Whoever travels with a caravan should pay special attention not to load it too much. In some countries you can even be fined if the maximum weight limit is exceeded. In addition, overloading the caravan can pose a safety risk, according to the German automobile club ADAC of Hesse-Thuringia. The total weight allowed for this type of vehicle is 3.5 tonnes. It is usually listed on the registration certificate. It consists of the weight of the empty vehicle and the maximum allowable load. “This one can easily be overcome with four bikes and a full water tank,” says the regional club ADAC. On the other hand, it should be borne in mind that people who travel are also part of the load and their weight must be added to the account. On the other hand, we must not lose sight of the fact that a caravan is a larger vehicle and drives differently than a normal car. To get used to the dimensions, braking and visibility, it is advisable to take a few laps to practice before embarking on the first trip. One possible place to do this is in a large car park, for example. dpa