Caravan catches fire — firefighters prevent flames from spreading to forest

The German motorhome Hymer ML-T has received two off-road modifications, CrossOver and Crosstrail. Based on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, they feature off-road tires, underbody protection, and an extended autonomy package for up to 10 days. Prices start from 159,900 euros.

A 34-year-old man has been sentenced to nine years and three months in prison for a series of arson attacks and attempted murder. In June 2025, he set fire to several cars and an occupied caravan where a man was sleeping. The court considered the treacherous nature of the attack on a sleeping and defenseless victim as an aggravating circumstance.

A couple from Moers converted an old 1973 Nagetusch motorhome into a mobile crêperie with a coffee bar. They bought the trailer on eBay Kleinanzeigen, spent two years renovating it while preserving the original exterior, but increased its weight to 1300 kg and added brakes. Since 2021, they have been serving crêpes and coffee at regional events.

The 2026 camping season in Schleswig-Holstein has begun with a moderate price increase. According to an ADAC analysis, the average price for a family with one child in the high season is about 39 euros per night, which is below the German average of 41 euros. Prices in the region have risen by about 3% compared to the previous year, while the national average increase is 7%. Many sites are reducing the number of permanent pitches in favor of tourist camping and are expanding their offerings with motorhome rentals and improved infrastructure.

The city of Remscheid ordered the dispersal of a gathering of 22 caravans at a parking lot near the Müngsten Bridge on March 24, 2026. Police and municipal public order services issued orders for the 'wild campers' to leave the area. In Germany, meeting and overnighting with motorhomes or caravans in unauthorized locations is prohibited.

A comparative study of travel costs between motorhome trips and hotel stays in Northern Europe. In Sweden and Norway, a motorhome trip in high season is 13-14% cheaper than a combination of hotel and rental car, while in Iceland the difference is about 10%. The analysis considered average prices for rentals, fuel, and accommodation during peak and off-peak seasons.