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Camping in Germany has grown in popularity: overnight stays have risen by nearly 25% since 2019, reaching an all-time high of almost 50 million in 2025. However, rising demand has pushed up campsite prices. The article offers three tips to save money on motorhome or caravan holidays.
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Camping in Germany has grown in popularity: overnight stays have risen by nearly 25% since 2019, reaching an all-time high of almost 50 million in 202...
Camping in Germany has grown in popularity: overnight stays have risen by nearly 25% since 2019, reaching an all-time high of almost 50 million in 2025. However, rising demand has pushed up campsite prices. The article offers three tips to save money on motorhome or caravan holidays.
Germany — fuel prices
Updated: 15.08.2026
Super E10
$2.48 /l
€2.14 · £1.83/l
138 of 143
pricier than 96% of countries
Super Plus 98
$2.56 /l
€2.21 · £1.89/l
90 of 95
pricier than 94% of countries
Diesel
$2.52 /l
€2.17 · £1.86/l
132 of 143
pricier than 92% of countries
Premium Diesel
$2.83 /l
€2.44 · £2.09/l
39 of 41
pricier than 93% of countries
LPG
$1.28 /l
€1.11 · £0.95/l
50 of 55
pricier than 89% of countries
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Thuringia has about 100 campsites, including motorhome pitches. The average night cost in high season for a family with one child is €34, making it the cheapest camping state in Germany according to ADAC. Prices rose 7% year-on-year but remain below national averages. In 2025, around 830,000 overnight stays were recorded, exceeding pre-pandemic levels.
According to an ADAC price analysis, camping in Hessen is cheaper than in most other German states. A family of two adults and one child pays an average of 37 euros per night during the 2026 summer peak season. This ranks Hessen second among the most affordable camping states in Germany. The price increase in the region was only 2% year-on-year, compared to a national average of 7%.
An analysis by the portal Pincamp has identified the countries with the lowest campsite prices in Europe for 2026. The cheapest night for a family during the high season is expected in Norway (38 euros), followed by Sweden (40 euros) and Germany (41 euros). The most expensive will be Croatia (73 euros), Italy (63 euros) and Switzerland (61 euros). Prices have risen in all 12 analyzed countries, especially in Spain (+15%), Croatia (+12%) and the UK (+11%).
At the CARAVAN SALON 2026 in Düsseldorf, held from August 28 (Preview Day) to September 6, Hall 7 will feature 110 exhibitors from 17 countries. Visitors can learn about various camping destinations, including Iceland, Norway, Australia, and German regions. The program includes presentations by travelers, cooking shows, and screenings of European Outdoor Film Tour films. A day ticket costs 20 euros on weekends and 18 euros on weekdays.
German company Rhon Camp presented the new The Core camper at the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf, based on a standard Mercedes-Benz Sprinter measuring 5.93 meters in length and less than 2 meters in width. Thanks to an aerodynamic high roof made of fiberglass, the vehicle accommodates five full sleeping places, including a separate sleeping area on the 'second floor'. The camper features an induction hob and compressor refrigerator powered by a lithium battery, eliminating the need for gas cylinders. The base version will have a 190-hp engine and automatic transmission, with an all-wheel-drive option increasing the gross weight to 4.1 tons. Prices have not been announced yet.
Bürstner expands its B66 range with the B66 640C, a 6.36-meter camper van featuring twin beds. Standard equipment includes automatic transmission, 16-inch alloy wheels, Lanzarote metallic paint, an exterior awning, and a multimedia system with rear-view camera. The price is €64,490. The beds are 91 cm wide and 205 cm long on the right side, 185 cm on the left. The washroom uses the Vario system, providing a full shower. Options include a Truma Combi 6DE heater, pop-up roof, and leather upholstery. The range also adds the B66 644C with a U-shaped rear lounge and a roof bed.
At the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf, opening August 28, Volkswagen will unveil the ID California Cruise concept, an electric version of its camper van. However, launching such a vehicle faces significant challenges: plant closures, loss of space due to batteries, and a lack of charging infrastructure at campsites. Moreover, the vanlife market remains heavily diesel-oriented, and the hybrid version of the current California sells poorly.
Volkswagen will present the ID. California Cruise concept at the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf (August 28 – September 6), based on the electric ID. Buzz. The project was paused in 2023 due to weight issues affecting range and payload. Technical details are not yet disclosed, but the company plans a family of electric campers by 2028.
A Czech company has introduced a compact sleeping cabin that mounts on a standard trailer. In the Czech Republic, the unit is classified as cargo, so it requires no technical inspection and can be towed by a regular car. In Germany, however, improper attachment could lead to legal issues. Speed limits also differ from neighboring countries.
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