Italy: courts uphold camper parking ban in Vicenza, overturn it in Val Gardena

Italy's Council of State rejected an appeal by the National Association for the Coordination of Campers, confirming the legality of Vicenza's experimental ordinance. The measure, effective from December 2, 2025, prohibits 24/7 parking of motorhomes and caravans on three streets in the Villaggio del Sole district for six months. The court ruled there was no risk of serious and irreparable harm, as alternative parking is available in designated areas. Mayor Giacomo Possamai stated the decision validates the city's efforts to balance public order with the needs of itinerant tourists.

Italy's Council of State rejected an appeal by the National Association for Camper Coordination, upholding the experimental ordinance issued by the Vicenza municipality on December 2, 2025. The measure bans 24-hour parking for motorhomes and caravans on several streets in the Villaggio del Sole district for six months. The court ruled the ordinance does not constitute an absolute ban but regulates parking in specific areas, leaving alternatives at equipped sites. The decision allows the administration to continue the experiment and assess its impact on urban livability.

Italy's Council of State rejected an appeal by the National Association for the Coordination of Campers, confirming the legality of a pilot ordinance by the municipality of Vicenza. Issued on December 2, 2025, the measure bans 24/7 parking of motorhomes and caravans on three streets in the Villaggio del Sole district for six months, following resident complaints about parking space occupation and urban decor. The court found the ban does not completely prohibit parking and offers alternative equipped areas.

South Tyrol is revising rules for motorhomes after a court overturned an overnight ban in Val Gardena. The Municipal Consortium has drafted a new ordinance with specific prescriptions for campers instead of a general prohibition. The Camper Club Alto Adige association advocates for expanding authorized parking areas rather than imposing bans.

The Consortium of Municipalities in the province of Bolzano has drafted new guidelines for motorhomes after an administrative court overturned an overnight ban in Selva di Val Gardena. The new rules will introduce specific prescriptions instead of a general prohibition. The South Tyrol Camper Club criticizes the approach, arguing for an expansion of authorized parking areas instead of bans.

The Bolzano Administrative Court annulled the overnight parking ban for motorhomes in Selva di Val Gardena on April 7, 2026, ruling it unlawful. The court found the municipal council lacked the authority to impose such traffic restrictions and ordered the municipality to reimburse over €4,000 in legal costs to the motorhome association.