Motorhome settlements grow in Málaga as residents priced out of housing market

The Spanish Socialist Party (PSOE) in Sant Lluís opposes the private management of the motorhome parking area in Punta Prima. Socialists stated that the facility was created as a free public service and its transfer to a private company was made without a tender or explanation of terms. The party demands clarifications on tariffs, pilot project duration, and financial return to the municipality.

During the filming of the show 'Me meto en un jardín' on La 2, the vehicle with a caravan got stuck in a field in Cantabria. Host Mercedes Milá and former Cantabrian president Miguel Ángel Revilla tried to push the trailer but failed. Eventually, a tractor driven by the local mayor was needed.

Spanish manufacturer Panama has introduced the P09 camper van built on the Ford Custom platform. The 5-meter-long model features a rear bench that converts into a double bed and an additional sleeping area in the pop-up roof, accommodating up to four people. The base price is €52,900, which is €30,000 less than a comparably equipped Volkswagen California. Standard equipment includes the Ford SYNC infotainment system with a 13-inch screen, with optional auxiliary heater, upgraded battery, awning, and tow bar.

The province of Castellón (Spain) sees increased demand for motorhomes for summer travel, driven by uncertainty over airfare and fuel costs. Sales peaked at 65 units in 2024 and reached 61 in 2025. Weekly camper rental in high season costs €1,000–1,300, with prices unchanged since 2024. Spain has 372,500 caravanning vehicles, including 100,000 motorhomes.

Autocaravanas Llansolas has presented motorhome models for summer travel. The video shows the interior of one model with a description of its equipment.

The average price of a new motorhome in Spain does not fall below €70,000. The main buyers are seniors with medium to high purchasing power who value nature and sustainability. The caravanning sector has been growing since 2020. The Atlantic Caravaning Show in Vigo features over 400 vehicles from 20 brands. Exhibitors call for regulation similar to France's to address parking and overcrowding issues.