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Motorhome owners in Gijón protest against parking restrictions

02.07.2026 20:29 1 min 2 sources
La Nueva España SPA + 1 more
Motorhome owners in Gijón protest against parking restrictions
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In Brief

About 500 motorhome owners protested in Gijón against the installation of height barriers on parking lots. They demand designated parking areas instead of stricter rules.

In Gijón, Spain, motorhome owners face parking restrictions near the El Molinón stadium, where barriers have been installed. They argue the city should provide dedicated parking areas rather than tightening regulations.

In March 2026, around 500 motorhome owners, including national and international participants, protested against the city council's plans to install height controls on three major parking lots. They call for regulation, not prohibition, opposing upcoming summer parking restrictions.

Local residents and tourists note that the current policy fails to solve the problem and only creates inconvenience.

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Motorhome owners in Gijón complain about lack of parking spaces

02.07.2026 La Nueva España SPA Original source

Nearly 500 motorhomes mobilized in Gijón against height control checks

21.03.2026 El Comercio: Diario de Asturias SPA Original source

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