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San Sebastián issues up to five daily fines for motorhomes parked on streets

06.08.2026 09:15 1 min 1 source РУС
El Diario Vasco SPA
San Sebastián issues up to five daily fines for motorhomes parked on streets
Original source: El Diario Vasco

In San Sebastián (Donostia), 2,558 fines have been issued since January 2025 for overnight parking of motorhomes on public streets, averaging four to five sanctions per day. The practice is prohibited by the local Civility Ordinance and is classified as a minor infraction, punishable by fines ranging from 50 to 200 euros. The lack of infrastructure for motorhome users is cited as a contributing factor.

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San Sebastián issues up to five daily fines for motorhomes parked on streets

06.08.2026 El Diario Vasco SPA Original source

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