Save the Date | CARAVAN SALON | boot Düsseldorf | CMT Stuttgart

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TRADETIPPS 2026

Anticipation for the new season is growing among caravanning enthusiasts. In particular, the upcoming trade fairs such as CMT Stuttgart and boot Düsseldorf 2026 are key events for anyone who enjoys travelling by motorhome while also appreciating time on the water. These fairs mark the perfect start to the caravanning season. After all, camping and water sports naturally go hand in hand.

CARAVAN SALON

Düsseldorf 2026:

A highlight for all motorhome enthusiasts

From 28 August to 6 September 2026 the CARAVAN SALON Düsseldorf opens its doors. As the world’s largest caravanning trade fair, it presents the full spectrum of modern leisure vehicles. At Stand C05 in Hall 5, VARIOmobil will showcase its latest high-tech models, including the brand-new model year 2027 landyachts.

Take the opportunity to experience some of the most exclusive motorhomes up close – from compact vehicles to luxurious one-off creations.

VARIOmobil – Comfort, Quality and Innovation

VARIOmobil stands for premium-class motorhomes. Each vehicle is a unique piece – a true masterpiece designed to meet the highest standards of comfort and individuality. At the in-house manufactory in Bohmte, vehicles have been built since 1981 that are not only exceptionally functional but also luxuriously equipped.

One outstanding example is the VARIO Star 800 – the most comfortable leisure vehicle in the 7.5-ton class. This model offers exceptional comfort on the MAN 8.220 chassis. In addition, VARIOmobil’s vehicle manufacturing in Bohmte produces exclusively individual masterpieces, each meeting the very highest demands for travel comfort and exclusivity. Equally high-end in German engineering is, above all, the integrated VARIO Perfect on the MB Actros – the name says it all. VARIOmobil also offers luxury motorhomes with an original cab in the VARIO Alkoven and VARIO Signature ranges, available as partially integrated vehicles.

The VARIO Alkoven:
A space marvel for the family

The VARIO Alkoven impresses as a true space miracle. With two separate sleeping areas and a vehicle length of 7.5 to 12 metres, it is perfectly suited for families. The motorhome is built on chassis ranging from 7.5 to 26 tonnes and offers ample space for every need. In addition, it is equipped with a car garage that accommodates a BMW Mini for four occupants.

Would you like a little more? How about more length, more living space, more slide-outs, more axles and, above all, more safety and comfort on your travels?

The high-end landyacht

VARIO Perfect 1200 Platinum

For those who prefer something even more exclusive, the VARIO Perfect 1200 Platinum represents the pinnacle of motorhome comfort. With an impressive 30 sqm of living space, you experience a true smart home on wheels. Featuring four slide-outs, a car garage for a high-performance vehicle such as the AMG Black Series or the Audi A1 Sportback, as well as three axles and 530 hp, this vehicle is a masterpiece of engineering. State-of-the-art equipment and safety features make this landyacht a true highlight.

Let yourself be inspired

through comfort settings for a 5-star ambience, free-standing car platforms and up to four extendable living space slide-outs.

Visit the VARIOmobil stand at the CARAVAN SALON Düsseldorf and discover the unique equipment options and technical innovations that make your journeys even more comfortable and luxurious. From exquisite interiors to technical refinements, you will find everything your heart desires – for the most beautiful days of the year in your own motorhome.

#CARAVAN SALON Düsseldorf 28 August [trade visitor day] – 6 September 2026
#BOOT Düsseldorf Boat Show 17–25 January 2026
#CMT Stuttgart Exhibition Centre 17–25 January 2026

#VARIOmobil - a class of its own.

Here begins a new class of mobility! Presented in Düsseldorf was the full range of the VARIO Perfect two- and three-axle vehicles! Trade fair visitors immersed themselves in the world of luxury motorhomes and discovered what comfort and individuality truly mean. Whether unique design, well-thought-out layouts or state-of-the-art equipment – every detail of the exquisite VARIO Perfect motorhomes is designed to make your journeys unforgettable. Visit us at our Bohmte factory and let yourself be inspired by the exclusivity and elegance of our extraordinary vehicles.

We are already looking forward to presenting the upcoming model year to you.

Employee recognition | VARIOmobil Fahrzeugbau | Bohmte, January 2025
Career in the motorhome manufactory

35 years of commitment
in the motorhome manufactory

At VARIOmobil, a leading manufacturer of luxury motorhomes, there was recently a special occasion to pause and reflect on the company’s history. A moment that embodies the soul of the motorhome manufactory. Managing Director Frank Mix invited the vehicle construction team to an extraordinary celebration after work. In addition to the successful financial year-end, the occasion marked the

recognition of long-serving employees

Graduate engineer Heiko Hülsmann, 25 years in German engineering at VARIOmobil, gave the floor to his colleague that evening. We are talking about Jana Michaelis, who has been a permanent employee at VARIOmobil for ten years. In fact, she has been part of the company for twelve years if her two-year apprenticeship as an office administrator is included.

