New rules for motorhomes in Spain: stricter parking and inspections

In the municipality of Sant Josep on Ibiza, the former Casa Lola estate, previously known for illegal construction, is turning into an informal settlement. Residents report an increase in caravans and makeshift shacks, as well as nighttime activity, raising concerns. On April 28, police arrested a man for attempting to illegally occupy a neighboring house, heightening security fears.

A car driver died in a head-on collision with a motorhome on the N-340 highway in Roda de Berà, Tarragona. Traffic was closed for nearly two hours; the motorhome driver was unhurt.

The BNG party in Monforte will present a motion at the next municipal plenary session requesting the expansion and upgrade of the existing motorhome area. The current facility, with about 20 spaces, is considered insufficient given the growth of motorhome tourism and the town's role as the capital of the Ribeira Sacra region. The party highlights a lack of basic services such as water supply, dump station, lighting, and electrical hookups, which limits visitor stays. According to BNG, inaction would mean losing economic opportunities, as some visitors are forced to move to other municipalities due to lack of space or adequate services.

Valcaravan, a company with 40 years in caravanning, has reopened a renovated store in Beniparrell (Valencia) after damage from the Dana flood. The facility covers 5,500 m² and offers motorhomes, campervans, and caravans (new and used), plus parts, accessories, and a service workshop. It is an official dealer of Rápido, Itineo, North Cape, Sterckeman, Ranger, and Rimor. A rental service under the Walabi brand will also operate on site.

About 500 motorhomes and caravans staged a protest on the TF-1 highway in Tenerife, driving from San Miguel de Abona towards Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Participants are protesting the lack of infrastructure for parking and waste disposal, as well as what they consider discriminatory regulations. The action caused multi-kilometer traffic jams on the already congested highway.

Police on Lanzarote dismantled a drug network, seizing over 21 kg of cocaine from a motorhome in Costa Teguise. Five suspects aged 55 to 58 were arrested, and the ringleader has been remanded in custody.