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120 caravans illegally occupy stadium in France

09.07.2026 20:10 1 min 2 sources
laprovence.com FRA + 1 more
120 caravans illegally occupy stadium in France
Original source: laprovence.com

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About 120 caravans of travellers illegally set up on a training stadium in Châteauneuf-de-Gadagne, while a similar incident occurred earlier in Vourles.

On July 9, about 120 caravans of travellers returning from a pilgrimage to Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer illegally occupied the lawn of the Pierre-Molland training stadium in Châteauneuf-de-Gadagne. The town hall said it had already spent significant funds to protect the site, and a previous restoration cost 5000–6000 euros. The travellers plan to stay until July 25, preventing watering of the grass during the heatwave.

Earlier, in June, about 120 caravans illegally occupied a plot belonging to the Communauté de communes de la Vallée du Garon (CCVG) in Vourles. The entrance was blocked with concrete blocks, but they were moved. The mayor of Vourles stated it was not the first time and asked for state support for dignified reception of communities.

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120 caravans illegally occupy stadium in Châteauneuf-de-Gadagne

09.07.2026 laprovence.com FRA Original source

120 caravans illegally occupy land in Vourles

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