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Parking a caravan in the garden: trouble looms if parked too long

16.10.2026 09:20 1 min 1 source РУС
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More than one million motorhomes are registered in Germany, with numbers rising annually. Owners are generally allowed to park caravans and motorhomes on their own property, including gardens, especially temporarily between trips. However, if the vehicle is used as living space or parked long-term, it may be classified as a structural facility, requiring a permit. Legal expert Tobias Klingelhöfer notes that even simple parking can be inadmissible if it significantly affects neighbours. Owners are advised to check with the municipality in advance and consider neighbours' interests.

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