Going to France for 3 weeks in June(yay!)...this will be our first foray into Europe with a CPAP machine. Any tips? Thanks
p.s. We have been to Europe several times and are a'youthful' over 60's couple.
Posted by
L'Occitanie, France
10515 posts
Be sure you have the address of local providers for your equipment in case something breaks.
Posted by
San Francisco Bay Area (USA)
15843 posts
My brother in law had his when we went to Spain, Portugal and Italy. I think it takes 115V-240V therefore all you'll need is the adapter for the European sockets (2 round prongs). But check out your voltage just in case. It has to take the 220 Volts. That's the EU standard.
Posted by
Huntsville, AL, USA
8299 posts
Some CPAP's are already dual voltage, but you'll just have to have an electrical adapter plug to plug into their electricity. Some CPAP's require am electrical converter to get the power from 220 to 110 volts.
You'll just need to read in your instructions about your specific CPAP machine.
Posted by
San Diego/Seattle
177 posts
Hi Laura,
I have done several European trips with a CPAP machine in tow. As has already been mentioned most of these machines are dual voltage but will require the plug adaptors. I've also found it helpful to bring an extension cord, usually about 6 feet in length. Most rooms will have limited number of outlets and not always conveniently located.
Posted by
OP
Clayton
18 posts
Thanks everyone, we already knew about the electrical concerns, but good to be reminded about the manufacturer. Will definitely bring an extension cord, since we stay mostly in B&B's. Have had no previous problems with airport security, but that was in the US.....I take it that Europe is equally savvy?
Happy travels to all.