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Overnight stays in motorhomes in Spain: camping, parking and national park rules

26.07.2026 11:14 1 min 2 sources
Diario ABC SPA + 1 more
Overnight stays in motorhomes in Spain: camping, parking and national park rules
Original source: motorpasion.com

In Brief

In summer 2025, over 5.5 million travellers stayed at campsites in Spain. The country expands its network of equipped motorhome stops, but overnight stays are banned in most national parks.

According to SEGITTUR, more than 5.5 million travellers stayed at campsites in Spain in summer 2025. The country strengthens its position as a leading caravanning market in Europe, expanding the network of equipped motorhome stops with water supply, waste disposal and electricity.

Since 2023, sleeping in a motorhome or camper in Spain is not considered camping if no additional elements are used outside the vehicle contour. However, overnight stays are prohibited in most national parks to protect ecosystems. In some parks, such as Picos de Europa, there are specially equipped paid and free zones. For route planning, it is recommended to use apps like Park4Night or the map of the Spanish Federation of Motorhome Owner Associations (FEAA).

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