Construction begins on new motorhome parking area in Salsomaggiore Terme
Work has started on a new motorhome parking area on Via Bottoni in Salsomaggiore Terme (Parma). The project aims to enhance the town's tourist infrastructure.
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Tuscany by camper: a personal travel account
The author recounts a 10-day trip through Tuscany with her husband and his grandparents in a camper. This is her third visit to the region, following earlier short stops and a train trip. The article highlights the convenience of traveling with a home on wheels, enabling stays in places unreachable by plane.
UCA: 20 years of unfulfilled promises for a motorhome area in Taranto
Stefano Censini, national president of the Unione Club Amici (UCA), denounced that Taranto has lacked a modern, equipped motorhome parking area for 20 years. He stated that authorities complain about improper parking but fail to provide a regulated space. Censini noted that similar facilities are built quickly in other cities, while in Taranto the designated site is used for events. UCA proposes a year-round parking area that could also serve as a support point for civil protection.
Test drive of Carthago chic c-line I 4.9 LE in Valtellina
PleinAir magazine tested the Carthago chic c-line I 4.9 LE motorhome on a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis with AL-KO frame, driving from Lake Como to Valtellina. The vehicle, just over 7.5 m long and under 230 cm wide, handled curves and climbs well but due to its size (requires C1 license) cannot access all narrow roads. Highlights include a heated double floor, a rear garage with 350 kg capacity, and a bicycle mounting system.
Atlantis Carbon 4x4: motorhome with carbon body and club-like interior
Italian manufacturer Atlantis has unveiled the Carbon 4x4, based on a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter with all-wheel drive. The motorhome features a carbon-fibre monocoque body and an interior finished in dark wood and leather, reminiscent of a classic club. Unlike many off-road models, the focus is on materials and customisation rather than extreme capability. The vehicle is set to debut at the Caravan Salon.
Gioia del Colle plans camper parking area near former slaughterhouse
The municipality of Gioia del Colle (Bari) has initiated the procedure to approve a zoning amendment for a camper parking area on the site of the former municipal slaughterhouse. Interested parties may submit observations until July 31, 2026.
Trigano motorhome production drops, temporary contracts not renewed
At the Trigano plant in Cusona (San Gimignano), daily production is expected to fall from 25–26 to 21–22 units. Of the 74 fixed-term contracts expiring at the end of July, 40 to 50 will not be renewed. Unions Fiom Cgil and Fim Cisl noted that this pattern occurs annually, linked to the seasonal slowdown before August holidays and autumn trade fairs.
From the Camper Show to the 38 Castles of the Duchy: the journey continues
Visitors to the Salone del Camper in Parma (12–20 September 2026) can extend their trip by following the route of 38 castles of the Duchy, covering Parma, Piacenza, Reggio Emilia and other areas. September events include evening walks, festivals, tastings and guided tours, accessible to motorhome travellers. A map of camper areas is available for planning.
Temporary post office in Picerno placed in a camper, residents complain about waiting in the sun
Unions Slc Cgil Basilicata and Uil Fpc Basilicata expressed concern over the situation in Picerno, where the post office was temporarily moved to a camper due to building maintenance. According to them, there are no shaded waiting areas or seating, forcing elderly and other residents to wait long periods under the sun in high temperatures. The unions requested an urgent meeting with Poste Italiane and the mayor to address the issue.
Porto d'Ascoli: illegal caravan camp cleared
Local police and carabinieri in Porto d'Ascoli cleared nine caravans that had been parked illegally for over a week in front of the Tonic gym. The law allows a maximum stay of 48 hours, but the vehicles had been there since the previous Thursday. Officers found clotheslines, chickens roaming the asphalt, and piles of rubbish. The camp was dismantled and the occupants were told to leave San Benedetto del Tronto.
Five days in Tuscany by motorhome: a route through rivers, hot springs and mountains
The author describes a five-day trip through Tuscany by motorhome with two dogs. The route included a hike along the Elsa River, a visit to the roofless Abbey of San Galgano, a beach in the Rimigliano Natural Park, the Cascate del Mulino hot springs in Saturnia, and Lake Vagli with a suspension bridge. Overnight stays were at free parking areas and a campsite.
