Increased radar control evasion for intoxicated drivers in Westerwald, surge in motorhome ownership nationwide
Motorhome Ownership in Rhineland-Palatinate Remains Popular
Motorhome ownership in Rhineland-Palatinate continues to be popular, with the region's attractive natural landscapes, vineyard areas, and camping culture drawing in many leisure travellers. Germany, as a whole, has one of the highest rates of motorhome ownership in Europe.
While specific and current statistics on motorhome ownership and usage in Rhineland-Palatinate are not readily available, it is generally known that the region's destinations, such as the Mosel valley and Eifel region, attract a significant number of motorhome users.
To obtain up-to-date official data, one would typically consult the Rhineland-Palatinate state government's statistical office or publications from the German Caravaning Industry Association (CIVD) specifically addressing motorhome ownership and usage for 2024-2025.
In other news, Rhineland-Palatinate is participating in increased speed checks this week, aiming to ensure road safety. The number of campers in the state has almost doubled from 2017 to 2024, reflecting the growing popularity of camping holidays.
Meanwhile, FC Kaiserslautern is looking for redemption as they host FC Schalke 04 at the Betzenberg on Saturday evening at 20:30. All 16 federal states have school holidays this week, providing a much-needed break for students.
In a different development, Andreas Zimmer, a train driver, has undergone therapy after witnessing a suicide on the tracks 15 years ago between Mainz and Ludwigshafen. The most important sentence from his psychologist was "You are not to blame."
Elsewhere, a workshop in a residential area in Haßloch was completely burned out on Sunday morning, causing an estimated damage of around 150,000 euros. A man was slightly injured and had to be taken to the hospital with suspected smoke inhalation.
Finally, NATURE ONE 2025 celebrated its 30th anniversary this weekend at the Hunsrück, attracting 60,000 ravers who partied day and night on the former rocket base Pydna near Kastellaun.
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- Despite the popularity of motorhome ownership in Rhineland-Palatinate, there is currently no specific data on motorhome usage in sports-related or crime-and-justice related contexts within the region.
- In other news, while NATURE ONE 2025 celebrated its 30th anniversary with 60,000 attendees, general news coverage includes increased speed checks for road safety and a workshop fire incident in a residential area of Haßloch.
