Czech Republic

Autumn is a suitable time for stargazing from a motorhome or caravan in Czechia. The country has several certified dark sky areas, including the largest Manětín area (346 km²) and the Beskydy area (308 km²), where overnight spots are available. The Jizera Mountains host the oldest international dark sky reserve, and a fourth zone is planned in Podyjí. Campgrounds and designated parking spots can be found via Park4Night and Bezkempu.cz.

Police in Nový Jičín detained two men suspected of attempting to break into a motorhome. The incident occurred at night in a parking lot, where the men tried to enter the vehicle through a window but were spotted by a resident of a nearby apartment, who alerted emergency line 158. Officers from the special order unit and the local department arrived and detained the suspects shortly after the act, as they were hiding under a van. The men are relatives. A 49-year-old suspect has been charged with attempted burglary and faces up to two years in prison.

EU Directive 2025/2205, which entered into force in October 2025, introduces a special regime for motorhomes weighing between 3.5 and 4.25 tonnes. To drive such vehicles with a category B licence, drivers will need to complete training or a test, with a minimum of seven hours of practical instruction. Member states must adopt national laws by the end of November 2028 and implement them by the end of November 2029. For current owners of motorhomes up to 3.5 tonnes, nothing changes. In Germany, according to BASt, there were 1,139 injury accidents involving motorhomes in 2023, with 64% occurring between May and October. Drivers over 75 are responsible for three-quarters of such accidents.

The South Bohemian region offers caravan and motorhome tourists a combination of nature, historical towns and developed infrastructure. The director of the regional tourism board, Petr Soukup, highlights the region's diversity as an advantage for this type of travel. Options include classic campsites and designated motorhome parking areas, such as those near Trhové Sviny or Bechyně. The area is popular for its Lipno reservoir and Třeboňsko with its cycling routes.

FullVans in Terešov, Rokycany district, converts standard Fiat Ducato vans into fully equipped motorhomes. The process includes insulation, electrical wiring, plumbing, furniture, and testing. Production started in 2022, now about 25 vehicles are completed per month.

The Czech market sees growing demand for micro-campers — compact vans with fold-out sleeping areas that replace full-size motorhomes. The new VW Caddy California starts at 881,235 CZK, while the classic VW California starts at 1.6 million CZK. The price difference ranges from 720,000 to 1.22 million crowns. Options include the factory-built Caddy California, the VANDERER Two module (from €28,999), and the removable Camperkit box (€2,590). These vehicles require a B driving license and lack fixed toilets or showers, increasing reliance on campsites.