Court dismisses measures requested by residents of Villas Caravaning in Cartagena

Restrictions for motorhomes are increasing in Spain, particularly in tourist areas. The ASEICAR map indicates where overnight bans or parking fees apply, while some regions are developing infrastructure to attract this type of tourism.

Large rocks have been placed in the coastal area of La Cantera to prevent unauthorized parking of caravans and vehicles. The measure aims to protect the natural environment from damage caused by vehicles.

In March 2026, 785 new motorhomes and campers were registered in Spain, a 26.4% increase compared to the same month the previous year. New caravan registrations rose by 82% to 211 units, while the used motorhome and camper market shrank by 5.3%. The sales increase is partly linked to the Easter calendar, and the urban van camper segment grew by exactly 50%.

The municipalities of Sant Jaume dels Domenys, Albinyana, La Bisbal del Penedès, and Cunit are jointly creating equipped parking areas for motorhomes. Each area will have capacity for five vehicles, equipped with points for grey and black water disposal, water refill, and in some cases electricity hook-ups, with a maximum stay of three days. The Baix Penedès Regional Council has allocated 54,000 euros to the project, with works expected to last about six weeks.

Spanish travelers book motorhomes and campers an average of 15 weeks in advance, two weeks less than the previous year. 77% of bookings are for European destinations, with an average trip duration of 11 days. German and Dutch tourists plan furthest ahead — almost five months in advance — while British travelers postpone their decision until 14 weeks before departure.

A 22-year-old couple plans to move into a used motorhome after calculating monthly expenses. Their budget includes 100-400 euros for fuel, 60-120 euros for insurance, and 200-350 euros for food. Total costs would be 600-1200 euros, which they estimate is lower than rental housing prices.