Motorhome falls into Scarpe river in Saint-Amand

In France, a motorhome left overnight on the sand at low tide was flooded by the incoming tide the next morning. The driver underestimated the speed of the rising water, leaving the vehicle stuck in wet sand and partially submerged. Recovery requires heavy equipment and can cost several hundred euros, with saltwater damage adding significant repair costs. Beach parking is illegal in many areas and carries fines.

Organizers of the Camper Van Week-End Paris-Chantilly have announced that ticket sales are now open for the event, scheduled for October 9–11, 2026, in the Chantilly forest. The program includes an exhibition village with new and used camper vans, a bivouac area in nature, and evening concerts with an 80/90s theme. Parking costs €8 online (€10 on site), and the bivouac pass is €40 online (€50 on site).

French web developer Ronan sold his house in Brest for €112,000 and has been living full-time in a motorhome since spring 2022. He travels across Southern Europe without a fixed itinerary, working remotely via mobile internet. He bought a used motorhome for €22,000 and spent €800 on DIY interior fitting. With a monthly net income of €1,600–€1,800, Ronan now saves €300–€400 per month, whereas previous housing costs (water, gas, electricity, and an annual property tax of €480) left little room for savings.

French manufacturer Pilote and Bavaria are updating the front design of their integral motorhomes for the 2027 model year. Instead of the rounded 'friendly' face used by Pilote for about a decade, the new models feature a more angular front with contrasting paint and LED lights connected by a black panel. The changes are driven not only by aesthetics but also by new European safety regulations (General Safety Regulation) requiring integration of cameras and driver assistance systems, which is more challenging for integral motorhomes where the manufacturer designs the entire front end. The rear also gets a new light signature with an LED strip.

The fourth edition of the Provence Van Week-End will take place on September 12–13, 2026, at the Jardins d'Albertas in Bouc-Bel-Air. The event will feature a large exhibitor village with dozens of professionals in van conversions, accessories, and rentals, as well as a bivouac for overnight stays, live concerts, and food trucks. Organizers say the festival is aimed at both experienced travelers and newcomers.

Ronan, a resident of Brest, sold his 60 sq m house for €112,000 and bought a used 2005 motorhome for €22,000. Since spring 2022, he has been traveling and working freelance, saving €300–400 per month on a net income of €1,600–1,800. However, experts note that this model requires location-independent work, minimalism, and acceptance of seasonal costs; in the Netherlands, permanent motorhome living faces tax and administrative hurdles.