Alpes-de-Haute-Provence upgrades camper van sites; winter camping in the Alps gains popularity

A plan to build a campsite with around 50 pitches in Bergern, Austria, has been rejected by the local council. Seven council members voted against initiating the zoning procedure, with two abstentions. The project's initiator, innkeeper Alfons Baldinger, expressed disappointment, noting the campsite was intended as a project for his son. Earlier, residents had raised concerns about noise and increased traffic.

The Schweiger dealership in Tyrol has launched The Bullishow concept, Europe's largest VW-Bus center. The site has delivered over 15,000 vehicles, offers test drives and personalized consultations. Most models, including California and Multivan, are available immediately without long wait times.

The Tyrolean government required the city of Kufstein to review the status of motorhome parking at Fischergries. The city adopted a new regulation, justifying the need for motorhome parking outside official campsites.

In Austria, a caravan owner reported significant damage to their trailer during a mandatory technical inspection (Pickerl). The incident occurred at a service station where an error during the inspection process caused substantial mechanical damage. Details of the circumstances and extent of the damage are being clarified.

The Olachgut campsite in Austria celebrated its 40th anniversary and received the 'Europaplatz' certificate from the European Camping Federation. Over four decades, the site grew from three plots on a sour meadow to a successful tourist destination, hosting around 800,000 guests annually. Owner Heimo Feiel attributed success to quality services and sustainability.

On June 4, a caravan was stolen in Unterhaching while a 43-year-old man was sleeping inside. He noticed the thieves when they hitched the caravan to a vehicle and immediately alerted the police. Officers quickly apprehended the suspects, who were also attempting to steal a second caravan. The total value of both vehicles is €15,000. Three suspects aged 28, 43, and 45 are in custody.