Protests across Southern Europe oppose mass tourism, citing rising housing costs and displacement of local residents.
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Protesters across Southern Europe, including Barcelona, San Sebastian, Lisbon, and Canary Islands, are demonstrating against uncontrolled mass tourism, arguing that it is driving up housing costs and forcing local residents out of their communities due to what they call a “predatory tourism model.” These protests, organized by groups like SET aljanso, express concerns over the negative impact on local life. Barcelona saw demonstrations with around 600 participants, while in San Sebastian, about half a thousand people protested against the current development model linked to housing crises. The issue is widespread, with similar protests occurring in cities across Spain, Italy, and Portugal, including Venice where residents oppose new hotel developments. Despite arguments that tourism boosts the economy, protesters advocate for radically reducing tourist numbers and creating alternative economic models to benefit local inhabitants.
