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On 11 September at around 15:50 in Sanka, Poland, a Fiat camper van carrying foreign travellers caught fire. The driver smelled burning, stopped on the shoulder, and all occupants exited safely. A passing man also noticed the fire and alerted emergency services. Fire crews from OSP Zalas, OSP Sanka and OSP Tenczynek, as well as police, responded to the scene. According to preliminary information, the likely cause was a short circuit in the batteries. No one was injured and no medical assistance was required.
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Authorities do not allow motorhomes to park near the western breakwater of the Vistula Spit canal. The area is part of a technical road and port infrastructure where construction and camping are prohibited. The Sztutowo commune proposed hotels and a marina there but was rejected. Unofficially, the restrictions are linked to the canal's defence functions.
September 21 marks 60 days since the publication in Dziennik Ustaw of a law exempting passenger cars towing caravans with a gross combination weight over 3.5 tonnes from tolls on national roads. The new issue of Polski Caravaning includes an article on anti-corrosion protection for motorhomes and tests of the Dacia Duster Hybrid-G 150 4x4 and Mercedes Marco Polo.
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WDR will broadcast a 45-minute episode of "Wir werden Camper" on 12 September 2026 at 16:15. It follows Anna and Stephan from Münsterland as they travel by pickup with a spacious living cabin on the cargo bed to Poland's Baltic coast, where they can overnight anywhere.
At the 2026 Dusseldorf Caravan Salon, Polish manufacturer Niewiadow introduced the N-Cross 3 Black, a three-person travel trailer designed for couples or small families on a budget. The single-axle trailer sits on a braked AL-KO chassis with shock absorbers and corner stabilizers, measures 5.61 m long, 2.23 m wide and 2.53 m high, and has a maximum permissible weight of 950–1,000 kg, upratable to 1,050–1,300 kg. Standard features include two dinettes converting into beds for three, a kitchen with a two-burner gas cooktop, a fridge, a wet bathroom, a 30-liter freshwater tank, a 5-liter Truma TT2 electric water heater, a Truma S30004 gas heater, a 100Ah gel battery, and double-glazed windows. The base price starts at €23,400.
Polish manufacturer Niewiadow presented three new caravan models at the Caravan Salon 2026 trade fair: the N-Venture, N-Cross 3 Black, and MultiCaravan 5.0. The N-Venture is a compact off-road caravan measuring 3.94 m long, 2.00 m wide and high, with a 140×200 cm sleeping area, priced from 14,990 euros. The N-Cross 3 Black is a conventional caravan 5.61 m long, 2.05 m wide and 2.53 m high, with three berths, priced from 23,395 euros. The MultiCaravan 5.0 is a twin-axle caravan 6.54 m long, 2.50 m wide and 2.40 m high, featuring a rear garage for two motorcycles, with a starting price of around 25,000 euros for the 2027 model year.
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A caravan caught fire on a private plot in Dłużyna (Włoszakowice commune). During extinguishing, two gas cylinders exploded. Six fire brigades arrived. At the site, firefighters found over a dozen camping gas cylinders and several 11 kg cylinders. Two caravans and nearby equipment, tools, and engines were burned or damaged. Losses estimated at about 20,000 zlotys. Preliminary findings suggest improper use of electrical devices and installations as the likely cause. No one was injured.
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A 67-year-old from Gniewino commune is accused of stealing from a camping trailer between July and September 2026. Damage exceeds 7,000 zloty; some items recovered.
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A camper park with eight pitches has been built in the Polish town of Sztum on an area of about 2,000 m². The total cost of the project was around 600,000 zloty, of which about 100,000 zloty covered Camper System infrastructure, with the rest spent on utilities, surfacing and site development. The site is equipped with a year-round Camper Drop Pro service column for grey water disposal, cassette toilet emptying, fresh water intake and automatic pitch rinsing, plus two electrical columns with individual metering and cashless payment. The town plans further expansion and a full campsite.
