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Spain fines camper owners up to €3,000 for outdoor fires

02.09.2026 02:30 1 min 1 source РУС
El Debate SPA
Spain fines camper owners up to €3,000 for outdoor fires
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Spain has about 350,000 caravans and camper vans, though the exact number is hard to determine due to the growing trend of converting vans. Municipalities are increasingly issuing fines for violations, including €3,000 for outdoor fires, €1,500 for overnight stays in natural parks, and €1,000 for overweight vehicles. Other fines include €500 for washing a caravan on the street, €400 for parking on a beach, €300 for dumping grey or black water, €150 for setting up chairs or an awning, and up to €100 for leaving windows open or improper parking.

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Spain fines camper owners up to €3,000 for outdoor fires

02.09.2026 El Debate SPA Original source

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