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Turkish manufacturer Ortsan Outdoors offers the Mini House caravan, which is compact while driving (4 m long, 2.1 m wide) and expands on site via fold-out walls, reaching a floor area of 20.4 sq m. The model has been on sale since 2021 and is continuously improved. Standard equipment includes a two-burner gas stove, stainless steel sink, 90 L compressor fridge, 200 L water tank, 470 W solar panel, and 200 Ah battery. Price starts at €16,700.
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A Dutch family traveling by caravan from Austria through Italy and Greece visited Acıgöl and Meke Lake in Karapınar (Konya). They highlighted the high salt content of Acıgöl, which makes swimming easier, and called Meke Lake 'one of the most impressive places.' The trip will continue in Aladağlar National Park, Cappadocia, and the Black Sea region.
The Kozlu Municipality in Zonguldak has sent official notices to caravan owners, demanding the removal of their vehicles from coastal areas within three days. The document, signed by Deputy Mayor Erkut Alacalı, states that camping with caravans and tents is prohibited on Kozlu Beach, Değirmenağzı, and Ilıksu Beach facilities except for municipally organized events. Failure to comply will result in administrative penalties.
Authorities in Uşak, Turkey, have started forced evacuation of caravans from the Karaağaç Pond area. Owners were ordered to remove their vehicles by 10:00 AM, or they would be towed away. Gendarmerie units are overseeing the operation. Caravan owners report a lack of alternative parking sites and are calling for a regulated caravan zone.
A new caravan park, Çökertme Tekila (Tequila), has opened in Çökertme Bay on the Aegean coast. The park provides pitches for motorhomes with electricity and water hookups, as well as tent camping areas. It also features a restaurant serving Aegean cuisine. The park targets tourists traveling by motorhome or tent and is located near Bodrum and Milas.
Motorhome owners in Kozlu, Zonguldak, are protesting the local administration's decision to remove them from the coastline without offering an alternative parking area. They demand a designated motorhome park with infrastructure, similar to other Turkish cities, and argue the ban undermines tourism potential.
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Turkey expands caravan infrastructure: Antalya opens a 121-space caravan park on Lara Beach, while a tender is announced for a caravan park and social facility in Gölcük
Signs reading 'No Caravans' were installed in the Abana district of Kastamonu province, sparking debate among users and local businesses. The municipality clarified that the restriction applies only to unorganized parking near Millet Bahçesi park, not the entire district. Caravans are advised to use Yeşilyuva Nature Park, 3 km from Abana center, which offers showers, toilets, electricity, and water. Other options include Gideresos Cove in Cide, the Ilgaz Dağı National Park area, and campsites in Küre, Tosya, Araç, Pınarbaşı, Daday, and Çatalzeytin.
Turkish supermarket chain BİM has published its promotional catalog for June 9-12, 2026. Featured items include a 4.10-meter caravan priced at 399,000 TL, a 37-liter Kumtel portable refrigerator for 9,990 TL, and an Insta360 GO 3S action camera for 18,990 TL. The catalog also lists LG and TCL TVs, home appliances, clothing, and household goods.
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Turkey's caravan industry, driven by R&D investments and government support, is boosting exports. In the first four months of 2025, exports reached $4.1 million with a positive trade balance of $2.8 million. The sector targets entering the top three global producers by 2035.
Turkish manufacturer Ankaravan has introduced the Skyloft caravan with a two-story design. The upper level includes an enclosed sleeping area and an open terrace with railings, accessible via an external ladder. The base version costs around 354,000 CZK, slightly less than a new Skoda Fabia. The model is already available for order in Europe, including the Czech Republic, but sales remain limited.
Ormanya nature park in Kocaeli received 215,652 visitors over the 9-day Eid al-Adha holiday. Its campsite accommodated 1,352 people, including 195 international guests from France, Germany, South Korea, and China.
New regulations for caravan and tent accommodation have been introduced in Kandıra, Turkey, due to high coastal traffic in the summer season. The decisions were made by Kocaeli Metropolitan Municipality and Kandıra District Governorate. Caravan parking is now allowed only in the Cebeci and Bağırganlı caravan parks and other licensed areas. Parking on beaches, in forests, and other public spaces is prohibited. Violators face administrative fines, and repeated offenses may result in removal of structures by gendarmerie and coast guard units.
Kocaeli Metropolitan Municipality and Kandıra District Governorship have introduced new restrictions for caravans and tents. Parking is allowed only in Cebeci and Bağırganlı parks and licensed private areas. Violators face fines and forced removal.
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Antalya Metropolitan Municipality is completing the second caravan park on Lara Beach. Named after late musician Volkan Konak, the 121-pitch facility includes full infrastructure and social amenities.
Antalya Metropolitan Municipality announced the establishment of a new caravan park in the Lara district. The facility is intended for motorhomes and caravans. The opening aims to develop the city's tourism infrastructure.
Turkish retail chain BİM has added a 4.1-meter travel trailer to its current catalog. The offer targets customers seeking an alternative to expensive hotels. The sale date and price are yet to be confirmed.
Soaring property prices and rents in Turkey have forced residents of Silivri to use caravans (travel trailers) as permanent housing. This creates tension between locals and seasonal caravan tourists, while a lack of waste disposal infrastructure threatens the environment. Local authorities are considering regulated caravan parks with infrastructure, inspired by Japan's 'Michi-no-Eki' system, which turns parking areas into hubs supporting the local economy.
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Turkish supermarket chain BİM has included a 4.10-meter caravan priced at 399,000 TL in its June 5, 2026 promotional catalog. The list also features Lego, electronics, and groceries.
The Ulusal Kamp ve Karavan Federasyonu (UKKF) has released a set of 10 safety rules for motorhome and caravan owners, focusing on electrical, gas, and fire risks. Mandatory measures include circuit breakers, residual-current devices (RCD), certified batteries with a Battery Management System (BMS), and smoke, carbon monoxide, and LPG detectors. Annual inspection of gas hoses is recommended, and a fire extinguisher of at least 2 kg should be placed near the entrance.
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