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Sascha and Isabel Bozzale spent 11 months and 32,000 euros converting a van. A documentary about their trip airs on WDR and ARD.
The documentary "We Become Campers" tells the story of a couple from Unna who converted a van into a camper themselves and set off for Albania. Sascha and Isabel Bozzale (both 28) spent 32,000 euros and 11 months building their home on wheels.
The film shows their journey, including challenging weather conditions and encounters with locals. According to sources, the premiere is scheduled for July 5, 2026 on ARD, and the film will also be shown on WDR. Free camping is permitted in Albania.
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WDR will broadcast a documentary about a couple from Unna who converted a van into a camper and travelled to Albania. Sascha and Isabel Bozzale (both ...
WDR will broadcast a documentary about a couple from Unna who converted a van into a camper and travelled to Albania. Sascha and Isabel Bozzale (both 28) spent €32,000 and 11 months building their motorhome. The film covers their journey, including severe weather and interactions with locals.
Sascha and Isabel Bozzale from Unna spent 11 months and €32,000 converting a van into a camper. They are traveling to Albania, where wild camping is s...
Sascha and Isabel Bozzale from Unna spent 11 months and €32,000 converting a van into a camper. They are traveling to Albania, where wild camping is still permitted. A documentary about their journey will air on July 5, 2026 on ARD.
Albania — fuel prices
Updated: 01.08.2026
Super 95
$2.20 /l
ALL177.54 · €1.91/l
125 of 140
pricier than 89% of countries
RON 100
$2.54 /l
ALL205.00 · €2.20/l
86 of 94
pricier than 90% of countries
Naftë
$2.38 /l
ALL191.82 · €2.06/l
128 of 141
pricier than 90% of countries
Premium Diesel
$2.47 /l
ALL199.09 · €2.14/l
32 of 41
pricier than 76% of countries
LPG Auto
$0.83 /l
ALL66.81 · €0.72/l
21 of 54
cheaper than 63% of countries
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Sascha and Isabel Bozzale from Unna completed an 11-month self-build of a camper van and set off on their first trip to Albania. The project cost €32,000, made possible by living rent-free with parents. The route includes Shkodër, Berat, Gjirokastër, and Tirana, with wild camping on the coast and rafting in the Osum Canyon.
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Isabel and Sascha Bozzale from Unna spent 11 months and €32,000 converting a van into a camper. They embarked on a week-long trip across Albania, visiting Shkodër, Berat, Gjirokastër, and Tirana. Albania was chosen for its allowance of wild camping and scenic landscapes.
A motorhome itinerary through Albania has been published, covering the coast from Shkodër to Butrint. Key stops include Rozafa Castle, Karavasta Lagoon, the Apollonia archaeological park, and the UNESCO-listed city of Berat. The article notes that Albania follows the 'Besa' code of hospitality, and about one-third of the population speaks Italian.
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