Spain: roadworthiness checks for campers over 10 every six months
Spain now requires campers over 10 years old to pass a roadworthiness test every six months. Plus: a Kia and LG electric camper and three new campsites in Korea.
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VanSky index for Marseille 13, France — 94 out of 100 (Ideal). Decide in seconds: temperature, precipitation, wind, solar output and water temperature. Refreshed every 3 hours.
Marseille 13, France — VanSky 95 out of 100. Ideal conditions for motorhome travel. Ranked #382 of 1017 cities in the country (as of 1 June 2026). Temperature 29°C, wind 32 km/h. Solar panels yield 3.1 kWh/day at 400 W — enough for full autonomy. Water temperature 21°C.
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Diesel
$2.46 /l
€2.11 · £1.83/l
119 of 127
pricier than 93% of countries
Petrol
$2.43 /l
€2.08 · £1.81/l
118 of 126
pricier than 93% of countries
LPG
$1.27 /l
€1.09 · £0.94/l
40 of 46
pricier than 85% of countries
French company Vanroad Évasion has unveiled a prototype electric motorhome based on the Toyota Proace Electric with a 75 kWh battery. Five fold-out solar panels on the roof provide a peak power of 2.5 kW. Under favorable conditions, the system can recover up to 80 km of range per day, but requires long stops in direct sunlight. During a test trip to Morocco, a less sunny day yielded about 13 kWh, corresponding to roughly 65 km. The motorhome is fully electric: induction hob, heating and refrigerator operate without gas. An additional 10 kWh battery serves as a buffer and can add about 35 km of range. The project shows how electric RVs can reduce reliance on charging infrastructure, provided travelers adopt a slow pace.
The French Federation of Motorhome Associations and Clubs (Ffaccc) has launched a treasure hunt for three Louis d'Or coins hidden in France. Due to rising gold prices, the prize value has exceeded 2000 euros. Only members of the federation for at least six months can participate. A new clue is released each month, and the coins are hidden in one of 80 village-étapes.
In Tulle and Herrlisheim, groups of travelers illegally occupied stadiums. Authorities plan to take legal action to evict the trespassers.
Approximately 150 caravans illegally occupied the Lavières site in Brottes on May 25. Members of local associations report litter, a damaged fence, and excrement. The president of the aeromodelling club fears for the condition of the recently renovated runway. Departure is scheduled for June 1; otherwise, the mayor will take necessary measures.
On May 31, 2026, three separate illegal encampments by traveler caravans were reported in France: in Ain, Saint-Andiol, and Entrelac. Authorities are responding, sports clubs cancel events.
After several months of work, the Trébucien motorhome area in Bayeux (Calvados) reopened to users on June 1, 2026. It now offers several services and a secure entrance.
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