78 motorhomes evicted from Estrecho Natural Park in Tarifa

On June 16, 2026, the Civil Guard carried out an operation to evict 78 motorhomes illegally parked in the protected Los Lances area of the Strait Natural Park in Tarifa. Fifteen agents and five off-road vehicles participated, processing administrative fines over two hours. The action aims to prevent environmental damage, reduce fire risk, and control waste accumulation.

Guardia Civil officers evicted 78 motorhomes illegally parked in the Los Lances area of the Estrecho Natural Park in Tarifa. The operation, a follow-up to a similar action on April 6, involved 15 agents and five off-road vehicles and lasted about two hours. Authorities cited environmental damage, fire risk, and unauthorized vehicle traffic as reasons for the eviction.

Spanish Civil Guard conducted a special operation to remove illegally parked motorhomes from the Estrecho Natural Park in Cádiz. 15 agents with five off-road vehicles identified 78 motorhomes in Los Carriles and Los Pinos areas within two hours. Occupants were fined for unauthorized parking and camping in the protected area. The operation follows similar controls on April 6 and aims to preserve the park's ecological value.

The Guardia Civil evicted 78 motorhomes illegally camping in the Los Lances area of Tarifa (Cádiz). The operation targeted Los Carriles and the Los Pinos de Arte y Vida recreational area, within the Strait Natural Park. Fifteen agents and five off-road vehicles participated; all vehicles were fined for administrative violations. The action aims to protect a specially protected natural area.

Civil Guard officers conducted a special operation to evict 78 motorhomes illegally settled in the Los Lances area of the Strait Natural Park in Cádiz. The operation involved 15 agents and five off-road vehicles, lasting about two hours. Violators were issued administrative fines. The measures aim to protect the environmentally sensitive protected area.

The Civil Guard carried out an operation to evict 78 motorhomes illegally parked in the Los Lances area of Tarifa, within the Strait Natural Park. Fifteen agents and five off-road vehicles participated, detecting administrative infractions related to unauthorized camping and parking. The action aims to protect the environmentally sensitive protected area.

Spanish Civil Guard conducted a special operation to evict 78 motorhomes illegally parked in the Estrecho Natural Park (Los Lances area, Tarifa). The operation involved 15 officers and five off-road vehicles; fines were issued for administrative violations. The action aims to protect the environmentally sensitive protected area.

Fifteen officers and five off-road vehicles carried out a two-hour operation in Los Carriles and Los Pinos de Arte y Vida recreational area, both within the Strait Natural Park. Drivers were fined for unauthorized camping. The operation followed a similar raid on April 6 and came after the Tarifa Business Federation demanded stricter controls, citing environmental damage and coexistence issues. Motorhome associations argue that regular cars cause comparable pressure but face fewer restrictions.

The Federation of Business Associations of Tarifa released a video recorded on the night of June 3, showing dozens of motorhomes and camper vans illegally parked in the Los Carriles and Los Lances Norte area. This zone is part of the Estrecho Natural Park and is considered environmentally sensitive. Business owners warn that the issue has intensified in recent years and highlight the potential ecological impact ahead of the peak tourist season.

The Tarifa Business Federation has reported an increase in illegal overnight stays by motorhomes, campers, and other vehicles in the Los Carriles and Los Lances Norte area, part of the Strait Natural Park. The organization highlights environmental damage and coexistence issues with residents and visitors. It calls for coordinated action by authorities to enforce regulations and protect the natural area, stating that park protection and orderly tourism are complementary.