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Greek Police Clarify Parking Rules for Motorhomes and Caravans

07.05.2026 02:06 2 min 4 sources
Dikastiko.gr ELL + 3 more
Greek Police Clarify Parking Rules for Motorhomes and Caravans
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In Brief

A new directive from the Greek Police sets clear parking rules for motorhomes and caravans, distinguishing legal parking from illegal camping. Vehicles up to 7.5 meters have no time limit in built-up areas; larger ones are restricted to 24 hours.

The Greek Police (ΕΛ.ΑΣ.) have issued a new explanatory directive based on the Highway Code, finally clarifying the legal framework for parking motorhomes and caravans and separating it from illegal camping.

Key rules

  • In built-up areas: vehicles up to 7.5 meters in length may park without time restrictions. Longer motorhomes and all trailers are limited to 24 hours.
  • Outside built-up areas: parking is allowed in designated spots with no 24-hour limit, provided no prohibitory signs are present.

The directive bans deploying awnings, outdoor furniture, or any other actions that turn a parking spot into a campsite. Violations result in fines.

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New Police Directive on Motorhome Parking

28.03.2026 Dikastiko.gr ELL

New Clarifying Directive for Motorhome and Caravan Parking in Greece

27.03.2026 Χανιώτικα Νέα ELL

New Parking Regulations for Motorhomes and Caravans in Greece

27.03.2026 Newsbomb ELL

New Law for Motorhomes: Changes in Parking and Fines

27.03.2026 workenter.gr ELL

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