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Overnight stays at German campsites hit a record 44.7 million in 2025. Prices for motorhome pitches rose 32.2% since 2020, while the number of sites remained nearly unchanged.
Camping in Germany is booming but becoming increasingly expensive. In 2025, German campsites recorded 44.7 million overnight stays — an absolute record, 4.2% more than in 2024 and almost 25% above the pre-COVID 2019 figure. Over ten years, overnight stays rose by 50% to 45 million. However, supply has barely changed: around 3,200 sites with 240,000 pitches.
Prices for motorhome pitches have risen 32.2% since 2020, and campsite fees 28.7%, outpacing overall accommodation price growth (26.9%) and inflation (21.9%). Investors are modernising campsites with dynamic pricing and higher comfort, driving up costs. Long-term renters are losing pitches as sites shift to tourist parking. In Saxony, the number of motorhomes has more than tripled in ten years, and driving licence rules are also changing.
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The number of motorhomes in Saxony has more than tripled in ten years. High costs, new driving license regulations and travel trends are now changing ...
The number of motorhomes in Saxony has more than tripled in ten years. High costs, new driving license regulations and travel trends are now changing road travel.
Overnight stays at German campsites have risen by 50% over ten years to 45 million, while supply remains static at about 3,200 sites with 240,000 pitc...
Overnight stays at German campsites have risen by 50% over ten years to 45 million, while supply remains static at about 3,200 sites with 240,000 pitches. Investors are modernising facilities, introducing dynamic pricing and raising comfort levels, pushing up prices. Long-term campers are losing pitches as operators prioritise tourist spots.
In 2025, German campsites recorded 44.7 million overnight stays, an all-time high, up 4.2% from 2024 and nearly 25% above pre-pandemic 2019 levels. Pr...
In 2025, German campsites recorded 44.7 million overnight stays, an all-time high, up 4.2% from 2024 and nearly 25% above pre-pandemic 2019 levels. Prices for motorhome parking spots rose 32.2% since 2020, and campsite fees increased 28.7%, outpacing overall accommodation cost growth (26.9%) and consumer price inflation (21.9%).
Updated: 25.07.2026
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