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Frenchman sells apartment, moves into motorhome

01.07.2026 13:22 1 min 1 source

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Frenchman sells apartment, moves into motorhome — © Ronan lleva cuatro años viviendo en una autocaravanaGetty Images

Ronan, a 30-year-old Frenchman, sold his apartment for €112,000 and bought a used motorhome for €22,000. Since 2022 he has been living a nomadic life, traveling across France and southern Europe. He works remotely as a web programmer, saving €400 per month compared to his previous housing costs. Main expenses: €200 on fuel, €300 per year on gas, and €5–20 per day for campsites.

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Frenchman sells apartment, moves into motorhome

Ronan, a 30-year-old Frenchman, sold his apartment for €112,000 and bought a used motorhome for €22,000. Since 2022 he has been living a nomadic life,...

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