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The Alm family from Boxholm, Sweden, is planning their summer caravan holiday. Departure is set for June 17. The route is not yet fixed, but ice cream and warm weather are mandatory. Fifteen-year-old Elmer expressed interest in visiting the Trulli houses in southern Italy. The family's travels are documented on Instagram, where they have thousands of followers.
The Black Beast, a 14-meter caravan with a sauna and underfloor heating, has been on sale in Sweden for over a year at €50,000, down from its original €125,000 in 2008. Its extreme size makes it impractical for most users, limiting campsite access and requiring a heavy tow vehicle. Recent auctions saw bids as low as €14,000.
At Happy farm near Källby, Sweden, along road 44, motorhome pitches, a waffle café, play areas, and a petting zoo are now available. Owners Ulf and Vanessa Karlsson describe the venture as their vacation. The site draws visitors from near and far.
A campsite in Borås, Sweden, has reached its maximum occupancy. Motorhome and caravan owners have occupied all available pitches, leading to overcrowding. The surge is attributed to the growing popularity of mobile leisure travel in the area.
Several countries, including Switzerland, Austria, and Germany, have issued warnings about thefts and attacks on tourists sleeping in motorhomes and caravans at parking lots in southern and western Sweden. Particularly vulnerable are rest areas along the E6 route, areas near the ports of Malmö and Trelleborg, and the vicinity of Gothenburg. Authorities recommend using guarded campsites, hiding valuables, and storing documents separately.
On Friday afternoon, rescue services responded to a report of a motorhome emitting smoke. The call came in just before 3:00 PM from drivers on the E4 between Måttsund and Gäddvik. Upon arrival, rescuers found no fire; the vehicle was stopped and inspected.
The German Foreign Office has updated its travel advice for motorhome users in Sweden, noting that break-ins and attacks on campsites are 'not uncommon'. It recommends staying only at guarded campsites and using extra locks on vehicles.
The Black Beast, recognized as the world's largest caravan, has been on sale in Sweden for over a year without finding a buyer. It is a one-of-a-kind unit that has had multiple previous owners. Despite a relatively low price, potential buyers are deterred by logistical challenges: towing requires a powerful truck, and storage needs a dedicated space. The story gained traction due to the paradox that record size and affordable price do not guarantee commercial success.
In Timmernabben, Sweden, between 5:00 PM on June 2 and 1:45 PM on June 3, 2026, the door lock of a parked motorhome was damaged. The interior was found in disarray, but no theft has been confirmed. The incident is classified as vandalism, with a possible attempted burglary. The victim is an 85-year-old man.
A motorhome and an A-tractor collided on highway 23 south of Linköping on Thursday afternoon. The road was blocked. No details on casualties have been released.
Toca Västkusten AB was registered on June 3 in Billdal, Kungsbacka municipality. The share capital is 25,000 SEK. The board member is Tobias Caskie, 52. The company will broker and sell boats, motorhomes, caravans, cars, motorcycles and accessories, as well as charter, winter storage, service and repair, and organize events in maritime, vehicle and culture sectors.
Emergency services responded to a fire at a campsite adjacent to the Sweden Rock festival. The blaze broke out in a caravan parked in the visitor area. No injuries have been reported.
A caravan with an annex was completely destroyed by fire at Bönnäset camping in Eda municipality, Sweden. The blaze spread to nearby units and forced the relocation of gas cylinders. A municipal inspection report had previously flagged overcrowding and excessive extensions as fire hazards at the site.
A Swedish court sentenced a woman to one year in prison for aggravated animal cruelty. The case involved seven dogs kept in a caravan at a campsite in Piteå. During an inspection in November 2024, six of the seven dogs were found in poor condition, including severe emaciation and pain. The woman denied guilt, claiming she was helping aggressive dogs, but the court ruled the living conditions unsuitable.
The German Foreign Office has updated its security section for Sweden, noting that car break-ins and attacks on motorhome and caravan owners are not uncommon, even on official campsites. This is not a travel warning but a routine update to standard travel advice. Specific regions mentioned in media reports are not included in the official document.
The German Foreign Office updated its travel advisory for Sweden, noting increased thefts and attacks on motorhome and caravan owners, including on official campsites. It recommends using guarded campsites, additional locks, and keeping documents separate.
The municipal council of Värnamo, Sweden, has approved a proposal to expand parking infrastructure for motorhomes. The plan encourages private operators to establish new sites, while the municipality will not run camping facilities itself. The decision follows a survey showing growing demand and issues with unauthorized parking at recreational areas.
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In the early hours of Wednesday, a caravan was completely destroyed by fire near Kjula, east of Eskilstuna. The cause is unknown.
The Halle and Hunneberg destination with Bergagården has invested in motorhome parking spots but prohibits caravans. CEO Robert Stenberg explained that the decision is not theirs but follows regulations from the Västra Götaland County Administrative Board, which has banned caravans on the plateaus for decades. The land is owned by Sveaskog, and the parking area by Fastighets AB Vänersborg. HalleHunneberg is a non-profit municipal company; all surplus goes back into maintaining trails, grills, and shelters.
The unique Black Beast caravan, recognized as the world's largest, has been on sale in Sweden for over a year without finding a buyer. Despite a relatively low price, there is no demand.
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