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Camping boom brings risks: overloading, technical ignorance and beginner mistakes

05.06.2026 05:06 2 min 4 sources
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Camping boom brings risks: overloading, technical ignorance and beginner mistakes
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In Brief

The growing popularity of motorhomes and caravans comes with serious issues: from overloading and lack of driving skills to technical errors. Police and ADAC warn about the consequences.

Camping boom and new risks

The number of overnight stays at campsites reached 43 million in 2024, doubling in 20 years. According to ADAC (2023), 21% of the German population over 16 are into camping, with 47% of them under 40. However, this growth is accompanied by an increase in accidents and incidents.

Main issues

  • Overloading. Police in Göttingen at the 'Caravaning-Day' highlighted the risks of exceeding the permitted 3.5 tonnes (for category B driving licenses). Overloading impairs handling and braking. Visitors were offered free weighing and reaction tests.
  • Technical ignorance. Beginners often do not know how to operate gas valves, refrigerator fans and other systems. In one case, a Facebook user received prompt help from the community.
  • Typical mistakes. ADAC warns about insufficient pre-trip vehicle checks, ignoring dimensions and lack of driving practice. It is also important to know local rules: wild camping is banned in many European countries, including Italy and parts of Austria.

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