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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.
Tønder Municipality in Denmark introduced stricter motorhome parking rules two years ago following numerous complaints, particularly on Rømø and in Møgeltønder. Overnight bans were imposed and official sites such as Oasen on Rømø and Marsk Camp near Skærbæk were expanded. According to Poul Erik Kjær, chairman of the technical committee, complaints about wild parking have ceased, though enforcement remains random. Criticism persists over motorhomes occupying staff parking spaces at the town hall, and a three-year-old overnight ban on Rømø was revoked after objections from the organisation Danmarks Frie Autocampere.
In North Schleswig, Denmark, discussions continued this summer about wild camping with motorhomes and campervans. At the beach parking lot in Alnor near Gravenstein, only resting is allowed, not camping, yet motorhomes and campervans, mostly with German plates, occupy the lot. Travellers use the Park4Night app to find overnight spots, while campsite operators point to sufficient official pitches with infrastructure. In low season, a pitch at Gammelmark campsite costs about 260 kroner per night, in high season about 410 kroner; at Aabenraa campsite, prices start at 256 kroner for two people in an autocamper and 274 kroner for a motorhome, with electricity at 50 kroner.
Simon Kilimann, a former Airbus and Eurogate manager, acquired the Galsklint campsite in Middelfart, Denmark, in 2025. In the first season, unexpected costs exceeded €120,000 for a new jetty, pipe and heating repairs, and IT issues. From late October 2025, the campsite will operate year-round, with plans to add pitches and a sauna. The owner is considering reopening reception in high season due to guest feedback.
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.
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The TV programme Nordseereport devoted an episode to the Danish North Sea island of Rømø. The feature covers camping on the island, where motorhomes are allowed to park directly on the 12-kilometre sandy beach. Presenter Tullio-Francesco Puoti rented a camper van to test how attractive the island is for campers. The episode also includes segments on holidays with dogs, one of Europe's largest kite festivals, and a young female brewmaster.
80-year-old Ildse Petersen from Denmark travels the country in a three-wheeled Piaggio Ape 50 with a Wide Path Camper living module. She does not plan routes or overnight stops. The module seats four for meals and sleeps two, with a 200×90 cm bed and 300 liters of storage. Range is about 200 km, top speed 40–45 km/h. The price of a new complete unit is approximately 4.4 million forints.
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Isabella Camp-Let unveiled the 2027 Camp-Let Alba hybrid tent trailer at the Dusseldorf Caravan Salon. Unlike previous models focused on maximum occupancy, the Alba is designed for two people, prioritizing storage and style. The trailer measures 3.23 meters in length, 1.6 meters in width, and 0.95 meters in height when closed, and expands to 18 square meters of tent space, including a bedroom, storage room, and kitchen. It is expected to be available from January 2027, with a starting price of €13,500.
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.
In Ribe, Denmark, a tourist in a motorhome used a free parking area with facilities for seven weeks, circumventing the 48-hour rule by periodically moving the vehicle to adjacent spots. The municipality admits difficulty in controlling such violations, and the private company responsible for fines has not received instructions to check parking duration. In France, similar actions are difficult due to daily police checks and automatic barriers on some parking lots.
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.
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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.
Wild camping with motorhomes in Denmark repeatedly leads to conflicts between travellers and residents. At Aabenraa Fjord, up to ten motorhomes a day used a small car park as a free overnight spot, causing litter and annoyance among locals. Police distinguish between permitted 'resting' and prohibited 'camping' – setting up an awning, chairs or a table can result in a fine.