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Travelers in motorhomes share their holiday experiences in Brittany

08.08.2026 18:06 1 min 1 source РУС
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Travelers in motorhomes share their holiday experiences in Brittany
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At the motorhome area in Grand-Champ, Morbihan, open since May 2019, travelers shared their experiences. Two couples and a family discussed their routes, equipment costs, and the benefits of this type of vacation. The area offers 20 parking spots, service stations, and free Wi-Fi, accessible via the PASS'ÉTAPE card.

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Travelers in motorhomes share their holiday experiences in Brittany

08.08.2026 actu.fr FRA Original source

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Updated: 08.08.2026

SP95-E10

$2.34 /l

€2.03 · £1.74/l

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pricier than 92% of countries

SP98

$2.41 /l

€2.08 · £1.79/l

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pricier than 87% of countries

Gazole

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€2.20 · £1.88/l

131 of 141

pricier than 92% of countries

Gazole premium

$2.59 /l

€2.24 · £1.92/l

33 of 40

pricier than 80% of countries

GPL

$1.21 /l

€1.05 · £0.90/l

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pricier than 85% of countries

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$0.98 /l

€0.85 · £0.73/l

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