Whether alone or with the family: camping and vacation trips in a motorhome are all the rage. Because short and spontaneous vacations can be realized particularly well with a camper, especially in times of the corona pandemic. You can find out which models are available and what to look out for here.
Vacation in a motorhome: These models are particularly popular
With a Camper you can make spontaneous short trips in the vicinity, or take long tours across Europe. No wonder that the rolling holiday homes are so popular. We’ll introduce you to a few different types.
- Campers or vans are often very cheap to get. With craftsmanship you can create a “bully“You can also expand it yourself and design it according to your own wishes. A real trend has now developed from this. There are numerous sample videos, ideas and instructions on the Internet. How comfortable the bus will be is up to you.
- At the alcove it is a mobile home with sleeping space above the driver’s cab. Usually this is an additional bed, because the dining area can also be converted into an alcove for sleeping. There are compact models, but also very large alcove vehicles.
- So-called Semi-integrated vehicles (TI vehicles) correspond to the classic image of a mobile home. The driver’s cab corresponds to the original model, while the living space is attached. These vehicles are quite compact, but mostly have a kitchenette, camping toilet and wet room.
- At Fully integrated mobile homes (or simply called integrated), the driver’s cab does not stand out from the rest of the motorhome. The vehicle is virtually built from a single source. There is no visible boundary between the cockpit and living space. These models are often very comfortably equipped, but also very bulky.
Which motorhome type suits you
There is a suitable motorhome for every camping enthusiast. We’ll give you a little guidance on which model could accompany you on your next vacation.
- Campers and box vans are particularly suitable for young singles and couples. The The rooms are often quite cramped, the kitchen rather functional and a wet room usually not available. But you have no problem maneuvering even on narrow streets and you can find one everywhere parking space.
- Self-made camper vans are particularly suitable for individualists. Disused sprinters or bullys are often very cheap to get. However, manual skills are absolutely essential here. Depending on the expansion, the TÜV must also give the green light.
- Alcove models are particularly suitable for families with children. Because thanks to the berths above the cabin, these offer plenty of space for the little passengers. However, the larger alcove vehicles in particular are anything but suitable for the city. But they are ideal for camping holidays.
- Semi-integrated motorhomes offer a lot of comfort and have plenty of storage space. These models are a good choice, especially for couples who like to travel together. In addition, they are easy to control, which is particularly advantageous if you are traveling with the motorhome for the first time.
- The driving dynamics of the integrated ones are a little trickier. These are often so large that they can no longer be driven with a normal car driver’s license. On the other hand, these rolling luxury vehicles can hardly be surpassed in terms of comfort. Retired people in particular often choose this type of motorhome.
- Motorhomes are usually diesel vehicles. But now there is also Models with electric or hybrid drive. With such a mobile home you can reduce your ecological footprint. However, these vehicles also cost as much as a home.