Gran Canaria: Strict rules for tourists – fines of up to 3,000 euros!

Gran Canaria: Strict rules for tourists – fines of up to 3,000 euros!

Gran Canaria has introduced new, strict rules for holidaymakers, which could result in significant fines for many holidaymakers. Especially on the popular northwest coast, especially in the region around the Agaete coast, regulations are now in effect that are intended to help curb noise and environmental pollution. Violations of these rules can result in fines of up to 3,000 euros, depending on the seriousness of the offense, such as derwesten.de reported.

The new rules of conduct cover a variety of prohibited activities. This includes, but is not limited to, sexual activity in the water and at bathing areas, smoking on beaches (including e-cigarettes), and playing music through speakers or other devices. Grilling in public places such as beach promenades is also no longer permitted. The measures aim to bring the relationship between tourism and the everyday life of residents back into balance, as the local population increasingly complains about the negative effects of mass tourism.

Details about the new regulations

A brief overview of the prohibited and permitted activities shows the drastic restrictions that holidaymakers in Gran Canaria must observe:

• Verbotene Aktivitäten:
  • Sexuelle Aktivitäten im Wasser und in Badegebieten
  • Rauchen, einschließlich E-Zigaretten, an allen Stränden
  • Abspielen von Musik auf Sonnenliegen und an Zugangspunkten
  • Grillen auf öffentlichen Plätzen
  • Kochen am Strand
  • Camping und Zelten an Stränden
  • Reservieren von Liegen mit Handtüchern
  • Blockieren von Zugangswegen und Gehwegen
  • Unsachgemäße Nutzung öffentlicher Duschen
  • Sammeln von Muscheln und weitere Eingriffe in die Unterwasserwelt
  • Angeln in Badezonen innerhalb von 150 Metern um Schwimmer oder Taucher
• Erlaubte Aktivitäten:
  • Nacktbaden mit Ausnahme der Strände El Risco, Las Nieves und Las Salinas
  • Haustiere sind erlaubt, müssen jedoch an der Leine geführt werden

The fines are staggered and depend on the severity of the violation. Minor violations can result in fines of 30 to 750 euros, while more serious violations can be punished with up to 1,500 euros. Particularly serious violations can result in fines of up to 3,000 euros. The new regulations are part of a sustainable tourism model that promotes greater consideration for the environment and the needs of the local population, such as check24.de reported.

The introduction of these rules marks a fundamental step towards improving the tourist experience in Gran Canaria while protecting the quality of life of locals. Holidaymakers are therefore encouraged to find out more about the new regulations before their stay in order to avoid unpleasant experiences and high fines.