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Turkey's caravan boom sparks parking bans and calls for regulation

09.06.2026 10:42 1 min 2 sources
Çanakkale Boğaz Gazetesi TUR + 1 more
Turkey's caravan boom sparks parking bans and calls for regulation
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In Brief

The president of the Çanakkale Camping and Caravan Association warns of growing problems due to a lack of legislation for trailers. Meanwhile, the Tekirdağ municipality has banned caravan and motorhome parking within city limits, drawing criticism from tourists and businesses

Turkey is facing increasing tensions over caravan and motorhome parking. The president of the Çanakkale Camping and Caravan Association stated that the number of such vehicles has surged since the pandemic, leading to parking shortages and environmental pollution. He called for the adoption of regulations similar to those in Europe.

At the same time, the Tekirdağ Metropolitan Municipality, via a UKOME decision, banned the parking of caravans and motorhomes within city limits. The ban covers all types of towable trailers and self-propelled campers. Tourists and local business owners have criticized the move, pointing to European cities that create designated parking zones.

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Caravan Enthusiasts' Problems Await Solutions

18.04.2026 Çanakkale Boğaz Gazetesi TUR

Tekirdağ Bans Parking of Motorhomes and Caravans Within City Limits

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