Jana Michaelis is an excellent example of the high quality of training at the Bohmte motorhome manufactory. Over the years, she has developed into a true all-rounder across all departments and today heads the secretariat, manages accounting and human resources, and also serves as assistant to the management. Her commitment and professional expertise are indispensable for the smooth functioning of VARIOmobil’s administrative processes. Since joining the company, she has consistently continued to develop and, with her positive attitude, has made an important contribution to the company’s positive development.

Graduate engineer Heiko Hülsmann will also be honored this year for his 25 years with the company at a separate celebration round in motorhome production. Hülsmann, who already made a

Diploma thesis on “Development, design and manufacture of a passenger car loading ramp for motorhomes”

in the late 1990s, made a pioneering contribution to expanding the comfort of a VARIOmobil. He is another example of long-term employment and successful cooperation with Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences. His own diploma thesis and many others that he supervised at VARIOmobil brought fresh ideas and new momentum to the company’s development. The design and sale of high-tech motorhomes and business vehicles would be unthinkable without Heiko Hülsmann. “Form follows function” is his motto, and German engineering is in his blood. On the German Television YouTube channel, he appears on camera for VARIOmobil, passionately explaining his convictions about comfortable and consistently high-tech vehicle construction in manufactory quality.

The celebration took place at a very special location: the pavilion at the Bohmte company headquarters on the B 51, which is usually used as a showroom for large land yachts. On this evening, however, it was festively illuminated and transformed into an atmospheric event location that perfectly suited the occasion.
It was an evening full of gratitude and appreciation. VARIOmobil employees, along with company founder Bernhard Rothgänger, who has always led vehicle construction in Bohmte with passion and expertise, took the opportunity to discuss the company’s development and past years. In relaxed conversations with the workforce, there was plenty to talk about and plenty of laughter as well—a reminder of how important personal interaction is at VARIOmobil. A cool blond beer—poured by graduate engineer Heiko Hülsmann—and high-proof spirits served by Managing Director Frank Mix… the fun factor of 10 out of 10 is never neglected within the VARIOmobil team.

Culinary highlight 

of the evening was the gala buffet, featuring a wonderful selection of antipasti and a wide variety of dishes. The real favorite, however, was the “all-you-can-eat” roulades, traditionally served with red cabbage, dumplings and potatoes—a true delight for the guests and the perfect dish to strengthen the team and set the foundation for a shared celebration.

Over the years, Jana Michaelis has not only become a highly competent professional within the company, but also a valued and popular team member. Her work behind the scenes ensures smooth operations, giving her a significant share in VARIOmobil’s success. Just one year ago, she took on the interface role between management and workforce. The leap into cold water was seamless. The recognition by Managing Director Frank Mix was a well-deserved moment to thank her for all the years of dedication and commitment.

VARIOmobil has always relied on a strong team that sticks together and achieves success together. The celebration marking the anniversaries of Jana Michaelis and Heiko Hülsmann was a wonderful example of the family-oriented and respectful culture cultivated at VARIOmobil—and another sign that the company not only builds extraordinary motorhomes, but also fosters a special working environment.

We warmly congratulate Jana Michaelis and Heiko Hülsmann on their milestone anniversaries and look forward to many more years of successful collaboration!

2024 10 01 | Career orientation | VARIOmobil Fahrzeugbau | Bohmte
Apprenticeship professions in the motorhome manufactory

Adventure
Heavy Metal

Auszubildende – Evelyn Vogel erzählt von ihrem Weg als Schlosserin.

A BLOG INTERVIEW by Clarissa Ludwig, student intern in marketing.

Hey everyone! I’m a 14-year-old intern and I conducted an exciting interview with Evelyn Vogel.

She is 17 years old and is completing her training in the field of vehicle engineering at VARIOmobil as a body and vehicle construction mechanic.

Apprenticeship as a bodywork
and vehicle construction mechanic

I [Clarissa] think it’s really cool that more and more young women are entering traditionally male professions, whether as automotive mechatronics technicians, carpenters or metalworkers! And at VARIOmobil, she works hands-on on really large and amazing motorhomes.

