Barcelona unveiled a plan to combat overtourism by reducing cruise passenger capacity from 37,000 to 31,000 by 2030. This involves cutting the number of cruise terminals from seven to five. The city received 3.65 million cruise passengers in 2024, marking a 20% increase from 2018. The mayor stated limits on cruise growth are being established for the first time. The plan includes a 185 million euro investment and aims to address concerns about tourism's impact on housing and local neighborhoods.
Barcelona's port authority plans to reduce cruise ship terminals from seven to five by 2030, decreasing capacity from 37,000 to 31,000 passengers.
The agreement aims to set limits on cruise ship growth, with mayor Jaume Collboni noting that for the first time, limits are being enforced.
Tourism has significantly boosted Spain's economy, making it the world's second most-visited country, but has led to rising housing costs and local protests.
Barcelona's initiative to eliminate 10,000 tourist rental apartments by 2028 is part of efforts to address local frustrations with tourism impacts.
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