Bulgarian company builds American-inspired teardrop trailers

Bulgarian startup Hip Campers has introduced the Hip 4Family motorhome with an unconventional layout. The 7.2-meter model on a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis features two lounge areas with double beds that descend from the ceiling. The base version starts at 149,999 euros, and driving it in the Netherlands requires a C1 license due to its 3,300 kg weight.

Italian manufacturer Wingamm has introduced new compact caravan models, the Rookie 3.5 and Rookie Cross. They are built using a seamless monocoque construction from fiberglass-reinforced plastic (GRP), which prevents water ingress. The trailer is 4.99 meters long and weighs between 750 and 1000 kg. The Cross version features increased ground clearance and all-terrain tires.

Bulgarian manufacturer Hip Campers presented the luxury motorhome Hip 4Family for families at Caravan Salon 2025. The 7.2-meter model on a Mercedes Sprinter chassis features two seating areas but no fixed beds, with four sleeping places created via drop-down beds. The starting price is €149,999.

Three bodies have been found inside a camper van in Bulgaria. Preliminary police data indicates the shooting occurred inside the vehicle, with no signs of gunfire outside. Both murder and suicide scenarios are being investigated.

Bulgarian authorities have officially established rules for firing guns inside campers. Shooting is permitted only inside the vehicle but prohibited outside. The new regulations apply to owners of camper vans and motorhomes.

A ranking of the best European campsites for 2026 has been published. The top 10 list is dominated by sites from Austria, Germany, and Italy, highlighting their supremacy in this tourism segment.