peedee replied on 12/02/2021 10:24
Posted on 12/02/2021 10:24
Following is news from Portugal:
"Since 1 January 2021, changes have been made to Portugal’s road traffic legislation that also affect a regulation governing parking of, and overnight stops in motorcaravans. These may now only stop at designated sites. In other words, from now on, stopping in any parking areas is strictly forbidden unless it is expressly indicated that it is allowed.
This measure has been introduced because Portugal’s rich cultural heritage makes it such a popular destination and there has been a huge influx of caravans and motorcaravans into the country in recent times.
In the event of non-compliance the authorities, police (GNR) and local councils, are now handing out hefty fines that can be anywhere between 200€ and 36,000€. So wild camping is very much a thing of the past in Portugal."
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