VW ID.Buzz becomes a camper: ID. California Cruise to debut at Caravan Salon 2026

From August 28 to September 6, the 65th Caravan Salon takes place in Düsseldorf, with 830 exhibitors presenting caravans, motorhomes, campervans, and accessories. Highlights include compact models for budget-conscious buyers and luxurious all-wheel-drive motorhomes with enhanced self-sufficiency. In 2023, the show attracted 269,000 visitors from 80 countries; for 2025, organizers expect 249 new products.

The ADAC's PiNCAMP Most Wanted 2026 ranking has named Knaus Campingpark in Leipzig as Saxony's top campsite, featuring an art studio, tattoo parlor and accessible bathroom. LuxOase at the Wallroda reservoir came second, offering a conference box with Wi-Fi and a wellness pool. Campingparadies Talsperre Pöhl in the Vogtland region placed third, with regional products and a bread roll delivery service. The ranking is based on page views on PiNCAMP.de from January 1 to July 31.

Kompanja introduced the Eins Moto version based on the 5-meter Renault Trafic III, allowing a motorcycle to be carried inside the camper. The option includes a ramp with an electric winch for €2,900, a narrow rear extension for €1,100, and a clothing rack for €900. With the motorcycle loaded, the kitchen and pop-up roof remain usable, but sleeping capacity is reduced to two.

The motorhome parking area on Van-den-Berg-Straße in Kleve, right next to the station, is popular with tourists, especially from the Netherlands. They appreciate the central location and the chance to explore the city by bike. However, visitors say not everything on the site runs smoothly.

Ahorn Camp has introduced the A 595 model based on the Renault Master for the 2027 model year. The vehicle is under six meters long and offers four sleeping places. The price starts at 60,400 euros. It will be presented at the Caravan Salon 2026 in Düsseldorf.

In the WDR documentary 'Wir werden Camper', the Boldt family from Osterholz-Scharmbeck, who bought a caravan a year ago without any camping experience, sets off on their first major journey. The route includes a stop at Lake Ossiach and the final destination of the family campsite Union Lido Mare in Cavallino-Treporti near Venice. During the trip, the family deals with checking the weight of the rig, maneuvering with a mover, and other adventures, including a water taxi ride to Murano and a gondola ride through Venice.