Ahorn CV 560 (2026) tested: all-rounder or compromise?

Ahorn Camp has unveiled the CV 630 Eclipse Edition, a special series based on the Renault Master. The model features Pearl Black paint, 16-inch black alloy wheels developed exclusively for Ahorn, and a matte black awning. The base price is 55,900 euros, with the Eclipse package adding 3,490 euros, totaling 59,390 euros. First deliveries are expected in August, with the world premiere at the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf. Production is limited.

The 'Am Hoschenhof' campsite on the border between Neukirchen-Vluyn and Rheurdt, in operation for about 60 years, is to be closed. The reason is a lack of compliance with fire safety regulations and the high cost of necessary investments, which operator Horst Albertus Konijnenberg says exceed both his financial means and those of most campers. Permanent residence on campsites with primary registration is illegal, although tolerated by authorities and politicians. Residents, including Petra Holste and Nicole Bohra, who have invested heavily in their properties, now face the challenge of finding new housing amid a housing shortage. The municipalities of Neukirchen-Vluyn and Rheurdt have promised support within their limited means, but acknowledge the difficulty. The site must be vacated by December 2029.

German company Sealander has unveiled the world's first caravan that can float and move on water like a small boat. The 469 cm long and 166 cm wide model weighs only 750 kg, allowing it to be towed by a standard car without a special license. The fiberglass-reinforced plastic hull with double bottom is designed for calm waters with waves up to 30 cm and winds up to 4 Beaufort. Inside, there are two seats, a table, and a double bed (205×151 cm), plus options: stove, sink, sound system, solar panels, grill, chemical toilet, and shower. The base price is €39,750, excluding the outboard motor (recommended 5–10 hp), which is sold separately. Orders are open in Europe, with first deliveries expected this autumn.

German company Sealander has introduced a trailer that can be used as a camper and as a boat. The trailer, measuring 4.69 meters in length and weighing 750 kg, can be towed by a small car. On water, it reaches about 10 km/h with a 5-10 hp motor. The base price in Germany is 39,750 euros, excluding the motor.

Phoenix will present two new models at the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf (August 28 – September 6): the flagship Top Liner 9000 BMLX on a MAN TGL chassis and the all-wheel-drive Star 7200 RSL on a Mercedes Sprinter 519 CDI. The Top Liner 9000 BMLX features a refreshed design and starts at €416,000, while the Star 7200 RSL with a rear lounge and bike garage starts at €225,900. Both models come with new LED lighting and a bright interior.

A study by Autotrader identified the three best European road trips for traveling with a dog. The top spot goes to Spain's Costa Brava (125 km, 50 rest stops, 13 open areas, 11 dog parks), followed by the Causeway Coastal Route in Northern Ireland (120 km, 23 rest stops, 17 open areas, 2 parks) and Germany's Romantic Road (286 km, 36 rest stops, 29 open areas, 6 parks). It is noted that dogs must be secured in the vehicle using a harness, grille, or carrier.