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French couple Édouard and Valérie have covered 100,000 km in a converted Renault Master 4×4, visiting over 30 countries. Their route included the North Cape, Turkey, Morocco, Mauritania, and Senegal. The journey began in 2022 after meticulous preparation of the vehicle, featuring a camper body by Cellule-Touareg and all-wheel drive by Oberaigner. The couple emphasizes the importance of self-planning and using local contacts for overnight stops.

French motorhome manufacturer Rapido, founded in 1961, announced the largest catalog renewal in its history for its 65th anniversary and the 20th anniversary of the Itineo brand. For the 2027 model year, over a third of the 70 models will be updated, featuring new designs and solar panel equipment. The group, the world's fourth-largest motorhome builder, produces 25,000 units annually with a turnover of €825 million.

The Seasonova Les Sept-Îles campsite in Trélévern will hold a flea market for outdoor equipment on May 14. The event promotes slow life and ecology: nothing is thrown away, everything is recovered and shared. It aims to launch the season with values of environmental respect, sharing, and simplicity.

French broadcaster France Télévisions has released a documentary series 'Nomades' about digital nomads and van lifers. The three episodes follow Clémence, Nicolas, Manon, Dylan, and Marine, who left sedentary life to travel in camper vans while working remotely. The series explores their motivations (pandemic, burnout, boredom) and the hidden challenges behind #vanlife and #digitalnomad hashtags.

On the night of 25–26 April 2026, a fire broke out on a private plot in Champagne (Sarthe department). The blaze destroyed a caravan, two cars and a shed. Investigators are leaning towards arson.

On a French radio show, a listener complained about motorhome prices, noting that not everyone can afford a model costing €50,000. Economist Pierre Rondeau and other participants discussed the affordability of motorhomes amid the economic crisis.