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Motorhome for €60,000? The €1,000 alternative is booming this summer

16.05.2026 17:30 1 min 1 source
Caradisiac.com FRA
Motorhome for €60,000? The €1,000 alternative is booming this summer
Original source: Caradisiac.com

With average motorhome prices exceeding €60,000, demand for cheaper alternatives is rising. Roof top tents (RTT), priced between €1,000 and €5,000, have seen a 12% annual growth in Europe, reaching €550 million in turnover. The fifth RTT festival will take place from September 11–13 at Lake Madine, France, featuring exhibitions, test zones, and music.

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