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Czech experts have compiled recommendations for novice travelers planning to rent a motorhome. Common mistakes include choosing the wrong vehicle size and insufficient attention to insurance. Renters are advised to allocate at least an hour for technical inspection and to check the deposit return conditions.
Lukáš Baumgartner, a contestant on the cooking show Prostřeno!, stated that if he wins, he will use the prize money to buy an old van and convert it into a motorhome for weekend nature trips. The 31-year-old IT support specialist in the banking sector is combining work with distance learning for a bachelor's degree in software development. His girlfriend, with whom he watches the show, signed him up.
The Hliník reservoir in Ratíškovice has started the summer season with a new regulation. Camping and caravan parking are now prohibited.
A caravan caught fire in the Česká Lípa region. The vehicle was completely destroyed, leaving only burnt structures and ashes.
A motorhome and a combine harvester collided on road 408 near Dačice on the morning of May 28. Police are investigating the accident; no injuries were reported. Traffic was restricted on the section until 9:45 AM.
Czech motorhome and caravan rental companies report record demand for the summer season. Most July slots were booked as early as winter, with 90% of capacity filled by May. Demand has increased by 10–15% year-on-year, and customers increasingly opt for more expensive, spacious models.
Rental companies in the Czech Republic report almost 100% occupancy for motorhomes and caravans in July. Demand has shifted to winter months, with most bookings made in December–January. Some availability remains for June and late August, but selection is limited. Renters increasingly opt for more expensive, spacious models.
An elderly woman building her dream home was left without accommodation. A neighbor offered her an old caravan to use as she sees fit. The story highlights an unconventional approach to solving a housing issue.
On Sunday, June 7, several parked caravans caught fire in the Jakubské Předměstí district of Jaroměř. The flames spread dangerously close to a power line pole. Firefighters extinguished the blaze; details are being clarified.
Czech TV meteorologist Alena Zárybnická left her apartment in Špindlerův Mlýn and moved into a motorhome. The six-meter vehicle includes a bed, shower, kitchen, and an improvised recording studio.
On Sunday, June 7, around 12:30 p.m., a fire broke out in caravans parked next to a power line pole in the Jakubské Předměstí district of Jaroměř. Municipal and volunteer firefighters from Jezbin and Semonic responded. The cause of the fire and the extent of the damage are under investigation.
Jesse, a home handyman, bought an old caravan for 35,000 CZK and completely renovated it. The renovation took about a month and cost around 60,000 CZK. He now lives in it with his family.
In 2025, three people lost their lives in fires in the South Bohemian Region. The flames destroyed residential houses and one caravan. Fire services reported an increase in the number of fires.
Police in České Budějovice are searching for a motorhome stolen from Písecká Street. The vehicle disappeared at an unknown time, and its whereabouts are currently unknown. Authorities have asked the public for assistance in locating it.
Fullvans, founded by racing driver Petr Fulín, manufactures motorhomes on the Fiat Ducato platform. The production facility is located in Terešov. Through standardization and the use of poplar plywood, the base model Siesta starts at 999,000 CZK including VAT. Around 300 units are produced annually, three-quarters of which are exported to Germany.
From June 5 to 7, the 28th exhibition of passenger, commercial and motorhomes, trailers and caravans will be held at the Louny exhibition grounds, combined with the 'Family and Leisure' exposition. Visitors will see automotive novelties, emergency services equipment, and can test drive demonstration vehicles.
A fire broke out on Saturday morning at the Trhovky campsite near the Orlik reservoir. The blaze destroyed a restaurant, about four pergolas, and a caravan. Damage is estimated at one million crowns, and two people were hospitalized.
A fire broke out at the Radava campsite near the Orlík reservoir on the night of July 12–13, destroying several caravans. A third-level fire alarm was declared, with 10 tankers and 4 fire engines responding.
Residents of the Radava campsite in the Czech Republic have organized night patrols after several caravans and shelters were completely destroyed by fire. The blaze consumed caravans and their awnings; no injuries were reported. Arson is suspected as the cause.
A DIY caravan festival took place in České Budějovice, featuring a van converted into a living space. Owner Stanislav Vlažný created a camper van that resembles a cottage. The event gathered participants showcasing self-converted vehicles.
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