As one of the largest Caravan and Motor Home trade shows in Europe, the Caravan Salon Dusseldorf is held every August to celebrate the latest developments and vehicles in the industry. This past year, over 500 companies showcased their latest products, from brand new motor home models to the latest accessories, allowing thousands of enthusiasts to explore the very latest in Caravan offerings. Attracting nearly 1,000 official journalists from throughout the world, the even features a wide variety of motor home enthusiasts.
Some of the major offerings include a trade show that features a variety of top dealers and vehicle manufacturers, as well as makers of accessories and complementary parts. Related dealers and makers of outdoor equipment also attend the show, in addition to those who work on design and engineering in the industry. Another group who attends the shows are enthusiasts and site operators, including organizations who are building new sites, group travel organizers and industry leaders. A variety of groups and organizations which aim to sustainably develop new sites also can be found at the events, including DEKRA (the Germany Motor Home Association.)
As one of the largest industry gatherings, tens of thousands travel to Dusseldorf each year in search of the latest vehicles and industry offerings. Many Americans travel abroad to immerse themselves in the European motor home scene, which is much more active and developed.