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VanSky index for Gropiusstadt, Germany — 77 out of 100 (Comfortable). Decide in seconds: temperature, precipitation, wind and solar output. Data refreshed several times a day from real weather observations.
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Gropiusstadt, Germany — VanSky 77 out of 100. Comfortable for a route. Ranked #882 of 1775 cities in the country (as of 19 June 2026). Temperature 34°C, wind 10 km/h. Solar panels yield 2.7 kWh/day at 400 W — enough for full autonomy.
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Gropiusstadt ranks 917 of 1775 cities. Country average VanSky — 73.
Updated: 13.06.2026
Diesel
$2.12 /l
€1.84 · £1.59/l
112 of 132
pricier than 84% of countries
Petrol
$2.20 /l
€1.91 · £1.65/l
121 of 134
pricier than 90% of countries
LPG
$1.33 /l
€1.15 · £1.00/l
46 of 48
pricier than 94% of countries
Bürstner has introduced the Signature partially integrated motorhome on the Mercedes Sprinter chassis. The model is available in two floor plans: SMT 7.0 with twin beds and SMT 7.4 with a queen bed in the rear. Prices start at €94,000, about €14,000 more than the Fiat Ducato version. The motorhome is 20 cm longer (7.35 m) but 4 cm lower thanks to the Alko low-frame chassis, offering improved comfort and stability. Standard equipment includes a 150 Ah lithium battery, 200 L fresh water and 180 L waste water tanks, with optional 120 L cassette toilet and 50 L gas tank. Interior features include a swiveling seating group, sliding sink for shower, kitchen with 140 L drawer fridge and induction hob.
The motorhome parking area at Olgahafen in Damme has officially opened. It offers 44 pitches for motorhomes and 111 car parking spaces. Free parking has been abolished; only 30 minutes of parking remain free of charge. The daily rate for motorhomes has not been disclosed.
Giottiline has introduced the Toscan 69 XF (2027), a partially integrated motorhome measuring 6.99 m in length and 2.32 m in width. Instead of traditional rear beds, it features a spacious lounge area with two longitudinal sofas and a full-width bathroom. Sleeping arrangements include a drop-down bed (145/125 x 190 cm) and a convertible seating area (153/105 x 200 cm). The model is aimed at couples and long-term travelers, but is not suitable for those requiring a fixed rear bed.
Michel Ruggiero, a passionate home pizza baker, plans to compete at the Pizza World Championship in Naples in 2027. In addition to his catering business, he serves pizza to visitors of the Lörrach campsite from his mobile pizza van.
The 'Am Dünengelände' campsite in Zempin (Usedom island) loses 3–4 meters of dune annually due to coastal erosion. Up to 70% of pitches could become inaccessible within a few years. After a petition with nearly 2,000 signatures, a meeting with officials from the Ministry of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern took place. An agreement was reached on sand replenishment, which could start as early as winter.
In Gerolzhofen, Germany, regulations prevent the discharge of wastewater through a road drain at a planned ten-space motorhome parking area. As a result, more car parking spaces will be lost than the city council had hoped. Electrical hookups are planned for the site.
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