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The city of Lucerne will provide up to 30 additional motorhome pitches at the Lido campsite starting at Easter. The pitches will only be available when the main campsite is fully booked and cost 40 francs per night, including access to showers and toilets, as well as afternoon parking.
TCS builds new campsite in Three-Lakes Region
TCS is creating a replacement for the closed Gampelen campsite in the Three-Lakes Region. The La Tène site will feature 107 pitches for motorhomes and caravans, plus 32 glamping cabins. By 2027, TCS aims to open around 400 new pitches across three locations.
Bern tightens parking rules for motorhomes and private parking space owners
The authorities in Bern plan to revoke blue zone parking permits for motorhome owners and individuals with access to private parking spaces starting in 2027. The new regulations, under public consultation until April 30, aim to shift vehicles from public to private parking areas. Enforcement will be carried out by the police.
Bern tightens parking rules for motorhomes and caravans
The city of Bern has proposed new regulations for resident parking permits. Owners of motorhomes and caravans will no longer be eligible for such permits. Furthermore, permits will be denied to residents who have a private parking space.
Couple from Frümsen has lived in a tiny house for over two years
Residents of the Swiss municipality of Frümsen have been living in a tiny house measuring 7 by 2.5 meters for more than two years. They report that this lifestyle does not feel constricting to them.
Couple from Frümsen enthusiastic about tiny house living
Residents of Frümsen, Switzerland, have been living in a tiny house for over two years. They state they did not anticipate such a high level of contentment from life in a small space.
Fire at campsite in Wagenhausen damages caravans and bungalows
A fire broke out at a campsite in Wagenhausen, Thurgau, Switzerland, damaging several caravans and bungalows. The incident occurred on Saturday morning, with no injuries reported. Preliminary estimates place the material damage at over one hundred thousand Swiss francs. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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Camper starts fire while burning weeds, causes nearly million-franc damage
A Frenchman has been convicted for a fire at a campsite in Winterthur. The man attempted to burn weeds with a portable gas torch but accidentally ignited a hedge, leading to several caravans catching fire and gas cylinders exploding. The damage is estimated at 948,000 Swiss francs.
St. Gallen to offer motorhome overnight parking from April
A temporary facility for motorhome travelers is planned on the Platztor site in St. Gallen. An association is setting up three parking spaces as interim use before construction work begins in 2029. The project is considered a test initiative.
Family moves into mobile tiny house in Winterthur
A father and son received permission to place their caravan on the temporary use site "Campo" in Winterthur. Legal parking spaces for mobile tiny houses are extremely rare in the area. The interim use project will remain until 2027.
Swiss Vignette Cost for 2026 and Rules for Motorhomes
The annual Swiss vignette price for 2026 remains unchanged at 44.50 euros. It is mandatory for vehicles and trailers up to 3.5 tons on motorways, while heavier motorhomes are subject to a separate flat-rate heavy vehicle charge.
Controversial tiny house in Burgdorf relocated to a legal site
A tiny house used as a dwelling, which caused controversy after the Burgdorf elections, has been moved. It is now legally situated on Bernstrasse street.
If Homer Simpson had designed a camper car, it would have been like this six-wheeled Cadillac with a...
In 1978, Swiss designer Franco Sbarro created a mobile office based on a Cadillac Eldorado for Saudi businessman Joseph E. Adjadj. The vehicle, over seven meters long and weighing nearly three tons, featured four large seats, desks, telephones, a refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a TV, but no beds or kitchen. The project remained a single prototype, as it was considered too large, expensive, and ahead of its time for an era without remote work culture.
Swiss-built MOWAG DURO 6x6 expedition motorhome offered for sale
A privately-owned expedition motorhome based on a 2006 MOWAG DURO 6x6 chassis is listed for sale in Switzerland. The vehicle, converted into a living space in 2023, features permanent 6x6 all-wheel drive, two sleeping berths, and is equipped with a diesel heater, solar panels, and lithium batteries. The asking price is CHF 245,000 (approx. €263,000), and it is available immediately.
Switzerland Road Trip | Practical Tips for Cars and Caravans from the Field
A traveler shares practical advice for a winter road trip in Switzerland with a 4x4 caravan. Key recommendations include using winter or all-terrain tires year-round, carrying snow chains, and being aware of high speeding fines and unpredictable mountain pass closures. The article also suggests using apps like Park4Night and iOverlander to find overnight stops.