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Camper checks in Germany: dozens of violations and free inspections

20.07.2026 15:11 2 min 4 sources РУС
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Camper checks in Germany: dozens of violations and free inspections
Original source: onetz.de

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Police checked motorhomes on highways: in Chemnitz 26 violations, in Brandenburg 15 overloads. In Schwandorf no issues found.

On Friday, police conducted a raid on the A4 motorway in Lichtenau near Chemnitz, checking 22 motorhomes, 17 cars with trailers, and 3 small vans. The focus was on technical condition and loading. 26 violations were found, including 13 cases of overload (maximum 260 kg for a motorhome and 210 kg for a trailer), 3 cases of insecure cargo, and 3 expired inspections. Police offer free voluntary checks for motorhomes by appointment.

In Brandenburg, with the start of summer holidays, police are conducting targeted checks at the Fläming-Ost rest area. Of 54 vehicles checked, 15 were overloaded, two had technical defects and were banned from continuing.

In Schwandorf, highway police held a control day for motorhomes: more than 30 vehicles were checked, no violations found.

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Police check motorhomes on A4 near Chemnitz: 26 violations found

20.07.2026 TAG24 DEU Original source

Police conduct motorhome check and offer free inspection

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Motorhome inspection day in Schwandorf: no violations found

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Brandenburg: Police check motorhomes on highways as summer holidays begin

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