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Camping-Car Park reports record growth across Europe and Portugal

20.02.2026 22:44 1 min 1 source
TecheNet POR

The European network of motorhome service areas, Camping-Car Park, reported record results for 2025. Sales volume increased by 31% to 35 million euros, while overnight stays rose by 15% to 4.85 million. In Portugal, the Lavos service area was the most notable, with over 85% of its overnight stays attributed to foreign visitors.

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20.02.2026 TecheNet POR

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