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Darıca caravan park opens: registration mandatory

12.05.2026 11:54 2 min 4 sources РУС
Yeni Kocaeli Gazetesi TUR + 3 more
Darıca caravan park opens: registration mandatory
Original source: yenigolcuk.com

In Brief

Since May 1, a caravan park operated by Akçapark has been open in Darıca Millet Bahçesi. Unregistered caravans will be towed. Fees: 40 TL/hour, 300 TL/12h, 6000 TL/month.

A caravan park in Darıca Millet Bahçesi (Kocaeli, Turkey), operated by Akçapark, a subsidiary of the Kocaeli municipality, opened on May 1. The parking lot operates 24/7 and is equipped with the HGS system, but overnight stays and accommodation are not provided.

Caravan owners are required to register their vehicles with Akçapark. Vehicles without license plates or registration will be towed to an impound lot.

Fees

  • 40 TL for the first hour
  • 300 TL for 12 hours
  • 6000 TL for a monthly subscription

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