Two families in motorhomes: film work and travels across Spain

In July 2026, sales of new motorhomes and campers in Spain rose 8.4% year-on-year to 784 units. Caravan sales surged 52.1% to 219 units. Motorhome sales reached 426 units (+3.4%), while campervans and urban vans totaled 461 (+9.5%). Purchases by private buyers increased from 554 to 644, while rentals fell from 169 to 140. Used motorhome and camper transfers rose 13.5% to 2,543.

Benicarló, a town neighboring Peñíscola on the Castellón coast, offers a more relaxed atmosphere and beaches with full services. The Gurugú, Morrongo, and Caracola beaches have amenities and restaurants, while the historic center features monuments from the 15th–16th centuries. The Puig de la Nau archaeological site is one of the best-preserved Iberian settlements in the Valencian Community, with walls over 2 meters high. For overnight stays, Camping Alegría del Mar is recommended, located 1.5 km from the center with electricity and waste disposal; parking at Partida Solaes beach is prohibited for overnight stays.

Central Lechera Asturiana has handed over the prize of its 'Win a Motorhome' promotion at its Granda factory. Winner Ignacio Arévalo Mateo from the Basque Country received a Spanish-made Benimar Mileo motorhome, supplied through dealer Caravanas Principado. The draw was held before a notary among valid entries registered between April 1 and June 30, 2026.

Cantabria's tourism ministry has tendered a motorhome park in Liérganes. The 27-pitch facility will cost around €600,000 and take eight months to build.

The Hornachuelos City Council has put out to tender the construction of a new access to the motorhome overnight area at the SG-EQ La Barquera facility. The base budget is €91,613.38 including VAT, with an estimated contract value of €75,713.54 and a two-month execution period. The project aims to create a fully independent entrance, separate from the municipal hostel's access, to improve safety and usability. Works include earthworks, paving, lighting, water supply, and automated gates. Bids are accepted electronically until 23:59 on August 18, 2026.

The local government board of Cartagena has approved the proposal to support the processing of the El Limonar motorhome eco-area in Los Nietos, considering that the necessary requirements are met to continue the exceptional authorization procedure on non-urbanizable land. The project, promoted by Eco Área Caravanas El Limonar SL, includes 229 motorhome pitches on a 68,285 square meter site, with an investment of over 1.8 million euros and 18 direct jobs. During the public information period, nine objections were filed questioning the public interest, potential impact on the Mar Menor, and risk of hidden urbanization; the final decision rests with the regional government, which will request sectoral reports and conduct an environmental impact assessment.