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ANWB released winter storage tips for caravans, while Roermond police shared fire safety advice. The Netherlands saw a record 636,693 registered campers and caravans.
As the official camping season begins, owners are retrieving caravans from winter storage. ANWB advises on storage preparation: check insurance, choose covered storage, compare prices, drain water systems, safely store gas cylinders and batteries, clean and ventilate.
Roermond police recommend fire safety measures: install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, place a fire extinguisher, use camping-rated appliances that consume less energy.
Last year, Dutch campsites welcomed over 5.6 million guests (+9% year-on-year), and the number of registered campers and caravans hit a record 636,693.
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ANWB has published recommendations on choosing a storage facility and winterising a caravan. Key tips include checking insurance, opting for covered s...
ANWB has published recommendations on choosing a storage facility and winterising a caravan. Key tips include checking insurance, opting for covered storage, comparing costs, draining water systems, safely storing gas bottles and batteries, cleaning, and ensuring ventilation.
Police in Roermond have issued recommendations to reduce the risk of fire in caravans and motorhomes. Key measures include installing smoke and carbon...
Police in Roermond have issued recommendations to reduce the risk of fire in caravans and motorhomes. Key measures include installing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and placing a fire extinguisher. It is advised to use camping versions of household appliances, which consume less power and are better suited for campsite use.
The official camping season starts next week, with owners collecting caravans from winter storage. Dutch campsites received over 5.6 million guests la...
The official camping season starts next week, with owners collecting caravans from winter storage. Dutch campsites received over 5.6 million guests last year, a 9% increase from the previous year, while the number of registered campers and caravans reached a record 636,693 units.
Updated: 25.07.2026
Super E10
$2.82 /l
€2.48 · £2.12/l
138 of 140
pricier than 98% of countries
Super Plus 98
$3.14 /l
€2.76 · £2.36/l
92 of 94
pricier than 97% of countries
Diesel
$2.80 /l
€2.46 · £2.10/l
139 of 141
pricier than 98% of countries
Diesel Special
$3.01 /l
€2.65 · £2.26/l
40 of 41
pricier than 95% of countries
LPG
$1.26 /l
€1.11 · £0.95/l
52 of 55
pricier than 93% of countries
CNG
$1.93 /l
€1.70 · £1.45/l
13 of 15
pricier than 80% of countries
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