Free weighing campaign for motorhomes: Secure your vehicle!

Free weighing campaign for motorhomes: Secure your vehicle!

The warm months are just around the corner and many campers are heading out again. But before you start traveling, those interested should think about loading their vehicles. The permissible load of mobile homes and caravans is often significantly overestimated. This is exactly where the Mettmann district police authority comes in and invites you to a free weighing event. On Saturday, July 5, 2025, travelers will have the opportunity to have their vehicles weighed in the district police authority parking lot at Adalbert-Bach-Platz 1 in Mettmann. The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and does not require prior registration. Participants should only bring their registration certificate Part I (vehicle registration document).

Campers can have their vehicles weighed in two time slots: from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., the owners of vehicles with an even number at the end of the license plate will have their turn, while the odd number of vehicles will have their turn from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. An important note: Overloading will not be penalized during the event, so travelers can determine their vehicle details without worry. This campaign not only serves prevention, but also information - especially since many overloads only occur when water tanks, gas bottles and luggage are filled, as the police emphasize.

Prevention instead of punishment

The idea behind this weighing campaign is to better inform travelers and avoid unwanted surprises during a trip. Unfortunately, it often happens that campers ignore the limits of their vehicles. This can not only lead to fines, but also to dangerous traffic situations. Specialist colleagues from traffic accident and crime prevention will also be on site to answer questions about load securing and give tips. This is particularly important because, according to road traffic regulations, the load must be secured in such a way that it does not slip or pose a hazard while driving.

It should also be mentioned at this point that there will be increased checks on travel after the weighing campaign. Violations of overloading, securing loads and using mobile phones while driving are punished.

Experiences from the past

The Mettmann district police authority has already carried out similar campaigns in the past, which always received high numbers of visitors and positive feedback. This shows that the issue of weight and safety on the roads is of great importance. Participants would do well to prepare well and not risk unnecessary stress.

All campers and travelers are cordially invited to stop by this weighing event. At first glance it may just seem like a free weigh-in, but it can help you get a better sense of safety on the road. For the sake of a successful summer trip and the health and safety of all road users, everyone should get their vehicle on the scales in good time.

You can find information about this event on the website of Mettmann every day or that Police NRW find. If you would like to find out more about the legal aspects of load securing, you can read the article by BGHM Magazine read up.