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TV host Bettina Tietjen shared her experience traveling in a Fiat Ducatoⓘ motorhome with 360,000 km on the odometer. She prefers simple campsites without entertainment and fixed pitches, values spontaneity, and uses the trick of picking up left-behind items.
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TV host Bettina Tietjen shared her experience traveling in a Fiat Ducato motorhome with 360,000 km on the odometer. She prefers simple campsites witho...
TV host Bettina Tietjen shared her experience traveling in a Fiat Ducato motorhome with 360,000 km on the odometer. She prefers simple campsites without entertainment and fixed pitches, values spontaneity, and uses the trick of picking up left-behind items.
Germany — fuel prices
Updated: 08.08.2026
Super E10
$2.55 /l
€2.21 · £1.89/l
136 of 140
pricier than 96% of countries
Super Plus 98
$2.66 /l
€2.30 · £1.97/l
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pricier than 95% of countries
Diesel
$2.60 /l
€2.25 · £1.93/l
135 of 141
pricier than 95% of countries
Premium Diesel
$2.95 /l
€2.55 · £2.18/l
39 of 40
pricier than 95% of countries
LPG
$1.27 /l
€1.10 · £0.94/l
50 of 53
pricier than 92% of countries
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TV host Bettina Tietjen (66) has been traveling with her husband for 35 years in a converted Fiat Ducato with 360,000 km on the odometer. She prefers simple campsites without animation or water slides, valuing a good view and the ability to hang a hammock. Tietjen notes that many beginners are overly concerned with sanitary facilities and the latest gear, while experienced campers get by with minimal equipment.
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