5 min read
28.08.2025

Mobile or immobile?

Between freedom on wheels and the comfort of your own home

A serene park with young trees, a small pond, and a modern building in the background under a clear blue sky.

Life on wheels – for many, it is the ultimate sense of freedom. Bringing your home wherever you go, discovering new places at your own pace, and stopping spontaneously wherever it feels right: vanlife has gained a growing following in recent years. For some, it’s a short adventure during summer holidays, for others, a way of life. Whether in a simple camper van, a comfortable motorhome, or a luxurious liner – the fascination lies in independence.

But one thing defines the quality of mobile living above all: the right pitch. Travelers not only want flexibility, but also comfort and an inspiring environment.

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Vanlife by the Baltic Sea
Nature meets comfort and cultural heritage
For one night or a new lifestyle
Freedom – mobile or settled?
Engel & Völkers Schleswig-Holstein – Your partner at the crossroads

Vanlife by the Baltic Sea

An ideal destination for this is the Gut Damp Dorotheenpark in Schleswig-Holstein. Just a few minutes from the Baltic Sea and nestled within the gentle landscapes of the Schwansen peninsula, a spacious 8-hectare site offers motorhome travelers a unique home away from home.

The pitches are modern, equipped with electricity and water connections, well-kept sanitary facilities, and plenty of space for privacy. Freedom on the road meets the comfort you expect on holiday.

Nature meets comfort and cultural heritage

What makes Gut Damp Dorotheenpark special is its combination of nature, comfort, and historic charm. It’s not just about the pitches – the historic estate itself invites you to linger.

The former Kuhhaus now welcomes guests as a restaurant serving regional cuisine. The old barn has been transformed into stylish holiday lofts, blending modern architecture with historic character. Scenic walks, cycling tours along the Baltic Sea coast, or a visit to the historic manor enrich every stay. Vanlife here becomes something more than just camping – close to nature, comfortable, and always with a touch of cultural heritage.

For one night or a new lifestyle

Whether it’s just an overnight stay, a weekend getaway, or a longer stay: Gut Damp Dorotheenpark offers a unique atmosphere where freedom and relaxation go hand in hand. And this often raises a bigger question: should the “mobile” really replace the permanent “immobile”? Or does traveling in a motorhome remain a valuable balance to everyday life in your own four walls?

Freedom – mobile or settled?

The choice between a mobile lifestyle and a permanent home is not always an either-or decision. It often reflects the current stage of life. Many people enjoy both: life on the road and the comfort of their own home. Others go all in, giving up their house or apartment for a life on wheels.

And some, after years of traveling, feel ready to settle down again – looking for a property that matches their new lifestyle.

Engel & Völkers Schleswig-Holstein – Your partner at the crossroads

At this intersection between adventure on the road and the comfort of a permanent home, Engel & Völkers Schleswig-Holstein is at your side:

Do you want to sell or rent your property to fully embrace mobile life?
Or are you ready to return to a permanent home and find the right property?

Whichever path you choose, we are here for you. Because true freedom is not only about being mobile – it is about choosing the lifestyle that suits your current phase of life.