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Lagunas de Ruidera suffer motorhome saturation: 18-space area fills up, rest end up in prohibited zones

04.05.2026 12:01 1 min 1 source РУС
COPE SPA

The Lagunas de Ruidera Natural Park in Castilla-La Mancha is again facing a problem with mass motorhome arrivals. During the May bank holiday, as at Easter, drivers park outside the authorised area, which has only 18 spaces. Mayor Josefa Moreno said she has contacted the Civil Guard to monitor and fine illegal parking. An alternative site at the Peñarroya reservoir (15–20 km away) remains available, but tourists prefer to stay in the village.

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