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Nantes: 150 caravans illegally occupy land in two communes

24.08.2026 20:14 1 min 3 sources РУС
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Nantes: 150 caravans illegally occupy land in two communes
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Around 150 caravans have illegally set up in Orvault and Les Sorinières near Nantes. Mayors demand expulsion; police patrol the area.

In late August 2026, illegal caravan encampments were reported in two communes near Nantes. In Orvault, north of Nantes, about a hundred caravans settled on a farmer's private land. Mayor Sébastien Arrouet sent a request to the prefect of Loire-Atlantique for expulsion within three days. According to the municipality, the caravans illegally connected to municipal water and electricity networks.

In the neighboring commune of Les Sorinières, 50 caravans occupied a skatepark. According to the municipality, they broke and damaged three gates. The town hall has begun eviction procedures and stated that the fight against illegal camps was a campaign promise that will be kept. Police will patrol the area daily, and violations will be recorded.

The mayors of both communes call for joint action by municipalities, the Nantes metropolis, and the state to prevent such situations.

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Illegal caravans in Orvault and Les Sorinières: mayors demand eviction

24.08.2026 hitwest.ouest-france.fr FRA Original source

Near Nantes: 50 caravans occupy sports ground

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Orvault mayor seeks removal of illegally parked caravans

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