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Illegal caravan encampments in Rémelfing and Herstal

27.04.2026 05:00 1 min 2 sources
Radio Mélodie FRA + 1 more
Illegal caravan encampments in Rémelfing and Herstal
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In Rémelfing, dozens of traveller caravans occupied a former football field despite police presence. In Herstal, about 50 caravans have been standing without permission for a month; authorities are negotiating a voluntary departure.

Rémelfing (France)

Several dozen traveller caravans have illegally set up on a former football field in Rémelfing. The mayor was unable to prevent their arrival, even with police presence. Legal mechanisms for eviction are now being considered.

Herstal (Belgium)

About 50 caravans are parked without authorisation on unprepared land in Herstal, Liège province. The first trailers arrived about a month ago, and the number has grown from 15 to roughly 50. Authorities have started negotiations with the occupants, demanding they leave the site, and hope for a voluntary exit in the coming days.

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Illegal Caravan Settlement in Rémelfing

23.04.2026 Radio Mélodie FRA

Around 50 caravans set up without authorization in Herstal

13.04.2026 DHnet FRA

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