Knobben Caravans & Motorhomes: incl. Twentse hospitality

Anyone who enters the showroom of Knobben Caravans & Motorhomes on Ambachtsstraat in Rijssen will find more than just gleaming caravans and motorhomes. You enter a world where the holiday already begins before the first kilometer has been driven. “Welkom bie Knobben” is more than a slogan. It translates to: take a seat, have a cup of coffee, and tell us how you travel, with whom you travel, and what your wishes are along the way.

Knobben presents itself as a caravan specialist with a wide range of new and used caravans and motorhomes. The location is in Rijssen, in Twente, where the showroom accommodates models for diverse campers: from couples who want to travel compactly and lightly to families seeking space, comfort, and a practical layout.

This approach is no coincidence. According to Knobben, camping is not purely a practical choice, but a way of life. It's about freedom, conviviality, and the feeling of being on the road together. The Twentse hospitality that Knobben invokes fits into that atmosphere: listening, advising, and taking your time. For many buyers, a caravan or motorhome is not an impulse purchase, but an investment in holidays, weekend getaways, and memories that often last for years.

Four caravan brands with their own character

Four caravan brands play a leading role in Knobben's offering: Hobby, Fendt, Knaus, and Weinsberg. These are brands that have a recognizable position in the Netherlands and, according to Knobben, each have their own advantages, appearance, and model range. It is precisely this variation that makes it possible in the showroom not only to compare by price or size, but also by atmosphere, finish, and intended use: what suits how you want to holiday?

Hobby is the brand with which Knobben has a long history. The company has been selling caravans from this German manufacturer since 1983. Hobby is known for being contemporary and innovative, with a high degree of standard equipment. For you, this means: a lot of comfort and luxury for an affordable price. That all-inclusive character makes the brand attractive if you don't want to endlessly assemble packages, but are looking for a complete caravan right away.

Fendt has a different connotation at Knobben. The brand is a paragon of solid craftsmanship. Knobben has been a Fendt dealer since 2001 and emphasizes the qualitative appearance, the detailing, and the versatility in execution and interior design. If you choose Fendt, you are often looking for that extra feeling of solid construction, tranquility, and refinement. The brand appeals to campers who see their caravan as a trusted second home.

Knaus is also firmly anchored in Knobben's history. The company has been selling and servicing caravans of this brand since 1989. Knaus profiles itself broadly: there is a caravan for almost every holiday and every holidaymaker. From compact models for couples to more spacious layouts for families or larger groups, with a lot of variation in equipment and floor plans. For advisors in the showroom, this offers scope to translate the customer's request into a perfectly fitting model.

The newest addition is Weinsberg. Since 2024, Knobben has been a dealer for this brand, which is known for its strong price-quality ratio. Models like the CaraOne, CaraCito, and Edition are aimed at buyers looking for a fully equipped caravan without unnecessary frills. Weinsberg thus fits well with campers who make clear choices: practical, modern, and solid, but with an eye for budget.

Motorhomes and used vehicles: hit the road immediately

Although the name Knobben is still strongly associated with caravans, the company also focuses on motorhomes. The website and showroom display a changing stock of used motorhomes, often from well-known brands such as Bürstner, Laika, Knaus, Weinsberg, and Dethleffs. A used motorhome, if well maintained, can last for many years. If you don't want to wait for a new model, that's attractive: look, compare, and leave relatively quickly.

Advice also plays a central role with used vehicles. A motorhome for family holidays requires different choices than a van conversion for two travelers who want to move around a lot. If you also go out in the early or late season, you'll pay attention to heating, insulation, or air conditioning. If you take longer trips, you'll look at storage space, beds, seating comfort, and driving ease. Knobben will guide you through this and, if the desired model is not in stock, they will actively search for it.

The stock of caravans further shows how broad the market is. New models are displayed alongside young used caravans and sharply priced used vehicles. The dealer brands such as Hobby, Fendt, Knaus, and Weinsberg are well represented, but other brands may also be present in the current stock. This is important for you: the showroom is not a catalog with one route, but a place where different budgets, years of manufacture, and layouts are displayed side by side.

Service as a foundation

The sales floor is only one side of the business. The workshop is at least as important. Knobben can be seen as an expert in service, maintenance, and repair. The company is BOVAG and FOCWA recognized for maintenance and damage repair. This positions it as a place where you not only buy, but also return for inspections, repairs, checks, and damage handling.

For caravanners and motorhome owners, service is not a secondary matter. A holiday stands or falls with confidence in technology, safety, and comfort. Brakes, tires, gas system, moisture control, lighting, coupling, and bodywork must be in order. Knobben emphasizes that certified inspectors and skilled mechanics ensure quality inspection and safe kilometers. That sounds businesslike, but touches on something very concrete: no one wants hassle on the road with a caravan or motorhome that shows defects.

Thus, Knobben Caravans & Motorhomes in Rijssen remains rooted in a trusted camping tradition, while its offering moves with the wishes of modern campers. The brands in the showroom differ in character, the used vehicles change constantly, and the workshop keeps things safe and problem-free on the road.

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