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30 fines for caravan parking on protected land in Ibiza over two years

16.07.2026 04:04 1 min 2 sources
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30 fines for caravan parking on protected land in Ibiza over two years
Original source: europapress.es

In Brief

Ibiza recorded 30 complaints about caravans parking in rural areas in 2025–2026. Nearly half of the violations occurred in Sant Antoni. Fines can reach up to €30,000.

Over two years (2025–2026), Ibiza has issued 30 fines for caravans parking on agricultural land. In 2025 there were 13 complaints, and in 2026 there have been 17 so far. Nearly half of the violations occurred in the municipality of Sant Antoni.

The Island Council, together with local municipalities, is stepping up controls. From February to May 2026, 56 warnings were placed on vehicles, most of which left the site voluntarily. Currently, 14 administrative proceedings are underway. Fines can reach up to €30,000.

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Ibiza reports 30 caravan parking fines on rural land over two years

11.05.2026 europapress.es SPA Original source

17 caravans fined in Ibiza for parking on rural land so far this year

11.05.2026 Noudiari.es SPA Original source

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