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Caravan Salon Opens in Düsseldorf With Record 810 Exhibitors

Camping demand is rising despite a slight dip in new vehicle registrations.

Overview

  • The ten‑day fair runs from 29 August to 7 September and is billed by organisers as the world's largest show for motorhomes and caravans.
  • A record 810 exhibitors from 41 countries are spread across 15 halls after drawing more than 250,000 visitors last year.
  • Show highlights range from a newly developed 1,000‑kg caravan starting at €18,900 to a three‑axle luxury motorhome that can exceed €2 million with options.
  • An electric motorhome study on display targets roughly 240 km of range and incorporates renewable materials such as flax and corn.
  • Industry figures cite 42.9 million campsite overnight stays in Germany in 2024 and more than one million registered motorhomes, while January–July new leisure‑vehicle registrations fell 3.5% year over year.