Fire in Collombey-Muraz: gas cylinder explosion destroys camper van and bus

On Sunday, July 12, 2026, a burning motorhome sparked a major fire in Fideris (Graubünden). The blaze destroyed three sheds with vehicles and materials; no injuries were reported.

The Swiss automobile club TCS has published a set of rules for wild camping in Switzerland. There is no uniform federal law; regulations vary by canton and commune. Violations lead to fines.

Swiss company Alpencamper has unveiled the Eco Slide Out mini caravan weighing 52 kg for bicycles. It features a sliding side panel, a double bed (140×196 cm), and space for a portable toilet.

The municipality of Eschenbach and the Goldingertal association, as part of the 'Freizeit & Erholung 2030' strategy, are piloting simple short-term camper parking from summer 2026 to autumn 2027.

The Council of State of the canton of Ticino has approved a subsidy of up to 2.1 million francs for the local Patriziato and up to 242,000 francs for TCS for the construction of an alpine campsite in Brione Verzasca. The total cost of the project is estimated at 5.7 million francs. The campsite will include 46 equipped pitches for motorhomes and 13 pod/bungalow units, as well as common areas. It is expected to generate about 27,000 overnight stays per year from the third year of operation and create between 3 and 8 jobs.

The tenant family can continue operating the campsite for another six months. This was the only news from three political initiatives regarding the campsite at Schützenweiher. The city council extended the lease until March 2027, but a definitive solution for the site is not yet available.