In 2024, the rules for winter tires in Germany are set to change. Starting from October 2024, winter tires featuring the Alpine symbol will be mandatory. Until September, the Transitional arrangement allows the use of winter tires or all-season tires marked with M+S. However, after this period, there is a risk of receiving a fine if you do not have winter tires with the Alpine symbol in wintry conditions. When are winter tyres compulsory in Germany, and what conditions must a winter tyre comply with in Germany?
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Visiting a Christmas market is fantastic! All your senses will be stimulated as you walk among the wonderful wooden Christmas stalls, all beautifully lit up. You will be welcomed by the smell of mulled wine and hot chocolate and the Christmas carols will ring around your ears. Visiting a Christmas market will instantly put you in the Christmas mood. We have compiled a list of the top 5 best Christmas markets. And we have added some tips for campsites in the vicinity of the Christmas markets that are very suitable for camping in winter. Make a complete Christmas weekend of it.
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No one wants to start their holiday off by sitting in a traffic jam for hours on end. Of course you can always choose to set off on a different day, but sometimes you don’t have any choice. For instance the accommodation you’ve booked might have fixed arrival days. I’ve compiled a few do’s and don’ts for the infamous Black Saturday in France, and also a few tips for if you do end up in a traffic jam.
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A little time for yourself, and some time to relax: that’s what holidays are all about. And what’s the best way of achieving that? By going to a campsite with wellness facilities of course! Just imagine, relaxing in the hot tub, or enjoying a massage – these are just a couple of the possibilities that can help you to really relax and unwind. We’ve put together a list of countries where you can find great wellness...
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The water cascading down from great heights, the spray, mist and splashing sound: there is something magical about a waterfall. We often associate a waterfall with faraway lands and tropical destinations. This is of course true, but you do not have to travel to the other side of the world at all to see beautiful waterfalls. You can camp close to a waterfall in many places in Europe too. We have listed, in no particular order, a number of...
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