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Helmet Knaus established Knaus in Marktbreit, Bavaria in 1961. Their first caravan, Schwalbennest, a small lightweight caravan, was launched the same year. The company launched the Südwind the following year, a range that it is still available today, though almost unrecognisable from the classic caravan launched in 1962.

Knaus UK, which produces caravans unique to the British market, has received many awards at our Caravan Design Awards.

Knaus Sport 450 FU

2025 Caravan Design Awards 
Entrant | Any caravan up to £25,000, Conventional caravan with three or four berths and Any Family caravan

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Knaus Sport 450 FU’s exterior is white with a grey decal stripe. At the front there is a small window. The entrance door is open with a step to gain easy access. There is an information board to the right of the door. Its roof light is open.

Knaus Sport 450 FU exterior

Knaus Sport 450 FU’s interior has wooden furniture with cream doors. Its upholstery is cream with grey edging. There is a fixed transverse bed to the rear.
The Judges’ said …

The Knaus Sport embraces a minimalist approach, offering a straightforward, no-frills caravan experience.  Its exterior features a more traditional, angular design, which is mirrored inside with flat-fronted cupboards and sharp, clean lines.  

  • Price as entered: £24,843
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved? No
  • Berths: Four

Knaus Sport 450 FU Technical Information

Knaus Südwind 580 QS

2025 Caravan Design Awards 
Entrant | Any caravan with five or six berths, Any 8’ wide caravan and Any Large Family caravan

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Knaus Südwind 580 QS’s exterior is white with black edging. The entrance door is open with a step to gain easy access. There is an information board to the left of the door.

Knaus Südwind 580 QS exterior

Knaus Südwind 580 QS’s interior has wooden furniture with cream doors, the upholstery is a dark grey. There are bunk beds to the right and there’s a fixed transverse bed at the front
The Judges’ said …

A practical layout for a family with three bunk beds to maximise the space  

  • Price as entered: £35,879
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved? No
  • Berths: Six

Knaus Südwind 580 QS Technical Information

Knaus Yaseo 340 PX

2025 Caravan Design Awards 
Entrant | Any Two Berth Caravan

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Knaus Yaseo 340PX’s exterior is white with a hexagon pattern beside the front locker. It has no front window. The entrance door is open with a step to gain easy access. There is an information board to the left of the door.

Knaus Yaseo 340 PX exterior

Knaus Yaseo 340PX’s interior has wooden furniture and its upholstery is cream. There is a kitchen and washroom to the front of the caravan. There is a black fridge in a unit.
The Judges’ said …

Knaus has carefully considered every aspect of this design, resulting in a truly distinctive creation. The drop-down double bed is an excellent space-saving solution. Cycling enthusiasts will appreciate the ability to store their bikes inside the caravan during transit, thanks to the two garage doors and secure strapping points. Thoughtful details like the pop-up storage in the kitchen worktop, along with an abundance of storage options, make this a highly functional caravan

  • Price as entered: £25,959
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved? No
  • Berths: Two

Knaus Yaseo 340 PX

2024 Caravan Design Awards 
Third | Any Two Berth Caravan

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Knaus Yaseo 340 PX exterior is white and it has a small square front window in the left hand middle panel. There are grey honeycomb patterned panel at the front..

Knaus Yaseo 340 PX exterior

Knaus Yaseo 340 PX's interior is pale wood with beige upholstery. There is a dispenser with green soap at the front. To the rear there is a panel of strips of wood which includes a holder for the table which held in this position.
The Judges’ said …

This compact caravan is truly cutting-edge and perfectly suited for owners of electric tow cars. Despite its small size, it offers a wealth of features and amenities. The drop-down bed is well designed and I love the ability to store a bike in the lounge area that can be accessed via the garage door. The crowning glory is the fact it is an electric caravan - bravo! This is the future!

  • Price as entered: £28,098
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved? No
  • Berths: Two

Knaus NorthStar 590 UE

2024 Caravan Design Awards 
Any 8ft Wide Caravan entrant

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Knaus NorthStar 590 US's exterior is white with black edging. The door is open and there is a step to gain easy access into the interior.

Knaus NorthStar 590 UE exterior

Knaus NorthStar 590 UE interior has wooden furniture with speckled white and dark grey upholstery. The bedroom is at the rear.
The Judges’ said …

Brilliant long A-frame for improved stability and space to fit a cycle carrier. Quality ABS mouldings meet an AL-KO coupling. Commended for fitting a premium AL-KO noseweight measuring jockey wheel as standard

  • Price as entered: £42,399
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved? No
  • Berths: Four

Knaus NorthStar 590 UE Technical Information

Knaus NorthStar 590 UK

2024 Caravan Design Awards 
Any Large Family Caravan entrant

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Knaus NorthStar 590 UK's exterior is white with black edging. The door is open and there is a step to gain easy access into the interior.

