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Parked Caravan Burns Down in Mezitli © Mersin Haber
Incidents TR Turkey 3 days ago

Parked Caravan Burns Down in Mezitli

A fire broke out in a parked caravan in the Fatih neighborhood of Mezitli. The cause of the blaze, which occurred on the afternoon of April 20, 2026, is under investigation. Firefighters prevented the fire from spreading to an adjacent house, but the caravan was completely destroyed.

Source: Mersin Haber TUR
Caravan Overnight Stays Banned on Coast and Public Areas in Kumluca © Antalya Bugün
Bans & Fines TR Turkey 4 days ago 17

Caravan Overnight Stays Banned on Coast and Public Areas in Kumluca

Authorities in Turkey's Kumluca district have banned caravan overnight stays on the coast and public areas, citing public order and safety concerns. Gendarmerie evicted caravan owners from Aktaş Beach in Mavikent, despite a designated area being available in another neighborhood. The ban has sparked debate among locals, with some supporting it due to environmental issues, while others point to the economic benefits of caravan tourism.

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Statement by TÜMEVSİAD President on Draft Law for Hobby Gardens © silivrihurhaber.com
Law & Regulations TR Turkey 06.04.2026

Statement by TÜMEVSİAD President on Draft Law for Hobby Gardens

The President of the Turkish Mobile Home Manufacturers Association commented on the draft law for hobby gardens, emphasizing the distinction between Tiny Houses and illegal structures. He stated that certified, licensed Tiny Houses on chassis not connected to municipal infrastructure are legal, and called for the protection of investors' interests in the new regulations.

Source: silivrihurhaber.com TUR
Couple Converts Old Bus into Motorhome and Shares Costs © Onedio
Builds TR Turkey 12.04.2026

Couple Converts Old Bus into Motorhome and Shares Costs

A couple purchased an old bus and converted it into a motorhome themselves, sharing details of the process and financial costs. Key challenges included the official procedures for re-registration as an 'M1 Class Special Purpose Motorhome', requiring project plans, TSE certification, and inspection, as well as the need to consider weight limits for a Category B driving license.

Source: Onedio TUR
Motorhome manufacturer Concorde Reisemobile enters the Turkish market © Teknoloji haberleri - LOG
Industry TR Turkey 11.04.2026 5

Motorhome manufacturer Concorde Reisemobile enters the Turkish market

European motorhome manufacturer Concorde Reisemobile has entered the Turkish market through distributor Ideal Caravan. The brand's models will soon be displayed in showrooms, and the company has begun accepting custom orders from local customers.

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Didim Begins Notification Process for Caravan and Tent Owners © Aydın Ses Gazetesi | En Güncel Aydın Haberleri - SON DAKİKA
Bans & Fines TR Turkey 09.04.2026

Didim Begins Notification Process for Caravan and Tent Owners

Authorities in the Turkish town of Didim have begun notifying tent and caravan owners of a ban on overnight stays in public areas. The ban, which took effect on April 1, 2026, covers coastlines, parks, forested areas, and roadsides. Cited reasons include waste disposal issues, risk of infectious diseases, fire hazards, and disruption of public order. Violators will face administrative fines.

Source: Aydın Ses Gazetesi | En Güncel Aydın Haberleri - SON DAKİKA TUR
150-Caravan Neighborhood in Pendik © Gazete Oksijen
Openings TR Turkey 10.04.2026

150-Caravan Neighborhood in Pendik

A caravan park has opened in Istanbul's Pendik district, offering alternative accommodation. Located on a 210-decare plot leased from the Provincial Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry, the site features 150 caravans available for annual rental at a rate of 2,100 lira per square meter per year.

Source: Gazete Oksijen TUR
Joint Motion for Caravans © Gerçek Haberci
Law & Regulations TR Turkey 05.04.2026

Joint Motion for Caravans

Four political parties in the Izmir Metropolitan Municipality council submitted a joint motion regarding caravan parking regulations. The document states that using trailers for temporary accommodation in urban areas creates issues for local residents, as such cases were not anticipated during urban infrastructure planning.

Source: Gerçek Haberci TUR
Couple in caravan experiences complete power outage © Onedio
Lifestyle TR Turkey 04.04.2026

Couple in caravan experiences complete power outage

A couple living in a caravan experienced complete depletion of their power sources. Caravan electricity typically comes from three sources: battery systems, solar panels, and external campground hookups, and their simultaneous failure results in loss of heating, cooling, refrigeration, and lighting.

Source: Onedio TUR
Ban on Tents and Caravans Officially Begins in Didim © Aydın Ses Gazetesi | En Güncel Aydın Haberleri - SON DAKİKA
Bans & Fines TR Turkey 02.04.2026

Ban on Tents and Caravans Officially Begins in Didim

Authorities in Turkey's Didim district have banned caravans and tents in public areas. The ban, effective from April 1, 2026, applies to beaches, parks, forest areas, and roadsides and was introduced due to waste problems, fire risks, and disease concerns. Violators face fines, and illegally placed units will be removed by police and municipal teams.

Source: Aydın Ses Gazetesi | En Güncel Aydın Haberleri - SON DAKİKA TUR

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