Caravan trailers and semi-trailers for housing or camping market in Sweden

Earlier Report Observations

The market for caravan trailers and semi-trailers for housing or camping in Sweden expanded from 2020 to 2022, with sales volume rising from 3 007 units to 3 773 units. This growth was initially driven by the COVID-19 pandemic, which led more consumers to seek owned recreational vehicles for independent travel without relying on airlines or hotels, significantly increasing demand.

In subsequent years, the market adapted to new conditions. Economic uncertainty related to the war in Ukraine, a weak Swedish krona, and concerns over interest rates contributed to a decline in new caravan registrations in 2023, compounded by the ongoing negative effects of the bonus-malus tax introduced in 2018. However, underlying interest remained strong, supported by new dealerships for Polar caravans improving market access. By 2024, new motorhome registrations increased again, driven by sustained demand for sustainable travel and a clear trend toward smaller, more climate-friendly vehicles. Regulatory changes, including new building permit rules that simplified placing caravans on private property, further supported consumer adoption.

Production caravan trailers and semi-trailers for housing or camping in Sweden

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Annual dynamics of production in Sweden in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In kind, 2017-2020, unit

Annual dynamics of production in Sweden in kind, 2017-2020, unit

Exports caravan trailers and semi-trailers for housing or camping from Sweden

Exports in kind, unit

Sweden's exports of caravan trailers and semi-trailers for housing or camping declined after two years of growth. In 2020, exports reached 1,303 units, marking a moderate decrease of 9.6% compared to the previous year. Looking at the period from 2017 to 2020, exports fell by 4.3%, which translates to an average annual decline of 1.4%. The highest export volume was recorded in 2019 at 1,442 units, while the largest year-on-year increase occurred in 2018 with a growth of 4.4%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Sweden in kind, 2017-2020, unit

From 2017 to 2020, Norway, Denmark, and Germany were the primary destinations for Sweden's exports of caravan trailers and semi-trailers for housing or camping in terms of volume. Norway accounted for 69.6% of exports, Denmark for 10.2%, and Germany for 7.0%. Together, these three countries represented 86.9% of total export flows during this period.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Sweden in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, K $ US

Sweden's exports of caravan trailers and semi-trailers for housing or camping in value terms declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, exports amounted to 45,851 thousand US dollars, reflecting a 2.5% decrease compared to the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports increased by 6.7%, with a compound annual growth rate of 2.2%. The peak value was recorded in 2018 at 48,882 thousand US dollars. The largest decline occurred in 2019 with a drop of 3.7%, while the largest increase was in 2018 with a rise of 13.8%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Sweden in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Between 2017 and 2020, Norway, Denmark, and Germany were the largest buyers of caravan trailers and semi-trailers for housing or camping from Sweden in value terms. Norway represented 65.3% of exports, Denmark 11.1%, and Germany 9.1%. Combined, these three countries accounted for 85.6% of total export value during this timeframe.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Sweden in value, 2017-2020

Imports caravan trailers and semi-trailers for housing or camping to Sweden

Imports in kind, unit

Sweden's imports of caravan trailers and semi-trailers for housing or camping in volume terms declined for the second year in a row. In 2020, imports totaled 2,385 units, down by 2.1% from the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports increased by 8.2%, with a compound annual growth rate of 2.7%. The highest import volume was recorded in 2018 at 2,934 units. The largest decline occurred in 2019 with a decrease of 16.9%, while the largest increase was in 2018 with a rise of 33.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Sweden in kind, 2017-2020, unit

From 2017 to 2020, Germany and Slovenia were the dominant sources for Sweden's imports of caravan trailers and semi-trailers for housing or camping in terms of volume. Together, they accounted for 86.9% of total imports, with the remaining volume distributed among smaller markets.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Sweden in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, K $ US

Sweden's imports of caravan trailers and semi-trailers for housing or camping in value terms reached approximately 48,649 thousand US dollars in 2020, representing an increase of 6.2% from the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports grew by 14.9%, with a compound annual growth rate of 4.8%. The peak value was recorded in 2018 at 60,916 thousand US dollars. The largest decline occurred in 2019 with a drop of 24.8%, while the largest increase was in 2018 with a rise of 43.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Sweden in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Between 2017 and 2020, Germany and Slovenia dominated Sweden's imports of caravan trailers and semi-trailers for housing or camping in value terms. Together, they accounted for 90.2% of total import flows, with other destinations contributing smaller individual shares.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Sweden in value, 2017-2020