GB Plates
members should note that pitches in Italy are limited in size reflecting
The number plate format effective 1st September 2001 provides for
this restriction and should bear this in mind when making their
the optional display of the Euro-symbol – a circle of 12 stars with the
holiday plans.
Member State’s national identification letters (GB) below, on a blue
background – on the left-hand side of the number plate. This permits
You are obliged to comply with the traffic rules and regulations of
motorists with such plates to dispense with the need for a separate
the country you visit. Authorities in a number of countries in Europe
national identification sticker when using their vehicles in other EU
(Belgium, Denmark, Ireland, Norway, Spain, Sweden, the Netherlands
countries and Switzerland. Vehicles without such number plates are
and the United Kingdom) have commissioned an agency, Euro
still required to have the GB sticker affixed to the rear of both car
Parking Collection, to recover outstanding fines on their behalf.
and caravan or motor caravan. GB is the only permissable national
Their surveillance equipment is installed in (as yet) a limited number
identification code for cars registered in the UK.
of sites. If you, as the registered keeper of your vehicle, commit a
traffic offence, for example a parking infringement, failure to pay a
Tyres
road toll, failure to stop at a red light or use of a bus lane, then EPC
Ensure that caravan tyres are suited to the maximum weight of the
will trace the vehicle with the assistance of the DVLA and you can
caravan and the maximum permitted speed when travelling abroad –
expect to receive a notice setting out the fine payable, followed by
see the technical section of Sites Directory and Handbook.
reminders, and possibly a visit from the bailiffs, if you don't pay up!
Switzerland, Austria and Italy – Size Limitations and Tolls
Reflective Safety Jackets
Swiss and Austrian caravan regulations indicate a Maximum
In Spain, Italy, Belgium, Slovenia, Austria, Croatia and the Czech
Permitted Height (MPH) is 4m, Length (MPL) is 12m and Width
Republic it is compulsory for all motor vehicles to be equipped with
(MPW) is 2.55m with the total length of outfit not exceeding
reflective safety jackets (recommended in France). These must be
18.75m. The Swiss annual windscreen vignette confirming payment
worn whilst carrying out emergency operations eg. changing a tyre,
of the motorway and semi-motorway tax is required for cars,
checking the engine, as well as when a motorist leaves a broken down
motor caravans under 3.5 tonnes and also for caravans. At time of
vehicle on the hard shoulder or in a lay-by. Both the motorist and any
going to press, each vignette costs 40CHF and may be purchased
passenger who may alight from the vehicle in these circumstances
Advice & Information
on-line from
uk.myswitzerland.com, at the border (Euros will not
must wear reflective jackets. It is a requirement that these jackets be
be accepted) or from major petrol stations approaching the border.
kept within reach inside the vehicle so that they can be put on before
Motor caravans over 3.5 tonnes need to pay a special tax called
leaving the vehicle.
‘Schwerverkehrsabgabe’ which is CHF 3.25 per day with a minimum
charge of CHF 25 regardless of the length of stay or CHF 58.50 per
Satellite Navigation
month. The amount varies according to the type of vehicle and the
Austria, Finland, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland and
duration of stay. This tax is payable on arrival at the Swiss border.
France have prohibited the use of any equipment (satellite navigation)
that uses radar or laser detection to warn of mobile speed cameras
The Austrian authorities make regular checks at border crossings to
or speed traps. In France it is illegal to carry such equipment switched
ensure that caravans and motor caravans are not overloaded. The
off and in the boot of a car. However it is legal to have the positions
caravan weight should not exceed that of the towcar. The MPH is
of fixed speed camera locations as this is public information.
4m, MPL is 12m and MPW is 2.55m with total length of outfit not
exceeding 18.75m. Ten-day (€7.70 for private car with or without
Disabled and Special Needs
caravan) or two-month (€22.20) vignettes are required for travel on
Please advise us at the time of making your holiday booking if
most Austrian motorways and dual-carriageways; additional tolls
there are any disabled or special-needs members of your party.
have to be paid for certain tunnels. For vehicles over 3.5 tonnes it
Ferry companies can then make the appropriate arrangements for
is necessary to purchase a Go-Box at the border crossing. this will
anyone who requires assistance at ports or on board ships. Some
special interest Inclusive Holidays may not be suitable for disabled
participants; please check with our Group Reservations staff before
making your booking.
General Information
Written information on motorway tolls and fuel prices in European
countries is available from The Club plus leaflets on most of the sites
in this brochure.
Checklist for Travellers
A ‘Checklist for Travellers’, which is issued by the Foreign &
Commonwealth Office, will be sent with your ticket and travel
documentation. Please read it carefully.
Confirmation Invoice
We always advise campsites in advance of your arrival and the
duration of your stay as booked. Please ensure that you take a copy
calculate the toll electronically and the toll is paid on leaving the
of your Confirmation Invoice with you to show at the campsite
country. Full details are available on request.
reception(s) on arrival as proof of your booking.
The vignettes are available at the border or at petrol stations prior to
Data Protection
the Austrian border and only one sticker is required for the whole
We may use your details in order to send you information about
outfit. On-the-spot fines will be charged for non-compliance with
other products and services provided by The Caravan Club, or to
vignette requirements in both Austria and Switzerland. Italian tolls
carry out research. We may contact you by letter, telephone or
are paid per amount used, as in France. The MPL in Italy is 6.5m
e-mail. Telephone calls to The Club may be monitored or recorded
including towbar for single-axle caravans and 8m for twin-axles.
for training purposes only. Please be reassured that we will not
MPW is 2.3m with total length of outfit not exceeding 18.75m.
make your personal details available to any organisation or person
Whilst the Automobile Club d’Italia has advised that longer outfits
outside of The Club to use for their own marketing purposes. If you
would normally be permitted provided they are accepted in the UK,
would prefer not to receive any further information or participate in
research, simply tell us when you next call or write to us.
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Call the travel service on 01342 316101
or visit
www.caravanclub.co.uk
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