Camping boom attracts investors — what is changing on the sites
In Germany, 15 million people go camping; overnight stays have risen by 50% in ten years, while the number of sites has remained almost unchanged. Mor...
In Germany, 15 million people go camping; overnight stays have risen by 50% in ten years, while the number of sites has remained almost unchanged. More than four motorhomes compete for each pitch. The massive demand surplus triggers a 'gentrification' of campsites: investors and chains buy up old sites, modernize them, and introduce dynamic pricing. Operators cite higher revenue from tourist campers and the need to refinance investments; experts expect prices to rise further.