Arborea: Camper area abandoned and in complete decay
In Arborea, Sardinia, the camper parking area along the west coast road (Strada 26 Ovest) is abandoned and in a state of decay. Opposition councillor Valeria Manca filed a query to Mayor Manuela Pintus and the municipal council, highlighting non-functional essential services and the area's general unusability. Manca demands explanations for the technical and administrative causes, verification of the lease with Controllo Domotica Srl, and urgent restoration and cleanup. Answers are expected at the council meeting at 19:30.
Cagliari: Wild camping at Poetto and pine forest used as sewer — no fines and zero controls
A resident of Cagliari reported an illegal motorhome encampment on Poetto beach, with dozens of vehicles parked without authorization for days and waste being discharged into the pine forest. According to the report, local police confirmed the area is not a designated parking or stopping zone, but no action has been taken, while car drivers are fined for similar violations nearby.
ONDA Retrofitting configurator: make a motorhome smart without rewiring
AL-KO Vehicle Technology Electronics has launched the ONDA Retrofitting Product Finder, an online configurator for motorhomes equipped with AL-KO VTE, CBE or Nordelettronica electrical systems. The tool identifies a retrofit kit that adds remote battery and tank monitoring, GPS tracking, lighting and temperature control without replacing the existing wiring. The system is modular: users can start with basic functions and add modules later. The configurator is now live on the official website.
German musician records techno track using sounds from Etrusco motorhome factory
Musician Jonas Holland, known as After Cooking, recorded a techno track using only industrial sounds from the Etrusco motorhome production plant in San Casciano, Tuscany. He captured noises from drills, sanders, and other machinery, assembling them into a rhythmic piece without synthetic sounds. The YouTube video received positive feedback, with some viewers calling it the best advertisement for the brand.
Common rules for motorhome and drone owners in Italy
Italian publication Dronezine notes that many motorhome owners also use drones to film their travels. Since December 2019, liability insurance for drones has been mandatory in Italy, even for models under 250 grams, except for toys without cameras. Pilots must register on the D-flight portal and comply with UAS zone restrictions (no-fly zones near airports, prisons, crowded places). Drone insurance from Dronezine starts at €24.90 per year.
Quartu: Illegal campers removed from Molentargius Park
Park rangers and forestry officers evicted an illegally parked motorhome from the Molentargius wetland park in Quartu. The occupants had set up camp near the Via Don Giordi entrance, hanging laundry and placing tables and chairs. The violation was reported by park visitors. Similar incidents have occurred before, both in the park and along the coast, where motorhomes and tents occupy public spaces without authorisation.
Lake Garda camping network promotes conscious outdoor holidays
Lago di Garda Camping, a network of 20 campsites and holiday villages around Lake Garda, positions outdoor holidays as a conscious choice combining deceleration, nature experience and sustainability. The network offers glamping tents, designer mobile homes and VIP pitches, and implements solar panels, water-saving technologies and waste separation. Some campsites, such as Fornella Camping & Wellness Family Resort and Camping Bergamini, have obtained sustainability certifications and awards, including the ADAC sustainability prize.
Cortina d'Ampezzo tightens controls on camper van parking
The municipality of Cortina d'Ampezzo announced stricter measures against illegal camping after another incident of degradation caused by a van parked in the city. The council reports litter, sewage, and irregular parking, but also highlights the limitations of current regulations, which make it difficult to fine motorhomes when they are simply parked. In the coming days, checks will be intensified with the support of the provincial police, especially on the Dolomite passes.
Rave party on Lake Trasimeno: tents and motorhomes on a beach between Magione and Torricella
Magione municipal councillor Giacomo Sottili reported an unauthorised rave party on a beach between Monte del Lago and Torricella, which started on the evening of 11 July. The site featured stages, sound systems, lights, tents, motorhomes and caravans. Police and carabinieri intervened to prevent escalation. Sottili urged the municipal administration to identify the beach owner and enforce maintenance obligations.