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Living in a motorhome in Spain: law, costs and real stories

19.07.2026 04:17 1 min 3 sources
Telecinco SPA + 2 more
Living in a motorhome in Spain: law, costs and real stories
Original source: Telecinco

In Brief

In Spain, living in a motorhome on private land is not considered permanent housing. A couple plans monthly costs of 600–1200 euros, while a teacher saves on rent using solar panels.

In Spain, living in a motorhome on one's own plot of land is not considered permanent housing. According to Royal Decree 2822/1998, such vehicles are classified as substandard housing, similar to shacks and caves. The law distinguishes between parking (without extending elements) and camping (with awning and furniture deployment); free camping is completely banned in eight autonomous communities, including Andalusia, Aragon and Madrid. Registration in a motorhome is only possible if minimum housing standards are met, often requiring an alternative address.

Due to high housing prices, more people are considering a motorhome as a temporary solution. The couple David and Lara plan monthly expenses of 600 to 1200 euros (fuel, insurance, food, parking) with an initial investment in a used motorhome of 15,000 to 30,000 euros. 37-year-old teacher Antonio saves on rent by using solar panels and free water; his main costs are about 20 euros for propane. The Spanish Caravan Industry Association notes that most motorhomes are used for tourism and urges authorities to address the housing crisis.

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