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Camper vans not welcome: Spanish villages block their entry

23.05.2026 02:20 1 min 1 source
El Debate SPA
Camper vans not welcome: Spanish villages block their entry
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Spain has an estimated 365,000 motorhomes, caravans, and camper vans, but the actual number may be higher due to unregistered home conversions. Due to coexistence issues caused by a small number of rude users, small towns are imposing restrictions. Municipalities install metal arches that block large vehicles and limit parking hours, for example banning overnight parking. An example is Llanes in Asturias, where parking is banned throughout the municipality except in designated areas.

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