Amsterdam, Netherlands: Smoking cannabis on the street in the Red Light District is banned; boat parties face new rules around noise and alcohol; stricter limits on group tours.
Albufeira, Portugal: Public drinking is banned, and fines for walking in swimwear can reach up to €1,500. Public urination and noise violations are also targeted. Fines of up to €1,500 for swimwear violations; high fines for noise violations.
Barcelona, Spain: Smoking is banned on beaches; fines for walking in swimwear outside beach areas. Fines of up to €2,000 for smoking; specific amounts for swimwear not stated.
Berlin, Germany: Noise complaints have led to stricter rules on public drinking and noise enforcement in nightlife areas. Fines of up to €4,000 for road rage behaviour; noise fines are situation-dependent.
Cannes, France: Overly revealing swimwear banned away from beaches, including shirts and bikinis. Fines of up to €38 for violations.
Dubrovnik, Croatia: Regulations on souvenir stands and local noise ordinances.
Hallstatt, Austria: A temporary “anti-selfie” fence has been installed to manage crowds; road trips with dashcams can incur fines. Fines of up to €25,000 for dashcam violations.
Iceland: Off-road driving is strictly prohibited to protect the environment. Fines of up to ISK 500,000 (about $3,600) for violations.
Lake Garda, Italy: Fines for swimming in dangerous areas or risky behaviours like jumping off cliffs. Fines of up to €700.
Malaga, Spain: Fines for walking in swimwear away from beach areas.
Marbella, Spain: Public urination is punishable. Fines of up to €750.
Mykonos, Greece: higher penalties for collecting shells or pebbles.
Paris, France: Alcohol consumption banned in many public areas. Fines of up to €135.
Portofino, Italy: Selfies in no-waiting zones can incur fines. Fines of up to €275.
Prague, Czech Republic: Bans on beer bikes and limitations on public drinking to maintain historical integrity.
Sorrento, Italy: Walking in swimwear beyond pool or beach areas is restricted. Fines of up to €500.
Santorini, Greece: fines for collection of beach matter.
Switzerland: Littering and noise violations are strictly enforced.
Vigo, Spain: Public urination, including in the sea, is prohibited. Fines of up to €750.
Venice, Italy: Day trippers must pay an entrance fee; bans on loudspeakers and swimming in canals. Fines of up to €300 for fee evasion; €1,000 for swimming in canals.
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