Innovation: Rhön Camp unveils lateral inflatable pop-up roof

Bernd (59) from Hamburg traveled to the set of ‘First Dates’ in his camper van, hoping to find a partner who shares his passion for camping. During the date with Andrea (39), he recounted stopping on the Rhine and ‘drinking everyone under the table’ at the campsite. Despite both owning a caravan and Andrea being open to touring Europe in retirement, they declined a second date due to differing music tastes: Bernd is a metal fan, while Andrea prefers pop and ‘chic’ outings. The episode airs on VOX at 6:00 PM.

In the Freienhufen district of Großräschen (Brandenburg), a large Roma family has parked their caravans on the former IFA parking lot. Local residents have expressed dissatisfaction, but the city administration confirmed that the stay is temporary and authorized.

In Kiel, Germany, couples in motorhomes competed in a training course focused on maneuvering and parking skills. The event aimed to improve safety and precision in driving large vehicles.

Promobil magazine published a list of 10 frequent motorhome malfunctions and methods for self-repair on the road. Issues include spontaneous draining of the fresh water tank, overflowing gray water tank, and heater failure. For each breakdown, specific actions are provided, such as checking the frost protection valve in case of water leakage.

The new Campingwelt Baden camping center opened in Emmendingen, Germany, drawing around 7,500 visitors over the weekend. The two-story facility sells Carthago motorhomes, includes a workshop and an academy. The project cost 6 million euros.

On the A8 motorway towards Munich, a 21-year-old driver under the influence of alcohol (approx. 1 per mille) collided with a car towing a caravan driven by a 65-year-old man. The caravan overturned and was completely destroyed, with total damage estimated at around 70,000 euros. Traffic was restricted to one lane for three and a half hours. The driver, a Bosnian-Herzegovinian national, faces charges of endangering road traffic.