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Illegal caravan encampments in France: Dolus-d'Oléron, Marmande and Tours

25.07.2026 20:04 1 min 3 sources
Angers Info FRA + 2 more
Illegal caravan encampments in France: Dolus-d'Oléron, Marmande and Tours
Original source: Angers Info

In Brief

Three illegal caravan encampments have been reported in France: in Dolus-d'Oléron, Marmande and Tours. In Dolus-d'Oléron about 50 caravans occupied a rugby field, in Marmande about 60 caravans fled a wildfire, and in Tours about a dozen caravans took over a green space.

Dolus-d'Oléron: rugby field occupied by caravans

On July 25 at around 12:30, more than 50 caravans entered a rugby field in Dolus-d'Oléron despite the presence of gendarmerie. Local authorities are concerned about possible damage to the turf, changing rooms and clubhouse. The occupants plan to stay for at least a week. Some of them connected to a fire hydrant to wash vehicles, causing tension due to water restrictions in Charente-Maritime amid drought.

Marmande: refuge from wildfire

On the night of July 24–25, about 60 caravans covered in soot arrived in Marmande on the Filhole plain, fleeing a forest fire spreading from the Gironde coast. The town hall provided water and electricity but stresses the temporary nature of the stay and is looking for alternatives.

Tours: repeat illegal encampment

On May 17, 2026, about a dozen caravans from the traveller community occupied a green space on Rue Torricelli, near the Petite Arche district. Local residents reacted negatively, as a similar situation had already occurred in September 2025.

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Story sources

Dolus-d'Oléron: About 50 caravans illegally occupy rugby field

25.07.2026 Angers Info FRA Original source

Around 60 caravans find refuge in Marmande to escape Lacanau fire

25.07.2026 SudOuest.fr FRA Original source

In Tours, about a dozen caravans illegally set up on Rue Torricelli

19.05.2026 lanouvellerepublique.fr FRA Original source

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