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Motorhome parking on farms and winter storage: key considerations

16.05.2026 00:01 1 min 2 sources
schweizerbauer.ch DEU + 1 more
Motorhome parking on farms and winter storage: key considerations
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In Brief

Motorhome owners face two issues: legal seasonal parking and proper winter storage. Farm parking lots are a popular alternative, while outdoor winter storage is legal but not always practical.

Farm parking

Parking for motorhomes on farms is becoming a popular alternative, helping to reduce pressure on campsites and the problem of wild camping. In the canton of Bern, for example, one seasonal parking space is permitted on agricultural land without a building permit, subject to certain conditions, including operation only from May to October. Local authorities have become more tolerant of such sites as they create added value for the region by directing tourists to local shops and restaurants.

Winter storage

Owners of motorhomes and caravans face the issue of winter storage. The law does not prohibit leaving the vehicle outdoors if parked correctly, but this is not always practical.

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Story sources

Motorhome Parking Spaces: What to Consider

20.04.2026 schweizerbauer.ch DEU

Winter Storage Rules for Motorhomes and Caravans

21.11.2025 FAZ.NET DEU

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