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Signs prohibiting campervan traffic have been installed in a large part of the resort town of Palanga. A family from Vilnius arriving in a campervan encountered the restriction. Resort officials say the signs are intended to prevent campervans from entering residential areas and coastal forests, which are not suitable for recreation with such vehicles.
A BNS article published on Infoerdve.lt describes a model in which owners rent out their unused motorhome through the service Kemperiai 365. The owner's annual income is stated at 8,000–11,000 euros excluding VAT, while a new mid-range motorhome costs 55,000–75,000 euros including VAT, with lease payments of 600–750 euros per month (7,200–9,000 euros per year). At a daily rate of 120–180 euros and 100 rental days per year, gross revenue would be 12,000–18,000 euros, but the source does not disclose administration fees, personal-use conditions, insurance excess or liability for wear, so profitability is not guaranteed.
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On September 1, 2026, between 5:00 PM and 10:00 PM, a camper with license plate OP198 was stolen on Laukų Street in Tirkšliai, near the Baltic Petroleum gas station. The value of the stolen property is 17,800 euros. Security cameras recorded the camper being towed away during the day by a light-colored van. Police ask anyone with information to contact +370 700 61724, +370 677 77424, or 112.
Economists report that buying a home in Lithuania is becoming increasingly difficult not only in Vilnius but also in other regions. While real estate may sound appealing, a home on wheels allows one to relocate one's residence. Delfi reviews what the Lithuanian motorhome market offers.
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A Toyota HiAce has been converted into an off-road camper using running gear from a Land Cruiser 200, including four-wheel drive with low range and locking differentials. The vehicle features reinforced suspension, 300 mm of ground clearance, 35-inch Toyo Open Country tires, steel bumpers, underbody protection, a winch, and a snorkel. Inside, it has a power-operated pop-up roof, a sleeping area, a fold-out sofa, a pull-out kitchen with an induction hob, a fridge, an air fryer, a portable shower, and a 275-liter water tank. Power comes from a generator and a 200 Ah battery.
On Wednesday, a pre-trial investigation was launched at the Mazeikiai district police commissariat over a camper theft committed on Tuesday. According to preliminary police data, the camper, valued at 16,000 euros, was parked near the Baltic Petroleum gas station in Tirkšliai. On Tuesday at about 1 p.m. it was still in place, but by 10 p.m., when its owners returned, it was no longer there. Suspects are being identified; this year, five vehicle thefts have been registered in the district (only two by September last year), including one car theft.
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On Tuesday morning, firefighters responded to a fire in a frame garage in Dercekliai village, Priekulė eldership. The garage was already engulfed in flames, and the roof of one bay collapsed. A camper, a Toyota car, a BMW motorcycle, a Vespa scooter, and household items were destroyed. In an adjacent garage, walls were damaged and a camper was scorched.
Jurgita Skučaitė, a traveler from Lithuania, shared her experience of solo travel in a camper she built herself. She said the main challenge was not loneliness but understanding herself. Her first camper took several months to build, and she now travels the world without feeling the need for constant company.
In Lithuania, the sharing economy model 'Kemperiai 365' is gaining popularity, allowing camper owners to rent out their vehicles when not in use. According to the company, a new mid-range camper costs 55,000–75,000 euros plus VAT, but buying through a company and renting it out allows VAT recovery. Monthly lease payments range from 600 to 750 euros, while annual rental income is 8,000–11,000 euros (excluding VAT), covering expenses. The program includes full management, KASKO insurance, and inspections after each trip.
Between Aug 13 18:00 and Aug 14 08:00 in Naujoji Akmenė, a camper and garden tools were stolen. Damage: 4038 euros; investigation launched.
Polish border guards stopped a Fiat Ducato camper with Lithuanian plates in Suwałki, driven by a 42-year-old Latvian citizen. During inspection, a VIN plate overlay was found, and database checks revealed the 2019 motorhome had been stolen in Denmark. The driver also presented fake Latvian driving documents. The man and vehicle were detained, and an investigation has been launched.
A family from Vilnius complained that Palanga has installed signs banning camper traffic, preventing them from reaching a private plot in Monciškės. The resort's authorities say new signs were placed in Šventoji and near the forest, at the request of the forestry service, to protect nature and prevent illegal parking. Foresters note that campers damage the forest floor and call for the development of campsites.
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On Thursday evening a storm hit southern Lithuania, damaging forests and endangering holidaymakers. On Friday morning employees of the State Forest Enterprise (SFE) rushed to a campsite at Lake Veisiejai where campers were cut off by fallen and broken trees. According to preliminary data, the storm felled and broke about 8,000 cubic metres of timber in southern Lithuanian forests, with pine forests in Druskininkai and Varėna forest districts suffering the most damage. Clean-up work continues and the SFE urges people to avoid the worst-affected forests.
On Wednesday, August 5, a fire broke out at a car dealership on Liepu Street in Klaipeda, destroying a Cantara caravan by Dutch company Chateau and damaging two cars. The fire was extinguished by 14:48, and a 10-liter gas cylinder was removed from the caravan. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
On Monday around noon, a camper van burned down in the Kaišiadorys district of Lithuania. The fire also damaged an outdoor kitchen that caught fire from the flames.
The average price of a new camper in Lithuania has increased from €48,000 to €78,000 (excluding VAT) over five years, a rise of more than 60%. According to data from the company 'Kemperiai 365', the buyer profile has shifted: more people over 60, who have sold their homes or businesses, are buying premium campers for extended winter trips to Spain or Portugal. Premium German brands such as Malibu Carthago, Hymer, and Adria are gaining popularity. Modern engineering allows fully integrated campers to stay under 3.5 tonnes, making them drivable with a standard B-category license. High-end campers depreciate by only about €4,000 per year.
On the evening of July 26, firefighters received a report of a camper van on fire on the 61st kilometer of the Kaunas–Marijampolė road, near Grigaliūnai village, Kazlų Rūda municipality. The Fiat Ducato camper was fully engulfed in flames upon arrival. The vehicle and all household items inside were completely destroyed. The driver was identified as a German citizen. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
On July 25 at approximately 18:34, a Fiat Ducato camper van belonging to a German citizen caught fire and was completely destroyed on the A5 Kaunas–Marijampolė highway at the 61st kilometre near Grigaliūnai village. Firefighters extinguished the open flames; the vehicle and its contents were lost. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Lithuanian designer Viktorija Jakučinskaitė and her husband have purchased a 2002 motorhome. In an Instagram video she showed the interior: a bedroom with a double bed, a kitchen with stove and microwave, and a living area seating six. Jakučinskaitė said she wants to travel year-round, but her husband disagrees. The family previously rented similar motorhomes in Italy.
Experienced camper Kristina from Kaunas says that preparation for a trip to nature depends on its duration. For one night, it is enough to have a place to sleep and make coffee, but for longer trips the list of necessary items expands significantly. She advises starting with the essentials and gradually adding to the list as you gain experience. Recommendations are also given for choosing a tent, sleeping gear, clothing, food and water, as well as the '10 essentials' principle for safety.