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Freya Gill and Charlie Thackwray, both 29, moved into a caravan parked in Charlie's mother's garden to save on rent. After a year in the older caravan, they bought an Elddis Crusader for around €4,800, then in June 2025 switched to a more modern Adria Adora costing €19,000. Living in the caravan allowed them to save nearly €24,000 toward buying land to build a house and farm. Monthly costs include about €180 for the plot, €65 for fuel, €155 for financing and €420 for food; they pay no council tax or water bills, and gas refills cost about €95 when needed.
Adria Mobil presented the 2027 Action Sport Offroad 391 LH travel trailer at the Dusseldorf Caravan Salon. The model features independent suspension, a fully enclosed underbelly, 16-inch wheels with all-terrain tires, and increased ground clearance. The trailer measures 5.9 meters in length, 2.2 meters in width, and 2.75 meters in height, with a maximum permissible weight of 1,500 kg. Prices for the Action Sport Offroad 391 LH start at €33,199, with the display unit priced at €36,970.
CARAVANING has compiled a list of seven tandem-axle caravans aimed at couples. Single-axle models are typically limited to around eight metres in length and two tonnes gross weight; tandem axles allow lengths over nine metres and gross weights from 2.5 tonnes. The selection includes the Adria Alpina 663 HT (8.70 m, 2,500 kg, from 48,190 euros), Fendt Diamant 650 GDW (8.60 m, 2,400 kg, from 59,370 euros), Hobby Prestige 660 WFC (8.33 m, 2,000 kg, from 41,940 euros), Kabe Imperial 630 TDL FK (8.50 m, 2,300 kg, from 93,495 euros), Knaus Nordwind 660 PXB (8.65 m, 2,200 kg, from 49,900 euros), Polar Chimera 650 BQDA (8.55 m, 2,000 kg, from 93,390 euros) and Tabbert Puccini 685 DF Finest Edition (8.94 m, 2,760 kg, from 56,690 euros).
Adria has unveiled the updated Compact 2027 motorhome, retaining a body width of 2.12 metres. For the first time in the narrow range, a DC layout with an island bed is offered. Standard equipment will include a lithium leisure battery, diesel air heating, LED lighting, USB-C ports and the Adria MACH control system. Pricing has not yet been announced.
The 2026 Düsseldorf Caravan Salon showcased new motorhomes, caravans and camper vans. Among the exhibits were the Reisemobile ATventure 1070 motorhome, 10.7 m long on a Mercedes-Benz Actros chassis with a slide-out kitchen and roof terrace; the Dethleffs c.core concept camper van on a Volkswagen Crafter with a lightweight aluminium Necto body; the Beauer X6 caravan with a sliding section that expands width to 3.6 m; the Bürstner Habiton 6.1 camper van on a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter with 4x4; the Norantz IPAR 4 on a Mercedes or MAN chassis; the Westfalia Columbus Liner on a Fiat with an optional SkyLounge pop-up roof; the Rapido V64 on a Ducato; and the Adria Supertwin 4x4 on a Mercedes. Volkswagen presented inflatable modules for the California Beach and the all-electric ID. California Cruise based on the ID. Buzz, with production starting in 2027. Prices: Beauer X6 from €74,990, Bürstner Habiton 6.1 at €78,999, Westfalia Columbus Liner from €83,900, Adria Supertwin 4x4 600 from €128,299.
Neo-NOMAD, based in Aix-en-Provence, offers premium motorhome rentals combined with tailor-made travel planning. The fleet includes Adria Matrix, Adria Compact and Elios 63GX models, all with automatic transmission. A digital roadbook features 162 selected stops and the 'DODO ZERO STRESS' system for overnight halts.
The Caravan Xpo exhibition will be held from September 17 to 20 at X Meeting Point on Hellerudsletta, north of Oslo. It will feature more than 20 motorhome and caravan brands, including Adria, Hymer, Knaus, and others. Organizers expect the on-site camping area to be larger than in previous years. A Caravan.no store will offer accessories and discounts. A day ticket costs NOK 250, a four-day pass NOK 800, and camping NOK 300 per night.
From September 10 to 12, 2026, dealer Libertium Rennes will hold open days featuring 2027 novelties in motorhomes, campervans and vans. Visitors can explore a wide range of vehicles and benefit from exclusive advantages. Additionally, the Adria brand has joined Libertium Rennes, offering models known for quality, comfort and design. The event takes place at ZA Beauséjour, 35520 La Mézière.
