Pernoita em autocaravana — overnighting in a motorhome (Portugal)

Pernoita em autocaravana is overnight stays inside a motorhome in Portugal without setting up an outdoor camp (table, chairs, awning, visible chocks). Art. 50.º-A of the Código da Estrada (2021 update) governs this specifically: overnighting is banned in Natura 2000, protected areas, and coastal planning zones; outside those zones, up to 48 h per municipality is permitted unless a postura municipal or local signage prohibits it.

Outside Natura 2000, protected areas, and coastal planning zones (Zona de Proteção Costão), overnighting up to 48 h in the same municipality is generally permitted if no postura municipal or signage prohibits it. Within those restricted zones, overnight stays require express authorisation (expressamente autorizado). Typical fine for violations: €60–300 plus towing. Apps Park4Night, CamperContact, and MyCamper, and the FPA federation list legal spots and current local restrictions.