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Drangedal municipality will present a proposal to build a new station for emptying wastewater from motorhomes. The station is planned to be located near the Bukta pumping station, with the total project cost estimated at 800,000 Norwegian kroner. The goal is to have the facility operational by the 2026 summer season to comply with legal requirements.
Risør approves expansion of motorhome parking
The municipal council of Risør has approved a proposal to increase capacity at the Tjenna motorhome parking area. Up to 12 new spaces will be created on an adjacent grassy area during the three summer months. The move aims to accommodate more visitors, as the existing site often reaches full capacity.
Halden Municipality to Create Six Motorhome Spaces at Tangen Quay
Halden Municipality has secured funding and finalized plans to upgrade the area at Tangen Quay. The project will establish six designated spaces for motorhomes, along with a parking lot, asphalt surfacing, and a barbecue area. Implementation is pending approval from the municipal building permit department.
New waste disposal station for motorhomes and caravans under construction in Rjukan
A new waste disposal station for motorhomes and caravans is being built in Rjukan, Norway. Construction has begun on the parking lot of Rjukan Chapel, three years after the previous facility at Svadde was removed. The project addresses a long-standing demand from the tourism sector.
Lindesnes Lighthouse to Expand Motorhome Parking
Lindesnes Lighthouse plans to expand its motorhome parking area by next summer. The current parking lot lacks sufficient capacity during the high season, leading to illegal parking along the county road. Approximately 100,000 people visit the lighthouse annually, with a growing number arriving in motorhomes.
Rural Norwegian Campsite Nominated for Best Motorhome Stop Award
A small farm campsite in Lund municipality has become a finalist in a national competition for Norway's best motorhome stop. The site, which opened in 2023, was nominated by users and is now one of six finalists in a public vote ending January 12. It distinguishes itself by offering a quiet, rural experience with a capacity of about 20 motorhomes, primarily attracting international tourists from Germany and the Netherlands.
Motorhome parking area to be established in Haugesund city centre
A new parking area for motorhomes will be created in the centre of Haugesund, Norway. 15 spaces will be reserved on the island of Bakarøy, near the Herring Museum. The facility is scheduled to open in a couple of months.
Old School Becomes New Travel Destination – 30 Motorhomes Ready for Rent
A former school in Norway is being converted into a rental hub for motorhomes. The company, which started with car rentals in Tønsberg, noted high demand for motorhome travel to northern regions like Lofoten, Vesterålen, and Senja. It will offer 30 motorhomes for rent, shifting its business focus to the north.