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At the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf (August 28 – September 6, 2026), the Baboo One, a folding caravan weighing 280 kg, is presented as an alternative to heavy luxury models like the Adria Alpina (€85,000, 2.8 t) and Tabbert Puccini 750 (€92,000, over 2 t). It can be towed by a small electric car such as the Fiat 500e. During travel, the caravan folds to reduce frontal area, increasing energy consumption by only 15%. When parked, it unfolds to a sleeping area of 2.35×1.35 m, and the roof inflates in two minutes. The price starts at €15,900. Production is limited: about 10 units in 2026, around 50 in 2027. The body is made in Poland, the chassis in Romania, and the tent in Asia. A distributor is already set in the Netherlands, with inquiries from Australia, Tanzania, and the US.
Slovenian company Adria has introduced the Supertwin camper based on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter with permanent all-wheel drive. The model is available in two lengths — 5.93 and 6.96 meters, equipped with a 2.0-liter turbodiesel engine producing 190 hp and a 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission. Ground clearance ranges from 32 to 42 cm depending on configuration. Inside, there are four sleeping places, a kitchen with two burners, an 84-liter refrigerator, a toilet with shower, and an Alde Diesel 4000 D heating system with 9 kW output. Price is around 140,000 euros.
A 2018 Adria Coral XL 670 SP motorhome equipped with an ALDE heating system and water underfloor heating has been listed for sale in Tambov. The six-berth vehicle measures 7.3 metres in length and has a maximum mass of 3,500 kg. The price is 8,490,000 rubles, which is 400,000 rubles below the initial asking price. The odometer reading is 84,544 km.
According to the Swedish Caravan and Motorhome Industry Association, new motorhome registrations in Sweden rose by more than 50% in the first eight months of 2026 compared with the same period last year. The leading brands are Adria, Pilote and Bürstner, with a combined market share of 25%. Bürstner nearly tripled its registrations in a year, while Knaus saw a 10% decline. Caravan registrations also increased, but by only 5%.
Adria Mobil unveiled the redesigned Alpina 663 PT at the Dusseldorf Caravan Show. The single-axle travel trailer is 8.63 meters long and 2.46 meters wide, with a standard sleeping capacity of six and an optional seventh berth. It features a front bedroom, a redesigned kitchen, and a full bathroom. Pricing has not been announced; 2026 models ranged from €42,000 to €45,500.
At the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf, 10 new camper models are presented with prices from €48,900 to over €100,000. Highlights include Adria Twin, Carado CV595 X-Edition and Challenger Sport Edition S114.
In the Netherlands, 575 motorhomes from Adria, Elios and Sun Living have been recalled due to a possible welding defect in the ISOFIX child seat mounts. In a collision, the mount can break, increasing the risk of injury to a child. Owners are advised not to use these mounts until they are checked by a dealer. Worldwide, the recall affects nearly 16,000 vehicles.
Croatia's state inspection (DIRH) recalls campers from ten brands due to a faulty ISOFIX bracket weld, increasing child injury risk in crashes. Some Adria models are also recalled for panoramic roof glass issues.
From August 28 to September 6, 2026, the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf will showcase 2027 model year vehicles. Announced models include Adria Compact DL, Bürstner Signature SMT, Carado T335, Chausson X640, Hobby Prestige T 740, and Phoenix Top Liner 9000 BMLX. Prices: Fendt NEXT 381 starts under €20,000, Crosscamp Elmnt under €54,000, Bürstner B66 640 C from €62,666. Niesmann+Bischoff iSmove will feature standard Fiat Safety Kit, and Truma will launch a gas regulator with crash sensor.
Adria Mobil has unveiled the new Compact Select DC semi-integrated motorhome for the 2027 model year. The 7.19-meter-long, 2.12-meter-wide model features a queen bed with a foldable slatted base, a full bathroom, and a face-to-face dinette. It is available on Citroen Jumper or Fiat Ducato chassis with a 140 hp engine and manual transmission. The debut will take place at the Dusseldorf Caravan Show in late August.
A European recall affects several Adria camper models produced between 2022 and 2026. After damage to the panoramic roof, a window can detach while driving, posing a hazard to other road users. The recall is listed in Safety Gate, with the notification submitted by Luxembourg; the country of origin is Slovenia. Owners are advised to check their vehicle by VIN and type approval with a dealer.
Adria has unveiled an updated Compact motorhome. The model retains its 2.12-meter width but features a redesigned exterior, a revised interior, and a new floor plan with a queen bed. Standard equipment now includes a lithium battery and a diesel air heater. The premiere will take place at the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf from August 28 to September 6.