Campervan, RV & Vanlife News
Gammel Ålbo Camping near the Little Belt in Denmark has sunk 400 bottles of spirits to the seabed in collaboration with Trolden Destilleri as part of its 75th-anniversary project. According to campsite owner and manager Martin Pedersen, buyers receive ownership of a bottle that will mature on the seabed until June next year. They can retrieve it on 26 June 2027 by diving, snorkelling, or with assistance from divers. Sales began in early August, and about half of the 400 bottles have been sold so far.
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The municipality of Hjørring has decided to close the campsite and open-air pool on Idræts Allé after nearly 60 years of operation. The facilities are deemed to be in too poor condition to continue without significant municipal investment. The outgoing operator has expressed surprise at the decision.
The sale of Ore Strand Camping in Vordingborg has led to some guests at Præstø Camping, located about 20 kilometres away, being asked to leave. The reason is a change in booking terms following the change of ownership.
Bornholm resident Yanita Ivanova converted an old caravan into a hair salon and now serves clients at the harbor in Nexø. The 4-by-2-meter salon is fully booked on its first day. Ivanova plans to travel around the island, targeting elderly people at care centers who cannot easily visit regular salons.
A German couple with business experience has bought a well-known campsite with its own beach in Southern Jutland. They will take over on October 1. The new owners plan to change one thing first, but details are not specified.
In Denmark, a couple has sold one of the few campsites located directly on the beach. The deal includes 700 meters of private beach. The exact amount was not disclosed, but the source reports it was in the millions.
Motorhome holidays are growing in popularity in Northern Europe. From Copenhagen, Oslo is about a seven-hour drive or a ferry ride away. Most rental motorhomes weigh under 3,500 kg and can be driven with a standard B-class licence. Overnight parking is allowed at designated sites, with rules varying by country. Rentals are cheaper in late August and September.
CityCamp Assens Strand campsite on the island of Funen has been awarded six stars by Camping Outdoor Danmark. The site, which opened in spring 2025, is the first in Denmark to receive this rating. The owner compares it to earning a Michelin star.
On Tuesday afternoon, the Sløverfjord tunnel on the E10 was closed after a motorhome experienced problems. Police said the vehicle had a flat battery and was being recovered. The road and tunnel were fully closed due to the vehicle's unsafe position. Traffic resumed around 5 p.m., with queues and bus services affected.
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Danish couple Jette and Poul, both over 80, continue to run a campsite on the island of Funen, which they founded 58 years ago. Starting with two caravans and a tent without a floor, they have turned it into a lifelong endeavor. The couple says they have no plans to retire, as the work brings them fulfillment.
Per and Pia left their apartment in Vapnagård and have lived in a caravan at the disputed Corona Camping in Helsingør for 12 years. They have no plans to move back. Helsingør Dagblad reported this on 23 August 2026.
Professional golfer Justin Rose has revealed details about his motorhome, which he uses at PGA Tour events. The motorhome is equipped as a private training center where Rose prepares before and after rounds. He does not sleep in the motorhome. Rose has 13 PGA Tour wins, including the 2013 US Open, and won gold at the 2016 Olympics.
Dalgård Camping in East Jutland, listed for sale about six months ago, has yet to attract any buyers. Owners Diana and Arne Korsholm remain optimistic and are prepared to wait for the right candidate.
Police report a fire at a campsite with full ignition. There is a risk of the fire spreading. Details are being clarified.
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On Saturday afternoon, a campervan with three people overturned on Tørsdalsvegen in Vindafjord. All three got out on their own, no injuries reported.
In Denmark, a 41-year-old man suffered serious burns in a hot tub at a campsite. He was flown to hospital by helicopter. The campsite has responded to criticism, and a compensation claim is being prepared.
Danish couple Henrik and Gitte Thusgård Poulsen, who already own three campsites, have purchased a fourth, Thisted Camping, which they will take over on January 1, 2027. The family business includes Toftum Bjerge, Glyngøre, and Himmerland campsites, run by their children. The couple hopes to attract more tourists to the Limfjord area, as all sites are open year-round.
Sture Jansson discovered a 1959 SMV 8 "Egg" caravan in a forest in Sunne Municipality in 2009. The caravan was transported by trailer to Ekshärad in 2012, and restoration took nearly ten years. The caravan measures 380 cm long, 195 cm wide and 200 cm high, with a kerb weight of 370 kg. In May 2022 it passed inspection and received EU approval without requiring further checks due to its age.
Police responded to an incident in Aksdal where a caravan lost a wheel. The incident occurred on the E39 highway. Details are being clarified.