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In June 2026, mass caravan encampments occurred at two French airfields — in Jura and Fayence. In Jura an agreement was reached, while Fayence authorities deem the occupation illegal.
In June 2026, two mass caravan encampments were reported at French airfields.
Jura (Courlaoux) On 14 June, an evangelical traveller community placed 180 caravans at Courlaoux airfield in the Jura department. The aero club president faced the situation, but the intercommunal association and the group reached an agreement for a two-week stay. The nearest large-group zone (AGP) was too small. The airfield is closed to flights until further notice.
Fayence About 150 caravans illegally occupied the airfield in Fayence. Local authorities declared the occupation unlawful and announced they would take measures.
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In France, a landowner blocked a road after 140 caravans illegally set up on his property. The incident occurred in the Puy-de-Dôme department. This r...
In France, a landowner blocked a road after 140 caravans illegally set up on his property. The incident occurred in the Puy-de-Dôme department. This resulted in a multi-kilometer traffic jam, with traffic blocked for several hours.
On June 14, an evangelical traveller community parked 180 caravans at Courlans airfield in the Jura department. The aero club president was faced with...
On June 14, an evangelical traveller community parked 180 caravans at Courlans airfield in the Jura department. The aero club president was faced with a fait accompli, but an amicable solution was reached between the group and the intercommunality for a two-week stay. The nearby large passage area (AGP) was too small. The airfield is closed to air traffic until further notice.
Approximately 150 caravans have set up camp on the airfield in Fayence without authorization. Local authorities have declared the occupation illegal a...
Approximately 150 caravans have set up camp on the airfield in Fayence without authorization. Local authorities have declared the occupation illegal and plan to take action.
Updated: 18.07.2026
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