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France sees multiple illegal caravan setups. Prefecture of Meurthe-et-Moselle orders eviction of 250 caravans near Lunéville. Mayors of Mions, Fonsorbes and Longvic take measures.
Several French communes have experienced illegal caravan encampments. In Mex (Meurthe-et-Moselle), about 250 caravans (approximately 800 people) occupied a farmer's private land. The departmental prefecture issued an eviction order requiring the site to be vacated within 48 hours; the order was served on Thursday around 4:00 PM.
In Mions (Rhône), since June 7, about 200 caravans have illegally occupied two plots. Mayor Michaël Pacco stated he initiated all legal procedures and contacted state authorities. He personally went to the scene with the gendarmerie to try to prevent the first installation, but failed; a second attempt was partially prevented. The mayor also ordered trenches to be dug to prevent further expansion.
In Fonsorbes (Toulouse), 13 caravans of an evangelical community occupied a football field on June 7. Mayor Mathieu Lafou initiated administrative and judicial eviction procedures, refusing to sign a compensation agreement for water and electricity, also due to concerns about resource access for participants of a local fair.
In Longvic, about 160 caravans illegally set up on private land, breaking through protective barriers. The situation may be linked to vandalism at a transit site in the Dijon metropolis. Occupants are expected to leave in ten days to attend an evangelical gathering in eastern France.
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Approximately 250 caravans (about 800 people) illegally set up on a farmer's private land in Maixe, Meurthe-et-Moselle. The prefecture issued an evict...
Approximately 250 caravans (about 800 people) illegally set up on a farmer's private land in Maixe, Meurthe-et-Moselle. The prefecture issued an eviction order requiring them to leave within 48 hours. The order was served on Thursday around 4 p.m.
13 caravans of an evangelical community illegally occupied the football field in Fonsorbes, near Toulouse, on June 7. Mayor Mathieu Lafoux launched ad...
13 caravans of an evangelical community illegally occupied the football field in Fonsorbes, near Toulouse, on June 7. Mayor Mathieu Lafoux launched administrative and judicial eviction proceedings, refusing to sign any agreement for water and electricity supply. The move also aims to prevent disruptions for fairground workers legally setting up nearby for the local festival.
The mayor of Mions (Rhône) denounced the illegal occupation of two plots by travelers' caravans since June 7. He contacted state authorities and order...
The mayor of Mions (Rhône) denounced the illegal occupation of two plots by travelers' caravans since June 7. He contacted state authorities and ordered trenches to be dug to prevent further expansion of the site.
Around 200 caravans illegally occupied two plots in Mions. Mayor Mickaël Paccaud said he would not give in and called on state authorities to take act...
Around 200 caravans illegally occupied two plots in Mions. Mayor Mickaël Paccaud said he would not give in and called on state authorities to take action.
Approximately 200 caravans have been illegally installed on two sites in Mions since Sunday, June 7. Mayor Mickaël Paccaud stated he has initiated all...
Approximately 200 caravans have been illegally installed on two sites in Mions since Sunday, June 7. Mayor Mickaël Paccaud stated he has initiated all legal procedures and contacted the competent state services. He also said he arrived at the scene at 2:33 PM with the gendarmerie to try to prevent the first installation, but it could not be avoided. A second attempt at the Mangetemps site was partially prevented, but the occupation of the plots could not be entirely avoided.
The mayor of Longvic has condemned the illegal installation of approximately 160 caravans on private land over the weekend. According to the municipal...
The mayor of Longvic has condemned the illegal installation of approximately 160 caravans on private land over the weekend. According to the municipality, the caravans forced entry through barriers. The situation may be linked to recent vandalism at the transit area of Dijon Metropolis, which is currently unable to accommodate travelers. Occupants are expected to leave within ten days to attend an evangelical gathering in eastern France.
Updated: 18.07.2026
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