Evelyn told me that she really enjoys working with metal. When she welds, drills or screws, she feels truly alive. “It’s physically demanding, but I like that,” she says. In skilled trades, it’s especially important to enjoy being active and to like working with your hands. Evelyn realized this during her internship at VARIOmobil and immediately knew that the world of skilled trades was right for her.

What I find particularly great: even though Evelyn is the only woman on the team, she does the same work as every colleague. “I feel like I’m treated exactly the same as my male colleagues here,” she explains. This shows that times are changing and that women in technical professions are gaining increasing recognition.

In her second year of training, Evelyn is already allowed to weld on her own! That’s really impressive for a 17-year-old. Her trainer team supports her, and the apprentice in the third year of training acts as both role model and instructor, just like the head of the metalworking department. It’s great to see how important teamwork is in her area. Evelyn emphasizes that working as part of a team plays a major role for her.

“We help each other and learn from one another,”
she says. Her training lasts three and a half years. At the end, she will take the theoretical and practical examinations before the Osnabrück Chamber of Crafts.

Evelyn is a real inspiration for young women who want a technical career! Her courage to pursue a path in a traditionally male profession motivates others to do the same. It’s simply awesome to see how much passion and joy she has for her metalworking trade. It really makes you want to go for it and follow your own path!

Workbench instead of school desk
For her former school in Bohmte, Evelyn manufactured the metal brackets for wooden benches at VARIOmobil. That she returned to her secondary school so soon after graduation was not planned. But it’s amazing how much she has learned in such a short time! 

If you want to learn more about women in technical professions, stay tuned! 

By the way, VARIOmobil also has a female carpenter in training. And conversely, men have also worked in facility cleaning or office management.

The only thing that matters is that your future profession is fun and suits you. 

I myself still have some time to think about my career path and have already gained the impression that marketing might not be my first choice. The many desk tasks and the extensive work at the computer don’t appeal to me that much. However, I can well imagine applying some of the marketing experience I’ve gained to my future profession. And what about you? Where do you see your future visions? An internship at VARIOmobil?

Who knows—maybe the next story will be about you!

CARAVAN SALON | CSD + boot Düsseldorf | CMT Stuttgart

Trade fair tips 2024

30.8.–8.9.2024 | CARAVAN SALON Düsseldorf
VARIOmobil warmly welcomes you | Hall 5 Stand C05

CARAVANING is
passion that connects

Exclusive motorhomes 8–12 m – that is VARIOmobil.

Anticipation for the upcoming season is rising among motorhome enthusiasts, as the CMT in Stuttgart and boot 2024 Düsseldorf are just around the corner. For all caravaning enthusiasts who enjoy spending their holidays in a motorhome on and near the water, these trade fairs are an absolute must as a prelude to the CSD.

CSD trade fair tip | Save the date

In the premium Hall 5, Stand C05 of the world’s largest CARAVANING trade fair, VARIOmobil presents the new

Hightech Landyachting model year 2025

From 30 August to 8 September 2024, the CARAVAN SALON Düsseldorf opens its doors and showcases the full spectrum of state-of-the-art leisure vehicles. Here, you have the opportunity to experience everything from compact highlights to the most luxurious one-off masterpieces at the motorhome firmament.

Discover the diversity of the VARIOmobil vehicle world

VARIO Star 800 | The most comfortable leisure vehicle in the 7.5-ton class. Manufactured in the VARIOmobil vehicle construction workshop in Bohmte, each vehicle is a masterpiece, meeting the highest standards of travel comfort and individuality. Naturally, VARIOmobil also offers motorhome (real estate on wheels) solutions with original driver’s cab in the luxury classes VARIO Alkoven and VARIO Signature as semi-integrated models.

The VARIO Alkoven presents itself as a true space miracle with two separate sleeping areas. A family motorhome with a vehicle length of 7.5–12 m on chassis from 7.5–26 tonnes. In addition, a BMW Mini for four people fits comfortably in the integrated car garage.

Would you like a little more? How about more length, more living space, more slide-outs, more axles and, above all, more safety and comfort on your travels?

FOUR SLIDE OUTS | 12 M SMARTHOME

On an impressive 30 sqm of living space, you travel in the high-end landyacht VARIO Perfect 1200 Platinum at the very top of the premium class. With an integrated car garage for your high-performance AMG Black Series or Audi A1 Sportback, three axles, four slide outs, 12 metres of motorhome length, 530 traction-strong horsepower and cutting-edge high-tech equipment, this highlight once again proves: VARIOmobil is in a class of its own.

Let yourself be inspired

and Discover comfort upgrades, a 5-star ambience, up to four extendable living space slide-outs, exquisite equipment details and technical refinements for the most beautiful days of the year – with your VARIOmobil.

