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In May-June 2026, two cases of illegal occupation of farmland by caravans were recorded in the Savoie department. In Entrelacs, 150 caravans occupied a field; in Saint-Pierre-en-Faucigny, 120 caravans were evicted within 24 hours
In Savoie, France, two incidents of illegal occupation of farmland by traveler caravans have occurred.
In early May 2026, a traveler community illegally occupied a farm field in Saint-Pierre-en-Faucigny (Haute-Savoie). Authorities organized an eviction within 24 hours. Thanks to cooperation between the town hall, intercommunal association, and prefecture, the eviction notice was served the day after the invasion. By evening, all 120 caravans had left the area. The farmer will receive compensation for damage and field restoration.
On May 31, 2026, more than 150 caravans illegally settled on a farm plot in Entrelacs, Savoie. This is the second such incident in two years. Unions FDSEA and "Young Farmers" demand that the state apply the Besson law and protect farmland, threatening their own actions.
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On 31 May 2026, over 150 caravans illegally set up on a farm plot in Entrelacs, Savoie. This is the second such incident in two years. Unions FDSEA an...
On 31 May 2026, over 150 caravans illegally set up on a farm plot in Entrelacs, Savoie. This is the second such incident in two years. Unions FDSEA and Young Farmers demand the state enforce the Besson law and protect farmland, threatening to take action themselves.
In early May, a traveling community illegally occupied a field in Saint-Pierre-en-Faucigny, Haute-Savoie. Authorities coordinated an eviction within a...
In early May, a traveling community illegally occupied a field in Saint-Pierre-en-Faucigny, Haute-Savoie. Authorities coordinated an eviction within a day. Thanks to cooperation between the mayor's office, the intercommunality, and the prefecture, an eviction notice was served the day after the invasion. By evening, all 120 caravans had left. The farmer will receive compensation for damages and field restoration.
Updated: 13.06.2026
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