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Vanlife for those who love to 'spontaneously immerse themselves in nature'

24.04.2026 07:22 1 min 1 source
ICI, le média de la vie locale FRA
Vanlife for those who love to 'spontaneously immerse themselves in nature'
Original source: ICI, le média de la vie locale

Alsace Camper has opened a workshop in Berrwiller (Haut-Rhin) to convert vans and campers. The company offers both turnkey solutions and custom interior fittings. Co-founder Quentin Weymuller notes that vanlife is gaining popularity due to the freedom to spontaneously head into nature and feel like a week-long break in just a weekend. Alsace Camper also plans to develop expedition vehicles.

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Vanlife for those who love to 'spontaneously immerse themselves in nature'

24.04.2026 ICI, le média de la vie locale FRA Original source

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