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Portugal is the second most popular motorhome destination in Europe

19.06.2026 09:00 1 min 1 source РУС
Ekonomista POR
Portugal is the second most popular motorhome destination in Europe
Original source: Ekonomista

More Portuguese travelers are choosing motorhomes over hotels. A category B driving license (up to 3.5 tons) covers most rental models. Daily rental costs range from €70 to €350 depending on season and vehicle class. Overnight parking outside campsites is only allowed in designated areas, and deploying awnings or outdoor furniture may be considered illegal camping.

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Updated: 08.08.2026

Sin plomo 95

$2.32 /l

€2.01 · £1.72/l

128 of 140

pricier than 91% of countries

Sin plomo 98

$2.46 /l

€2.13 · £1.83/l

84 of 93

pricier than 89% of countries

Gasóleo simples

$2.39 /l

€2.06 · £1.77/l

127 of 141

pricier than 89% of countries

Gasóleo especial

$2.44 /l

€2.11 · £1.81/l

32 of 40

pricier than 78% of countries

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$1.09 /l

€0.94 · £0.80/l

39 of 53

pricier than 72% of countries

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