Knaus NorthStar 590 UK exterior

Knaus NorthStar 590 UK's interior has wooden furniture with cream inserts in the cupboards. There are two single beds at the rear. The lounge upholstery is dark grey.
The Judges’ said …

A luxurious caravan with lots of really practical features for a family. Good kitchen layout and huge fridge. I like the cocktail cabinet!

  • Price as entered: £42,045
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved? No
  • Berths: Six

Knaus NorthStar 590 UK Technical Information

Knaus Sport 450 FU

2024 Caravan Design Awards 
Any Fixed Bed Caravan with Three or Four Berths entrant | Any Family Caravan entrant

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Knaus Sport 450 FU's exterior is white with a grey decal along the sides. The door is open and there is a step to gain easy access to its interior.

Knaus Sport 450 FU exterior

Knaus Sport 450 FU's interior is cream and wooden. There is a u shaped sofa at the front. The fixed bed is at the front of the picture. There is a worktop extension over the bed.
The Judges’ said …

Amazing quality throughout, particularly the ABS panels and their fitment to the caravan

  • Price as entered: £28,360
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved? No
  • Berths: Four

Knaus Sport 450 FU Technical Information

Knaus Südwind ‘60’ 580 QS

2024 Caravan Design Awards 
Any Caravan with Five or Six Berths entrant

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Knaus Südwind '60' 580 QS's exterior is white with black edging. The decals are black and gold. The skylight is open.

Knaus Südwind ‘60’ 580 QS exterior

Knaus Südwind '60' 580 QS's interior has pale wood with dark blue upholstery. The lounge seats face each other lengthways. The kitchen basin can be seen at the front of the photograph.
The Judges’ said …

A truly amazing continental caravan that offers an unusual family layout in a premium design. Thoughtful details adorn the exterior of the Knaus Südwind; a truly superb caravan

  • Price as entered: £39,090
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved? No
  • Berths: Six

Knaus Südwind ‘60’ 580 QS Technical Information

Knaus Azur 500 FU

2023 Caravan Design Awards
Fixed bed caravans with three or four berths entrant

The Judges’ said …

Unique in the competition, a super-efficient low carbon van - the touring equivalent of a passivhaus

  • Price as entered: £37,830
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved? No
  • Berths: Four

Knaus Azur 500 FU Technical Information

Knaus Sport 500 KD

2023 Caravan Design Awards
Any large family caravan entrant

The Judges’ said …

Knaus are good at doing a layout that is different to everyone else with a fixed transverse bed to the front, central dinette that converts to a bed and three bunks, which can be accessed from the outside and used as storage

  • Price as entered: £28,291
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved? No
  • Berths: Six

Knaus Sport 500 KD Technical Information

Knaus Südwind North Star 590 UK

2023 Caravan Design Awards
Any caravan with five or six berths entrant

The Judges’ said …

A very solid caravan, with versatility for a larger family.  It has some really genius little extras like the coat hooks and coat rack

  • Price as entered: £32,839
  • Twin axle
  • NCC Approved? No
  • Berths: Six

Knaus Südwind North Star 590 UK Technical Information

Knaus Südwind 60 Years 580 QS

2023 Caravan Design Awards
Any 8ft wide caravan entrant

The Judges’ said …

Its appeal is in the ability to go on holiday with a bigger family. It's well built and has a good quality interior. The sky window and Heki add to the light and the décor is simple

  • Price as entered: £36,035
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved? No
  • Berths: Five

Knaus Südwind 60 Years 580 QS Technical Information

Knaus Südwind 60 Years 540 UE

2023 Caravan Design Awards
Any family caravan entrant

The Judges’ said …

If you need three singles this is a good layout

  • Price as entered: £34,420
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved? No
  • Berths: Three

 

Knaus Südwind 60 Years 540 UE Technical Information

Knaus StarClass 695

2020 Caravan Design Awards
Winner | Any Caravan over £34,000 | Winner | Any Caravan over 8ft wide | Winner | Any Caravan with Dedicated Bed(s)

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Knaus StarClass 695 exterior

The Judges’ said …

A sumptuous and stylish no-compromise caravan for couples wanting twin bed luxury

  • Price as entered: £35,815
  • Twin axle
  • NCC Approved? Yes
  • Berths: 2

Knaus StarClass 695 Technical Information

Knaus StarClass 565

2020 Caravan Design Awards
Winner | Any Caravan £29,000 - £34,000

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Knaus StarClass 565 exterior

