Working from a motorhome — Starlink, solar and ergonomics for digital nomads

Working from a motorhome — the digital nomad reality

The community of digital nomads living in motorhomes grows every year. What was an exotic curiosity a few years ago is now a functioning lifestyle for thousands of people across Europe. If you have a job you can do remotely, a motorhome opens the door to a kind of freedom most people can only dream of. But making that freedom work depends on three key areas: internet, power and ergonomics.

Internet on the road

Reliable internet connectivity is an absolute priority for a digital nomad. Fortunately, in 2026 we have several very good options.

**Starlink Mini** is the best available solution for European nomads. Hardware costs around 299 EUR, the monthly subscription is 50 EUR (EU Roaming plan). Speeds range from 50 to 200 Mbps download, latency around 40 ms. It works anywhere in the EU under open sky — on remote parking spots in Austria, Croatia or Slovenia. The only downside: in dense forests or heavy cloud cover the signal can fluctuate.

**LTE router + SIM card** is a cheaper alternative for less remote destinations. A router (e.g. GL.iNet Spitz AX, Huawei B535) combined with a local SIM works great in Croatia (A1 HR, T-Mobile HR — excellent LTE network along the coast), Austria (A1 AT) and Italy (TIM, Iliad). For coverage across multiple countries we recommend a SIM with EU roaming — for example a Slovak T-Mobile plan with 50GB EU roaming.

**Wi-Fi boosters** (e.g. GL.iNet Beryl, Alfa AWUS036) let you capture a weak campsite Wi-Fi signal and amplify it inside the motorhome. Useful at campsites where Wi-Fi exists but barely reaches your parking spot.

| Solution | Cost/month | Speed | Coverage |

|---|---|---|---|

| Starlink Mini EU | 50 EUR | 50–200 Mbps | All EU, including remote areas |

| LTE router + SK SIM | 15–30 EUR | 20–100 Mbps | Towns, motorways, coastlines |

| Campsite Wi-Fi | free–5 EUR | 2–50 Mbps | On-site only |

Power and charging devices

The Brstner T 726 G has a 95 Ah service battery system. While driving, the battery charges from the alternator — so longer journeys guarantee a full battery for the evening. When hooked up at a campsite (electric connection), the battery charges from the mains and simultaneously powers the 230V sockets inside the motorhome.

For charging laptops, phones and other devices without hookup we recommend:

Ergonomics — the most common nomad mistake

The dining table in a motorhome is designed for eating, not for an 8-hour work session. After two days in the wrong position you will feel it in your back.

**Solution:** an external folding table (Helinox, Robens) and an ergonomic folding chair (e.g. Helinox Chair One with back support). An external USB-C monitor (15" portable monitor) dramatically increases productivity. Optimal desk height: elbows at 90 degrees, top of monitor at eye level.

Work-life balance on the road

One of the most important aspects that most nomads underestimate. Recommended daily structure:

Recommended length of a full working week from a motorhome: 4 days a week. Leave Friday as a half-day and head out to explore.

Best countries for slow travel and work

Downsides and how to handle them

**Limited space:** organisation is key — every item has its place. Minimise personal belongings before the trip.

**Campsite noise:** noise-cancelling headphones (Sony WH-1000XM5, AirPods Pro) are essential kit.

**Unstable internet:** always have a backup — Starlink plus an LTE SIM. Never rely on a single option.

**Loneliness:** digital nomads form a community — Facebook groups, Nomad List, meetups in popular destinations.

Want to try working from a motorhome? [Book a GetFar motorhome](https://getfar.sk/en/rezervacia) and find out whether this lifestyle is for you.