More information about CARAVANING and leisure trade fairs

# CARAVAN SALON Düsseldorf 30 August [trade visitor day] – 8 September 2024
# BOOT Trade Fair Düsseldorf 20–28 January 2024
# CMT Trade Fair Centre Stuttgart 13–21 January 2024

#VARIOmobil - a class of its own.

Motorhomes of the extra class

Landyachting IN ASCONA 

Exquisite land yachts in Porto Patriziale marina | Special charm of unique motorhomes
on the northern shore of Lake Maggiore | set in a picturesque backdrop of Swiss mountains, lake and palm trees

The largest land yachts in the world 

met for the autumn season opening.

At the invitation of land yachting hosts Gerti and Jörg, the most exclusive land yacht brands gathered at Porto Patriziale. At the end of September, the giants of the premium motorhome segment took up residence in Ascona. The picturesque marina is perfectly suited to this class of motorhomes. Set against a dreamlike backdrop, the most exclusive dream vehicles were presented live at this unique high-end camper event. Among them: exciting exhibitors ranging from Airstream to VARIOmobil, from high-tech and premium accessories to representatives of some of the most beautiful travel destinations.

This international motorhome show is an outstanding premium event with no comparable counterpart in Europe. Visitors were able to see motorhome innovations for 2024. The atmosphere was correspondingly relaxed, enhanced by a gigantic panoramic setting. In short: an immense blue of Lake Maggiore and the sunny green of the panoramic peaks of Monte Gambarogna. Nevertheless, the astonished visitors’ attention was focused solely on the exhibited motorhomes.

“Away from the caravan theme, travelling to the sun lounge of Switzerland is simply wonderful. The Mediterranean climate and the sunny combination of mountains, vast lake scenery and palm trees are a delight. Experiencing the dreamlike marina as a location is, in itself, a pure travel experience,” said Nicolas Mix. He represented the family-owned company, VARIOmobil Fahrzeugbau GmbH from northern Germany, at Lake Maggiore.

High-tech land yachting | The best in motorhome quality, design and craftsmanship

VARIOmobil, the motorhome manufactory and exclusive land yachting brand, is a leader in the high-end caravaning segment. Under the land yachting motto “good alone – better together!”, the Mix family skilfully connected within the premium network. “Experts from the motorhome industry casually shared the best aspects of the camper world here: the time to exchange expertise, to get to know each other on a personal level – not only as exhibitors. Combined with a truly successful blend of show and location. Land yachting opened the show in a prime location in Ascona. The fantastic ambience, excellent cuisine and magnificent panoramic backdrop were unique. And of course, the many exciting conversations and topics – even beyond caravan talk,” Mix continued.

“Not to be forgotten: a thank you to the land yachting organisers. Great atmosphere and wonderful togetherness marked the first high-end motorhome show on the shores of Lake Maggiore.”

“A camper’s curse is rain and visitors,” as the saying goes. “Rain is manageable,” but at the opening of the event in Porto Patriziale it turned into a torrential challenge. Thus, the press day was dominated entirely by water. It rained until late afternoon and thunderstorms continued into the night. Bright as day, accompanied by thunderclaps. Torrents of water rushed down from the mountains. Nevertheless, the land yachting guests enjoyed the unique flying buffet in an informative and cheerfully good-humoured mood. The exquisite catering was served from a food truck – half indoors, half outdoors. At night, no camper managed to sleep: the thunderstorm front was a natural spectacle without equal. Afterwards, sunny weather returned with no further caprices.

10 days at the lake in the VARIO Perfect 1000 | Fully electrically supplied by solar energy

Not only did the weather in Ascona improve day by day. At the same time, the charge levels of the extensive onboard battery management system of the VARIO Perfect steadily increased. Likewise, the exhibition areas filled with people. Local visitors and travellers from afar stopped by. From “aha” moments to genuine “wow” effects, the marina was buzzing with a mix of high-tech campers and land yachting newcomers. Even though boats are usually showcased in marinas, the XXL motorhomes attracted attention, were explored and tested for suitability. Many enthusiastic visitors had never before seen such high-end land-road motorhome giants as exclusive travel vehicles.

As the event drew to a close, a magnificent sunset over the lake with views of the mountains enchanted the motorhome enthusiasts – a truly picturesque panorama at the adjacent beach club.

Always worth a journey: Lake Maggiore

https://www.lago-maggiore.de/ausflugsziele.html

https://www.portoascona.ch/club-nautico-patriziale-ascona_de.html

Landyachting magazine – for everyone who loves beautiful XXL motorhome locations

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