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The Norwegian Motorhome Association highlights a lack of funding for the creation of dumping stations for wastewater, which are required by law. Municipalities are obligated to provide such facilities but have not allocated money for them.
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The Norwegian Motorhome Association highlights a lack of funding for the creation of dumping stations for wastewater, which are required by law. Munic...
The Norwegian Motorhome Association highlights a lack of funding for the creation of dumping stations for wastewater, which are required by law. Municipalities are obligated to provide such facilities but have not allocated money for them.
Updated: 13.06.2026
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