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Polish company Tomplan, which has produced transport and recreational products for over 25 years, has focused on trailer caravans for the past eleven years and now sells them across Europe. All models — Mini Tommy, Tommy BD and Tommy — have a maximum permissible weight of 750 kg. The Mini Tommy is available in a basic version and a version with a kitchen; the Tommy BD and Tommy feature sleeping areas, a kitchen with a two-burner hob, a fridge and a full bathroom with shower and Thetford cassette toilet. Standard equipment includes a 32-litre fresh water tank, waste water system, battery, 230V and 12V installations, LED lighting and USB ports; heating is optional. Payload depends on the specific mass of the caravan, limiting how much luggage can be added.
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From 25 to 27 September 2026, the 4th Nadbużański Caravan Rally will take place in Drohiczyn on the Bug River. The programme includes a feast with local delicacies, live music, an open-air cinema, kayaking and tours.
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After the high season ends in September and October, rental prices for motorhomes and caravans drop, but autumn trips require additional spending on heating and technical preparation. Night frosts can freeze unheated grey water tanks and drain batteries, while shorter daylight forces earlier stops. Many campsites close at the end of September or limit sanitary facilities, increasing mileage in search of open service points. For foreign travel, insurance such as Warta Travel is recommended, covering pet treatment up to 5000 zł, and when renting a vehicle, an excess waiver option up to 5000 zł.
Niewiadow has unveiled the N-Cross 3 Black, a compact caravan for three people. The 2027 model measures 5.61 m long and 2.23 m wide, with a body made of insulated sandwich panels with an aluminium outer layer. Inside, two seating areas convert into a double bed of 143 by 205 cm and a single bed of 63 by 199 cm, a kitchen with a two-burner gas hob, sink and 55-litre Dometic compressor fridge, a wet cell with cassette toilet and shower, a wardrobe, a Truma S3004 gas heater, a 100 Ah gel battery and a 30-litre water tank. A digital touchscreen controls lighting and system levels. Black plastic exterior elements distinguish the Black version from the regular N-Cross, but the model is not intended for off-road use.
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Polish manufacturer Niewiadow unveiled the MultiCaravan 5.0 at the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf for the 2027 model year. The caravan measures 6.54 metres long, 2.50 metres wide and about 2.40 metres high, with a five-metre-long cargo area that is two metres wide and 1.90 metres high, allowing two motorcycles or a quad to be carried. The front section contains living amenities: a two-person dinette convertible into a bed, an additional bed above, a wardrobe, a compact kitchen with a two-burner hob, sink, fridge and storage, plus a washroom with a cassette toilet and shower. The rear tailgate folds down as a ramp for loading. The permitted maximum mass is around 2.7 tonnes, requiring a B+ or BE licence. The starting price is approximately €24,990.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.