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Greece clarifies camper van parking rules after law criticism

12.07.2026 03:11 1 min 2 sources
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Greece clarifies camper van parking rules after law criticism
Original source: CamperStyle.de

In Brief

In February 2026, Greece's police authority issued a clarification to law 5170/2025: camper vans up to 7.5 m are treated as regular cars; overnight stays without camping equipment count as parking. Fine: 300 euros per person.

In February 2026, the Greek police authority published a clarification to law 5170/2025, which had drawn criticism from tourists. According to the new document, camper vans up to 7.5 meters in length are treated as regular cars and may park in built-up areas without time limits, unless signs prohibit it. Overnight stays without deploying camping equipment are considered parking, not wild camping, which remains banned. Violations carry a fine of 300 euros per person.

Earlier, Greece enacted laws 5170/2025 and 5209/2025, strictly regulating the parking of camper vans and caravans in public spaces. Camper vans up to 7.5 meters may park in built-up areas without time restrictions; longer vehicles and caravans are limited to 24 hours. Penalties include fines from 300 euros and possible imprisonment.

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Greece clarifies motorhome parking rules after law criticism

24.06.2026 CHIP DEU Original source

Greece regulates parking for motorhomes and caravans

02.02.2026 CamperStyle.de DEU Original source

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