The origins of Holtkamper
Jelle Holtkamp Sr., the progenitor of today's Holtkamper brand, went to Ameland as early as 1928 with a tent of his own design. He had it made at a workshop in the northern Netherlands.
1928
Kies uw taal
Holtkamper Dutch importer of Combi-Camp and Rapido
In 1972, Holtkamper became an importer of the Danish Combi Camp folding trailers and the French Rapido folding caravans. Rapido, designed by an aircraft engineer and built of aircraft aluminum, turned a compact trailer into a
1972
Holtkamper launches own folding trailer, the Holtkamper Super de Luxe
In 1976, Holtkamper launched its own folding trailer. The wagon body ("famous orange wagon body") was made at the German firm Heinemann of Kreuztal Krombach and the tent was made at the Mehler of Fulda.
1976
1980s
Through desert assignments in the United Arab Emirates, Holtkamper gained much knowledge about tents that can withstand extreme heat and wind. In the process, Bert Holtkamp learned from nomadic peoples, which led to the Holtkamper
1980
Holtkamper Mini Maxi fold-out caravan
Only one of them made: the Holtkamper Mini Maxi fold-out caravan. The prototype, made at a social workshop in Hoogeveen, had the narrow width of a folding trailer of 165 cm, making caravan mirrors unnecessary
1981
Holtkamper Flyer
Holtkamper introduces the Flyer 1, known as the fastest unfolding giant folding caravan in the world. With a frameless double-roof awning and sewn-in cockpit groundsheet, Holtkamper was ahead of its time, which is also rural
1983
Holtkamper Family
In 1985, Holtkamper introduced the Holtkamper Family at RAI Amsterdam. This modern, automatic family folding caravan is completely white on both the outside and inside, topped with a blue-gray tent
1985
Holtkamper Astro Expedition
In the early 1990s the demand came from Iceland for a trailer tent that could handle rugged terrain. Holtkamper developed the Astro Expedition, which passed tough tests on unpaved roads, at rockfalls, river fords and storms.
1991
Holtkamper Spacer
In addition to the Astro, Holtkamper introduced the Spacer to the Dutch market in 1991. The Spacer is the smaller brother of the Flyer and is for 2 to 4 people.
1991
Holtkamper Feluka
Building on the Holtkamper Family, the Feluka was developed. The Feluka is the first symmetrical trailer tent whose integrated awning automatically unfolds and retracts simultaneously.
1992
Holtkamper Membrane High Tech tent roof (natural air conditioning)
Another Holtkamper patent is the Holtkamper Membrane Tentsystem, it is a natural air conditioner through the use of 2 layers of tent fabric which is sealed all around with zippers and Velcro allowing the
1993
Holtkamper Utopia pyramid storm tents
Under the name Utopia, Holtkamper develops storm-proof tents with few poles and no guy ropes. With almost 70 years of tent experience and knowledge from desert assignments, where Bert Holtkamp learned a lot from
1996
Holtkamper Cocoon
The Cocoon is based on the wagon body of the Astro. Whereas the Astro is a longitudinal flipper, the Cocoon is a transverse flipper.
1998
Holtkamper Amazon
The Amazon is the Flyer's bigger brother with beds as large as 2.30 x 2.00 m. New was the integrated kitchen and a luxurious seating area with thick cushions.
2000
Holtkamper Tent-O-Matic
In 2002, Holtkamper introduced the Tent O Matic, a tent trailer that sets itself up at lightning speed thanks to an A frame that rises automatically along with the tent. The sporty pyramid tent, based on the Utopia XL, offers
2002
Holtkamper Docktent for motorhomes
The Holtkamper Docktent is an exclusive arched tent made of polyester-acrylic canvas. The Docktent can be "docked" to most passenger cars, turning any car into a camper.
2005
Holtkamper with Adventure Tent
Many children like to sleep in their own (additional) tent. Because this is not always possible or not desirable (just yet), Holtkamper developed the Adventure Tent.
2005
Holtkamper Astro Expedition
The patented construction of the Holtkamper Astro is a world first: aluminum tubes, polyester sailcloth and a fixed sandwich polyester lid in one tent trailer.