Polish manufacturer Flexicube has unveiled the Hermitainer, a container-based tiny house with a slide-out section, which the company claims is the world's only such model. When transported, it measures 12 meters in length and 2.5 meters in width; after hydraulic extension, the width increases to nearly 5 meters. The model features a 800-liter fresh water tank, a photovoltaic system, and a 5 kW diesel generator. Prices start at around 400,000 euros, with final costs depending on custom specifications. The Hermitainer was exhibited at the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf.
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Niewiadow unveiled the 2027 MultiCaravan 5.0 at the Dusseldorf Caravan Salon, a restyled version of the Sportcaravan. The trailer can haul two motorcycles or a quad, and includes sleeping quarters, a kitchen, and a bathroom. The cargo area measures 5 meters long, 2 meters wide, and 1.9 meters high. Curb weight is 1,640 kg, gross vehicle weight is 2,740 kg. Starting price is €25,000.
In the documentary series 'My Van Life', lawyer Lisa travels across America in a self-built camper van. Due to a hurricane, she changes her route and meets owners of mobile homes in the southern US states. Soon she learns of her father's death. The episode was produced in Australia in 2021 and runs 34 minutes.
Niewiadow presented the N-Venture 2026 model at the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf — an off-road caravan measuring 3.94 meters in length and 2 meters in width, weighing less than 600 kg. The starting price is below €10,000, making it one of the most affordable in its segment. The caravan features independent suspension, off-road tires, a kitchen unit with a gas stove and refrigerator, and sleeping space for two. The maximum permissible weight is 1,000 kg.
Polish company Mini Domy has introduced the Mini Casa 300x700, a towable home measuring 7 meters in length and 3 meters in width, exceeding standard road transport limits. The interior spans 27 square meters and includes a kitchen with induction hob, living area, full bathroom with shower, and two sleeping lofts. The price has not been disclosed.
Polish manufacturer Affinity has introduced two new standard floor plans for camper vans: the 599 with a transverse bed and the 636 with twin longitudinal beds. Both models come standard with three sleeping places, and with an optional pop-up roof (around €7,000) they can accommodate up to five people. Prices start at €78,410 for the 599 and €79,600 for the 636. Standard equipment includes a 135 Ah LiFePO4 leisure battery, Truma Combi 4E heater, driver assistance systems (ACC, blind spot monitoring) and a 10-inch navigation system.
The authorities of Piotrków Trybunalski are analyzing the creation of a municipal camper service point. The proposal was raised by councilor Dariusz Cecotka, who noted that the lack of such infrastructure fails to attract tourists. A preliminary location has been chosen near the Słoneczko bathing area, between Miast Partnerskich and Morsów streets. Technical details are scheduled for discussion on August 27, 2026, and external funding options will be explored.
Poland's Ministry of Infrastructure has responded to a parliamentary inquiry, stating it does not plan to introduce separate, lower rates for motorhomes with a permissible gross weight above 3.5 tonnes in the e-TOLL system. The ministry cites EU Directive 1999/62/EC and the 'user pays' principle, under which the fee depends on weight, not the purpose of the trip. However, from September 21, 2026, an exemption from electronic tolls will apply to trailers towed by passenger cars with a weight below 3.5 tonnes, affecting about 99% of tourist vehicles. Owners of heavier motorhomes, numbering around 2,200 in Poland, will continue to pay the same rates as trucks.
The National Caravan Rally 'End of Season at the Campground' will take place from September 25 to 27, 2026. The program includes campfire entertainment with a DJ, sports competitions for adults and youth, including beret throwing and the 'Jarząbek Arm Wrestling Championship', as well as games for younger participants. Both club-affiliated and unaffiliated crews may attend. Participation costs are according to the campground's price list, payable on site.
Construction is underway at the Piachy reservoir in Starachowice, including new buildings, a 25-meter pier, sports courts, and a camping zone with hookups for motorhomes. The project, worth over 7.7 million zlotys, is co-funded by EU funds and the state budget, with completion expected by the end of 2026. The beach is closed this season due to works, with free entry to summer pools offered instead.
Caravans were stolen from the site of a former bakery in Ińsko. The mayor reported the incident to the police. A 22-year-old local resident admitted to the theft and indicated where one of the caravans could be found; it was recovered. The second caravan was destroyed in a fire. The suspect faces up to 5 years in prison.