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Motorhome parking costs soar: legal cheap alternative gains popularity

11.07.2026 03:14 1 min 2 sources
Pleine Vie FRA + 1 more
Motorhome parking costs soar: legal cheap alternative gains popularity
Original source: Pleine Vie

In Brief

A night at commercial motorhome stops in France costs €13–€25. Travelers increasingly choose overnight stays with private hosts via France Passion and HomeCamper.

In 2026, a night at commercial motorhome stops in France costs €13–€25; over 15 nights expenses exceed €300. Travelers are increasingly choosing overnight stays with private individuals — farmers or residents — which is legally permitted for up to six motorhomes on a plot for up to three months.

Services France Passion (about 2,200 farms, subscription ~€35 per year) and HomeCamper (€8–€18 per night) legally reduce costs. A key condition is not to set up a full campsite outside the vehicle.

Meanwhile, a survey among motorhome owners showed that most do not consider security at stops a priority. Many users noted that additional measures such as fences and cameras contradict the sense of freedom and lead to higher service costs.

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Motorhome stopovers are getting expensive: the legal and cheaper alternative is booming

23.04.2026 Pleine Vie FRA Original source

Is More Security Needed at Motorhome Parking Areas?

04.03.2026 Le Monde du Camping-Car FRA Original source

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