Camping on Lower Saxony coast cheaper than abroad

Unknown persons stole a grey Citroen motorhome from a driveway on Büssemfeld in the Rahser district of Viersen during the night to Thursday. The vehicle bears the registration VIE-N 524. The criminal investigation department 2 in Dülken is handling the case and asks witnesses or anyone with information on the vehicle's whereabouts to call 02162/377-0.

According to an analysis by camping company Pincamp, a family overnight stay at a campsite in Lower Saxony during the low season averages 34 euros, 12% less than in summer. Across Germany, the off-season discount averages 11%, with the largest reduction in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern at 24%. Only Schleswig-Holstein (31 euros), Thuringia (32 euros) and Mecklenburg-Vorpommern (33 euros) are cheaper than Lower Saxony, while the national average is 36 euros. Outside Germany, low-season prices drop more sharply: by 53% in Croatia and 38% in Italy and Spain.

German company Dethleffs has introduced its new premium Graneo line, with the first model, the Graneo A 6823-2, built on a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis. The motorhome measures 7.98 m long, 2.35 m wide and 3.42 m high, and is powered by a 190 hp engine paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission. It has a kerb weight of 4,190 kg and a maximum permissible mass of 5,500 kg. Standard equipment includes a 325 Ah LiFePO4 battery, a 3,600 W inverter and a 220 W solar panel. Options include a second battery for $5,500, a solar system for $2,100 and a ceramic toilet with macerator for $3,900. Water capacity comprises 232 litres fresh and 222 litres grey. The starting price is $187,000, rising to over $220,000 with all options.

Promobil magazine conducted a comparative test of eight lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries designed for under-seat installation in motorhomes based on the Fiat Ducato. The tested models had capacities ranging from 200 to 350 Ah. The tHEnergy Bat Pro 325 US won with 80 out of 100 points and a 'very good' rating; its price is 1985 euros. Second and third places went to the Bulltron Polar 350 Ah (76 points, 1844 euros) and Renogy Pro 200 Ah (75 points, 1064 euros).

Caravan manufacturer Hobby is preparing for the Caravan und Co 2026 trade fair in Rendsburg. Visitors will see two updated caravan ranges, Excellent Edition and Prestige, as well as new floor plans for the Prestige T motorhome.

Bürstner has unveiled the Habiton HM/HMX 6.0, a Mercedes Sprinter-based camper van measuring 5.90 m with a sliding bathroom on rails. Prices start at €74,999 for the HM 6.0 and €88,999 for the all-wheel-drive HMX 6.0. The HM 6.1, with a transverse bed and gas-free concept, is available from €79,999. An optional heated pop-top roof adds two sleeping places for €6,990 plus €450 for extra insulation. Toilets are offered at extra cost: Porta Potti for €250, dry separation toilet for €790, or Clesana X1 for €1,290.