Dog rescued from hot camper van in Bamberg

In Karlstadt, a man emptied the contents of a motorhome toilet into the Main river. The incident occurred on Monday evening and was observed by a swimmer who alerted the police. Officers identified a 71-year-old German national as the suspect; an investigation for water pollution has been initiated.

Sun Living has introduced four special 20 Edition models for its 20th anniversary. Unlike the usual a la carte options, these versions come with a fixed equipment package including metallic paint, alloy wheels, awning, fly screens, blinds, and exclusive interior trim. For three motorhomes on Ford Transit, the surcharge is about €3,600, while the estimated value of individual options ranges from €6,200 to €7,000. The V 65GX camper van on Fiat Ducato, with multimedia system and rear camera, costs €60,389 — roughly €4,000 above base, saving at least €2,400.

At the Dortmund/Unna motorway junction (A1), a motorhome collided with a truck. The driver or passenger was trapped in the vehicle; one person was injured. A rescue helicopter landed at the scene. Traffic towards Bremen is fully closed, causing a long queue.

German schlager singer Ramon Roselly revealed on the TV show 'Immer wieder sonntags' that he grew up in a small caravan as part of a family circus. He described living hand-to-mouth with his parents and five sisters in cramped conditions. Despite the hardships, Roselly credited the experience for forging a strong family bond.

DEKRA, the expert organization, recommends a thorough technical inspection of motorhomes and caravans after winter storage. Key checks include brakes, electrics, tires, and gas systems. Since June 2025, a biennial G607 gas inspection is mandatory. Proper loading and route planning are also emphasized.

The municipality of Amt Neuhaus (Germany) is considering a project to create a new motorhome parking area in the Stapel district. The site, previously used as a sports field and kindergarten, could accommodate 15–20 motorhomes and possibly a few tiny houses. Project initiator Thomas Frank presented the concept to the local tourism committee. Funding may come through the Leader program, requiring the municipality to determine its own contribution.