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Camping in Europe 2026: Croatia most expensive, Turkey cheapest

12.07.2026 03:16 1 min 2 sources
oe24.at DEU + 1 more
Camping in Europe 2026: Croatia most expensive, Turkey cheapest

In Brief

According to two studies, camping costs in Europe have risen 24.7% since 2020. Croatia tops the list (€78.28 per night for a family), Turkey is the most affordable (under €14). Off-season prices drop by an average of 29%.

According to an ACSI study, camping costs in Europe have risen 24.7% since 2020. The most expensive destination was Croatia (€78.28 per night for a family), while Turkey was the most affordable (under €14). In Norway, prices nearly doubled, while Italy saw a 6% decrease.

According to the PiNCAMP portal, the average night for a family of two adults and one child in Austria will be €56 in the summer season 2026. The most expensive were Croatia (€73) and Italy (€63). Within continental regions, prices are significantly lower: Sweden €7 per night, Italy €12. Outside the high season, costs drop by an average of 29% across Europe, and by 20% in Austria.

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Camping in Europe: Ranking reveals most expensive and cheapest countries

12.06.2026 oe24.at DEU Original source

Camping 2026: Where and When It's Cheapest

06.05.2026 kurier.at DEU Original source

🇦🇹 Austria — fuel prices

Updated: 25.07.2026

Super 95

$2.14 /l

€1.86 · £1.59/l

122 of 140

pricier than 86% of countries

Super Plus 98

$2.56 /l

€2.22 · £1.90/l

88 of 94

pricier than 93% of countries

Super 100

$2.53 /l

€2.20 · £1.88/l

22 of 24

pricier than 88% of countries

Diesel

$2.30 /l

€2.00 · £1.71/l

127 of 141

pricier than 89% of countries

Premium Diesel

$2.78 /l

€2.41 · £2.07/l

37 of 41

pricier than 88% of countries

LPG

$1.42 /l

€1.23 · £1.05/l

54 of 55

pricier than 96% of countries

Erdgas

$2.02 /l

€1.76 · £1.50/l

14 of 15

pricier than 87% of countries

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