61 euros. The cheapest destinations remain Norway (38 euros), Sweden (40 euros), and Germany (41 euros).
In Funtana, Istria, Croatia, the family-run Camping Polidor offers a mix of camping and luxury. Facilities include classic motorhome pitches, mobile homes, glamping tents, and villas with heated pools. Children can go dolphin-watching tours, while adults have access to a spa with private sauna and Jacuzzi. The resort is managed by the Ukušić family and emphasizes personalized service.
The municipality of Raša (Croatia) at its 11th session approved measures against illegal camper van parking during the tourist season. Municipal wardens or tourist inspectors can issue an on-the-spot fine of €130 for overnight stays outside official campsites, including beaches and parking lots. Fines revenue goes to the municipal budget. Individuals caught camping in unauthorized areas face fines from €190 to €1,320.
Camping Almissa in Omiš, Croatia, is undergoing a €12 million investment cycle to be completed by 2027, with a €7 million phase already finished. The 4-star campsite on a sandy beach offers mobile homes, holiday homes, and pitches for motorhomes, caravans, and tents. Facilities include a restaurant, pools, children's areas, sports amenities, and Wi-Fi. A new 651-meter coastal promenade has been opened.
Severe thunderstorms hit the Adriatic coast on Wednesday evening, causing widespread damage. On the island of Cres, a pine tree fell onto a motorhome at Camp Kovačine, trapping tourists inside. Firefighters cut the tree and cleared the passage. Fallen trees and building damage were also reported in central Istria and northern Croatia.
Firefighters on the island of Cres responded to two separate incidents overnight. Around midnight, a fire alarm activated in a building, but no fire hazard was found. Ten minutes later, a call came from Camp Kovačine, where a fallen pine tree blocked the exit of a camper. Three firefighters used chainsaws to remove the tree and free the passage, allowing the occupants to safely exit and re-enter the vehicle.
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During a night storm on the Croatian island of Cres, a pine tree fell on a camper van in the Kovacine campsite, blocking the exit. Three firefighters used chainsaws to remove the tree. No injuries were reported.
In the Kovačine campsite on the island of Cres (Croatia), a pine tree fell on a motorhome, blocking the exit. Three firefighters used chainsaws to remove the tree and free the occupants. No injuries were reported, and damage was minimal. Earlier that night, the crew responded to a false fire alarm.
In Croatia, on the island of Cres, a severe storm with hail knocked a pine tree onto a camper van at the Kovačine campsite. The incident occurred around midnight, blocking the exit from the vehicle. Firefighters from the Cres volunteer fire department used chainsaws to remove the tree and clear the passage, allowing the occupants to exit safely.
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