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In Italy, Castrocaro Terme considers a €5 daily fee for camper vans, while in France, Saint-Martin-de-Londres residents protest a 27-vehicle parking lot on a former stadium site.
The municipality of Castrocaro Terme e Terra del Sole is discussing introducing a €5 daily fee and a 72-hour limit for the camper van area. The mayor stated it is a civil protection reception zone, not a campsite. Opposition group "Insieme per Crescere" criticized the decision as short-sighted, citing the area's outdated condition and lack of investment. The group also reported a case of a man living in his car for over a month without assistance, calling for policies combining tourism and social support.
In Arcola, neighborhood committees proposed creating a equipped camper van parking area using part of the tourist tax (maximum €1.50 for three days).
In Saint-Martin-de-Londres (Hérault), residents have gathered over 500 signatures against converting half of a former football stadium into a 27-camper parking lot. Protesters argue the project would destroy the only free public space for sports and leisure, and lead to soil sealing in a flood-prone area. The mayor estimates potential revenue for local businesses at €178,000 per season and promises drainage paving and partial greening. A meeting with the mayor is scheduled for May 4.
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The municipality of Castrocaro Terme e Terra del Sole discussed introducing a fee of 5 euros per day and a maximum stay of 72 hours in the camper area...
The municipality of Castrocaro Terme e Terra del Sole discussed introducing a fee of 5 euros per day and a maximum stay of 72 hours in the camper area. The mayor stated that it is a civil protection reception area, not a campsite.
In Saint-Martin-de-Londres (Hérault, France), residents have launched a petition against converting half of the former football stadium into a parking...
In Saint-Martin-de-Londres (Hérault, France), residents have launched a petition against converting half of the former football stadium into a parking area for 27 motorhomes. They argue the project would eliminate the only free public space for sports and leisure and cause soil sealing in a flood-prone zone. The mayor estimates potential seasonal revenue for local businesses at €178,000 and promises permeable paving and partial grassing.
In Saint-Martin-de-Londres (Hérault), residents have gathered over 500 signatures against a plan to build a 27-motorhome parking area on the former vi...
In Saint-Martin-de-Londres (Hérault), residents have gathered over 500 signatures against a plan to build a 27-motorhome parking area on the former village stadium. Opponents do not reject the parking itself but argue the chosen site is the only free public space for gatherings, games, and picnics. They also cite flood risks and additional soil sealing. A meeting with the mayor is scheduled for May 4.
The opposition group "Insieme per Crescere" criticized the decision of the Castrocaro Terme e Terra del Sole administration to make the camper area pa...
The opposition group "Insieme per Crescere" criticized the decision of the Castrocaro Terme e Terra del Sole administration to make the camper area paid. According to the group, the area is obsolete and has not received investments, and the introduction of a fee is a short-sighted solution that does not address the real problems. Camper users contribute to the local economy. Additionally, the group reported the case of a man living in his car for over a month without intervention, calling for policies that combine tourism development and social attention.
District committees have proposed that the municipality of Arcola create a designated motorhome parking area using part of the proceeds from the local...
District committees have proposed that the municipality of Arcola create a designated motorhome parking area using part of the proceeds from the local tourist tax. The tax is set at 1.50 euros for a maximum of three days, making it the lowest in the province. The initiative aims to support sustainable tourism and boost the local economy.
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