Campervans or motorhomes are big business in Europe. In European countries, it's easy to come across campervans on the roads. Alongside campervans, caravans are also highly favored by Europeans.
It's not uncommon for people who already own a car to also buy a Campervan or Caravan.
So, what's the difference between a Campervan and a Caravan?
Campervan atau Motorhome adalah kendaraan tunggal yang bisa dikemudikan dan enggak harus diderek. Perbedaan antara Motorhome dan Campervan adalah Motorhome cenderung lebih besar, dibangun dengan bodi truk/bus/van besar sedangkan Campervan cenderung lebih kecil, lebih sederhana, dan biasanya berukuran van.
In terms of facilities and equipment, Motorhomes are designed as comfortable living spaces with complete facilities, while Campervans are more suited for short visits with just enough amenities.
A Caravan is a separate living space towed behind a vehicle or regular car. A Caravan is an individual trailer that must be towed, whereas a Campervan is a standalone vehicle that can be driven. This is the main difference between a Campervan and a Caravan.
Campervans and Caravans provide the extra space people need when traveling. These vehicles are easy to drive and extremely versatile. Their use is not limited to holidays but can also be for daily needs like going to work, shopping, and visiting family or friends. In fact, these vehicles can replace a car if you have a large family.
The multi-functional facilities are the main reason for the popularity of Campervans in Europe. A survey by UK Campervan magazine in 2018, conducted with the Caravan & Motorhome/Campervan club, identified the reasons people are attracted to Campervans.
Most stated that the main reason is versatility. Half of the respondents commented that owning a Campervan simplifies the preparation and planning for traveling. All the necessary items can be stored in the Campervan, allowing owners to go anywhere freely.
Di PrancisIn France, the demand for Campervans and Caravans is also very high. According to French law, the definition of Campervans and Caravans is limited to vehicles for temporary or seasonal recreational living, saving mobility resources and allowing them to be driven on public roads.
Campervans or Caravans can be used on public roads like any other vehicle and can be parked in parking areas or campsites for an unlimited time. However, their use as a residence on private land is limited to three months per year. This means one cannot use a Campervan or Caravan as a permanent residence even on their own property.
In every city in France, there is usually an annual exhibition showcasing various types and brands of Campervans and Caravans. These exhibitions aim to make it easier for prospective buyers to see and compare the vehicles they intend to buy.
At these exhibitions, you can also find out the prices of each displayed Campervan or Caravan. The prices are quite astonishing. Newer models of Campervans and Caravans with modern and luxurious interior designs can reach prices of up to Rp1.5 billion, which is the cost of a house.
