Brakel expands motorhome parking but introduces fees

On Wednesday around 3:00 PM in Wijgmaal, a 15-year-old cyclist collided with a parked motorhome on Wijgmaalsesteenweg and fell to the ground. The teenager suffered a bleeding head wound and was taken to UZ Gasthuisberg. The motorhome was parked on a driveway, with its front part slightly protruding onto the bike path.

About a hundred caravans illegally occupied private land in Fumal, while 150 caravans took over an airfield in Fayence. Authorities are negotiating and planning to take action.

Motorhome sales in Belgium have grown by 40% over seven years, reaching 5,000 units last year. The country ranks third in Europe for motorhome density per capita. The average buyer age has dropped from 59 to 55. Key selection criteria: trip type (short or long), passenger count, budget, and payload capacity (up to 3.5 tonnes with a standard driving license). Experts recommend renting different models before purchasing.

An article from RTL Info examines the key differences between motorhomes (self-propelled) and camper vans (vans). Key criteria include budget, layout, fuel consumption, and storage conditions. The piece helps potential buyers determine which type of vehicle suits their needs.

Late Saturday night in Gingelom, Belgium, three friends rescued a 75-year-old man and a 55-year-old woman from a burning VW camper. The woman was trapped in a partially scorched sleeping bag. The fire started around 11:15 PM, likely due to a faulty diesel heater installed under the bed. Fire extinguishers on site allowed the fire to be contained before firefighters arrived.

Wallonia, the southern region of Belgium, has introduced a six-day itinerary for motorhome travel. The route includes the cities of Tournai, Namur, Dinant, Bouillon, and La Roche-en-Ardenne, as well as natural attractions such as the Han-sur-Lesse caves. Stops at local beer and chocolate producers are included.