The 63rd CARAVAN SALON, held from August 29 to September 7, 2025, in Düsseldorf, Germany, once again became the leading trade fair for mobile travel. This event attracted over 250,000 visitors from around the world. With 783 exhibitors from 34 countries showcasing their innovations and current models in 16 exhibition halls and an outdoor area, the fair offered a vast array of products including recreational vehicles of all sizes and price ranges, motor homes, tents, and technical equipment. Visitors could explore a wide range of touristic offerings as well.
This year's CARAVAN SALON will be a focal point for caravan enthusiasts. Exhibitors can sign up now to present themselves in the Travel & Nature section and attract new customers. The fair covers all aspects of mobile travel, including camper vans, premium travel equipment, outdoor technology components, and more. Special themes like StarterWelt provide information on practical aspects of caravaning and are the first stop for beginners.
For those who enjoy DIY projects or want to customize their vehicles, the Abenteuer Selbstausbau program offers presentations from the Explorer Magazine. The TraumtourenKino features live reports from caravan pioneers about their dream trips, taking visitors to various parts of the world. The Travel & Nature CONNECTED program showcases diverse stage programs on interesting travel destinations and outdoor locations.
Children are also well-cared for at the CARAVAN SALON with adventure camps providing fun activities in the outdoor area near Hall 15. Wine routes like Ahrtal offer enjoyable trips through Germany's smallest wine-growing region. E-Bike courses in the outdoor area near Hall 15 allow visitors to test out electric bikes, scooters, and other eco-friendly vehicles.
Being part of the #CaravanSalon community is highly encouraged. Visitors can join clubs that offer weekly chances to win prizes starting from April 20th. One such prize is a foldable solar module from ECTIVE for mobile adventures.
The CARAVAN SALON has a rich history; a British couple started their adventure in 1970 by traveling through 64 countries with over 250,000 kilometers covered. They encourage everyone to share how many kilometers they have already traveled while camping.
The German Alpine Route is recommended for beginners due to its unique natural beauty and cultural attractions along with over 25 castles and monasteries. It starts in Lindau on Lake Constance and ends at Königssee.
Visitors are advised to check which socket has the most remaining money when arriving at Greetsiel campsite. The local café Lilly is highly recommended for its delicious pastries like apple cake.
The new driving license limit of 4.25 tons will come into effect soon; those with a B license can now drive recreational vehicles up to this weight without additional training or testing under certain conditions.
Having a long power cable is crucial when camping; it ensures easy access to electricity at campsites where solar power might not be sufficient due to weather conditions like those in Greetsiel during springtime.
As summer approaches, visitors are invited to share their preferred camping destinations this year—whether staying within Germany or venturing across Europe or even internationally.