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Darıca caravan park introduces mandatory registration, new fees

12.05.2026 19:02 2 min 5 sources
Yeni Kocaeli Gazetesi TUR + 4 more
Darıca caravan park introduces mandatory registration, new fees
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In Brief

Since May 1, the Darıca Millet Bahçesi caravan park (Kocaeli) has required registration and new tariffs. Unregistered vehicles will be towed to an impound lot.

Mandatory registration and towing

Since May 1, the caravan park at Darıca Millet Bahçesi, operated by Akçapark (a subsidiary of Kocaeli Metropolitan Municipality), has introduced mandatory registration for all vehicles. Caravan owners are reminded that unregistered or unplated vehicles will be towed to an impound lot.

Fees and operating hours

The parking lot operates 24/7 with the HGS system. Overnight stays are not allowed. Fees:

  • First hour: 40 TL
  • 1–12 hours: 300 TL
  • Monthly subscription: 6000 TL

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Story sources

Caravan owners in Darıca National Garden reminded about registration

12.05.2026 Yeni Kocaeli Gazetesi TUR

Caravan inspections begin in Darıca: unregistered ones will be towed

12.05.2026 Alparslan Diyarı TUR

Unregistered caravans to be towed

12.05.2026 Kaydı olmayan karavanlar çekilecek TUR

Unregistered Caravans Will Be Towed

11.05.2026 golcukhaber.com.tr TUR

Unregistered Caravans to Be Towed

11.05.2026 yenigolcuk.com TUR

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