German RV and caravan sales drop 3% in first seven months

In the first seven months of 2026, new registrations of motorhomes and caravans in Germany fell by 3% year-on-year to 63,329 units, according to the Caravaning Industrie Verband (CIVD). The decline follows a 2.3% drop in the full year 2025. Weak economic conditions and high prices are deterring buyers, while manufacturers are still clearing inventories built up during the pandemic boom. The CIVD expects the market to recover once the economy improves.

According to the Caravaning Industry Association (CIVD), registrations of new motorhomes and caravans in Germany fell by 3% to 63,329 units in the first seven months of 2026, following a 2.3% decline in the previous year. The drop is attributed to weak economic conditions and unsold inventory from the pandemic boom. Motorhome registrations decreased by 3.3% to 50,118, while caravan registrations fell by 1.9% to 13,211. The Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf, opening August 28, will feature over 830 exhibitors, surpassing the 2025 record of 810.

According to the Caravaning Industrie Verband (CIVD), new registrations of motorhomes and caravans in Germany fell by 3% to 63,329 units in the first seven months of 2026. This follows a 2.3% decline in the previous year, as the post-pandemic boom fades amid weak economic conditions. Manufacturers are also dealing with excess inventory from the pandemic era. The upcoming Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf will feature over 830 exhibitors, surpassing last year's record of 810.

In the first seven months of 2026, new registrations of motorhomes and caravans in Germany fell by 3% to 63,329 units, according to the Caravaning Industrie Verband (CIVD). Motorhome registrations dropped 3.3% to 50,118, while caravan registrations decreased 1.9% to 13,211. The industry cites weak economic conditions and high inventories left from the pandemic boom. CIVD managing director Daniel Onggowinarso expects the market to recover once the economy improves.

In the first seven months of 2026, Germany registered 63,329 new motorhomes and caravans, a 3% drop year-on-year. This marks the second consecutive annual decline after the pandemic boom, when sales surged due to health concerns and travel restrictions. The current downturn is attributed to weak economic conditions, with manufacturers still holding excess inventory from the pandemic era. The industry remains optimistic, with over 830 exhibitors expected at the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf starting August 28, surpassing last year's record.

In the first seven months of 2026, new registrations of motorhomes and caravans in Germany fell by 3% to 63,329 units, according to the Caravaning Industrie Verband (CIVD). Motorhome registrations dropped by 3.3% to 50,118, while caravan registrations decreased by 1.9% to 13,211. The decline follows a post-pandemic slowdown, with weak economic conditions and high inventories among manufacturers. The Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf, starting August 28, will feature over 830 exhibitors and aims to attract at least 250,000 visitors.

In the first seven months of 2026, Germany registered 63,329 new motorhomes and caravans, a 3% drop year-on-year. This marks the second consecutive annual decline after the pandemic boom, when demand was fueled by infection fears and travel restrictions. The weak economy is now weighing on the sector, with manufacturers holding excess inventory. Motorhomes account for the bulk of the market: 50,118 units (-3.3%), while caravans totaled 13,211 (-1.9%).

According to the Caravaning Industrie Verband (CIVD), new registrations of motorhomes and caravans in Germany fell by 3% to 63,329 units in the first seven months of 2026 compared to the same period last year. In 2025, the decline was 2.3%. The weak economy and high consumer spending are cited as reasons. Motorhome registrations dropped by 3.3% to 50,118, while caravan registrations fell by 1.9% to 13,211. The Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf, opening on August 28, will feature over 830 exhibitors, surpassing last year's record of 810.

According to the Caravaning Industrie Verband (CIVD), new registrations of motorhomes and caravans in Germany fell by 3% to 63,329 units in the first seven months of 2026. This follows a 2.3% decline in the previous year, as the post-pandemic boom fades. Motorhome registrations dropped 3.3% to 50,118, while caravan registrations fell 1.9% to 13,211. The industry cites weak economic conditions and high consumer costs. The Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf, starting August 28, will feature over 830 exhibitors and aims to attract at least 250,000 visitors.

According to the Caravaning Industrie Verband (CIVD), new registrations of motorhomes and caravans in Germany fell by 3% to 63,329 units in the first seven months of 2026. This follows a 2.3% decline in the previous year. The drop is attributed to weak economic conditions and high prices, as well as unsold inventory from the pandemic boom. Motorhome registrations decreased by 3.3% to 50,118, while caravan registrations fell by 1.9% to 13,211. CIVD managing director Daniel Onggowinarso views the development as normal and expects a recovery. The Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf, opening August 28, will feature over 830 exhibitors and aims for at least 250,000 visitors.