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Free camping with motorhomes worries campsite owners

24.06.2026 12:49 1 min 1 source
Nya Wermlands-Tidningen SWE
Free camping with motorhomes worries campsite owners
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The owner of a campsite in Torsby (Sweden) stated that the growing popularity of free camping (fricamping) is undermining the business. According to him, more motorhome and camper van owners use campsite facilities (water, toilet, shower) but sleep for free in nature. Industry representatives demand changes, noting that Sweden is not a 'free country'.

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