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In Eskişehir, parking of caravans on streets and roads has been banned in six districts. The decision was made by UKOME to ensure vehicle circulation and maintain traffic order. The ban applies to travel trailers and motorhomes in the Sümer, Kırmızıtoprak, Vişnelik, Osmangazi, Hoşnudiye, and Orhangazi districts. Violators will face fines under Road Traffic Law No. 2918.

Construction of a caravan park has begun in Çorlu, Turkey, adjacent to a recreation area developed by the municipality in cooperation with the Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Mayor Ahmet Sarıkurt inspected the site and said the park will boost alternative tourism and provide comfortable facilities for caravan owners. The project is expected to be completed shortly.

Turkish manufacturer Ortsan Outdoor has unveiled the 'Mini House Caravan', a trailer that measures 4 meters in length and 2.1 meters in width when closed, and expands to 20.4 square meters when opened. It features a kitchen with a gas stove, a bathroom, a 90-liter refrigerator, and a 200-liter water tank. The price is around 16,700 euros, including a 470-watt solar panel. The concept is not new: in the 1980s, Dutch architect Eduard Böhtlingk created a similar 'De Markies', but it never went into production.

Çorlu Mayor Ahmet Sarıkurt inspected the ongoing construction of a motorhome park adjacent to a recreation area, developed in cooperation with the Çorlu Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The project aims to boost alternative tourism and provide new social spaces. Once completed, the park is expected to serve both residents and visitors.

In the Atakum district of Samsun, a resident discovered that his caravan, parked in a public lot for about a year, had been removed. Following a complaint, traffic police and municipal officers towed it to an impound lot. Upon retrieval, the owner noticed bent rear stabilizer legs and said he received no clear guidance on documenting the damage. He paid the required fee and is now asking which authority will cover the repair costs.

In Kırşehir, Turkey, a motorhome and an SUV collided, injuring six people. The accident occurred on the Northern Ring Road at the entrance to the Çiftlik neighborhood. According to police, the SUV driver attempted to change lanes and crossed into oncoming traffic, colliding with the motorhome. The injured were taken to a hospital with minor injuries. The moment of the crash was captured by the motorhome's dashcam.

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The province of Ardahan in northeastern Turkey continues to host visitors arriving in caravans from various cities. Provincial Director of Culture and Tourism Uğur Dede noted the growing interest in the region due to its natural beauty and tranquil environment. As part of promoting caravan tourism, a group of enthusiasts led by former head of the National Camping and Caravan Federation Leyla Özdağ was hosted in Ardahan. Authorities aim to establish Ardahan as a key destination for caravanning and to further showcase its nature tourism potential.

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cheapest in EU €1.57 here priciest in EU
Diesel ▲ +8.20%
$1.83/L
€1.57/L
Petrol 95 ▲ +7.50%
$1.58/L
€1.36/L
LPG ▲ +3.50%
$0.72/L
€0.62/L
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80 L
$146.53
Consumption
10 L/100km
$18.32

Maltepe Caravan Park, operated by Boğaziçi Yönetim, an affiliate of Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality, hosted a group of 15 caravans from Switzerland, Germany, and Austria. The tourists praised the park's infrastructure, which includes pitches ranging from 70 to 180 square meters, electricity, fresh water connections, a modern kitchen, laundry facilities, hygienic showers and toilets, and spacious pergolas. The park is located along the coast, close to sports areas and public transport. Facility manager Erhan Öztürk stated that the park offers 24/7 security and invited all caravan enthusiasts to make reservations via karavanpark.istanbul.

Deniz Emek, a retiree living in Eskişehir, converted a 2004 vehicle into a motorhome over eight months, spending 150,000 liras on the base vehicle and about 900,000 liras on the conversion. He chose to do the work himself to know every part of the vehicle. Similar motorhomes are sold for 1.5-2 million liras, making his project about 35-40% cheaper excluding his labor. Emek plans to live in the motorhome full-time after his wife retires.

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Antalya has launched the Astro Safari Karavan project: a mobile observatory on a motorhome base lets tourists observe the Moon, Saturn and Jupiter. The first event took place at Düden Waterfall, with plans to expand to Cappadocia and Pamukkale.

The Denizli Pamukkale Municipality has announced a Camping and Caravan Festival to take place on August 29-30, 2026. The event coincides with the Victory Day celebrations on August 30. The program includes nature walks, city tours, guided travertine excursions, surprise artists and live music performances. Participation is free. The festival will be held at the Pamukkale Natural Life Area.

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