Fire in Niederkrüchten: Why campsites are fire hazardous

The 30-episode documentary series 'Crazy About Camping' (Season 5) by MDR aired on June 5, 2026. It follows guests and staff at four campsites in Germany: the Alps, North Sea, Lüneburg Heath, and Dübener Heide. Key stories include 75-year-old Erika traveling 250 km in a motorhome to meet her partner, and Gabriele attempting stand-up paddleboarding.

A married couple in Neustadt has filed a request to revoke a building permit for a Tiny House in their neighborhood. The permit was issued in early 2024 and is valid until April 30, 2030. The city legal committee has made an initial decision on the matter.

Crosscamp, a subsidiary of Dethleffs, has introduced the new ELMNT camper van series based on the Peugeot Boxer. The lineup includes four floorplans, three of which feature a swivel bathroom. Starting prices range from €51,499, undercutting many competitors in the segment. Standard equipment includes a 140 hp diesel engine, manual transmission, and GSR2 safety package. However, essential options like the Base Kit (€1,999) and automatic transmission (€3,399) are extra.

In Egestorf, Lower Saxony, firefighters discovered a body while extinguishing a motorhome fire on June 3. The fire broke out around 5:15 a.m. at the motorhome parking area on Ahornweg. Police suspect a technical defect; investigations are ongoing.

LeasingMarkt.de analyzed the leasing market for private individuals in Germany. In addition to cars, motorhomes, caravans, jet skis and motorboats are now available for lease. The average monthly rate for a VW California is around 951 euros, for a jet ski 427 euros. Leasing lowers the entry barrier but does not guarantee savings: insurance, maintenance and mileage limits must be considered.

Business Insider tested foldable solar panels for motorhomes and selected five models that deliver their claimed power. The review includes Dokio 160W, EcoFlow 110W, EcoFlow 160W, Jackery SolarSaga 200W, and Anker Solix PS200. Actual energy output depends on cloud cover, tilt angle, and cell quality.