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A car towing a caravan caught fire on the E134 in Ullensvang, about 100 meters west of the Svandalsflot tunnel. All occupants evacuated safely, and the caravan was detached from the vehicle, with no risk of the fire spreading. The road is closed while police and firefighters respond; no injuries have been reported.
On Friday, a motorhome suffered a blown tire on the E39 near Saglandsvannet in Bjerkreim, blocking the northbound lane. Police sent a patrol to manage traffic, and a tow truck was ordered but lacked the proper equipment. Manual traffic control is in place, and delays are expected, especially with increased weekend traffic.
A motorhome has left the road on the E10 in Flakstad, according to the Nordland Police District. The number of occupants and any injuries are currently unknown. The incident occurred in an 80 km/h zone.
Authorities in Alta, Norway, plan to improve signage in the town center's pedestrian zone after motorhomes were seen driving there. The measure aims to prevent motorized traffic in the pedestrian area.
In Eidsvoll, Norway, a fire truck has been converted into a motorhome. This was reported by the local newspaper Eidsvoll Ullensaker Blad. Details of the conversion have not been disclosed.
Every year, tourists, misled by the name Oslo Camping, arrive in the city center expecting a campsite. Locals and authorities urge a name change to prevent confusion.
Bobilverden.no has put together a circular route through the Norwegian mountains, covering three national tourist roads and five mountains. The route includes Breheimen, Jotunheimen National Park and Jostedalsbreen glacier. The article describes sights, campsites and practical tips for motorhome travellers.
Rissa Skytterlag, though not the largest delegation, brings 16 caravans to Landsskytterstevnet 2026 in Lesja. They occupy a significant area, highlighting their presence at the event.
The municipality of Sarpsborg has set up two new motorhome parking areas: one by Tunevannet lake and one at Sirkustomta in the city center. Each area offers 7–10 spaces depending on vehicle size. The Tunevannet site has a public toilet nearby; the Sirkustomta site has no facilities but is close to shops and restaurants. The initiative is part of the municipality's efforts to improve conditions for motorhome tourists, and feedback from this season will inform future permanent solutions.
A Norwegian family owns several motorhomes parked in a row. They admit that they can sometimes get tired of each other. The article discusses their collection and experience of ownership.
The new Eifelland Relax, based on the Nissan Interstar-e, features a Truma Eezy heater that draws power directly from the traction battery via the vehicle's V2L system. The public premiere will take place at the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf from August 28 to September 6, 2026. Prices start at €89,900. The vehicle comes with an 87 kWh battery, a 143 hp electric motor with 300 Nm of torque, DC fast charging up to 130 kW, and a three-phase 22 kW AC charger. The stated WLTP range of 410 km applies to the base model, not the fully equipped motorhome. Inside, there is a fixed bed measuring 1.90 by 1.60 meters, an induction hob, a sink, and a 90-liter refrigerator. The permissible gross weight is 3.5 tons, leaving a payload of only 435 kg.
The motorhome camp in Flekkefjord is filled to capacity during the holidays. Motorhome veteran Helge Gabrielsen (78) and his wife are enjoying a long weekend in the town, where shopping locally is an important part of the trip. Gabrielsen says he dislikes when other motorhome tourists take advantage of the facilities without paying, emphasizing that everyone should pay their share.
Volkswagen has introduced the Good Night package for the ID.Buzz, allowing two people to sleep comfortably in the vehicle. The kit includes a foldable mattress measuring 1.20 x 2 meters, blackout curtains, a table, two chairs, and ventilation grilles for the side windows. The price is 32,600 Norwegian kroner excluding VAT, about 40,000 kroner including VAT. From 2027, the ID.Buzz will also offer V2L capability and a camping mode.
A motorhome overturned in the Andenes area. According to police, no injuries were reported. Law enforcement was not involved, and no charges were filed.
Tora Ulseth, a Kongsvinger resident who uses the EasyPark and Apcoa apps, says she has received no response from the municipality regarding motorhome infrastructure. Since August 11, 2025, the motorhome parking area at Arkovegen was discontinued, but other municipal lots with one free hour remain. Ulseth also highlights a lack of waste disposal stations, forcing her to drive 30 km to Hanor. The municipality plans to present a tourism plan, potentially including motorhome measures, no earlier than autumn 2026.
Near the Preikestolen trail in Rogaland, motorhomes with foreign plates are occupying road shoulders and parking areas, including waste disposal stations and commuter lots, leading to complaints about unsanitary conditions. The manager of Preikestolen Camping reports finding feces on her property, and the mayor of Strand municipality plans to bring up potential parking restrictions at the autumn council meeting. Similar issues are reported in Lofoten, Senja, Stegastein, and Vøringsfossen, where roadside parking and overnight stays create challenges for traffic flow and safety.
The municipality of Ringsaker has asked the Norwegian Public Roads Administration to approve signs prohibiting overnight parking and sleeping in motorhomes and caravans at the municipal car park by Jessnes beach. The move follows complaints that long-term parked motorhomes occupy spaces needed for day visitors, especially families with children. The consultation deadline is 3 August.
A fire at a campsite in Strömstad municipality, Sweden, completely destroyed a car and a caravan. The incident occurred on July 28, 2026. Details and cause of the fire are not disclosed.
A man in his 40s from Kvindøl faces multiple charges, including driving under the influence of alcohol. In one incident, he got a motorhome stuck in a parking garage in Sandnes because it was too high.
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