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Two unauthorized traveler camps: Mont-de-Marsan and Marguerittes

17.07.2026 01:15 1 min 2 sources
ICI, le média de la vie locale FRA + 1 more
Two unauthorized traveler camps: Mont-de-Marsan and Marguerittes
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In Brief

Two separate incidents of unauthorized caravan encampments have been reported in France: one in Mont-de-Marsan and another in Marguerittes near Nîmes. Authorities are negotiating and taking measures.

Two incidents of unauthorized traveler encampments have occurred in France.

In Mont-de-Marsan (Landes), about 100 caravans illegally occupied the Nahuques park campsite. According to police, the travelers had previously been denied access to a temporary site due to ongoing works. The town hall is negotiating to move the caravans to that site once work is completed early next week.

In Marguerittes, near Nîmes (Gard), a camp of approximately 100 caravans belonging to an evangelical traveler community has settled without permission. Local authorities said they are taking steps to minimize inconvenience for residents, including maintaining access to nurseries and schools. The incident again raises the issue of a shortage of equipped stopping areas for travelers in the region, as required by the regional plan.

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Over 100 caravans illegally occupy campsite in Mont-de-Marsan

28.06.2026 ICI, le média de la vie locale FRA Original source

Around 100 caravans: new traveler camp sets up in village near Nîmes

02.06.2026 actu.fr FRA Original source

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