The lockdown is history – but the camping dream drives on

Even after the end of the pandemic, van life remains an integral part of the German travel and lifestyle. While registration numbers for motorhomes and caravans are declining again in many countries, Germany remains the European leader with a slight increase in new registrations in 2024. Individually converted panel vans, which combine flexibility and comfort, are particularly popular. Despite regional differences in regulations and challenges such as high occupancy rates at hotspots, one thing is clear: van life remains in demand – as a flexible, nature-oriented, and communal alternative to traditional vacations.