In EU countries, tourism involving camper vans or camping is on the rise

Sunday, May 3, 2026

Il Sole 24 Ore

Camper and camping tourism is rapidly growing across the EU, reaching 413 million nights in 2025.

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Campervan and camping tourism is growing across the EU, reaching 413 million nights in 2025, with a faster increase than other accommodation types. France, Spain, and Italy lead this trend. Eurostat notes that while camping and caravanning accounted for only 13.4% of all tourist overnight stays in 2025, their popularity has steadily increased over the last decade, driven by a sense of adventure and freedom.

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