Hear this out loudPauseSleeping in the car – Germany and AustriaIn the case of Germany and Austria, sleeping in a passenger car is only allowed on public roadside parking lots and gas stations. You can stay in a given place for a maximum of one night.
Can I sleep in car in Italy?
Hear this out loudPauseIs it legal to sleep in your car in Italy? The first and maybe the most important fact: whilst free/wild camping is illegal, sleeping in your car (to refresh your driving capability) is allowed. You can sleep in your car up to 8 hours.
Can I sleep in my car in Spain?
Hear this out loudPauseIn general, it is not allowed to camp in a vehicle outside of designated areas. The Spanish government's position is that if you're not in a designated camping area, you're wild camping, regardless of whether you're sleeping in a tent or a vehicle.
Is it legal to sleep in your car in Europe?
Where can I sleep in my car in Europe?
Hear this out loudPauseYou can park anywhere as long as it's not forbidden. Car camping is allowed in most European countries, except Slovenia that fines heavily sleeping in the car outside of the designated (and very expensive) spots. To set a tent you need to be on a special campground or look for another secure and secluded place.
Can I sleep in my car in Portugal?
Hear this out loudPauseYes, wild camping is once again allowed in Portugal, with exceptions. As per amendments to Portugal's Highway Code articles 48 and 50-A approved in July 2021, “overnight stays in motorhomes approved by the IMT (Institute of Mobility and Transport) for a maximum period of 48 hours are allowed”.
Can you sleep in your car in Switzerland?
Hear this out loudPauseIn Switzerland, the rules for camping in a car are not uniform. In some cantons or municipalities, spending the night in a car is considered wild camping and is therefore prohibited. In exceptional cases, it is often tolerated, especially if the need for sleep is cited as an argument.
Can you sleep in your car in London?
Hear this out loudPauseSo if you're on a motorway and pull into a service station or a legal rest area, you can sleep in your car. Likewise, parking on a street or car park and sleeping is legal however you need to be aware of any restrictions. For example, most service stations will fine you if you park for longer than two hours.