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Campervan trip through Albania: simplified border crossing and free camping

20.09.2026 12:54 1 min 1 source РУС
famtimes.co.kr KOR
Campervan trip through Albania: simplified border crossing and free camping
Original source: FAM타임스

According to a video on the YouTube channel '노마드션 No mad Shaun', entering Albania requires only a vehicle registration certificate and a passport. The country uses its own currency, the lek, and locals allow free camping near the coast, sometimes with electricity. However, the traveler noted traffic congestion, disorderly parking, corruption, and difficulties in finding safe overnight spots in the wild.

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AL Albania — fuel prices

Updated: 19.09.2026

Super 95

$2.63 /l

ALL209.46 · €2.29/l

160 of 167

pricier than 95% of countries

RON 100

$2.82 /l

ALL225.02 · €2.46/l

97 of 101

pricier than 95% of countries

Naftë

$2.79 /l

ALL222.21 · €2.43/l

159 of 166

pricier than 95% of countries

Premium Diesel

$2.88 /l

ALL229.75 · €2.51/l

41 of 46

pricier than 87% of countries

LPG Auto

$0.87 /l

ALL69.03 · €0.75/l

27 of 55

cheaper than 53% of countries

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