Foreign Tourists Spent Easter in Camper Vans at Muddy Volcanoes

Motorhome owners have occupied the banks of the Olt River in the Sibiu area, installing toilets and setting up improvised camps. Anglers complain that public fishing areas have become inaccessible, while the fishing association states it lacks authority to regulate camping. During the fishing ban from April 9 to June 7, violators face fines up to 10,000 lei.

ARI Motors released a camper van the size of a regular van — and it's now Germany's smallest production electric camper at €30,000. JAL decided its passengers hadn't traveled enough and offered a sequel: a motorhome pickup straight from Narita. The lawsuit against Stellantis over "cheat" diesel software, a yellow DHL van in the hands of a retiree, and 413 million campsite overnight stays across Europe — all in this issue.

Spanish publication CarWow has presented a camper concept based on the Dacia Jogger, named Adventure. The proposal includes a modular design with a kitchenette, folding work surface, 20-liter water tank, and a bed for two. The estimated conversion cost is 27,000–30,000 euros, positioning it as a more affordable alternative to models like the Volkswagen California.

Romania lags significantly behind the EU average for overnight stays in campsites and motorhomes. In 2025, the country recorded only 312,239 overnight stays, accounting for 1.05% of total tourist accommodation nights, while the EU average exceeds 13%. Interest among Romanians in this type of holiday has not increased over the past decade.

Spain set a motorhome registration record — and immediately tightened the rules. On Mallorca, 150 caravans took over a sports complex car park because renting a flat costs more. Solar Butterfly returned from a solar-powered trip around the world, and Bryansk promises a camper for 3.9 million roubles — in this issue.

Boho Camper Vans has introduced the Buttercup motorhome based on a Ram ProMaster chassis, designed for off-grid living. Key features include a red cedar interior, a full kitchen, a standard-size bed, a 500-watt solar panel, a Starlink antenna, a 3000-watt inverter, and a water system with a 125-liter tank.