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IMTEST tested the Forster V 599 VBL camper van based on the Citroën Jumper. The six-meter van priced at €54,040 received a rating of 2.9 ("satisfactory") due to cramped bunk beds up to 1.9m long and outdated base technology lacking a rearview camera.
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IMTEST tested the Forster V 599 VBL camper van based on the Citroën Jumper. The six-meter van priced at €54,040 received a rating of 2.9 ("satisfactor...
IMTEST tested the Forster V 599 VBL camper van based on the Citroën Jumper. The six-meter van priced at €54,040 received a rating of 2.9 ("satisfactory") due to cramped bunk beds up to 1.9m long and outdated base technology lacking a rearview camera.
Germany — fuel prices
Updated: 08.08.2026
Super E10
$2.55 /l
€2.21 · £1.89/l
136 of 140
pricier than 96% of countries
Super Plus 98
$2.65 /l
€2.30 · £1.97/l
89 of 93
pricier than 95% of countries
Diesel
$2.60 /l
€2.25 · £1.93/l
135 of 141
pricier than 95% of countries
Premium Diesel
$2.94 /l
€2.55 · £2.18/l
39 of 40
pricier than 95% of countries
LPG
$1.27 /l
€1.10 · £0.94/l
50 of 53
pricier than 92% of countries
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Mecklenburg-Vorpommern 89In China, car camping cut hotel revenue by 8.2%. Also: the Nissan Interstar-e Relax electric camper at €89,900 and an overnight ban in Llandudno.
Two years on the road with a cat named Zhuzu — and not a single day of wanting to go back. We break down life in a camper van: where to find water, how heating works, what to do about electricity, and where to look for overnight spots. 7 countries, hundreds of places, and an honest account — from the mountain roads of Turkey to the coastline of Montenegro.
Comprehensive review of all RV and camper toilet types: cassette, portable, gravity, vacuum, macerating, dry flush, sealing, incinerating, composting and separating. Comparison of models, consumables, installation and annual costs.
German publication IMTEST has tested the partially integrated Forster T 699 EB motorhome. Based on a Citroën Jumper with 140 hp, the model is designed for four people and offers a spacious interior, but features a compact kitchen and bathroom.
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German publication IMTEST tested five compact camper vans ranging from 5.4 to 6 meters in length. The Forster, Hymer, Sunlight, Volkswagen, and Weinsberg models were evaluated for living comfort, equipment, and road handling during a multi-day camping trip.
Five compact camper vans, ranging from 5.4 to 6 meters in length, were tested for comfort and drivability. The Forster, Hymer, Sunlight, Volkswagen, and Weinsberg models were evaluated on equipment, connectivity, driver assistance systems, and livability for four people.
Along the A3 motorway, from the Dutch border to Austria, 21 stopover sites for motorhomes have been identified. All are located so that the detour does not exceed 25 minutes round trip. Options include free lakeside parking, winery stops, and dealer sites with service facilities.
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles and Stuff Bubble will present inflatable kitchen and bed modules for the California Beach at the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf (August 28 – September 6, 2026). The kitchen weighs less than 10 kg, the bed 12 kg (double) or 6 kg (single). The system allows the van to remain a six-seater while offering up to four sleeping places. VW also announced the electric ID. California Cruise based on the ID. Buzz, with details to follow.
According to an ACSI study, 90 out of 10,000 European campsites are adults-only. Their number grew by 41% in five years, from 64 in 2021. Most are in the UK (40), the Netherlands (23) and France (13). Germany has four, in Rhineland-Palatinate, Bavaria and Brandenburg. Eight of the 90 sites also ban dogs. Family camping remains popular: family showers increased by 25%, indoor playgrounds by 9%, and water playgrounds by 44% since 2021. German courts have allowed private campsites to exclude children.
The camping.info app helps find available campsites across Europe and book them directly. It lists over 23,000 campsites and 18,000 pitches, with nearly 2,200 in Germany. A live availability system is being rolled out gradually, enabling operators to manage occupancy and travelers to see real-time availability.
German camper converter SpaceCamper from Darmstadt has created four variants of the Volkswagen Caravelle to mark its 20th anniversary, involving about 350 owners in the design process. The most notable is the Classic+Dog version, featuring a dog bed in a cutout of the main bed, with a ramp, spill-proof water bowl, shower, and ventilation with temperature monitoring via smartphone. Other versions include the Classic+ Bike for carrying bicycles and the Classic+ 6.Sitz with an extra removable seat. A toilet-equipped model will be unveiled at the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf at the end of August.
In Varel, unknown perpetrators broke into a motorhome parked on Emil-Heeder-Straße since late July. The incident was discovered on Monday afternoon. The thieves pried open a door, searched the interior, and stole cash. Police are seeking witnesses and ask to call 04451 923-0.
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