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French families embrace camper vans for holidays

03.08.2026 13:08 1 min 1 source
cannes.maville.com FRA
French families embrace camper vans for holidays
Original source: cannes.maville.com

According to data published on August 3, 2026, more French people are choosing motorhomes and camper vans for their vacations. Jimmy, Morgane, and their two children have been traveling in a camper van for six years. Despite differing approaches to nomadic travel, all share a passion for it and the sense of freedom it provides.

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