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Spanish police crack down on illegal camper van parking in Málaga and Ibiza

08.07.2026 19:49 2 min 4 sources
El Español SPA + 3 more
Spanish police crack down on illegal camper van parking in Málaga and Ibiza
Original source: El Español

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In Málaga, fines of 100 euros were issued to camper van owners in Sacaba Beach. In Ibiza, a drone is used to detect illegal settlements, with fines up to 30,000 euros.

Local police in Málaga have fined camper van owners 100 euros at Sacaba Beach and ordered them to leave the area for cleaning. The city council cites residents' complaints about dirt and unsanitary conditions. Those affected claim there are no legal alternatives in Málaga and request dialogue. On Friday there were 250 camper vans on site; by Wednesday about 50 remained.

On Ibiza, the Sant Antoni de Portmany police have launched an intensive campaign against illegal settlements and overnight stays in caravans. The operation uses a drone to patrol forested and hard-to-reach areas. Special attention is given to parking lots, rural roads, beaches and sunset viewpoints. In April, several settlements in the Sa Talaya area were dismantled and three caravans were checked at the Camí des Reguer parking lot.

The Consell of Ibiza opened proceedings against six camper van drivers in 2025 for violating local law, with fines up to 30,000 euros. In 2026, four new violations have already been recorded.

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Málaga police fine motorhome owners in Sacaba and order them to leave

08.07.2026 El Español SPA Original source

Drone to detect illegal settlements and caravan overnight stays in forests or hard-to-reach areas in Ibiza

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Sant Antoni Police launch intensive campaign to control caravan settlements and overnight stays

29.04.2026 Periódico de Ibiza y Formentera SPA Original source

Ibiza fines six motorhomes up to €30,000 for local law violations

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