Caravan fire in Poland: two reports of blaze in different locations

In Poland, a category B driving license (up to 3.5 t) is sufficient for most campervans. Rental companies impose additional conditions: minimum age of 25–26 years and driving experience of 3–4 years. High-season rental prices range from 590 to 1,500 PLN per night depending on region and model, plus a service fee and refundable deposit.

On the night of January 1, 2026, a caravan caught fire on a private plot in Jarkowice, Poland. Firefighters from PSP Kamienna Góra and volunteer units from Miśkowice, Jarkowice, and Lubawka responded. No injuries were reported.

In Poland, demand for campers is rising, but high prices (new from PLN 250,000, premium models up to PLN 1 million) make financing essential. Loans suit individuals who want ownership, while leasing benefits businesses that can deduct costs. When choosing, consider total cost of ownership, including insurance, maintenance, and fuel.

Polish company Lorries, part of the Stalko group, has introduced the MT2 trailer with a drop-down platform for motorcycle transport. The patented lifting and lowering mechanism allows loading without additional ramps. The trailer can be folded for storage in vertical or horizontal position. The model will be tested by Motovoyager during an adventure motorcycle comparison in the A2 category.

In Ślesin, Poland, campsites and camper van parking areas are already open, while beaches will open on July 1. Authorities report infrastructure preparations: beach cleaning, renovation of sanitary facilities at the marina, and plans to restart a cascade in the park that has been closed for years. Beaches will be guarded by lifeguards from July 1 to August 31. In Licheń, a camper van parking area leased to the local fire brigade has stopped generating losses and is now well-maintained.

Maxus has started taking orders in Poland for the eDeliver 7 AWD electric van. The model features a 204 hp electric motor with 330 Nm torque, accelerating to 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds. Battery options are 77 or 88 kWh, providing a range of up to 335 km. The starting price is 157,900 PLN net for 2026 models, including a five-year vehicle warranty and an eight-year warranty on the traction battery.