ADAC Nordbayern warns about overloaded motorhomes: excess weight impairs handling and increases braking distance. In Germany, exceeding the permitted weight of 3.5 tonnes results in a fine and points in Flensburg.
Most EU countries have strict rules. Italy, the Netherlands, and Spain allow a 5% tolerance; Austria and Croatia require immediate unloading. Belgium and Switzerland have the highest fines — up to €20,000 and up to 8 days in prison.
ADAC offers weighing at its test center in Fürth.