2006
Holtkamper Multi-Talent Trailer
In 2007, Holtkamper launched the so-called Multi Talent Trailer concept. On the extended chassis can be
2007
Holtkamper Motor Carrier
There was a lot of demand at trade fairs for the possibility of carrying a motorcycle on the Holtkamper tent trailer. Together with AL-KO we looked at the possibilities and a special chassis was developed for this purpose, so that
2007
Holtkamper introduces Kyte with 'No pole canopy'
In October 2008 at the Jaarbeurs in Utrecht, Holtkamper will introduce the Kyte, a revolutionary tent trailer that will immediately become its new flagship. The Kyte stands out because of its kite-like shape and an integrated luxury
2008
Introducing WindForce® system
Holtkamper was awarded the 2012 Caravaning Design Award - Innovations for New Mobility 2012/2013 for its innovative WindForce folding system. The system allows tent trailers to fold themselves by means of air
2012
Holtkamper introduces the Cocoon Aero
In 2013, the Holtkamper Cocoon Aero will enter the market. The Cocoon Aero is a scaled-down version of the Kyte and can be supplied both with a kitchen (Cocoon Aero MTT) and without a kitchen.
2013
Holtkamper is acquired by DCM Holding (Vouwwagenpecialist Boxtel)
In 2017, Bert Holtkamp (now well past 70) felt it was time to transfer the company to a party where the future of the leading and carefully constructed premium trailer brand Holtkamper
2017
The First Tesla With Holtkamper
In 2017, Holtkamper was visited by Mr. Flipse, an experienced camper who, after years of caravanning with a diesel car, made the switch to an electric Tesla Model X.
2017
Holtkamper introduces the Nano
The Nano is a long sleeper with a large 215 x 160 cm bed with the hardtop tilted to the rear of the trailer. It is a 2-person folding trailer that is super quick to set up.
2019
Holtkamper introduces the Aero
In 2019 Holtkamper introduces the Aero, completely redesigned and tailored to the needs of the modern camper. The model combines the signature Holtkamper comfort with a contemporary design, smart details
2019
New Showroom In Utrecht
In 2019, Holtkamper will open the doors to a new showroom in Utrecht at Heldinnenlaan 211B. With over 1,000 m2 spread over two floors, a spacious workshop and a separate delivery area, this is much more than a
2019
Holtkamper - new design language (Images logo)
In parallel with the development of a new logo and corporate identity, the development of a new design language will begin in 2020, in close cooperation with Hegge Industrial Design.
2020
The New WindForce® System
In 2022, Holtkamper is developing the current WindForce® system. An important step forward, simplifying the system from two engines to one engine, resulting in less complexity and even more
2022
Aero In New Design Language
In the same year, the Aero also receives a visual update. The bodywork is renewed and further developed according to Holtkamper's new design language, giving the model a more modern and distinct look
2022
Camping Remains Popular After Corona
In and after corona, more and more people are consciously choosing to vacation closer to home and the urge to fly is diminishing. As a result, camping remains wildly popular precisely because it offers freedom, flexibility and nature effortlessly
2023
Nano In New Design Bodywork
In 2025, the Nano will get a thorough update. The bodywork will be revamped according to the new design language and feature an updated roof rack, a new door and custom zippers in the hardtop.
2024
Production To IBN In Oss
In 2024, Holtkamper will transfer assembly to IBN in Oss, a high-quality production company where quality and precision are key. Together with engineers, team leaders and employees, an intensive process
2024
Floris Holtkamp Takes Over The Baton
On March 14, 2025, Holtkamper will begin a new chapter: Floris Holtkamp will become the new owner of the then nearly 100-year-old trailer tent brand. With this, the Holtkamp name returns to the helm and the bond with the
2025
Introduction Renewed Astro
At the Caravan Salon Dusseldorf and Camping and Caravan Trade Fair 2025, Holtkamper will present the all-new Astro as a first. In just six minutes it is camping-ready, with which Holtkamper again shows
2025
