Campsite administrator enraged: Sixty bookings cancelled and guests leaving simultaneously
Down-to-Earth Truths About Camping in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Steer clear of exaggerated headlines declaring Mecklenburg-Vorpommern as an expensive camping destination! Jens Droge, the manager of "Ecktannen" camping site in Waren, debunks this claim, asserting that his prices for tents and caravans have been steady for three years. It's mainly the long-term campers who've shouldered a slight increase in costs.
Jens is more riled up by the "sky-is-falling" weather reports on radio and TV that scare people away. He maintains that these predictions are often overblown and dissuade tourists from visiting. During the long Whitsun weekend, guests heeded the forecasts and left early, causing him a frustrating €3,000 loss in revenue. Interestingly, the weather turned out to be milder than predicted, proving Jens' point.
Check out this video for the current weather forecast!
Speaking of frustrations, staff shortages are a pressing concern in the camping industry. Running a camping site from 8 am to 10 pm daily calls for a committed workforce. While Jens manages to find staff, those who come often don't stay for long, raising new challenges like the need for renovations. Last year, they needed to renovate their sanitary building, and another one is on the cards this year. But the price for these renovations has doubled, hinting at a possible price hike next season to keep the camping site financially viable.
Manja Zachmann, the manager of "Am Grünen Baum" camping site in Neustrelitz, also monitors prices closely. Unlike other popular vacation regions, Manja finds it hard to imagine price increases for her camping site. She aims to make a name for herself amidst the renowned competition in the area. Fortunately, camping enthusiasts from Austria, Switzerland, and the Netherlands have already discovered the region and seem content.
ADAC's price comparison reveals that while camping sites on the Baltic Sea coast have seen an increase in prices, the Lake District slightly undercuts last year's costs. Nationwide, camping prices have risen by five percent compared to last year, with Germany remaining the cheapest camping destination for a family of three in the summer high season, according to ADAC.
So, head to Mecklenburg-Vorpommern for a budget-friendly camping experience—just be wary of those overzealous weather reports!
Despite being a popular vacation destination, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern provides a budget-friendly camping lifestyle, as evidenced by the stable prices for tents and caravans at sites like "Ecktannen" for the past three years. On the other hand, managing a camping site like "Am Grünen Baum" requires careful finance planning, such as paying for increased sanitary building renovations, to maintain a sustainable, affordable lifestyle experience for campers.
