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Frenchman sells house for €112,000 to live in motorhome and save €400 a month

02.07.2026 16:35 1 min 3 sources РУС
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Frenchman sells house for €112,000 to live in motorhome and save €400 a month
Original source: Computer Hoy

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Ronan sold his house for €112,000, bought a motorhome for €22,000, and now saves up to €400 monthly while traveling Europe.

French web developer Ronan sold his house in Brest for €112,000 and bought a used 2005 motorhome for €22,000, spending an additional €800 on conversion. Since 2022, he has led a nomadic lifestyle, traveling through France, Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

With a monthly income of €1,600–1,800, Ronan saves €300–400. Main expenses include fuel (about €200 per month), groceries, gas (8–10 cylinders per year or about €300 annually), and occasional campsite stays (€5–20 per night). He notes the need to adapt to the limited 14 sq m space and resource planning.

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