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Greece eases motorhome parking rules: parking allowed, camping banned

18.07.2026 00:10 1 min 2 sources
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Greece eases motorhome parking rules: parking allowed, camping banned
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In Brief

Greece has lifted the total ban on motorhome parking introduced in May 2025. New rules distinguish parking from active camping: motorhomes up to 7.5 m can park without time limits, longer ones for up to 24 hours.

Greece has lifted the total ban on motorhome and caravan parking in public places, introduced in May 2025. The new legislation clearly distinguishes between "parking" and "active camping."

According to a clarifying police order, in built-up areas motorhomes up to 7.5 m in length may park without time restrictions. Motorhomes longer than 7.5 m and all caravans are limited to 24 hours. Outside built-up areas there are no time limits unless signs prohibit parking. Wild camping with deployment of external equipment (awnings, tables, chairs) remains illegal.

The authorities have also allowed the creation of municipal "Camper Stops" with facilities for waste disposal and water supply.

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Greece lifts ban on motorhome and caravan parking

07.06.2026 HappenedNow.gr ELL Original source

New Parking Restrictions for Motorhomes and Caravans in Greece

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