ADAC issues essential winter motorhome camping advice

The German automobile club ACV has published a guide with ten key recommendations for winter camping with motorhomes. The tips cover vehicle insulation, protecting water systems, ensuring heating and gas supply, and the mandatory use of winter tires. The guide also advises checking local regulations for winter equipment when traveling abroad, as countries like Austria and Italy have situational requirements for chains or winter tires.

The ACV Automobile Club has issued ten tips for winter camping with motorhomes. Key recommendations include checking vehicle insulation and water systems against freezing, ensuring adequate heating and energy supply, using winter tires, and planning for snow management. The advice is based on technical standards, such as the DIN EN 1646-1 norm for 'winter-ready' vehicles, which certifies heating capability to 20°C at -15°C outside.

Winter camping in motorhomes and caravans requires specific preparations to avoid common errors. The Auto Club Europe (ACE) advises insulating windows with external foil covers and using thermal hoods to prevent drafts. Key mistakes include spontaneous travel to closed campsites, using summer tires, and ignoring snow loads on the roof, which can cause damage.