Head-on collision between motorhome and car in North Hesse leaves two dead

Westfalia has marked the production of its 600,000th motorhome at its Wiedenbrück plant. The milestone vehicle, a Club Joker Urban, was handed over to Belgian dealer Vanomobil. The company noted that the event does not overshadow ongoing difficult times and further challenges.

In the night of Thursday, unknown persons stole a grey Citroen camper van with registration VIE-N 524 in Viersen-Rahser. Dülken police ask witnesses to call 02162 3770.

According to an analysis by camping company Pincamp, a family overnight stay at a campsite in Lower Saxony during the low season averages 34 euros, 12% less than in summer. Across Germany, the off-season discount averages 11%, with the largest reduction in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern at 24%. Only Schleswig-Holstein (31 euros), Thuringia (32 euros) and Mecklenburg-Vorpommern (33 euros) are cheaper than Lower Saxony, while the national average is 36 euros. Outside Germany, low-season prices drop more sharply: by 53% in Croatia and 38% in Italy and Spain.

German company Dethleffs has introduced its new premium Graneo line, with the first model, the Graneo A 6823-2, built on a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis. The motorhome measures 7.98 m long, 2.35 m wide and 3.42 m high, and is powered by a 190 hp engine paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission. It has a kerb weight of 4,190 kg and a maximum permissible mass of 5,500 kg. Standard equipment includes a 325 Ah LiFePO4 battery, a 3,600 W inverter and a 220 W solar panel. Options include a second battery for $5,500, a solar system for $2,100 and a ceramic toilet with macerator for $3,900. Water capacity comprises 232 litres fresh and 222 litres grey. The starting price is $187,000, rising to over $220,000 with all options.

Promobil magazine conducted a comparative test of eight lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries designed for under-seat installation in motorhomes based on the Fiat Ducato. The tested models had capacities ranging from 200 to 350 Ah. The tHEnergy Bat Pro 325 US won with 80 out of 100 points and a 'very good' rating; its price is 1985 euros. Second and third places went to the Bulltron Polar 350 Ah (76 points, 1844 euros) and Renogy Pro 200 Ah (75 points, 1064 euros).

Caravan manufacturer Hobby is preparing for the Caravan und Co 2026 trade fair in Rendsburg. Visitors will see two updated caravan ranges, Excellent Edition and Prestige, as well as new floor plans for the Prestige T motorhome.