Sterckeman:
a point of history​

The story of Sterckeman begins in a family service station in Seclin, in the north of France. It was when he saw English customers hitching a caravan – called a trailer at the time – to their car, that Alexandre Sterckeman, 25 years old and a bodybuilder in his parents’ business, embarked on building his first caravan to go on vacation with his family. The caravan barely finished, he sold it to a passing doctor who fell under its charm. Even though the bodywork remains the financial driver, Alexandre continues to produce a few caravans a year in a modest hangar located next to the family service station.

In 1950, the activity gained momentum, marking the beginning of a promising expansion: 50 caravans manufactured in 1954.800 in 1960.3500 in 1964! The uniqueness of its caravan: a unique construction method with a metal frame (not wood, like many manufacturers of the time). Inspired by wartime aviation, the metal structure was lightened with thousands of holes. In 1966, tired of the hassles of entrepreneurship, Alexandre Sterckeman sold his company, then the number 2 in the French market, to Bertrand Faure, an automotive equipment supplier.

In 1974, Crédit Lyonnais (then a nationalized bank) took control of TRIGANO and STERCKEMAN. In 1987, Trigano was privatized and the new management transferred the production of Sterckeman caravans from Seclin to Tournon-sur-Rhône in Ardèche (France).

While most caravan interiors are traditionally dark, STERCKEMAN is launching its new FJORD range, dressed in pastel fabrics specially chosen by a stylist to match the light shades of the woodwork. A range that, although evolved, was marketed until 1998.

A true generalist manufacturer, Sterckeman offers around thirty models in its catalog, from the small 3. 60m to the 8. 60m long residential caravan.

New exterior and interior decorations. A yellow stripe appears on the bodies, yellow will characterize Sterckeman for more than 10 years.

STERCKEMAN offers a high-end caravan equipped for the first time with a polyester body. Refined interior, impeccable level of equipment, and comfort: A luxurious caravan where harmony and space are paramount.

Appearance of the red color and the red dot On the bodies, red will gradually replace yellow over the following years.

STERCKEMAN creates a sensation with this caravan that incorporates all the elements of a home, featuring an L-shaped kitchen-bar and a large lounge. Besides its design, ESPACE also stands out with the XL Freeze fridge, a revolutionary drawer refrigerator still in use today.

STERCKEMAN stands out once again with its ALIZE CONNECT model by offering even greater interior comfort. Large U-shaped lounge, large skyview, and large bay window to provide optimal brightness, large kitchen, and plenty of storage. . . the list is long to mention all the advantages of this caravan with exceptional comfort.

With the Starlett Graphite Edition, no one will be able to say that all caravans look alike! Recognizable by its gray polyester body, this special edition also stands out with its exceptional over-equipment.

STERCKEMAN has stood out for 80 years with its spirit of innovation. A value at the heart of the brand’s history that we wish to perpetuate more than ever. In this anniversary year, it seemed important to us to make a statement and offer a new brand image. Throughout the pages, we invite you to discover our new logo, our new decorations, and a unique body color in the caravan market. Sterckeman is today the oldest French brand in the caravan market.