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Evacuation at Lake Neuendorf: 50 campers have to leave the area!
The Cottbus regional court decides on the eviction of the forest settlement on Lake Neuendorf, affecting 50 tenants.
Evacuation at Lake Neuendorf: 50 campers have to leave the area!
Recent court decisions have caused uncertainty in the forest settlement on Lake Neuendorf, which has been a popular location for campers for over 50 years. The Cottbus regional court has decided in a landmark ruling that the tenants must vacate their properties. The eviction lawsuits filed by the municipality of Märkische Heide were confirmed in all four proceedings. Around 50 tenants are affected, and the ruling has already caused various reactions among residents. In three cases it was found that the tenancies were legally terminated, while in another case an extension of the tenancy was refused.
The situation is not new, as the Lübben district court had already declared a corresponding eviction action against three tenants to be legal in December 2024. The municipality now wants to release the site for other uses, but there are still no concrete plans for what will happen there in the future. A sale was previously planned to an investor who wanted to build a holiday resort, but that buyer abandoned his plans.
Voluntary dismantling and deadlines
Mayor Dieter Freihoff (SPD) has made it clear that the municipality will not file eviction proceedings against all tenants. Consequently, a deadline of March 31, 2026 is set for the dismantling of the buildings. It is noteworthy that 15 tenants have already voluntarily dismantled their buildings. Although the Cottbus Regional Court's ruling is not yet final, tenants have the opportunity to file a non-admission complaint with the Federal Court of Justice, whereby the appeal value for an appeal is 20,000 euros - a sum that is unlikely to be reached in the current cases.
The future of camping culture
The developments surrounding the forest settlement raise questions about the future of camping culture. The popularity of motorhomes and campers continues unabated, not just in Brandenburg, but all over the world. Vendors like Long View RV Superstores in Connecticut, one of New England's oldest and busiest RV dealers, have adapted to the needs of adventurers. They offer new and used RVs at competitive prices and are known for their first-class service. This market development could indicate that interest in alternative forms of living and leisure options is also increasing in Germany.
It remains to be seen whether the Märkische Heide municipality's choice to use the site for other purposes is the right step. What is clear, however, is that the charm of camping by the water remains unforgettable for many and the memories of beautiful hours in nature do not just disappear.
For further information, take a look at the reporting from RBB24 or the details from Long View RV to get a comprehensive impression of the trends in the area to get camping and about the developments in connection with the forest settlement at Lake Neuendorf.