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High housing prices in Spain push people to consider living in motorhomes. A couple estimates monthly costs of €600–1,200, with used motorhomes costing €15,000–30,000.
In Spain, the housing crisis is driving more people to consider living in a motorhome as an alternative to renting. The couple David and Lara plan to move into a motorhome to save on rent. They estimate monthly expenses of €600 to €1,200, including fuel, insurance, food, and campsite fees, with an initial investment of €15,000–30,000 for a used motorhome.
Antonio, a 37-year-old teacher, already lives in a motorhome to save on rent. He uses solar panels and free water, with his main costs around €20 for propane.
The Spanish Caravanning Industry Association notes that most motorhomes are used for tourism and urges authorities to address the housing crisis.
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Spanish couple David and Lara are considering motorhome living as an alternative to renting. They estimate monthly costs between 600 and 1200 euros, c...
Spanish couple David and Lara are considering motorhome living as an alternative to renting. They estimate monthly costs between 600 and 1200 euros, covering fuel, insurance, food, and campsites, with an initial investment of 15000 to 30000 euros for a used vehicle.
Due to high housing prices in Spain, more people are considering living in a motorhome as a temporary solution. Antonio, a 37-year-old teacher, saves ...
Due to high housing prices in Spain, more people are considering living in a motorhome as a temporary solution. Antonio, a 37-year-old teacher, saves on rent by using solar panels and free water, with his main expense being about 20 euros for propane. The Spanish Caravanning Industry Association notes that most motorhomes are used for tourism and calls on authorities to address the housing crisis.
Spain — fuel prices
Updated: 05.09.2026
Sin plomo 95
$2.15 /l
€1.84 · £1.58/l
145 of 167
pricier than 86% of countries
Sin plomo 98
$2.37 /l
€2.04 · £1.75/l
84 of 102
pricier than 81% of countries
Gasóleo A
$2.16 /l
€1.85 · £1.59/l
133 of 166
pricier than 80% of countries
Gasóleo Premium
$2.26 /l
€1.94 · £1.66/l
27 of 46
pricier than 57% of countries
GLP
$1.30 /l
€1.12 · £0.96/l
51 of 55
pricier than 91% of countries
GNC
$1.97 /l
€1.69 · £1.45/l
9 of 15
pricier than 53% of countries
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High rental prices are forcing some people in Spain to move into motorhomes. One such resident invested 30,000 euros in a seven-meter motorhome, abandoning a rented apartment due to fatigue from roommates and unstable employment. Industry professionals warn that motorhomes are neither the cause nor the solution to the country's housing crisis.
In Spain, a growing number of people with steady jobs are choosing a motorhome as their primary residence due to high rental and property purchase prices. For instance, teacher Antonio purchased a motorhome for 30,000 euros because he could not afford rent in Madrid, where housing prices have risen by over 40% in the last decade. While living in a motorhome solves the housing issue, it comes with limitations regarding space, logistics, and ambiguous legislation regulating overnight stays in vehicles.
In Spain, motorhomes are not legally recognized as permanent housing, despite growing interest in this lifestyle. The main issue is the impossibility of official registration at a vehicle's address, which limits access to basic services. The industry association Aseicar emphasizes that these vehicles are designed for travel, not for solving housing problems.
Luis, creator of the YouTube channel Refugio Arenas, has started living in a caravan on a farm in Asturias. To move toward self-sufficiency, he bought vegetable seedlings and a water pump. He works online as a holistic coach, uses a portable shower and battery, and visits a nearby village gym.
CamperCas has unveiled the MAN TGE Adrenaline camper based on a 4x4 chassis. The model is available in Spain from 37,900 euros and accommodates four people. Equipment includes a bathroom with shower, Dometic kitchen, 70-liter fridge, two 120W solar panels, a 275Ah battery and a Webasto heater.
French retirees Chantal and Didier Gautherey from Hérault have spent four winters in Spain in their motorhome, citing warm weather and lower living costs. According to France Info, Spain attracts motorhomers with free parking, drinking water, toll-free motorways and cheaper fuel: Philippe Bardoux saves 30 euros per tank compared with France. Olivier Eglinsdoerfer, co-manager of Vanbreak Campervan in Andalusia, says about 200,000 French motorhomers visit Spain annually, and the country is expanding infrastructure for motorhomes and campervans as Greece, Portugal and France tighten restrictions.
According to official records from the Lanzarote Cabildo Data Centre, just over 400 motorhomes were registered on the island in 2015, while the current figure exceeds 2,000. This represents an increase of more than 400% in a decade. The statistics do not include converted camper vans. In 2026, the island's southern campsite, open until 4 October, has upgraded its facilities and recorded record camper numbers. The Cabildo is considering a specific area in the north of the island to manage the activity; parking or overnight stays in prohibited places can result in fines.
A cost comparison shows that an annual pitch for a caravan on the Costa Blanca costs €250–350 per month, including water and sometimes electricity. A studio in Limoges rents for around €380 excluding charges. With electricity (€30–50), groceries (10–15% cheaper than in France) and basic health insurance, the caravan budget totals €400–480 per month, versus €480–550 for the studio. Stays over 90 days require resident registration.
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