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Cantabria simplifies motorhome rules: removes space limits and outdated requirements

15.05.2026 05:25 2 min 5 sources
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Cantabria simplifies motorhome rules: removes space limits and outdated requirements
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In Brief

The Government of Cantabria has approved a new decree regulating motorhome parking and service areas. It eliminates maximum space limits, simplifies technical requirements, and allows public parking in tourist hotspots, drawing criticism from environmental groups.

The Government of Cantabria, meeting in Meruelo, has approved a new decree regulating campsites and motorhome service areas. The document aims to manage growing demand for motorhome tourism and reduce unauthorized parking.

Key changes

  • Maximum number of spaces in service areas has been removed.
  • Minimum driveway width reduced to 3 meters.
  • Outdated requirements, such as mandatory first-aid rooms and telephone lines, have been abolished.
  • The number of articles has been cut to 44.
  • Criteria for when a motorhome is considered in camping mode have been clarified.

The decree also allows the creation of public motorhome parking in areas of special tourist interest, a move criticized by environmental associations. It will take effect upon publication.

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Cantabria approves new motorhome decree

14.05.2026 OndaCero SPA

New motorhome decree approved, simplifying procedures and requirements for new areas

14.05.2026 europapress.es SPA

Cantabria approves decree to regulate motorhome tourism

14.05.2026 Vivir Ediciones SPA

Cantabria approves new decree regulating motorhome tourism

14.05.2026 Cadena SER SPA

Cantabria Government Approves New Decree Regulating Motorhome Tourism

14.05.2026 Castro Punto Radio SPA

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