The length of your own motorhome is an important figure. It not only determines the space inside, but also any restrictions around the vehicle. We will inform you below about possible disadvantages with motorhomes over 7 meters.
The RV dimensions affect many details
Anyone who looks at the external dimensions of the future motorhome will be surprised at how many details have to be taken into account. Large motorhomes certainly have their advantages, but as is so often the case, these advantages also require compromises
Higher costs on the ferry
By motorhome to Corsica, England or Sardinia? A great thing! However, the size of the motorhome can cause additional costs.
With a 7 meter motorhome you often pay a higher transport price on the ferry. Six meters is often the “magic limit” in this regard.
Higher fees at the campsite
Even at campsites, operators sometimes charge a higher parking fee if the motorhome is out of use for a longer period of time.
It is best to find out how this is regulated in your specific case before you travel. In most cases, the higher parking space tariff starts with a length of over six meters.
More obstacles in the area
Driving a long motorhome through narrow streets in Italy or the south of France is like an adventure of the negative kind and often ends in withdrawal. Planning the trip can therefore take a little longer as necessary detours have to be identified and taken into account.
Large motorhomes are particularly suitable for you if you rarely or never want to travel on difficult or confined terrain.
Possibly less payload
If the dimensions of your motorhome are larger in terms of length, width or height, it will usually weigh a little more. Depending on the desired maximum weight and available driving license, the payload can then be lower.
For a motorhome with a permissible total weight of over 3.5 tonnes, this is less of a problem than with lighter models.
Less parking options
In underground garages and public parking spaces, it quickly becomes too tight with a long motorhome. Although there are no standard dimensions for a parking space, the spaces are rarely too generous.
With a long motorhome of seven meters or more, it could happen more often that you have to look for a suitable place to park it for longer. City trips are therefore only possible to a very limited extent.
Good to know: How long can a motorhome actually be? In Germany, a mobile home can measure up to twelve meters. However, this maximum length is hardly used.
Are small mobiles automatically cramped?
If the potential disadvantages of longer motorhomes are too serious for you personally, it makes sense to consider a shorter model. Modern motorhomes and campers now offer maximum comfort even in the smallest of spaces.
What is also crucial is how well the available mobile home floor plans fit your needs. You can find models with shorter motorhome lengths in all classes at HYMER.
Some of our camper vans and panel vans are available under six meters. In addition, the partially integrated and fully integrated models HYMER Exsis-t and HYMER Exsis-i remain less than seven meters long.
Conclusion: Long or rather more compact? A question of wishes
When deciding on the length of the motorhome, it depends on your personal wishes and ideas.
Take your time and talk to your future fellow travelers. For example, if you want to buy a motorhome for a family of five, more than seven meters in length can definitely be a blessing. If you are planning mainly city trips for two instead, a shorter vehicle is the better choice.