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Rising fuel prices are forcing tourists to reconsider motorhome and caravan travel plans. Camper owners report that fuel costs have doubled compared to when diesel was 1.30 euros. Campgrounds are seeing increased booking cancellations, with some tourists canceling even summer trips.
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Rising fuel prices are forcing tourists to reconsider motorhome and caravan travel plans. Camper owners report that fuel costs have doubled compared t...
Rising fuel prices are forcing tourists to reconsider motorhome and caravan travel plans. Camper owners report that fuel costs have doubled compared to when diesel was 1.30 euros. Campgrounds are seeing increased booking cancellations, with some tourists canceling even summer trips.
Updated: 13.06.2026
Diesel
$1.89 /l
€1.63 · £1.41/l
91 of 132
pricier than 68% of countries
Petrol
$1.80 /l
€1.55 · £1.34/l
93 of 134
pricier than 69% of countries
LPG
$1.21 /l
€1.04 · £0.90/l
40 of 48
pricier than 81% of countries
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