Caravanning gains popularity among St. Petersburg residents

The popularity of traveling in motorhomes and caravans has grown in St. Petersburg. Russia has about 32,200 owners of homes on wheels and 322 companies, of which 115 offer rentals. A new domestically produced motorhome costs between 4.5 and 5 million rubles, a used one between 2 and 3 million, and rental starts at 20,000 rubles per day. The development of caravanning is hindered by a lack of infrastructure, but travelers note the absence of strict parking restrictions as in Europe.

Russia has 32,200 motorhome owners, with caravanning growing by 2,500 families annually. A new Russian-made motorhome costs from 4.5–5 million rubles, rental from 20,000 rubles per day. The segment's development is hindered by a lack of campsites: only 464 equipped sites exist nationwide.

In 2026, the Volvo FMX 6×6 motorhome debuted on the Russian market, built on a modified chassis for off-road use. It features electric winches front and rear, Aurora LED lighting, an additional heated fuel tank, and enhanced cabin insulation. The living module includes a living room, bedroom, kitchen with appliances, bathroom with shower and hammam, and two 400-liter water tanks. Power comes from lithium batteries, a solar panel, diesel generator, and inverters, enabling long-term autonomous living.

A vintage Ikarus bus, transformed into a mobile home, is listed for sale in Kirov. The owners are willing to deliver it to Perm or the Perm region. The price for the business, including the retro-styled bus, is 2 million rubles.

Volkswagen has released the Gute-Nacht-Paket for the electric ID. Buzz, converting it into a compact camper for two people. The kit includes a bed frame with a 2.0 x 1.2 m mattress, blackout blinds, a table, two chairs, and ventilation grilles. Software maintains climate control for up to 48 hours, and Vehicle-to-Load provides 230 V power at up to 2000 W. The package costs from €2,600 and is available for all passenger versions of the ID. Buzz.

Vantage Motorhomes has unveiled the Teo 2026, a campervan under six meters long designed for two people with the ability to transform for a third passenger. The model is suitable for year-round use and is aimed at trips across Europe and Russia.