The Judges’ said …

Twin bed luxury in a towable package

  • Price as entered: £30,686
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved? Yes
  • Berths: 4

Knaus StarClass 565 Technical Information

Knaus Sport Silver Selection 400LK

2020 Caravan Design Awards
Any Caravan £18,500 - £21,000

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Knaus Sport Silver Selection 400LK exterior

The Judges’ said …

Neat design for two, three or four.  Good quality for the price

  • Price as entered: £18,926
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved? No
  • Berths: 4

Knaus Sport Silver Selection 400LK Technical Information

Knaus Sport & Fun Black Edition

2020 Caravan Design Awards
3rd place | Any Caravan £21,000 - £24,000

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Knaus Sport & Fun Black Edition exterior

The Judges’ said …

What was a desirable toy-hauler has grown up and become sophisticated as well as practical. Innovative use of the lightweight chassis

  • Price as entered: £23,866
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved? No
  • Berths: 4

Knaus Sport & Fun Black Edition Technical Information

Knaus Sport 540 UE Silver Selection

2020 Caravan Design Awards
Any Caravan £18,500 - £21,000

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Knaus Sport 540 UE Silver Selection exterior

The Judges’ said …

Pleasing and roomy u-shaped lounge

  • Price as entered: £24,039
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved? No
  • Berths: 4

Knaus Sport 540 UE Silver Selection Technical Information

Knaus Südwind 580 UE

2020 Caravan Design Awards
2nd place | Any Family Caravan

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Knaus Südwind 580 UE exterior

The Judges’ said …

A terrific four-berth that magically transforms into a couple's caravan when the kids leave home

  • Price as entered: £30,339
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved? No
  • Berths: 4

Knaus Südwind 580 UE Technical Information

Knaus Südwind 580 QS

2020 Caravan Design Awards
2nd place | Any Large Family Caravan

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Knaus Südwind 580 QS exterior

The Judges’ said …

Great for families who want fixed bed and fixed bunks

  • Price as entered: £29,875
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved? No
  • Berths: 7

Knaus Südwind 580 QS Technical Information

Knaus StarClass 480

2020 Caravan Design Awards
2nd place | Any Two Berth Caravan

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Knaus StarClass 480 exterior

The Judges’ said …

The German approach to a classic two-berth tourer, reasonably light and comfortable

  • Price as entered: £27,839
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved? Yes
  • Berths: 2

Knaus StarClass 480 Technical Information

Knaus Sport Silver 500

2019 Caravan Design Awards
2nd place | Any Family Caravan

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Knaus Sport Silver 500 exterior

The Judges’ said …

A bright, appealing and spacious caravan for those who use sites

  • Price as entered: £21,378
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved? No

Knaus Sport Silver 500 Technical Information

Knaus Sport Silver 540

2019 Caravan Design Awards
2nd place | Any Caravan £21,000 - £24,000

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Knaus Sport Silver 540 exterior

 

The Judges’ said …

Tons of ‘wow’!

  • Price as entered: £21,378
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved? No

Knaus Sport Silver 540 Technical Information

Knaus Sport & Fun

2019 Caravan Design Awards
Winner | Any Caravan £18,000 - £21,000

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Knaus Sport & Fun exterior

The Judges’ said …

Great concept, fantastic equipment hauler, a valuable addition to the market

  • Price as entered: £19,355
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved? No

Knaus Sport & Fun Technical Information

Knaus StarClass 480

2019 Caravan Design Awards
Winner | Any Two-Berth Caravan

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Knaus StarClass 480 exterior

The Judges’ said …

Two-berth, easy to use, easy to live with

  • Price as entered: £27,868
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved?  No

Knaus StarClass 480 Technical Information

Knaus StarClass 565

2019 Caravan Design Awards
2nd place | Any Caravan £29,000 - £34,000

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Knaus StarClass 565 exterior

The Judges’ said …

Another great StarClass, excellent attention to detail and outstanding build quality

  • Price as entered: £29,999
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved?  No

Knaus StarClass 565 Technical Information

Knaus StarClass 695

2019 Caravan Design Awards
Winner | Any Caravan over £34,000

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Knaus StarClass 695 exterior

The Judges’ said …

The washroom has the lot with a sealed shower and drying rail!

  • Price as entered: £36,966
  • Twin axle
  • NCC Approved? No

Knaus StarClass 695 Technical Information

Knaus Südwind 540

2019 Caravan Design Awards
2nd place | Any Caravan £24,000 - £29,000

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Knaus Sudwind 540 exterior

The Judges’ said …

A comfortable twin-bed tourer with lots of storage

  • Price as entered: £28,182
  • Single axle
  • NCC Approved?  No

Knaus Südwind 540 Technical Information