Campsite near one of Portugal's most beautiful beaches

Euromaster, a vehicle maintenance specialist, warns of the need to check tires, brakes, and suspension before traveling in a motorhome, caravan, or camper. These vehicles often weigh more than 3,500 kg, increasing stress on these systems. It is recommended to regularly check tire pressure, use specific tires with C or CP markings, and inspect brake pads, discs, and fluid, as well as shock absorbers and other suspension components. Also, before any trip, filters, lighting, fluids, and, for caravans, the tow hitch should be checked.

A gas cylinder exploded at Parque de Campismo da Lagoa de Santo André in Santiago do Cacém. A 56-year-old woman is in serious condition, a 50-year-old man suffered minor injuries.

António Magalhães Aires and his wife drove a motorhome from Lousada to Campo Maior for Festas do Povo. They arrived on Friday and plan to stay a week.

A 25-year-old motorcyclist died on the morning of Sunday, August 9, after colliding with a motorhome on National Road 114 in Caneira, Coruche. The alert was raised at 09:40, and an INEM helicopter was dispatched, but the victim was pronounced dead at the scene by the VMER medical team. The motorhome occupants were unharmed. The road was closed for several hours, and 20 emergency personnel, including firefighters, VMER, INEM, and GNR, were involved. The GNR's NICAV is investigating the cause.

Portuguese campsites offer a range of accommodation options, from traditional tents to glamping and bungalows. The selection features five parks located in different regions of the country, including national parks and coastal areas. Among them are Lima Escape in Ponte da Barca, surrounded by pines and oaks, with tree bungalows and a glamping tent; Parque de Campismo São Miguel in Odeceixe, on seven hectares of pine forest, with a pool and pre-pitched tents; PenichePraia in Peniche, accommodating about 400 campers and 30 bungalows; Skiparque in Manteigas, by the Zêzere River, near a beach; and Village Turiscampo in Lagos, with a pool and various types of accommodation.

Following a fire that destroyed a motorhome parked near Cabo do Mundo beach in Perafita, PSD Matosinhos has proposed a municipal regulation for motorhome tourism. The proposals include creating designated areas with a 48-72 hour stay limit, prohibiting parking and overnight stays outside authorized zones, installing signage, regular inspections by the municipal police, and introducing a daily fee for services.