Motorhome completely engulfed in flames

Camper Van Fire Causes Traffic Disruption on A39 Towards Hamburg

On August 21, 2025, a camper van was engulfed in flames on the A39, causing significant traffic disruptions en route to Hamburg.

The incident occurred around 11:45 AM, just before the Winsen-Ost junction. The driver of a Renault Boxer noticed smoke coming from the engine compartment of the camper van and pulled over on the shoulder. By the time they stopped, the van was fully engulfed in flames.

Despite the best efforts of the fire department, the vehicle was completely destroyed. The firefighting operations closed the lane heading towards Hamburg from 12:00 PM to 13:30 PM, resulting in a several kilometers long traffic jam back to the Handorf junction.

After the firefighting operations, traffic was able to pass the incident site in a single lane. The road was repaired, and the vehicle was towed away.

The cause of the fire is believed to be a technical fault. The estimated damage to the camper van is approximately 30,000 EUR.

For media inquiries regarding the incident, contact Police Chief Commissioner Jan Krüger at the Harburg Police Station. His mobile numbers are 0 160 / 972 710 15 and 0 160 / 972 710 19. The email address for media inquiries is [email protected]. The website for the Harburg Police Station is www.pi-wl.polizei-nds.de. The fax number for the Harburg Police Station is -150.

News aktuell transmitted information about the incident on the A39. The name of the fire chief involved in the camper trailer fire is not publicly available.

The Harburg Police Station can be reached by phone at 0 41 81 / 285 - 104. Commissioner Krüger's phone number to contact him directly is also available at this number.