Gran Canaria: Strict rules for tourists - up to 3,000 euros fine!

Gran Canaria: Strict rules for tourists - up to 3,000 euros fine!

Agaete, Spanien - Gran Canaria has introduced new, strict rules for vacationers who can result in considerable fines for many vacationers. Especially on the popular northwest coast, especially in the region around the coast of Agaete, requirements apply from now on that should contribute to the containment of noise pollution and pollution. Violations of these rules can result in fines of up to 3,000 euros, depending on the severity of the offense, such asderwesten.dereported.

The new rules of conduct include a variety of forbidden activities. These include sexual activities in water and at bathing areas, smoking on beaches (including e-cigarettes) as well as playing music via loudspeakers or other devices. Grilling in public places such as beach promenades is no longer allowed. The measures aim to bring the relationship between tourism and the everyday life of the residents back into balance, since the local population is increasingly complaining about the negative effects of mass tourism.

Details on the new regulations

A brief overview of the forbidden and permitted activities shows the drastic restrictions that holidaymakers in Gran Canaria have to consider:

• Forbidden activities:
  • Sexual activities in water and in bathing areas
  • Smoking, including e-cigarettes, on all beaches
  • Playing music on sun loungers and access points
  • Grilling in public places
  • Cooking on the beach
  • Camping and camping on beaches
  • Reservation of loungers with towels
  • Block access routes and sidewalks
  • Improper use of public showers
  • Collecting mussels and further interventions in the underwater world
  • Fishing in bathing zones within 150 meters to swimmers or divers
• Allowed activities:
  • Baths with the nude with the exception of the beaches El Risco, read Nieves and Las Salinas
  • Pets are allowed, but must be led on a leash

The fines are staggered and depend on the severity of the violation. Slight violations can result in fines of 30 to 750 euros, while serious violations can be punished with up to 1,500 euros. In the event of particularly serious violations, buses are at risk of up to 3,000 euros. The new regulations are part of a sustainable tourism model that promotes higher consideration for the environment and the needs of the local population, such ascheck24.dereported.

The introduction of these rules marks a fundamental step to improve the tourist experience on Gran Canaria and at the same time protect the quality of life of the locals. Vacationers are therefore encouraged to find out comprehensive information about the new regulations before their stay in order to avoid unpleasant experiences and high fines.