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Germany's motorhome fleet grows 8%: essential accessories for travelers

29.04.2026 19:05 1 min 2 sources
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Germany's motorhome fleet grows 8%: essential accessories for travelers
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Germany's motorhome fleet reached 908,000 units, up 8% year-on-year, with coastal regions leading. Experts recommend ten essential accessories for comfortable trips, including a first-aid kit, fire extinguisher, and water purification system.

According to the Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA), Germany's motorhome fleet grew by 8% year-on-year to 908,000 units. Since 2017, the number of such vehicles has doubled. The highest density of motorhomes is recorded in Schleswig-Holstein (19.2 per 1,000 residents), while in Baden-Württemberg, the Ravensburg district leads.

Recommended accessories

For motorhome travel, experts advise having ten essential items:

  • First-aid kit and fire extinguisher
  • Water purification system
  • Extension cord
  • Insect repellent
  • Awning
  • Headlamp
  • Camping stove
  • Folding clothes dryer
  • Portable charger

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