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I tried vanlife. It was a vacation hell

31.03.2026 11:37 1 min 1 source
stern.de DEU

The author embarked on a camper van trip through Sweden, inspired by idealized social media photos. The reality fell short of expectations: scenic spots were occupied, and he was chased away from one parking area by the landowner.

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I tried vanlife. It was a vacation hell

31.03.2026 stern.de DEU Original source

🇸🇪 Sweden — fuel prices

Updated: 25.07.2026

Super 95

$1.66 /l

SEK16.10 · €1.46/l

92 of 140

pricier than 65% of countries

Super Plus 98

$1.80 /l

SEK17.42 · €1.58/l

58 of 94

pricier than 61% of countries

Diesel

$2.02 /l

SEK19.60 · €1.78/l

113 of 141

pricier than 79% of countries

E85

$1.59 /l

SEK15.44 · €1.40/l

5 of 6

pricier than 67% of countries

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Stockholm +20°·38 km/h
92
Värmland +21°·29 km/h
92
Blekinge +21°·23 km/h
92
Västra Götaland County +20°·42 km/h
91
Dalarna +21°·58 km/h
91
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Jämtland County +16°·44 km/h
75
Kronoberg +22°·42 km/h
79

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