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Caravans illegally occupy football fields in France: two incidents in one day

26.05.2026 19:37 1 min 2 sources
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Caravans illegally occupy football fields in France: two incidents in one day
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In two French communes — Knutange (Moselle) and Vouneuil-sur-Vienne — groups of travelers illegally parked caravans on football pitches. Municipalities have asked prefectures to restore order.

In late May 2026, two cases of illegal occupation of football fields by travelers' caravans were reported in France.

In Knutange (Moselle department, Lorraine region), a group of travelers occupied the football pitch of the Stade Sainte-Geneviève. The municipality sent a letter to the prefecture demanding measures to ensure safety and public order.

At the same time, in Vouneuil-sur-Vienne (Vienne department), about 25 caravans without permission set up on a training football pitch on May 24. The town hall called it an illegal occupation of public land and also asked the prefecture to evict the owners. However, authorities do not plan forced eviction until May 31, when the caravans intend to leave voluntarily.

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Lorraine: Travelers illegally park caravans on a football stadium

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Caravans occupy football field, mayor asks prefect for eviction

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