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New motorhome rules in Asturias and Cantabria spark controversy

18.06.2026 15:29 1 min 2 sources РУС
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New motorhome rules in Asturias and Cantabria spark controversy
Original source: RTVE.es

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In Llanes (Asturias), a motorhome regulation is called discriminatory, with fines of 500 euros. In Cantabria, rural tourism worries about a decree but expects a good summer.

A new motorhome regulation in Llanes (Asturias) has drawn criticism from the Asturias Motorhome Association, which called it "absolutely restrictive and discriminatory." The rule allows overnight stays only at the La Talá parking area and in campsites, prohibits setting up camping equipment on the street, and provides for fines of 500 euros. Critics note that a motorhome owner leaving the vehicle overnight outside permitted zones, even if staying in a hotel, would be fined, while a regular car can park without sanctions.

In Cantabria, the Rural Tourism Association forecasts an increase in bookings for the coming summer, despite a 5% price rise. Association president Hamza El Yasir noted that many clients return repeatedly. However, the sector is unhappy with the Cantabrian government's motorhome decree, which they say was adopted without considering rural tourism businesses. Meanwhile, the decree regulating tourist-use housing drew a more positive reaction, as a significant reduction in the number of operating properties is expected.

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New motorhome regulation in Llanes sparks controversy in the sector

18.06.2026 rtpa.es SPA Original source

Rural tourism in Cantabria expects good summer but worries about motorhome decree

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