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Experts list 12 typical beginner camping mistakes and publish a 9-step guide to planning a motorhome trip, plus a checklist for post-winter preparation. In Italy, motorhome registrations rose 10.56% in 2025.
With spring, camping season has begun. Experts identified 12 common beginner mistakes: overpacked luggage, lack of meal planning, late arrival at campsites, and ignoring campsite reviews. In Switzerland, 1 million camping visits were recorded in 2023.
A practical 9-step guide to preparing a motorhome trip has been published. Key stages: choosing the trip type, selecting the right motorhome, building a realistic route, checking documents and insurance, booking campsites, budgeting, packing minimal luggage, monitoring weather, and being ready for changes. The author emphasizes that thorough preparation reduces risks and costs without sacrificing spontaneity.
A separate checklist covers preparing the motorhome for the first trips after winter storage. In Italy in 2025, registrations of such vehicles rose 10.56%, with over 44,000 new and used units purchased.
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The camping season has begun, with experts highlighting typical rookie errors. Key issues include overpacking, poor meal planning, late arrivals at ca...
The camping season has begun, with experts highlighting typical rookie errors. Key issues include overpacking, poor meal planning, late arrivals at campsites, and neglecting reviews. Swiss campsites recorded 1 million visitors in 2023.
A practical guide outlines nine steps for organizing a motorhome trip. Key stages include defining the travel style, choosing the right motorhome, bui...
A practical guide outlines nine steps for organizing a motorhome trip. Key stages include defining the travel style, choosing the right motorhome, building a realistic itinerary, checking documents and insurance, booking stops and campsites, setting a budget, packing only essentials, monitoring weather, and staying flexible. The article emphasizes that thorough preparation reduces risks and costs without eliminating spontaneity.
The publication is a guide for preparing a motorhome for first trips after winter storage. In Italy in 2025, registrations of such vehicles increased ...
The publication is a guide for preparing a motorhome for first trips after winter storage. In Italy in 2025, registrations of such vehicles increased by 10.56%, with over 44 thousand new and used units purchased.
Updated: 13.06.2026
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In 2025, over 44,000 motorhomes were sold in Italy, with new registrations up 10.56%. The country remains Europe's third-largest producer but faces a shortage of parking areas and issues with tourist discipline.
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In 2025, nearly 8,000 motorhomes were registered in Italy (+10.6%). European motorhome tourism involves 20 million tourists. The Ministry of Tourism allocated €25.7 million for infrastructure. The Parma Salon showcased 2026 novelties, including a €820,000 motorhome with a Mini garage.
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Italy's motorhome market is worth €8.5 billion, with over 50% of users under 35. Registrations rose 10.56% in 2025, and the Parma fair will showcase over 600 vehicles.
In Schio (Vicenza province), 8 to 10 motorhomes have been permanently stationed at Piazzale Pubblici e Spettacoli and the via Istria parking lot, prompting resident complaints about litter and misuse of green areas. Fratelli d’Italia councilors Alex Cioni and Gianmario Munari filed three inquiries to the mayor, noting that social services were unaware of seven minors in these families, and the school service had not verified their attendance. Cioni and Munari demand enforcement of Article 41 of the local police regulations banning camping in public spaces, and coordination between police and social services.
Italian manufacturer Laika has introduced the new Ecovip Titanio motorhome series, built on the Fiat Ducato chassis. The models feature a grey-toned exterior, eco-leather and walnut veneer interior, and the MyLaika SCU system for remote control via app. The layout includes two sleeping areas, a kitchen with Fenix countertop, and high-density XPS insulation suitable for cold climates.
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Former councillor Elena Marin and the local Lega branch report a shortage of waste bins, toilets, and green space maintenance at the camper area on Via del Marchesato, 16, reducing its appeal to tourists.
A new motorhome parking area has been completed in Lambioi, Belluno. The facility accommodates 12–14 vehicles with a maximum stay of 48 hours. It includes toilets, showers, and dedicated columns for electricity and water. Management will be handled by Bellunum.
The municipality of San Severino Marche has reintroduced paid parking on the Canfaito plateau during peak tourist periods. A daily fee of €5 will apply to cars, motorhomes, and camper vans on selected dates in August, October, and November. The measure aims to reduce littering and damage, as well as to protect the local ecosystem. Motorcycles and vehicles for disabled persons are exempt.
The PATT Pinzolo group submitted motion 05-2026 regarding the creation of a motorhome parking area in Alta Rendena. The document is under review by local authorities. Details of the proposal have not been disclosed.
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