Traveling with a mobile home is again in vogue this year.
Anyone who has never driven such a vehicle should know a few things.
A mobile home is much larger than a conventional car.
If you are driving for the first time, there are a few things to keep in mind.
Here you can find out what is important when driving and generally when traveling with a motorhome.
Anyone who has never sat behind the wheel of a mobile home should not only consider the size of the vehicle.
Where can I park and stay overnight?
Which driver's license do I need?
Is there a special speed limit for motorhomes?
Travelers should know this and many other things before they set off.
Traveling with a motorhome: what driver's license does the driver need?
Before you start your journey, you should of course know whether the driving license is sufficient for the mobile home?
That depends entirely on the vehicle.
The following factors are decisive:
For vehicles
under 3.5 tons,
the class B driver's license is sufficient
A C1 driving license is required
for vehicles
up to 7.5 tons .
Those who received their
driving license before 1999
(class 3) are allowed to drive in both classes.
What do you have to pay attention to when driving the mobile home?
Clarifying the driver's license is only the first step.
Because in practice, driving a mobile home requires some practice.
Driving on the Autobahn
is still quite easy, as it always goes straight ahead.
If you want to change lanes, you should definitely consider
the length of the vehicle
and only cross it if you are completely sure.
It should also be borne in mind that only the exterior mirrors are available to the driver.
Driving
in a motorhome is a bit more challenging in built-up areas - especially when
turning and reversing
.
The golden rule here should be: be patient and be careful.
If you rent a
mobile home
, you will usually receive detailed instructions before you set off.
A test drive under guidance should take away the first fear.
You also get all the information about the gas bottle, power connection, fresh water and waste water, toilet, shower cubicle, galley and lift bed.
The expert also explains the best place to stow your luggage and secure the load.
In addition, the load limit should also be taken into account*, as the limit can be reached quickly here and fines can be imposed.
If you still feel unsafe, you can improve your driving style with a
special driver safety training
course.
Various organizations offer special driver training, including the ADAC.
If you want to practice something alone, you can also look for a large and preferably empty parking space - a passenger is still recommended.
Where can I park and stay overnight with the mobile home?
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If you want to stay overnight in a mobile home, it is best to look for a suitable parking space.
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A motorhome offers a lot of flexibility, but can I just park the vehicle
on the side of the road and stay there overnight
?
It's not that easy, as certain regulations of the Road Traffic Act apply.
Parking is possible for a shorter period of time - specifically
no longer than ten hours
.
But even then, no camping furniture may be set up or an awning may be pulled out.
So there is no way around an approved campsite.
It is therefore advisable to find them out before you travel.
This works, for example, via websites such as stellplatz.info or pincamp.de.
Parking
is less of a problem
.
The mobile home may be parked anywhere that is not expressly forbidden*.
In the case of smaller parking spaces, it is important to ensure that the vehicle does not obstruct traffic - for example because the mobile home protrudes too far into the street or blocks the view of traffic signs.
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What are the speed limits for motorhomes?
Even with the speed limit, the weight of the mobile home determines the maximum speed allowed.
If you are traveling outside of Germany, you must bear in mind that the respective countries have their own regulations*.
In Germany, the following applies to caravans up to 3.5 tons:
Outside built-up areas
: 100 km/h
Expressways
: 120 km/h
Motorways
: No limit (ADAC recommended speed limit: 130 km/h)
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