CARAVAN SALON showcases the world’s widest range of caravans
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Caravan Salon - Once again, CARAVAN SALON confirms its status as the world’s leading platform for mobile travel, presenting by far the largest selection of caravans.
From compact entry-level models and family-friendly caravans to exclusive premium vehicles and off-road-capable models, visitors to Düsseldorf can experience a variety of brands and models that is unique worldwide.
Top international brands and newcomers present caravan innovations for every type of traveler
Almost all renowned national and international manufacturers, as well as numerous newcomers, are showcasing their latest models and new products. CARAVAN SALON thus offers a unique opportunity to directly compare different vehicle concepts, layouts, and equipment options, experience innovations firsthand, and receive comprehensive advice. "A caravan opens up the freedom to shape your holiday exactly according to your personal preferences—independent, comfortable, and close to nature. Today, modern caravans combine this lifestyle with innovative technology, well-conceived spatial layouts, and increasingly lightweight construction. It is precisely this evolution that makes the caravan a particularly attractive form of mobile travel for many people," says Director Stefan Koschke.
Modern caravans are more versatile than ever
Today, the demands placed on a caravan are as diverse as the people who travel in them. While beginners appreciate compact and easy-to-tow models, spacious family caravans offer plenty of room for traveling together. Comfort-oriented vacationers will find high-quality premium vehicles featuring exclusive amenities, modern design, and innovative technologies. At the same time, robust off-road caravans and self-sufficient vehicle concepts—featuring solar technology, lithium batteries, and intelligent energy management—are becoming increasingly important.
The current generation of caravans impressively demonstrates just how consistently the segment has evolved. Modern materials, innovative energy concepts featuring lithium batteries and solar technology, digital connectivity, and intelligent spatial solutions have transformed the caravan into a contemporary form of mobile travel.
Electromobility is also opening up new possibilities for caravanning. Thanks to modern lightweight construction concepts, many compact caravans can now be towed by a wide range of current electric vehicles—depending on the specific vehicle model and permissible towing capacity. This creates new opportunities for EV owners and underscores the segment's future viability.
A key advantage of the caravan remains its flexibility at the holiday destination: while the caravan stays comfortably parked at the campsite or pitch, the towing vehicle remains available at all times for excursions, shopping trips, or sightseeing tours. At the same time, modern caravans offer a living experience—characterized by spacious living areas, abundant natural light, and intelligent floor plans—that is highly valued by caravanning enthusiasts.
Caravan Salon - The premier marketplace for caravans
The caravan market continues to be influenced by current economic conditions, making the CARAVAN SALON an all-important central meeting point for the industry. It is a place where manufacturers, dealers, and caravanning fans come together directly, laying the groundwork for well-informed purchasing decisions and new business relationships. "The CARAVAN SALON impressively demonstrates the modern face of today's caravans. Walking through the exhibition halls reveals an enormous variety of concepts, features, and innovations—ranging from compact entry-level models to premium caravans. Nowhere else can interested buyers compare and experience the full spectrum of the market so directly. This is precisely what makes a visit to the trade fair a decisive factor in the purchasing decision for many people," explains Stefan Koschke. With numerous world premieres and technical innovations, the CARAVAN SALON is once again providing key momentum for the industry and showcasing the dynamic, continuous evolution of the caravan.
Caravan Salon - StarterWelt Offers Practical Know-How
The "StarterWelt" (Starter World) area, located in the outdoor space between Halls 5 and 9, is specifically designed for caravanning newcomers. The focus is on the safe handling of a caravan rig. Using a real-world setup featuring a towing vehicle and a hitched caravan, experts demonstrate the correct way to hitch and unhitch, offer tips on maneuvering, and teach the fundamentals of safe driving with a caravan. This helps overcome any initial apprehension and makes getting started in caravanning easier.
Freedom, Comfort, and Flexibility
Caravanning represents a form of independent travel free from rigid schedules. Those traveling with a caravan decide their own routes, travel times, and length of stay, combining the freedom of mobile travel with the comfort of a "second home." Modern caravans offer the right vehicle for almost every lifestyle—from compact touring caravans to spacious family models.
With the world’s widest range of brands and models, a unique market overview, and expert advice, CARAVAN SALON remains the premier platform for information and innovation for anyone passionate about caravanning or looking to find the perfect caravan to meet their individual needs.
Tickets and prices for CARAVAN SALON Düsseldorf 2026:
A day ticket for adults costs €20 on weekends and €18 on weekdays; the reduced rate (for schoolchildren, students, and members of the CARAVAN SALON & boot Club or ADAC) is €18 on weekends and €16 on weekdays; and the day ticket for children (aged 6 to 12) is €6 on both weekends and weekdays. Additionally, an afternoon ticket is available Monday through Friday for €12 (valid from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.). Prices for the Preview Day are €39 for adults (€35 reduced); children aged 6 to 12 pay €6.
CARAVAN SALON DÜSSELDORF
With 270,000 visitors from over 80 countries and 810 exhibitors from more than 40 countries in 2025, CARAVAN SALON DÜSSELDORF is the world’s largest trade fair for mobile travel and the most important meeting place for the caravanning industry. CARAVAN SALON 2026 will take place from August 28 (Preview Day) to September 6.
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